SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
(X) QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD
ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
OR
( ) TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD
FROM TO .
Commission File No. 1-10410
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware I.R.S. No. 62-1411755
(State of Incorporation) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
1023 Cherry Road,
Memphis, Tennessee 38117
(Address of principal executive offices)
(901) 762-8600
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
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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At September 30, 1997, there were outstanding 100,951,352 shares of the
Company's Common Stock.
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Exhibit Index Page 42
PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Item 1. Financial Statements
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The accompanying unaudited Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements of
Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. ("Harrah's" or the "Company"), a Delaware
corporation, have been prepared in accordance with the instructions to Form
10-Q, and therefore do not include all information and notes necessary for
complete financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles. The results for the periods indicated are unaudited, but reflect all
adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring adjustments) which management
considers necessary for a fair presentation of operating results. Results of
operations for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of a full year of
operations. These Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements should be read in
conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto
included in the Company's 1996 Annual Report to Stockholders.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)
(In thousands, except share amounts)
Sept. 30, Dec. 31,
1997 1996
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ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 99,782 $ 105,594
Receivables, less allowance for doubtful
accounts of $11,394 and $14,064 35,082 41,203
Deferred income tax benefits 23,174 25,551
Prepayments and other 24,473 18,401
Inventories 12,486 10,838
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Total current assets 194,997 201,587
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Land, buildings, riverboats and equipment 2,158,358 1,977,960
Less: accumulated depreciation (655,612) (588,066)
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1,502,746 1,389,894
Investments in and advances to
nonconsolidated affiliates 175,181 215,539
Deferred costs and other 160,507 167,053
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$2,033,431 $1,974,073
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable $ 46,267 $ 44,934
Construction payables 8,784 17,975
Accrued expenses 172,990 139,892
Current portion of long-term debt 1,894 1,841
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Total current liabilities 229,935 204,642
Long-term debt 918,064 889,538
Deferred credits and other 97,807 97,740
Deferred income taxes 33,630 45,443
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1,279,436 1,237,363
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Minority interests 16,618 16,964
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Commitments and contingencies (Notes 3, 5, 6 and 7)
Stockholders' equity
Common stock, $0.10 par value, authorized 360,000,000 shares,
outstanding 100,951,352 and 102,969,699 shares (net of
3,083,056 and 771,571 shares held in treasury) 10,095 10,297
Capital surplus 387,411 385,941
Retained earnings 337,311 290,797
Unrealized gains on marketable equity securities 17,976 51,394
Deferred compensation related to restricted stock (15,416) (18,683)
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737,377 719,746
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$2,033,431 $1,974,073
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See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(UNAUDITED)
(In thousands, except per share Third Quarter Ended Nine Months Ended
amounts) Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996 1997 1996
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Revenues
Casino $361,369 $358,331 $1,012,118 $1,015,008
Food and beverage 53,461 52,609 147,903 143,444
Rooms 36,371 32,778 95,126 89,076
Management fees 4,483 3,937 17,348 12,047
Other 22,469 20,183 58,738 57,837
Less: casino promotional allowances (39,905) (39,112) (109,993) (104,737)
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Total revenues 438,248 428,726 1,221,240 1,212,675
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Operating expenses
Direct
Casino 176,966 176,837 514,142 504,938
Food and beverage 27,968 26,206 76,090 71,819
Rooms 10,579 9,367 29,336 26,770
Depreciation of buildings,
riverboats and equipment 26,141 23,366 76,802 67,009
Development costs 2,720 3,172 7,409 8,611
Preopening costs 962 68 8,977 5,084
Other 114,287 89,873 298,151 263,236
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Total operating expenses 359,623 328,889 1,010,907 947,467
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Operating profit 78,625 99,837 210,333 265,208
Corporate expense (6,563) (7,661) (22,240) (23,374)
Equity in income (losses) of
nonconsolidated affiliates (2,899) 404 (8,270) 638
Project reorganization costs (1,414) (2,690) (5,584) (11,190)
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Income for operations 67,749 89,890 174,239 231,282
Interest expense, net of interest
capitalized (19,757) (18,173) (57,901) (51,768)
Realized gain from sale of marketable
equity securities 37,388 - 37,388 -
Other income, including interest
income 2,133 962 8,360 2,322
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Income before income taxes and
minority interests 87,513 72,679 162,086 181,836
Provision for income taxes (32,654) (28,829) (60,978) (70,612)
Minority interests (1,970) (1,500) (5,735) (7,487)
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Income before extraordinary loss 52,889 42,350 95,373 103,737
Extraordinary loss on early
extinguishment of debt, net of
income tax benefit of $4,477 - - (8,134) -
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Net income $ 52,889 $ 42,350 $ 87,239 $ 103,737
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Earnings per share before
extraordinary loss $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.94 $ 1.00
Extraordinary loss, net - - (0.08) -
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Earnings per share $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.86 $ 1.00
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Average common shares outstanding 100,835 103,324 101,367 103,
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See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
(In thousands) Nine Months Ended
Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996
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Cash flows from operating activities
Net income $ 87,239 $ 103,737
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash
flows from operating activities
Extraordinary loss, before income taxes 12,611 -
Depreciation and amortization 89,659 76,620
Other noncash items 21,195 22,874
Minority interests' share of income 5,735 7,487
Equity in losses (income) of nonconsolidated
affiliates 3,983 (638)
Realized gain from sale of marketable equity
securities (37,388) -
Net gains from asset sales (943) -
Net change in long-term accounts 2,736 1,539
Net change in working capital accounts 34,216 (2,172)
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Cash flows provided by operating
activities 219,043 209,447
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Cash flows from investing activities
Land, buildings, riverboats and equipment additions (192,734) (211,760)
(Decrease) increase in construction payables (9,191) 5,577
Proceeds from sale of marketable equity securities 53,755 -
Proceeds from asset sales 2,997 1,159
Investments in and advances to nonconsolidated
affiliates (45,444) (46,655)
Other (5,800) (3,320)
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Cash flows used in investing activities (196,417) (254,999)
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Cash flows from financing activities
Net borrowings under Revolving Credit Facility 229,958 46,500
Early extinguishment of 10 7/8% Notes (200,000) -
Scheduled debt retirements (1,793) (2,171)
Premium paid on early extinguishment of debt (9,666) -
Purchases of treasury stock (40,947) -
Minority interests' distributions, net of
contributions (5,990) (9,168)
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Cash flows (used in) provided by
financing activities (28,438) 35,161
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Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (5,812) (10,391)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 105,594 96,345
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Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ 99,782 $ 85,954
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See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation and Organization
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Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. ("Harrah's" or the "Company" and including its
subsidiaries where the context requires), a Delaware corporation, is one of
America's leading casino companies. Harrah's casino entertainment facilities
include casino hotels in all five major Nevada and New Jersey gaming markets:
Reno, Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas and Laughlin, Nevada; and Atlantic City, New
Jersey. Harrah's riverboat and dockside casinos are in Joliet, Illinois;
Shreveport, Louisiana; Tunica and Vicksburg, Mississippi; and North Kansas City
and St. Louis, Missouri. Harrah's manages casinos on Indian lands near Phoenix,
Arizona and Seattle, Washington. During third quarter 1997, the Company sold its
minority interest in a casino in Auckland, New Zealand and will terminate the
management contract for that property on June 30, 1998 (see Note 7). Harrah's
discontinued managing two limited stakes casinos in Colorado at the end of
first quarter 1997.
The Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements include the accounts of
Harrah's and its majority-owned subsidiaries after elimination of all
significant intercompany accounts and transactions. Investments in 20% to 50%
owned companies and joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method.
Harrah's reflects its share of net income of these nonconsolidated affiliates in
Equity in income (losses) of nonconsolidated affiliates (see Note 7).
Certain amounts for the prior year third quarter and first nine months have
been reclassified to conform with the current year presentation.
Note 2 - Stockholders' Equity
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In addition to its common stock, Harrah's has the following classes of
stock authorized but unissued:
Preferred stock, $100 par value, 150,000 shares authorized
Special stock, 2,000,000 shares authorized -
Series A, $1.125 par value
In October 1996, Harrah's Board of Directors approved a plan which
authorized the purchase in open market and other transactions of up to 10% of
Harrah's outstanding shares of
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 2 - Stockholders' Equity (Continued)
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common stock. As of September 30, 1997, 2,989,700 shares had been purchased at
an average price of $18.05 per share. The repurchased shares are being held in
treasury and are reflected in the Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets as if
they were retired.
Note 3 - Long-Term Debt
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Early Extinguishment of 10 7/8% Notes
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On May 27, 1997, Harrah's principal operating subsidiary, Harrah's
Operating Company, Inc. ("HOC"), redeemed its $200 million in 10 7/8% Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2002 (the "Notes"), using proceeds from its revolving
bank credit facility. As a result of the early extinguishment of this debt, the
Company recorded an $8.1 million extraordinary loss, net of tax, which includes
a premium paid to holders of the Notes and the write-off of related deferred
finance charges.
Interest Rate Agreements
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To manage the relative mix of its debt between fixed and variable rate
instruments, Harrah's enters into interest rate swap agreements to modify the
interest characteristics of its outstanding debt without an exchange of the
underlying principal amount. At September 30, 1997, Harrah's was a party to the
following interest rate swap agreements pursuant to which it pays a variable
interest rate in exchange for receiving a fixed interest rate. The average
variable rate paid by Harrah's was 6.0% at September 30, 1997, and the average
fixed interest rate received was 5.4%. The impact of these interest rate swap
agreements on the effective interest rates of the associated debt was as
follows:
Effective Next Semi-
Swap Rate at Annual Rate
Associated Rate Sept. 30, Adjustment
Debt (LIBOR+) 1997 Date Swap Maturity
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8 3/4% Notes
$50 million 3.42% 9.64% November 17 May 1998
$50 million 3.22% 9.19% January 15 July 1998
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 3 - Long-Term Debt (Continued)
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Harrah's also maintains seven additional interest rate swap agreements to
effectively convert a total of $350 million in variable rate debt to a fixed
rate. Pursuant to the terms of these swaps, all of which reset quarterly,
Harrah's receives variable payments tied to LIBOR in exchange for its payments
at a fixed interest rate. The fixed rates to be paid by Harrah's and variable
rates to be received by Harrah's are summarized in the following table:
Swap Rate
Swap Rate Received
Paid (Variable) at Swap
Notional Amount (Fixed) Sept. 30, 1997 Maturity
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$50 million 7.910% 5.719% January 1998
$50 million 6.985% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.951% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.945% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.651% 5.719% May 2000
$50 million 5.788% 5.719% June 2000
$50 million 5.785% 5.719% June 2000
In accordance with the terms of the swap which matures in January 1998, the
variable interest rate was adjusted on October 27, 1997 to 5.813%.
The differences to be paid or received under the terms of the interest rate
swap agreements are accrued as interest rates change and recognized as an
adjustment to interest expense for the related debt. Changes in the variable
interest rates to be paid or received by Harrah's pursuant to the terms of its
interest rate agreements will have a corresponding effect on its future cash
flows. These agreements contain a credit risk that the counterparties may be
unable to meet the terms of the agreements. Harrah's minimizes that risk by
evaluating the creditworthiness of its counterparties, which are limited to
major banks and financial institutions, and does not anticipate nonperformance
by the counterparties.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 4 - Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Paid for Interest and
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Taxes
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The following table reconciles Harrah's interest expense, net of interest
capitalized, per the Consolidated Condensed Statements of Income, to cash paid
for interest:
Nine Months Ended
Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996
(In thousands) -------- --------
Interest expense, net of amount capitalized $57,901 $51,768
Adjustments to reconcile to cash paid for interest:
Net change in accruals (1,136) (8,270)
Amortization of deferred finance changes (2,194) (2,361)
Net amortization of discounts and premiums (9) (16)
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Cash paid for interest, net of amount capitalized $54,562 $41,121
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Cash payments of income taxes, net of refunds $15,696 $32,829
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Note 5 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities
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Contractual Commitments
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Harrah's is pursuing additional casino development opportunities that may
require, individually and in the aggregate, significant commitments of capital,
up-front payments to third parties, guarantees by Harrah's of third party debt
and development completion guarantees. As of September 30, 1997, Harrah's had
guaranteed third party loans and leases of $133 million, which are secured by
certain assets, and had commitments of $41 million, primarily
construction-related.
The agreements under which Harrah's manages casinos on Indian lands contain
provisions required by law which provide that a minimum monthly payment be made
to the tribe. That obligation has priority over scheduled payments of borrowings
for development costs. In the event that insufficient cash flow is generated by
the operations to fund this payment, Harrah's must pay the shortfall to the
tribe. Such advances, if any, would be repaid to Harrah's in future periods in
which operations generate cash flow in excess of the required minimum payment.
These
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 5 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Continued)
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commitments will terminate upon the occurrence of certain defined events,
including termination of the management contract. As of September 30, 1997, the
aggregate monthly commitment pursuant to these contracts, which extend for
periods of up to 84 months from opening date, was $1.2 million, including
commitments for two projects with contracts approved by the National Indian
Gaming Commission that are under development but not yet open.
In addition to the amounts described above, as part of a transaction
whereby Harrah's effectively secured an option to a site for a potential casino,
Harrah's has extended its guarantee of a $22.9 million third party variable rate
bank loan pursuant to an agreement which expires February 28, 1998.
See Note 7 for discussion of the proposed completion guarantees related to
development of the New Orleans' casino.
Severance Agreements
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As of September 30, 1997, Harrah's has severance agreements with 35 of its
senior executives, which provide for payments to the executives in the event of
their termination after a change in control, as defined. These agreements
provide, among other things, for a compensation payment of 1.5 or 2.99 times the
average of the three highest years of annual compensation of the last five
calendar years preceding the change in control, as well as for accelerated
vesting of any compensation or awards payable to the executive under any of
Harrah's incentive plans. The estimated amount, computed as of September 30,
1997, that would be payable under the agreements to these executives based on
earnings and stock options aggregated approximately $32.0 million.
Guarantee of Insurance Contract
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Harrah's has guaranteed the value of a guaranteed investment contract with
an insurance company held by Harrah's defined contribution savings plan.
Harrah's has also agreed to provide non-interest-bearing loans to the plan to
fund, on an interim basis, withdrawals from this contract by retired or
terminated employees. Harrah's maximum exposure on this guarantee as
of September 30, 1997, was $6.1 million.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 5 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Continued)
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Tax Sharing Agreements
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In connection with the 1995 spin-off of certain hotel operations (the "PHC
Spin-off") to Promus Hotel Corporation ("PHC"), Harrah's entered into a Tax
Sharing Agreement with PHC wherein each company is obligated for those taxes
associated with their respective businesses. Additionally, Harrah's is obligated
for all taxes for periods prior to the PHC Spin-off date which are not
specifically related to PHC operations and/or PHC hotel locations. Harrah's
obligations under this agreement are not expected to have a material adverse
effect on its consolidated financial position or results of operations.
Self-Insurance
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Harrah's is self-insured for various levels of general liability, workers'
compensation and employee medical coverage. Insurance claims and reserves
include accruals of estimated settlements for known claims, as well as accruals
of actuarial estimates of incurred but not reported claims.
Note 6 - Litigation
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Harrah's is involved in various inquiries, administrative proceedings and
litigation relating to contracts, sales of property and other matters arising in
the normal course of business. While any proceeding or litigation has an element
of uncertainty, management believes that the final outcome of these matters will
not have a material adverse effect upon Harrah's consolidated financial position
or its results of operations.
In addition to the matters described above, Harrah's and certain of its
subsidiaries have been named as defendants in a number of lawsuits arising from
the suspension of development of a land-based casino, and the closing of the
temporary gaming facility, in New Orleans, Louisiana, by Harrah's Jazz Company,
a partnership in which the Company owns an approximate 47% interest and which
has filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code (see Note
7). The ultimate outcomes of these lawsuits cannot be predicted at this time,
and no provisions for
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 6 - Litigation (Continued)
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the claims are included in the accompanying financial statements. The Company
intends to defend these actions vigorously. In the event a bankruptcy
reorganization plan is not consummated, the Company anticipates that such
lawsuits, which are presently inactive, would become active, and additional
lawsuits would be filed.
Note 7 - Nonconsolidated Affiliates
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Harrah's Jazz Company
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A Harrah's subsidiary owns an approximate 47% interest in Harrah's Jazz
Company ("Harrah's Jazz"), a partnership formed for purposes of developing,
owning and operating the exclusive land-based casino entertainment facility (the
"Rivergate Casino") in New Orleans, Louisiana, on the site of the former
Rivergate Convention Center. On November 22, 1995, Harrah's Jazz and its
wholly-owned subsidiary, Harrah's Jazz Finance Corp., filed petitions for relief
under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. Harrah's Jazz filed a plan of
reorganization with the Bankruptcy Court on April 3, 1996 and filed several
subsequent amendments to the plan (the "Plan"). On April 28, 1997, the
Bankruptcy Court held a confirmation hearing and approved the Plan.
The confirmed Plan contemplated, among other things, that a newly
formed corporation, Jazz Casino Corporation ("JCC"), would be responsible for
completing construction of the Rivergate casino, a subsidiary of the Company
would receive approximately 40% of the equity in JCC's parent, and Harrah's
would make a $75 million equity investment in the project (less any
debtor-in-possession financing provided to the project), guarantee $120
million of a $180 million bank credit facility, guarantee completion and
opening of the Rivergate Casino and make an additional $20 million
subordinated loan to JCC to finance the Rivergate Casino. However, since the
Louisiana State Legislature did not approve a component of the confirmed Plan
- -a modified casino operating contract with the Louisiana Gaming Control Board -
the confirmed Plan was not consummated. Subsequently, Harrah's Jazz filed a
proposed modified plan with the Bankruptcy Court which contemplated, among
other things, the assumption of the existing casino operating contract and
relief from payment of any gaming
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 7 - Nonconsolidated Affiliates (Continued)
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taxes under the casino operating contract.
In lieu of the proposed modified plan to assume the existing casino
operating contract, Harrah's Jazz plans to file in November 1997 a further
modification of the confirmed Plan. This plan would provide that a subsidiary
of the Company would receive approximately 40% of the equity in JCC's parent,
and Harrah's would make a $75 million equity investment in the project (less
any debtor-in-possession financing provided to the project), guarantee $150
million of a $220 million bank credit facility, guarantee completion and
opening of the Rivergate Casino and make an additional $10 million
subordinated loan to JCC to finance the Rivergate Casino. Harrah's would also
be obligated to guarantee the first year of JCC's $100 million minimum
payment obligation to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board and, if certain
positive cash flow tests and other conditions are satisfied each year, to
renew the guarantee each year for a maximum term of approximately five years.
Harrah's obligations under the guarantee would be limited to a guarantee of
the $100 million payment obligation of JCC for the year in which the
guarantee is in effect and would be secured by a first priority lien on JCC's
assets. JCC's payment obligation would be $100 million at the commencement of
each operating year and would decline on a daily basis by 1/365 of $100
million as payments are made each day by JCC to the Louisiana Gaming Control
Board.
The Governor of Louisiana, the Mayor of New Orleans, the Bondholders
Committee and the project bank lenders have expressed support in principle
for this proposed plan. However, the plan is subject to numerous approvals,
including approval from Harrah's bank lenders, the Louisiana State
Legislature, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, the New Orleans City
Council, the bondholders, the Bankruptcy Court and others. There can be no
assurance that these approvals will be obtained and that such plan will be
consummated.
During the course of the bankruptcy of Harrah's Jazz, a subsidiary of
the Company has made debtor-in-possession loans to Harrah's Jazz, totaling
approximately $29.8 million as of September 30, 1997, to fund certain payments
to the City of New Orleans and other cash requirements of Harrah's Jazz. On July
10, 1997, the Company notified Harrah's Jazz that, at such time, the Company was
not prepared to commit to provide debtor-in-possession financing to Harrah's
Jazz beyond the earlier of
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 7 - Nonconsolidated Affiliates (Continued)
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September 30, 1997 or the provision of $30 million of debtor-in-possession
financing. Due to uncertainties at the end of third quarter 1997 regarding
the consummation of an acceptable bankruptcy reorganization plan, the Company
recorded a $13.0 million reserve against the debtor-in-possession financing
provided to Harrah's Jazz, reflecting a possible shortfall in the realizable
value of the collateral for the loans.
As a consequence of the recent events described above, Harrah's has
committed to provide an additional $9 million in debtor-in-possession loans
to Harrah's Jazz (for a total of $39 million) through February 28, 1998. This
loan commitment is conditioned upon Harrah's Jazz meeting certain monthly
milestones in the bankruptcy reorganization process.
Other
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Summarized balance sheet and income statement information of
nonconsolidated gaming affiliates, which Harrah's accounted for using the equity
method, as of September 30, 1997 and December 31, 1996, and for the third
quarters and nine months ended September 30, 1997 and 1996 is included in the
following tables.
(In thousands) Sept. 30, Dec. 31,
1997 1996
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Combined Summarized Balance Sheet Information
Current assets $ 18,118 $ 33,516
Land, buildings and equipment, net 380,110 391,133
Other assets 179,870 171,748
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Total assets 578,098 596,397
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Current liabilities 101,409 129,114
Long-term debt 464,832 486,740
Other liabilities 1,000 -
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Total liabilities 567,241 615,854
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Net assets $ 10,857 $(19,457)
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Third Quarter Ended Nine Months Ended
Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996 1997 1996
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(In thousands)
Combined Summarized Statements of
Operations
Revenues $ 4,878 $ 7,373 $ 17,292 $ 22,006
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Operating loss $(12,726) $ (7,429) $(29,756) $(15,383)
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Net loss $(16,346) $ (9,744) $(37,094) $(18,711)
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 7 - Nonconsolidated Affiliates (Continued)
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Harrah's share of nonconsolidated affiliates' combined net operating results are
reflected in the accompanying Consolidated Condensed Statements of Income as
Equity in income (losses) of nonconsolidated affiliates. Harrah's investments in
and advances to nonconsolidated affiliates are reflected in the accompanying
Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets as follows:
Sept. 30, Dec. 31,
1997 1996
-------- --------
(In thousands)
Harrah's investments in and advances to
nonconsolidated affiliates
Accounted for under the equity method $130,087 $ 98,356
Equity securities available-for-sale and
recorded at market value 45,094 117,183
-------- --------
$175,181 $215,539
======== ========
In accordance with the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting
Standards No. 115, "Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity
Securities", Harrah's adjusts the carrying value of certain marketable equity
securities to include unrealized gains. A corresponding adjustment is recorded
in the Company's stockholders' equity and deferred income tax accounts.
Condensed financial information relating to the Company's minority ownership
interest in a restaurant affiliate has not been presented since its operating
results and financial position are not material to Harrah's.
Harrah's New Zealand
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During third quarter 1997, Harrah's sold its 12.5% equity interest in Sky
City Limited, a New Zealand publicly-traded company which owns a casino
entertainment facility in Auckland, New Zealand. Harrah's received $56.8 million
for its equity interest and recorded a pre-tax gain of $37.4 million. Harrah's
continues to manage the facility for a fee. It was announced during second
quarter 1997 that Sky City Limited will buy out Harrah's management contract and
Harrah's will discontinue management of the facility in June 1998.
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 8 - Summarized Financial Information
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HOC is a wholly owned subsidiary and the principal asset of Harrah's.
Summarized financial information of HOC as of September 30, 1997 and December
31, 1996 and for the third quarters and nine months ended September 30, 1997 and
1996 prepared on the same basis as Harrah's was as follows:
Sept. 30, Dec. 31,
1997 1996
(In thousands) ---------- ----------
Current assets $ 190,381 $ 199,838
Land, buildings, riverboats, and equipment 1,502,746 1,389,894
Other assets 335,606 382,516
---------- ----------
2,028,733 1,972,248
---------- ----------
Current liabilities 216,911 191,689
Long-term debt 918,064 889,538
Other liabilities 134,232 143,705
Minority interests 16,618 16,964
---------- ----------
1,285,825 1,241,896
---------- ----------
Net assets $ 742,908 $ 730,352
========== ==========
Third Quarter Ended Nine Months Ended
Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996 1997 1996
(In thousands) -------- -------- ---------- ----------
Revenues $437,561 $429,169 $1,220,465 $1,213,407
======== ======== ========== ==========
Income from operations $ 67,392 $ 89,844 $ 174,004 $ 229,857
======== ======== ========== ==========
Income before extraordinary loss $ 52,657 $ 42,320 $ 95,220 $ 102,811
======== ======== ========== ==========
Net income $ 52,657 $ 42,320 $ 87,086 $ 102,811
======== ======== ========== ==========
The agreements governing the terms of the Company's debt contain certain
covenants which, among other things, place limitations on HOC's ability to pay
dividends and make other restricted payments, as defined, to Harrah's. The
amount of HOC's restricted net assets, as defined, computed in accordance with
the most restrictive of these covenants regarding restricted
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HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
(UNAUDITED)
Note 8 - Summarized Financial Information
- -----------------------------------------
payments (other than for repurchases of Harrah's common stock), was
approximately $732.4 million at September 30, 1997. With respect to any payments
by HOC to Harrah's for the purpose of providing funds to Harrah's for the
repurchase of its common stock, the amount of HOC's restricted net assets under
such covenant was approximately $597.7 million at September 30, 1997.
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Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
----------------------------------------------------------
Condition and Results of Operations
-----------------------------------
The following discussion and analysis of the financial position and
operating results of Harrah's Entertainment, Inc., (referred to in this
discussion, together with its consolidated subsidiaries where appropriate, as
"Harrah's" or the "Company,") for third quarter and the first nine months of
1997 and 1996 updates, and should be read in conjunction with, Management's
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Position and Results of Operations
presented in Harrah's 1996 Annual Report.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
- ---------------------
Overall
- -------
Harrah's financial results through the third quarter of 1997 continue to
reflect, as do the results of many of its competitors, the impact of increased
supply and competition within the casino entertainment industry. Also impacting
Harrah's 1997 financial results were construction disruptions during the year
and weather-related business interruptions during first quarter 1997 at several
of its properties. Though Harrah's revenues increased slightly for third quarter
and the first nine months as compared to the prior year periods, the impact of
increased competition and business interruptions impacted Harrah's operating
profit and margins, as noted in the following table.
Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
(in millions, except -------------- Increase ----------------- Increase
earnings per share) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
------ ------ ---------- -------- -------- ----------
Revenues $438.2 $428.7 2.2 % $1,221.2 $1,212.7 0.7 %
Operating profit 91.9 99.9 (8.0)% 231.7 270.3 (14.3)%
Income from operations 67.7 89.9 (24.7)% 174.2 231.3 (24.7)%
Income before
extraordinary loss 52.9 42.4 24.8% 95.4 103.7 (8.0)%
Net income 52.9 42.4 24.8% 87.2 103.7 (15.9)%
Earnings per share
Before extraordinary loss 0.52 0.41 26.8% 0.94 1.00 (6.0)%
Net income 0.52 0.41 26.8% 0.86 1.00 (14.0)%
Operating margin 15.4% 21.0% (5.6)pts 14.3% 19.1% (4.8)pts
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The impact on Harrah's operations of these factors can also be seen in the
following table, which summarizes contributions to operating profit (income from
operations before corporate expense, equity in income (losses) of
nonconsolidated affiliates and project reorganization costs) by major operating
division for the twelve month periods ended September 30, 1997, 1996 and 1995 in
millions of dollars and as a percent of the total for each of Harrah's
divisions:
Contribution for Twelve Months Ended Sept. 30,
---------------------------------------------
In Millions of Dollars Percent of Total
---------------------- ----------------
1997 1996 1995 1997 1996 1995
---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Riverboat $123 $153 $163 41% 44% 44%
Atlantic City 76 77 87 25 22 24
Southern Nevada 44 70 73 14 20 20
Northern Nevada 50 61 68 17 17 18
Indian/Limited Stakes 13 4 7 4 1 2
Development costs (11) (14) (19) (4) (4) (5)
Other operations 9 - (11) 3 - (3)
---- ---- ---- --- --- ---
Subtotal 304 351 368 100% 100% 100%
Project writedowns === === ===
and reserves (64) (93) -
Preopening costs (10) (6) -
---- ---- ----
Operating profit $230 $252 $368
==== ==== ====
DIVISION OPERATING RESULTS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANS
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Riverboat Division
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Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
-------------- Increase/ ----------------- Increase/
(in millions) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
------ ------ ---------- ------ ------ ----------
Casino revenues $160.5 $144.7 10.9 % $457.3 $428.4 6.7 %
Total revenues 171.3 160.9 6.5 % 498.1 478.9 4.0 %
Operating profit 35.5 33.4 6.3 % 96.9 114.6 (15.4)%
Operating margin 20.7% 20.8% (0.1)pts 19.5% 23.9% (4.4)pts
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Revenues for the Division increased for the third quarter and the first
nine months of 1997 over the comparable prior year periods. Operating profits
and margins declined for the nine months in the face of new and increased
competition in several riverboat markets over the past year. However, for the
quarter, operating profits increased and margins remained essentially flat
compared to prior year. Harrah's believes most riverboat markets in which it
competes are now stable or are beginning to show improvements.
Revenues, operating profit and margin for the third quarter at Harrah's
Joliet in Illinois were stable compared to the third quarter last year. However,
for the nine months, revenues, operating profit and margin declined compared to
the prior year due to the introduction of riverboat casinos in neighboring
Indiana which more than doubled regional supply since June 1996. Gaming volume
at Harrah's Joliet declined 19.2% for the first nine months of 1997 from the
prior year period, significantly impacting property revenues. Operating profit
and margins were further impacted by higher marketing and promotional expenses
that resulted from the increased competition. The Company has made certain
operating adjustments, including a modification of the cruising schedule, which
have helped stabilize operating results at Joliet. Though management believes
that the property's operating results have stabilized, revenues and operating
profit at Harrah's Joliet are not expected to return to the levels achieved
prior to the entrance of the Indiana riverboats into the regional market.
Subject to the receipt of necessary approvals, the Company plans to begin
construction during fourth quarter 1997 of an expansion at the Joliet property.
The $29.5 million project will include a 204-room luxury hotel and 9,000 square
feet of meeting space. The project is scheduled to be completed in early 1999.
Combined third quarter performance by Harrah's Mississippi properties
improved over the prior year as operating income increased by $6.0 million,
primarily due to operating improvements in Tunica as it continued the turnaround
that began in the second quarter. The Tunica improvement is due in part to the
second quarter 1997 closure of Harrah's original Tunica casino. The Company is
now focusing all its efforts in the Tunica market on its newer Tunica property,
which opened in April 1996. The Company is continuing to explore its options for
the ultimate disposition of the original Tunica property. A reserve for the
impairment of the original Tunica property was recorded in fourth quarter 1996
and the Company believes such reserve remains adequate. However, the Company
will continue to periodically review the adequacy of this reserve until the
final disposition of the property. During second quarter 1997, the
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Company acquired its minority partner's interest in both Tunica properties. The
cost of this acquisition was not material to Harrah's.
Revenues for the first nine months of 1997 were up from 1996 at Harrah's
North Kansas City due primarily to the Company's addition of a second riverboat
casino in May 1996. However, revenues for third quarter and operating profit for
both the third quarter and year-to-date declined from the comparable prior year
periods due to increased marketing and promotional costs as a result of
additional competition, including a major new property that opened in January
1997. Despite the significant competitive capacity added to the market, Harrah's
continues to lead the overall Kansas City market in profitability and most other
measures of performance.
Despite a 3.5% decline in Harrah's Shreveport revenues for third quarter
1997 compared to the prior year, due to the entrance in fourth quarter 1996 of a
new competitor into the market, operating profit remained flat. Harrah's is
continuing its evaluation of various expansion opportunities for its Shreveport
facility. Any expansion project is subject to the receipt of necessary
regulatory approvals and reaching a definitive agreement with the City of
Shreveport.
Harrah's St. Louis Riverport casinos reported an operating loss of
approximately $0.4 million for third quarter 1997 as the Company slowly builds
its market position. The St. Louis Riverport casino entertainment complex in
Maryland Heights, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis, opened on March 11, 1997. The
facility includes four riverboat casinos, two of which are owned and operated by
Harrah's, and shoreside facilities jointly-owned with another casino company.
Harrah's pro-rata share of the operating losses of the shoreside facilities
joint venture was $3.0 million for the quarter and is reported separately in the
Income Statement and included in Equity in losses of nonconsolidated
subsidiaries (see Other Factors Affecting Net Income).
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Atlantic City
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Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
------------- Increase/ ----------------- Increase/
(in millions) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
----- ----- ---------- ------ ------ ----------
Casino revenues $87.7 $91.7 (4.3)% $243.9 $238.7 2.2 %
Total revenues 99.0 98.7 0.3 % 270.0 258.2 4.6 %
Operating profit 25.6 26.9 (4.8)% 60.7 59.3 2.4 %
Operating margin 25.9% 27.3% (1.4)pts 22.5% 23.0% (0.5)pts
In Atlantic City, the property's financial results for third quarter
reflect an unexpected dip in the Atlantic City market during the last month of
the quarter. However, results for the nine months ended September 30, 1997
reflect the impact of an increase in gaming volume of 1.7% over the same period
last year. These increases more than offset the higher than historical
complimentary and promotional expenses incurred in order to maintain its
relative competitive position in the market. A new 416-room hotel tower, the
final phase of an expansion and enhancement project started last year, was
opened in late second quarter 1997 and contributed to substantial incremental
room nights sold at the property during the quarter.
No decision regarding a possible second phase of the Atlantic City
expansion have been made. Such decisions are dependent, in part, upon
substantive progress on development of new casino hotel projects in the Marina
area of Atlantic City by other companies.
Southern Nevada Division
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Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
------------- Increase/ ----------------- Increase/
(in millions) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
----- ----- ---------- ------ ------ ----------
Casino revenues $46.2 $46.6 (0.9)% $133.9 $145.0 (7.7)%
Total revenues 70.9 71.5 (0.8)% 204.3 222.3 (8.1)%
Operating profit 7.3 14.4 (49.3)% 28.6 52.8 (44.8)%
Operating margin 10.3% 20.1% (9.8)pts 14.0% 23.8% (9.8)pts
1997 results in Southern Nevada have been impacted by construction
disruptions at Harrah's Las Vegas, where a $200 million expansion and renovation
project was substantially completed in the third quarter. The construction
activity has often impeded access to the Las Vegas property, resulting in a 7.6%
decrease in gaming volume for the first nine months of 1997 compared with the
prior year period. Operating profits and margins have been further impacted due
to the difficulty in reducing certain fixed costs proportionately with the
revenue
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declines, along with higher operating costs associated with the construction
disruptions. Most of the facade and sidewalk renovations along the Strip were
completed early in the third quarter, with the remainder finished by the end of
the quarter. The positive impact of the opening of rooms in the new hotel tower
has been offset by the closing for major renovation of rooms in the original
hotel tower. Renovation of these rooms was completed by the end of third quarter
and completion of the property's overall renovation is expected to be virtually
complete by year-end. As of September 30, 1997, approximately $180 million had
been spent on this project.
Harrah's Laughlin continues to be affected by competition from neighboring
Arizona and California Indian casinos and from high profile new Las Vegas area
casino developments. Gaming volume declined 4.8% for the third quarter and 5.1%
for the first nine months of 1997, from the prior year periods, resulting in
lower revenues, operating profit and operating margin.
At the present time, no definitive plans have been announced related to
Harrah's previously announced interest in the construction or acquisition of a
second Las Vegas property, and there is no assurance the Company will construct
or acquire such a property.
Northern Nevada Division
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Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
------------- Increase/ ----------------- Increase/
(in millions) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
----- ----- ---------- ------ ------ ----------
Casino revenues $67.0 $68.0 (1.5)% $167.1 $176.0 (5.1)%
Total revenues 88.9 89.8 (1.0)% 221.8 232.1 (4.4)%
Operating profit 23.0 26.3 (12.5)% 39.8 49.2 (19.1)%
Operating margin 25.9% 29.3% (3.4)pts 17.9% 21.2% (3.3)pts
In Northern Nevada, Route 50, the preferred and most direct route from
California to Lake Tahoe, was closed for repairs on weekdays during the entire
month of September, which contributed to a third quarter operating profit
decline of 16.7% at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Harrah's Reno's results were relatively
stable, down slightly from the prior year third quarter results. Operating
results for the first nine months of 1997 were significantly impacted by weather
conditions occurring during first quarter 1997, when flooding in the region
twice closed the primary access road to Lake Tahoe for a combined total of
forty-five days, and closed Harrah's Reno for one day.
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Indian and Limited Stakes
- -------------------------
Revenues and operating profit from Harrah's Indian and limited stakes
casinos increased in third quarter and the first nine months of 1997 over the
1996 period, due primarily to higher management fees from Harrah's Phoenix
Ak-Chin casino.
Harrah's continues to pursue additional development opportunities for
casinos on Indian land and has received National Indian Gaming Commission
("NIGC") approval of development and management agreements with the Eastern Band
of Cherokees for a casino development at Cherokee, North Carolina. Construction
on this project is underway and the $82 million facility, which will contain
approximately 60,000 square feet of casino space, is expected to open on
November 13, 1997. Though Harrah's is not funding this development, it has
guaranteed the related bank financing, of which $49.5 million was outstanding at
September 30, 1997.
In early 1997, Harrah's received NIGC approval of development and
management agreements with the Prairie Band of Potawatomi Indians for a
development near Topeka, Kansas. Construction began during second quarter 1997
on a $37 million casino facility that will include approximately 27,000 square
feet of casino space. This facility, which is expected to be completed during
first quarter 1998, will be managed by a Harrah's subsidiary and is being
financed by loans which Harrah's has guaranteed.
Harrah's has also previously announced agreements with other Indian tribes,
which are in various stages of negotiation and are subject to certain
conditions, including approval from appropriate government agencies. If the
necessary approvals for these projects are received, Harrah's would likely
guarantee the related bank financing for the projects, which could be
significant.
The agreements under which Harrah's manages casinos on Indian lands contain
provisions required by law which provide that a minimum monthly payment be made
to the tribe. That obligation has priority over scheduled repayments of
borrowings for development costs. In the event that insufficient cash flow is
generated by the operations to fund this payment, Harrah's
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must pay the shortfall to the tribe. Such advances, if any, would be repaid to
Harrah's in future periods in which operations generate cash flow in excess of
the required minimum payment. These commitments will terminate upon the
occurrence of certain defined events, including termination of the management
contract. As of September 30, 1997, the aggregate monthly commitment pursuant to
these contracts which extend for periods of up to 84 months from opening date,
was $1.2 million, including commitments for two projects with contracts approved
by the National Indian Gaming Commission that are under construction but not yet
open.
See DEBT and LIQUIDITY section for further discussion of Harrah's
guarantees of debt related to Indian projects.
On March 31, 1997, Harrah's discontinued its management of two limited
stakes casinos in Colorado. This action did not have a material impact on
Harrah's 1997 financial statements.
Other Operations
- ----------------
Other operations includes the management fees received by the Company from
Sky City in Auckland, New Zealand. During second quarter 1997, Harrah's
announced that Sky City Limited, owner of the Sky City facility in Auckland, New
Zealand, will buy-out Harrah's management contract. Harrah's will continue to
manage the facility under its fee agreement until June 1998, when it will
receive an estimated fee of $14 million to terminate the contract. During the
third quarter, Harrah's sold its remaining 12.5% equity interest in Sky City
Limited resulting in a pretax gain of $37.4 million.
Other operations for the first nine months of 1997 also includes $2.3
million in nonrecurring income received by Harrah's from Interactive
Entertainment Limited (IEL) in consideration for the termination of Harrah's
management contract which occurred in conjunction with IEL's transformation into
a publicly traded company.
Development costs have decreased from prior year levels due to lower levels
of development activity.
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Other Factors Affecting Net Income
- ----------------------------------
Third Quarter Percentage Nine Months Ended Percentage
(Income)/Expense ------------- Increase/ ----------------- Increase/
(in millions) 1997 1996 (Decrease) 1997 1996 (Decrease)
----- ----- ---------- ----- ----- ----------
Preopening costs $ 1.0 $ 0.1 N/M $ 9.0 $ 5.0 80.0%
Corporate expense 6.6 7.7 (14.3)% 22.2 23.4 (5.1)%
Equity in (income) losses of
nonconsolidated affiliates 2.9 (0.4) N/M 8.3 (0.6) N/M
Project write-downs and
reserves 12.3 - N/M 12.3 - N/M
Project reorganization costs 1.4 2.7 (48.1)% 5.6 11.2 (50.0)%
Interest expense, net 19.8 18.2 8.8 % 57.9 51.8 11.8
Gain on sale of marketable
equity securities 37.4 - N/M 37.4 - N/M
Other income (2.1) (1.0) N/M (8.4) (2.3) N/M
Effective tax rate 38.2% 40.5% (3.3)pts 39.0% 40.5% (1.5)pts
Minority interests $ 2.0 $ 1.5 33.3% $ 5.7 $ 7.5 (24.0)%
Extraordinary loss, net
of income taxes - - N/M 8.1 - N/M
Preopening costs for 1997 include costs incurred in connection with the
first quarter 1997 opening of Harrah's St. Louis Riverport casino property,
along with ongoing costs related to the expansion at Harrah's Las Vegas
property. 1996 preopening costs related to the second quarter opening of the
Company's newer Tunica property and an expansion at Harrah's North Kansas
City property.
Corporate expense decreased 14.3% in third quarter 1997 from the prior year
level, primarily because of timing of expenses during the period in 1996.
Equity in (income) losses of nonconsolidated affiliates for third quarter
and the first nine months of 1997 consists primarily of losses from Harrah's
share of the joint venture portion of the St. Louis development, including its
$1.9 million share of the joint venture's preopening costs, partially offset by
Harrah's share of income from a restaurant affiliate. Harrah's previously
reported its share of joint venture pre-interest operating results in
Revenues-other, and its share of joint venture interest expense as Interest
expense, net, from nonconsolidated affiliates. Prior year amounts have been
restated to conform to the current year's presentation.
Project write-downs of $12.3 million during the quarter were primarily
for reserves against loans related to debtor-in-possession financing provided to
the casino project in New Orleans in which Harrah's is a minority partner. The
write-down
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reflects the possible shortfall in the realizable value of collateral for the
loans in view of the current uncertainties of the project at the time of the
write-down.
Project reorganization costs represent Harrah's costs, including legal
fees, associated with the on-going development of a reorganization plan for the
New Orleans casino (see Harrah's Jazz Company section).
Interest expense increased in 1997 over 1996, primarily as a result of
higher debt levels incurred to fund the stock repurchase program (see Equity
Transactions section) and expansion projects.
During third quarter 1997 Harrah's sold its remaining equity interest in
the Sky City casino in Auckland, New Zealand and recorded a pretax gain on the
sale of $37.4 million.
Other income increased in 1997 due to higher interest income earned by the
Company on the cash surrender value of certain life insurance policies, the
inclusion in 1997 of dividend income from Harrah's New Zealand investment and a
gain on the sale of nonoperating property.
The effective tax rates for all periods are higher than the federal
statutory rate primarily due to state income taxes. Minority interests
reflects a joint venture partner's share of income at a riverboat casino and
decreased in 1997 from the prior year level as a result of lower earnings
from that riverboat.
The extraordinary loss reported in second quarter 1997 is due to the early
extinguishment of debt and includes the premium paid to holders of the debt
retired and the write-off of related unamortized deferred finance charges. (See
Debt and Liquidity - Early Extinguishment of Debt.)
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In fourth quarter 1997, Harrah's will adopt the provisions of Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards No. 128, "Earnings per Share", which establishes
new standards for computing and presenting earnings per share. The following
table presents actual earnings per share and pro forma earnings per share
computed as if the provisions SFAS No. 128 been in effect for the third quarter
and first nine months:
Third Quarter First Nine Months
------------- -----------------
1997 1996 1997 1996
----- ----- ----- -----
Earnings per share
As reported $0.52 $0.41 $0.86 $1.00
Pro forma (basic) 0.52 0.41 0.86 1.00
Pro forma (diluted) 0.52 0.41 0.86 1.00
HARRAH'S JAZZ COMPANY
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For an update of the status of the efforts to reorganize Harrah's Jazz
Company, which filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy
Code on November 22, 1995, see Note 7 to the accompanying Consolidated Condensed
Financial Statements.
CAPITAL SPENDING AND DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY
- ----------------------------------------
In addition to the specific development and expansion projects discussed
above, Harrah's performs on-going refurbishment and maintenance at its casino
entertainment facilities in order to maintain the Company's quality standards.
Harrah's also continues to pursue development opportunities for additional
casino entertainment facilities that meet its strategic and return on investment
criteria. Prior to the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, the costs of
pursuing development projects are expensed as incurred. Construction-related
costs incurred after the receipt of necessary approvals are capitalized and
depreciated over the estimated useful life of the resulting asset. Preopening
costs incurred during the construction period are deferred and expensed at the
respective property's opening.
The Company's planned development projects, if they go forward, will
require, individually and in the aggregate, significant capital commitments and,
if completed, may result in significant additional revenues. The commitment of
capital, the timing of completion and the commencement of operations of casino
entertainment development projects are contingent upon, among
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other things, negotiation of final agreements and receipt of approvals from the
appropriate political and regulatory bodies. Cash needed to finance projects
currently under development as well as additional projects being pursued by
Harrah's are expected to be made available from operating cash flows, the Bank
Facility (see Debt and Liquidity section), joint venture partners, specific
project financing, guarantees by Harrah's of third party debt and, if necessary,
additional Harrah's debt and/or equity offerings. Harrah's capital spending for
the first nine months of 1997 totaled approximately $244 million. Estimated
total capital expenditures for 1997 are expected to be between $330 million and
$350 million, including the projects discussed in the Division Operating Results
and Development Plans section, the refurbishment of existing facilities and
other projects, but excluding the possible purchase or construction of a second
Las Vegas property and the possible second phase of Harrah's Atlantic City
expansion.
DEBT AND LIQUIDITY
- ------------------
Early Extinguishment of Debt
- ----------------------------
On May 27, 1997, Harrah's principal operating subsidiary, Harrah's
Operating Company, Inc. ("HOC"), redeemed its $200 million in 10 7/8% Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2002 (the "Notes") at a call price of 104.833%, plus
accrued and unpaid interest through the redemption date. The Company retired the
Notes using proceeds from its bank facility. An extraordinary charge, net of
tax, of approximately $8.1 million was recorded during second quarter 1997 in
conjunction with this early extinguishment of debt.
In connection with the early extinguishment of the Notes, the Company
terminated certain interest rate swap agreements which had been associated with
the debt. The gain realized upon the termination of these swap agreements was
not material.
Bank Facility
- -------------
As of September 30, 1997, $711.0 million in borrowings, including the funds
drawn to retire the Notes, were outstanding under the Company's $1.1 billion
revolving credit facility (the "Bank Facility"), with an additional $18.6
million committed to back letters of credit. After consideration of these
borrowings, $370.4 million of additional borrowing capacity was available to the
Company as of September 30, 1997.
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Interest Rate Agreements
- ------------------------
As of September 30, 1997, Harrah's was a party to the following interest
rate swap agreements which effectively convert fixed rate debt to a variable
rate:
Effective Next Semi-
Swap Rate at Annual Rate
Rate Sept. 30, Adjustment
Associated Debt (LIBOR+) 1997 Date Swap Maturity
- --------------- ------ --------- ----------- -------------
8 3/4% Notes
$50 million 3.42% 9.64% November 17 May 1998
$50 million 3.22% 9.19% January 15 July 1998
Harrah's also maintains the following interest rate swap agreements which
effectively convert variable rate debt to a fixed rate:
Swap Rate
Received
Swap Rate (Variable) at Swap
Notional Amount Paid (Fixed) Sept. 30, 1997 Maturity
- --------------- ----------- -------------- ------------
$50 million 7.910% 5.719% January 1998
$50 million 6.985% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.951% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.945% 5.719% March 2000
$50 million 6.651% 5.719% May 2000
$50 million 5.788% 5.719% June 2000
$50 million 5.785% 5.719% June 2000
All seven swap agreements reset on a quarterly basis. In accordance with the
terms of the swap which matures in January 1998, the variable interest rate was
adjusted on October 27, 1997 to 5.813%.
These agreements contain a credit risk that the counterparties may be
unable to meet the terms of the agreements. Harrah's minimizes that risk by
evaluating the creditworthiness of its counterparties, which are limited to
major banks and financial institutions, and does not anticipate nonperformance
by the counterparties.
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Guarantees of Third Party Debt
- ------------------------------
As part of a transaction whereby Harrah's has retained an option to a site
for a potential casino, Harrah's has extended its guarantee of a third party's
$22.9 million variable rate bank loan through February 28, 1998. In connection
with this extension, Harrah's also agreed to fund the monthly interest payments
to the lender on behalf of the third party, and is to be repaid from the
proceeds from the sale of certain assets of the third party. The guaranty
contains an element of risk that, should the borrower be unable to perform, the
Company could become responsible for repayment of at least a portion of the
obligation. Harrah's has reduced this exposure by obtaining a security interest
in certain assets of the third party.
As described in the Division Operating Results and Development Plans --
Indian and Limited Stakes section, Harrah's may guarantee all or part of the
debt incurred by Indian tribes with which Harrah's has entered a management
contract to fund development of casinos on the Indian lands. For all existing
guarantees of Indian debt, Harrah's has obtained a first lien on certain
personal property (tangible and intangible) of the casino enterprise. There can
be no assurance, however, the value of such property would satisfy Harrah's
obligations in the event these guarantees were enforced. Additionally, Harrah's
has received limited waivers from the Indian tribes of their sovereign immunity
to allow Harrah's to pursue its rights under the contracts between the parties
and to enforce collection efforts as to any assets in which a security interest
is taken.
Shelf Registration
- ------------------
Harrah's shelf registration of up to $200 million of Harrah's common stock
or HOC preferred stock or debt securities expired in October 1997. The Company
is currently considering various options for filing a new shelf registration.
EQUITY TRANSACTIONS
- -------------------
In October 1996, Harrah's Board of Directors approved a plan which
authorizes the purchase in the open market of up to ten percent of Harrah's
outstanding shares of common stock. As of September 30, 1997, 2,989,700 shares
had been purchased at a cost of approximately $54.0 million and are being held
in treasury. The Company expects to acquire additional shares from time to time
at prevailing market prices through the December 31, 1997 expiration of the
approved plan.
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EFFECTS OF CURRENT ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL CONDITIONS
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Competitive Pressures
- ---------------------
As compared to the early 1990's, the number of new markets opening for
development in the past year has been more limited and existing markets have
become more competitive. The focus of many casino operators has shifted to
investing in existing markets, in an effort both to attract new customers and to
gain a greater market share of existing customers. As companies have completed
expansion projects, supply has grown at a faster pace than demand in some
markets and competition has increased significantly. Furthermore, several
operators, including Harrah's, have announced plans for additional developments
or expansions in some markets. The impact that these projects will have on
Harrah's operations, if they are completed, cannot be determined at this time.
Harrah's properties in Nevada and New Jersey have generally reacted less
significantly to the changing competitive conditions, as the amount of supply
change within these markets has represented a smaller percentage change than
that experienced in some riverboat markets. In Las Vegas, several major
developments have opened within the past few years and numerous new developments
and property expansions, including an expansion at Harrah's Las Vegas, are
underway. Historically, the Las Vegas market has grown sufficiently to absorb
these additions to its supply, but there can be no assurance that such growth
will continue. In the Atlantic City market, additional casino space and hotel
rooms have opened within the past year and several major developments are
proposed. This activity has intensified competition during the last year,
increasing promotional costs and reducing margins.
In riverboat markets, the recent additions to supply have had a more
noticeable impact, due to the fact that competition was limited in the early
stages of many of these markets. In Joliet, the opening in late second quarter
1996 of Indiana riverboats more than doubled the Chicago area capacity and has
resulted in a decline in Harrah's gaming volume from 1996 levels. In Tunica, a
major new property opened in June 1996, and several existing properties,
including Harrah's, added hotel rooms and other amenities and more are planned.
In response to competitive pressures in this market and in order to focus its
efforts on Harrah's newer and larger Tunica Casino, Harrah's closed its original
Tunica property in May 1997 and continues to evaluate its plans for that
property's disposition. In October 1996, a fourth casino entered the Shreveport
market, and in January 1997, a major new development opened in the Kansas City
market. Thus far, the Shreveport development has not significantly impacted
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Harrah's operating results. In Kansas City, Harrah's operating profit declined
38% as a result of the increasing competition in that market.
Over the past several years, there has also been a significant increase in
the number of casinos on Indian lands, made possible by the Indian Gaming
Regulatory Act of 1988. Harrah's manages two such facilities and two additional
properties are currently under development. The future growth potential from
Indian casinos is also uncertain, however.
Although the short-term effect of these competitive developments on the
Company has been negative, Harrah's is not able to determine the long-term
impact, whether favorable or unfavorable, that these trends and events will have
on its current or future markets. Management believes that the geographic
diversity of Harrah's operations, its multi-market customer base and the
Company's continuing efforts to establish Harrah's as a premier brand name have
well-positioned Harrah's to face the challenges present within the industry.
Harrah's has recently introduced WINet, a sophisticated nationwide customer
database, and its national Total Gold Card, a nationwide frequent-player card,
both of which it believes will provide competitive advantages, particularly with
players who visit more than one market.
Political Uncertainties
- -----------------------
The casino entertainment industry is subject to political and regulatory
uncertainty. In 1996, the U.S. government formed a federal commission to study
gambling in the United States, including the casino gaming industry. At this
time, the role of the commission and the ultimate impact that it will have on
the industry is uncertain. From time to time, individual jurisdictions have also
considered legislation which could adversely impact Harrah's operations, and the
likelihood or outcome of similar legislation in the future is difficult to
predict.
The casino entertainment industry represents a significant source of tax
revenues to the various jurisdictions in which casinos operate. From time to
time, various state and federal legislators and officials have proposed changes
in tax laws, or in the administration of such laws, which would affect the
industry. It is not possible to determine with certainty the scope or likelihood
of possible future changes in tax laws or in the administration of such laws. If
adopted, such changes could have a material adverse effect on Harrah's financial
results.
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INTERCOMPANY DIVIDEND RESTRICTION
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Agreements governing the terms of its debt require Harrah's to abide by
covenants which, among other things, limit HOC's ability to pay dividends and
make other restricted payments, as defined, to Harrah's. The amount of HOC's
restricted net assets, as defined, computed in accordance with the most
restrictive of these covenants regarding restricted payments (other than for the
repurchase of Harrah's common stock) was approximately $732.4 million at
September 30, 1997. With respect to any payments by HOC to Harrah's for the
purpose of providing funds to Harrah's for the repurchase of its common stock,
the amount of HOC's restricted net assets under such covenant was approximately
$597.7 million at September 30, 1997. Harrah's principal asset is the stock of
HOC, a wholly-owned subsidiary which holds, directly and through subsidiaries,
the principal assets of Harrah's businesses. Given this ownership structure,
these restrictions should not impair Harrah's ability to conduct its business
through its subsidiaries, to pursue its development plans or to complete the
stock repurchase program.
PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT
- ----------------------------------------
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a "safe
harbor" for forward looking statements. Certain information included in this
Form 10-Q and other materials filed or to be filed by the Company with the
Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") (as well as information included in
oral statements or other written statements made or to be made by the Company)
contains statements that are forward looking. These include statements relating
to the following activities, among others: (A) operations and expansions of
existing properties, including future performance, anticipated scope and opening
dates of expansions, and exit plans with respect to certain properties; (B)
planned openings and development of Indian casinos that would be managed by the
Company; (C) the possible plan of reorganization and its various facets for New
Orleans; (D) implementation of the stock repurchase program and planned capital
expenditures for 1997; (E) the possible acquisition/construction of a second
property in Las Vegas, Nevada; and (F) the impact of the WINet and Gold Card
programs. These activities involve important factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward looking
statements made by or on behalf of the Company. These include, but are not
limited to, the following factors as well as other factors described from time
to time in the
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Company's reports filed with the SEC: construction factors, including zoning
issues, environmental restrictions, soil conditions, weather and other hazards,
site access matters and building permit issues; access to available and feasible
financing; regulatory and licensing approvals, third party consents and
approvals, and relations with partners, owners and other third parties; business
and economic conditions; litigation, judicial actions and political
uncertainties, including gaming legislation and taxation; and the effects of
competition including locations of competitors and operating and marketing
competition. Any forward looking statements are made pursuant to the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and, as such, speak only as of the date
made.
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PART II -OTHER INFORMATION
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Item 1. Legal Proceedings
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On September 26, 1995, Harrah's New Orleans Investment Company ("HNOIC"),
an indirect subsidiary of the Company, filed in the United States District Court
for the Eastern District of Louisiana a suit styled HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS
INVESTMENT COMPANY V. NEW ORLEANS LOUISIANA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, Civil No.
95-3166. At issue in the suit is the percentage of ownership that New
Orleans/Louisiana Development Corporation ("NOLDC") holds in Harrah's Jazz
Company ("HJC"), a Louisiana partnership whose general partners are HNOIC, NOLDC
and Grand Palais Casino, Inc. This declaratory judgment action seeks to confirm
that, as of September 26, 1995, NOLDC's percentage interest in the Harrah's Jazz
Company partnership was only 13.73% and, therefore, NOLDC is not a "Material
Partner" in HJC. This case was put on "administrative hold" after the filing by
NOLDC of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition on November 21, 1995. Should it be put
back on the active list, HNOIC or the appropriate post-bankruptcy entity would
vigorously prosecute it. At the time the case was put on "administrative hold,"
no discovery on the merits had been taken and no answer had been filed by NOLDC.
On September 28, 1995, NOLDC filed suit against the Company and various of
its corporate affiliates in NEW ORLEANS LOUISIANA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION V.
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, FORMERLY D/B/A THE PROMUS COMPANIES, HARRAH'S NEW
ORLEANS INVESTMENT COMPANY, HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS MANAGEMENT COMPANY, HARRAH'S
JAZZ COMPANY, AND PROMUS HOTELS, FORMERLY D/B/A EMBASSY SUITES, INC., Civil No.
95-14653, filed in the Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. The case
was subsequently removed by defendants to the United States District Court for
the Eastern District of Louisiana. In this suit, NOLDC seeks to realign
ownership interests in HJC among HNOIC and NOLDC. NOLDC also seeks an
unspecified dollar amount of damages sufficient to compensate it for the losses
it alleges it has suffered as a result of actions of defendants. NOLDC has
indicated that it intends to seek to remand the suit to the Civil District
Court. The case was also put on "administrative hold" by the District Court
Judge as a result of NOLDC's bankruptcy filing. The Company and other defendants
intend to vigorously defend the action should it be put back on the active case
list. At the time it was put on "administrative hold," no answer had been filed
by any defendant and no discovery had been taken.
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Beginning on November 28, 1995, eight separate class action suits were
filed against the Company and various of its corporate affiliates, officers and
directors in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of
Louisiana. They are BEN F. D'ANGELO, TRUSTEE FOR BEN F. D'ANGELO REVOCABLE TRUST
V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT CORP., MICHAEL D. ROSE, PHILIP G. SATRE AND RON
LENCZYCKI; MAX FENSTER V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS
INVESTMENT COMPANY, GRAND PALAIS CASINO, INC., PHILIP G. SATRE, COLIN V. REED,
MICHAEL N. REGAN, CHRISTOPHER B. HEMMETER, DONALDSON, LUFKIN & JENRETTE
SECURITIES CORPORATION, SALOMON BROTHERS, INC., AND BT SECURITIES CORP.; GOLDIE
ROSENBLOOM V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT CORP., MICHAEL D. ROSE, PHILIP G. SATRE AND
RON LENCZYCKI; BARRY ROSS V. HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS INVESTMENT COMPANY, PHILIP G.
SATRE, COLIN V. REED, LAWRENCE L. FOWLER, MICHAEL N. REGAN, CEZAR M. FROELICH,
ULRIC HAYNES, JR., WENDELL GAUTHIER, T. GEORGE SOLOMON, JR., DUPLAIN W. RHODES,
III, HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., DONALDSON, LUFKIN & JENRETTE SECURITIES
CORPORATION, SALOMON BROTHERS INC., AND BT SECURITIES CORP.; LOUIS SILVERMAN V.
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS INVESTMENT COMPANY, GRAND
PALAIS CASINO, INC., PHILIP G. SATRE, COLIN V. REED, MICHAEL N. REGAN,
CHRISTOPHER B. HEMMETER, AND DONALDSON, LUFKIN & JENRETTE SECURITIES
CORPORATION; FLORENCE KESSLER V. PHILIP G. SATRE, COLIN V. REED, CHARLES A.
LEDSINGER, JR., MICHAEL N. REGAN, LAWRENCE L. FOWLER, CHRISTOPHER B. HEMMETER,
CEZAR M. FROELICH, ULRIC HAYNES, JR., WENDELL H. GAUTHIER, T. GEORGE SOLOMON,
JR., DUPLAIN W. RHODES, III, DONALDSON, LUFKIN & JENRETTE SECURITIES
CORPORATION, SALOMON BROTHERS INC., AND BT SECURITIES CORPORATION; WARREN
ZEILLER AND JUDITH M.R. ZEILLER V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT CORP., MICHAEL D.
ROSE, PHILIP G. SATRE, AND RON LENCZYCKI; AND CHARLES ZWERVING AND HELENE
ZWERVING V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT CORP., PHILIP G. SATRE, COLIN V. REED,
CHRISTOPHER B. HEMMETER, AND DONALDSON, LUFKIN & JENRETTE SECURITIES
CORPORATION. Per Court Order of January 26, 1996, the above plaintiffs filed a
consolidated complaint in the action numbered 95-3925 IN RE HARRAH'S
ENTERTAINMENT, INC. SECURITIES LITIGATION. The consolidated complaint alleges
that various misstatements and omissions were made in connection with the sale
of Harrah's Jazz Company 14.25% First Mortgage Notes and thereafter, and seeks
unspecified damages, as well as costs of legal proceedings. On April 25, 1997,
the United States District Court preliminarily approved a settlement of this
matter, which settlement is contingent upon the consummation of a Plan of
Reorganization for HJC. A final fairness hearing was held on June 26, 1997. On
July 31, 1997, the Court ruled that the settlement was fair to class members.
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On December 6, 1995 Centex Landis, the general contractor for the permanent
casino being developed by HJC, filed suit against the Company, among others, in
the Civil District Court for The Parish of Orleans in CENTEX LANDIS CONSTRUCTION
CO., INC. V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC. FORMALLY D/B/A THE PROMUS COMPANIES,
INC.; AND RONALD A. LENCZYCKI, Civil No. 95-18101. Defendants removed the case
to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana and it
was subsequently transferred to the Bankruptcy Court handling the HJC
bankruptcy. A motion for remand is pending. This suit seeks to collect more than
$40 million allegedly owed to Centex Landis by HJC from the Company under
guarantee, fraud, fraudulent advertising and unfair trade practice theories. The
Company and the other defendant intend to vigorously defend the action and have
filed an answer denying all of plaintiff's allegations. No discovery has been
taken in the action.
RUSSELL M. SWODY, ET AL. V. HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS MANAGEMENT COMPANY AND
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., Civil No. 95-4118, was filed against the Company
on December 13, 1995 in the United States District Court for the Eastern
District of Louisiana, and subsequently amended. SWODY is a class action lawsuit
under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ("WARN Act") and
seeks damages for alleged failure to timely notify workers terminated by
Harrah's New Orleans Management Company at the time of the HJC bankruptcy.
Plaintiffs seek unspecified damages, as well as costs of legal proceedings, for
themselves and all members of the class. An answer has been filed denying all of
plaintiffs' allegations.
SWODY was consolidated with SUSAN N. POIRIER, DARLENE A. MOSS, ET AL. V.
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC., HARRAH'S NEW ORLEANS MANAGEMENT COMPANY, AND
HARRAH'S OPERATING Company, Civil No. 96-0215, which was filed in the United
States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on January 17, 1996,
and subsequently amended. POIRIER seeks not only damages under the WARN Act, but
also under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act ("ERISA") for the alleged
wrongful failure to provide severance to those terminated. Similar proofs of
claims were filed by Ms. Poirier in the Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern
District of Louisiana in the HJC, HNOIC and Harrah's Jazz Finance Corp.
bankruptcy cases.
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A settlement has been reached with the SWODY and POIRIER plaintiffs, which
calls for a payment to be made by HJC in exchange for the dismissal of all
actions, which settlement is contingent on the consummation of the Plan of
Reorganization for HJC. That settlement has already been determined to be fair
to all class members by the Bankruptcy Court.
On December 29, 1995 in the Civil District Court for The Parish of Orleans,
the City of New Orleans filed suit against the Company and others in CITY OF NEW
ORLEANS AND RIVERGATE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION V. HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
(F/K/A THE PROMUS COMPANIES, INC.), GRAND PALAIS CASINO, INC., EMBASSY SUITES,
INC., FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE AND RONALD A. LENCZYCKI, Civil No.
95-19285. This suit seeks to require the Company, among others, to complete
construction of the permanent casino being developed by HJC under theories of
breach of completion guarantee contract, breach of implied duty of good faith,
detrimental reliance, misrepresentation, and false advertising. Plaintiff seeks
unspecified damages, as well as costs of legal proceedings. Defendants have
removed the suit to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of
Louisiana and it was then transferred to the Bankruptcy Court handling the HJC
bankruptcy. A motion for remand is pending. The Company and the other defendants
have filed an answer denying all of plaintiffs' allegations and intend to
vigorously defend the action.
LOUISIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND GAMING CORPORATION V. HARRAH'S
ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND HARRAH'S OPERATING COMPANY, INC., Civil No. 424328, was
filed on January 23, 1996 in the Nineteenth Judicial Court of the State of
Louisiana, Parish of East Baton Rouge. On February 21, 1996, the Company and the
other defendants removed the case to the Federal District Court for the Middle
District of Louisiana and asked that it be transferred to the Bankruptcy Court
handling the HJC bankruptcy. The case has been transferred. A motion for
reconsideration has been filed by LEDGC. In this suit LEDGC seeks to require the
Company and Harrah's Operating Company to complete construction of the permanent
casino being developed by HJC under theories of breach of completion guarantee
contract, breach of implied duty of good faith, detrimental reliance,
misrepresentation and, in the alternative, seeks damages. The Company has filed
an answer and counterclaim against LEDGC. LEDGC has moved to have that
counterclaim dismissed and/or for summary judgment. No ruling has yet been made
by the court. The defendants intend to vigorously defend the action and
prosecute their counterclaim.
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Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K
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(a) Exhibits
*EX-10.1 Description of Amendments to Executive Deferred Compensation
Plan.
*EX-11 Computation of per share earnings.
*EX-27 Financial Data Schedule.
*Filed herewith.
No reports on Form 8-K were filed during the quarter ended September 30, 1997.
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Signature
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
November 13, 1997 BY: /s/ JUDY T. WORMSER
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Judy T. Wormser
Vice President and Controller
(Chief Accounting Officer)
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Exhibit Index
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Sequential
Exhibit No. Description Page No.
- ----------- ------------------------------- ----------
EX-10.1 Description of Amendments to Executive
Deferred Compensation Plan.
EX-11 Computation of per share earnings.
EX-27 Financial Data Schedule.
EXHIBIT 10.1
Description of Amendments to Executive
Deferred Compensation Plan
On February 24, 1997 and July 24, 1997, the Company's Executive Deferred
Compensation Plan was amended to approve payment of the applicable retirement
rates under the Plan to Shirley Young and James L. Barksdale, respectively, who
retired from the Board of Directors during 1997.
EXHIBIT 11
HARRAH'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
COMPUTATIONS OF PER SHARE EARNINGS
Third Quarter Ended Nine Months Ended
Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30,
1997 1996 1997 1996
(In thousands) ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Income before extraordinary loss $ 52,889,000 $ 42,350,000 $ 95,373,000 $103,737,000
Extraordinary loss, net - - (8,134,000) -
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Net income $ 52,889,000 $ 42,350,000 $ 87,239,000 $103,737,000
============ ============ ============ ============
Primary Earnings Per Share
Weighted average number of common
shares outstanding 100,038,685 102,762,954 100,793,711 102,688,120
Common stock equivalents
Additional shares based on
average market price for
period:
Restricted stock 152,580 38,327 55,551 48,527
Stock options 643,454 522,961 517,570 713,283
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Average number of primary common
and common equivalent shares
outstanding 100,834,719 103,324,242 101,366,832 103,449,930
============ ============ ============ ============
Primary earnings per common and
common equivalent share
Income before extraordinary
loss $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.94 $ 1.00
Extraordinary loss, net - - (0.08) -
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Net income $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.86 $ 1.00
============ ============ ============ ============
Fully Diluted Earnings Per Share
Average number of primary common
and common equivalent shares
outstanding 100,834,719 103,324,242 101,366,832 103,449,930
Additional shares based on
period-end price applicable
to:
Restricted stock 22,240 - 73,642 -
Stock options 205,983 - 331,867 -
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Average number of fully diluted
common and common equivalent
shares outstanding 101,062,942 103,324,242 101,772,341 103,449,930
============ ============ ============ ============
Fully diluted earnings per common
and common equivalent share
Income before extraordinary
loss $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.94 $ 1.00
Extraordinary loss, net - - (0.08) -
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------
Net income $ 0.52 $ 0.41 $ 0.86 $ 1.00
============ ============ ============ ============
5
1,000
9-MOS
DEC-31-1997
SEP-30-1997
99,782
0
46,476
11,394
12,486
194,997
2,158,358
655,612
2,033,431
229,935
918,064
0
0
10,095
727,282
2,033,431
0
1,221,240
0
1,034,001
0
13,000
57,901
162,086
60,978
95,373
0
8,134
0
87,239
0.86
0.86
