Oracle Corp’s robust restructuring plan leads to 157% increase in expenses in fiscal 2023

Oracle Corp, an American multinational computer technology corporation, has seen a significant increase in restructuring expenses in fiscal 2023 due to its commitment to improve operational efficiency. According to the company’s latest SEC filing, restructuring expenses in fiscal 2023 amounted to $490 million, a 157% increase from $191 million in fiscal 2022. The restructuring initiatives were primarily aimed at the development, marketing, selling, and delivery of Oracle’s cloud-based offerings.

2022 Restructuring Plan

The company has implemented the 2022 Restructuring Plan, which focuses on improving efficiencies in its operations. This plan involves employee severance costs, contract termination costs, and other exit costs to improve the company’s cost structure. Oracle expects to incur additional restructuring expenses in the future due to the initiation of new restructuring plans or changes in estimated costs associated with existing plans.

Increased Interest Expense

In addition to the restructuring expenses, Oracle also reported an increase in interest expense during fiscal 2023. Interest expense rose to $3,505 million, a 27% increase from $2,755 million in fiscal 2022. This increase was primarily due to higher average borrowings during fiscal 2023, resulting from borrowings pursuant to a $15.7 billion delayed draw term loan credit agreement, a $5.6 billion term loan credit agreement, the issuance of $12.3 billion of senior notes, and issuances of commercial paper notes.

Improved Operating Cash Flow

On the other hand, the company’s operating cash flow has improved. Net cash provided by operating activities increased by 80% to $17,165 million in fiscal 2023, compared to $9,539 million in fiscal 2022. These cash inflows are primarily due to higher net income and favorable working capital changes in fiscal 2023 relative to fiscal 2022.

Decrease in Non-Operating Expenses

Oracle’s non-operating expenses decreased during fiscal 2023, primarily due to higher interest income and lower foreign currency losses. Total non-operating expenses are down by 12% from $522 million in fiscal 2022 to $462 million in fiscal 2023.

Lower Provision for Income Taxes

Fiscal 2023 also saw a decrease in the provision for income taxes. The provision for income taxes dropped by 33% to $623 million, compared to $932 million in fiscal 2022. This decrease is mainly attributable to a net excess benefit of amortization of Cerner intangible assets, a favorable mix of earnings compared to fiscal 2022, and tax benefits related to stock-based compensation.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, Oracle Corporation is focused on further improving its operational efficiencies and cost structure. As the company continues to invest in the development and delivery of its second-generation cloud infrastructure and services, it may continue to experience changes to its financial position and results due to the ongoing execution of restructuring plans and other strategic initiatives. However, with its strong commitment to restructuring and focus on cloud-based offerings, Oracle is well-positioned for future growth and profitability.

Income Statement

Financials in millions USD. Fiscal year is June – May. source

Year 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 – 1992
0 Revenue 42440 40479 39068 39506 39383 37792 37047 38226 38275 37180 Upgrade
1 Revenue Growth (YoY) 4.84% 3.61% -1.11% 0.31% 4.21% 2.01% -3.08% -0.13% 2.95% 0.16% Upgrade
2 Cost of Revenue 8877 7855 7938 7995 8060 7452 7479 7532 7236 7379 Upgrade
3 Gross Profit 33563 32624 31130 31511 31323 30340 29568 30694 31039 29801 Upgrade
4 Selling, General & Admin 9364 8936 9275 9774 9715 9257 9039 8732 8605 8134 Upgrade
5 Research & Development 7219 6527 6067 6026 6084 6153 5787 5524 5151 4850 Upgrade
6 Other Operating Expenses 6054 1948 1892 2176 2260 2017 2138 2567 2524 2133 Upgrade
7 Operating Expenses 22637 17411 17234 17976 18059 17427 16964 16823 16280 15117 Upgrade
8 Operating Income 10926 15213 13896 13535 13264 12913 12604 13871 14759 14684 Upgrade
9 Interest Expense / Income 2755 2496 1995 2082 2025 1798 1467 1143 914 797 Upgrade
10 Other Expense / Income 522 -282 -162 -815 -1185 -565 -305 -106 141 -11 Upgrade
11 Pretax Income 7649 12999 12063 12268 12424 11680 11442 12834 13704 13898 Upgrade
12 Income Tax 932 -747 1928 1185 8837 2228 2541 2896 2749 2973 Upgrade
13 Net Income 6717 13746 10135 11083 3587 9452 8901 9938 10955 10925 Upgrade
14 Net Income Growth -51.13% 35.63% -8.55% 208.98% -62.05% 6.19% -10.43% -9.28% 0.27% 9.46% Upgrade
15 Shares Outstanding (Basic) 2700 2945 3211 3634 4121 4115 4221 4404 4528 4769 Upgrade
16 Shares Outstanding (Diluted) 2786 3022 3294 3732 4238 4217 4305 4503 4604 4844 Upgrade
17 Shares Change -7.81% -8.26% -11.74% -11.94% 0.50% -2.04% -4.40% -2.19% -4.95% -4.93% Upgrade
18 EPS (Basic) 2.49 4.67 3.16 3.05 0.87 2.30 2.11 2.26 2.42 2.29 Upgrade
19 EPS (Diluted) 2.41 4.55 3.08 2.97 0.85 2.24 2.07 2.21 2.38 2.26 Upgrade
20 EPS Growth -47.03% 47.73% 3.70% 249.41% -62.05% 8.21% -6.33% -7.14% 5.31% 15.31% Upgrade
21 Free Cash Flow Per Share 1.86 4.67 3.60 3.55 3.31 2.94 2.96 3.00 3.17 2.85 Upgrade
22 Dividend Per Share 1.280 1.040 0.960 0.810 0.760 0.640 0.600 0.510 0.480 0.300 Upgrade
23 Dividend Growth 23.08% 8.33% 18.52% 6.58% 18.75% 6.67% 17.65% 6.25% 60.00% 25.00% Upgrade
24 Gross Margin 79.08% 80.59% 79.68% 79.76% 79.53% 80.28% 79.81% 80.30% 81.09% 80.15% Upgrade
25 Operating Margin 25.74% 37.58% 35.57% 34.26% 33.68% 34.17% 34.02% 36.29% 38.56% 39.49% Upgrade
26 Profit Margin 15.83% 33.96% 25.94% 28.05% 9.11% 25.01% 24.03% 26.00% 28.62% 29.38% Upgrade
27 Free Cash Flow Margin 11.85% 33.97% 29.63% 32.63% 34.66% 32.03% 33.73% 34.50% 37.47% 36.51% Upgrade
28 Effective Tax Rate 12.18% -5.75% 15.98% 9.66% 71.13% 19.08% 22.21% 22.57% 20.06% 21.39% Upgrade
29 EBITDA 13526 18411 17026 17269 17234 15929 15418 16838 17526 17626 Upgrade
30 EBITDA Margin 31.87% 45.48% 43.58% 43.71% 43.76% 42.15% 41.62% 44.05% 45.79% 47.41% Upgrade
31 Depreciation & Amortization 3122 2916 2968 2919 2785 2451 2509 2861 2908 2931 Upgrade
32 EBIT 10404 15495 14058 14350 14449 13478 12909 13977 14618 14695 Upgrade
33 EBIT Margin 24.51% 38.28% 35.98% 36.32% 36.69% 35.66% 34.84% 36.56% 38.19% 39.52% Upgrade

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