10-Q 1 a51236143.htm CULP, INC. 10-Q

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended November 1, 2015
Commission File No. 1-12597
CULP, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

NORTH CAROLINA | 56-1001967
(State or other jurisdiction of | (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or other organization) |

1823 Eastchester Drive |
High Point, North Carolina | 27265-1402
(Address of principal executive offices) | (zip code)

(336) 889-5161
(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 the filing requirements for at least the past 90 days. x YES NO o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period after the registrant was required to submit and post such files). x YES NO o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See definitions of “accelerated filer, large accelerated filer, and smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one);

Large accelerated filer o | Accelerated filer x | Non-accelerated filer o
| Smaller Reporting Company o |

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). o YES NO x
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date:
Common shares outstanding at November 1, 2015: 12,350,265
Par Value: $0.05 per share

INDEX TO FORM 10-Q
For the period ended November 1, 2015

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Part I - Financial Statements
Item 1. Financial Statements: (Unaudited) |
| Consolidated Statements of Net Income — Three and Six Months Ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014 | I-1
| Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income — Three and Six Months Ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014 | I-2
| Consolidated Balance Sheets — November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015 | I-3
| Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows — Six Months Ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014 | I-4
| Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity | I-5
| Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | I-6
| Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Information | I-26
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | I-27
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | I-44
Item 4. Controls and Procedures | I-44
Part II - Other Information
Item 1. Legal Proceedings | II-1
Item 1A. Risk Factors | II-1
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | II-1
Item 6. Exhibits | II-2
Signatures | II-3

Item 1: Financial Statements

CULP, INC. |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET INCOME |
FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED NOVEMBER 1, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2014 |
UNAUDITED |
(Amounts in Thousands, Except for Per Share Data) |
|  | THREE MONTHS ENDED
|  | November 1, |  | November 2,
|  | 2015 |  | 2014
Net sales |  | $ | 76,956 |  |  |  | 73,991 |
Cost of sales |  |  | 61,223 |  |  |  | 61,713 |
Gross profit |  |  | 15,733 |  |  |  | 12,278 |
Selling, general and |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
administrative expenses |  |  | 9,433 |  |  |  | 7,379 |
Income from operations |  |  | 6,300 |  |  |  | 4,899 |
Interest income |  |  | (69 | ) |  |  | (153 | )
Other expense |  |  | 225 |  |  |  | 162 |
Income before income taxes |  |  | 6,144 |  |  |  | 4,890 |
Income taxes |  |  | 2,373 |  |  |  | 1,889 |
Net income |  | $ | 3,771 |  |  |  | 3,001 |
Net income per share, basic |  | $ | 0.31 |  |  |  | 0.25 |
Net income per share, diluted |  |  | 0.30 |  |  |  | 0.24 |
Average shares outstanding, basic |  |  | 12,343 |  |  |  | 12,218 |
Average shares outstanding, diluted |  |  | 12,484 |  |  |  | 12,401 |
|  | SIX MONTHS ENDED
|  |  | November 1, |  |  | November 2,
|  |  | 2015 |  |  | 2014
Net sales |  | $ | 157,141 |  |  |  | 150,051 |
Cost of sales |  |  | 125,206 |  |  |  | 125,058 |
Gross profit |  |  | 31,935 |  |  |  | 24,993 |
Selling, general and |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
administrative expenses |  |  | 18,175 |  |  |  | 14,798 |
Income from operations |  |  | 13,760 |  |  |  | 10,195 |
Interest expense |  |  | - |  |  |  | 67 |
Interest income |  |  | (112 | ) |  |  | (294 | )
Other expense |  |  | 320 |  |  |  | 73 |
Income before income taxes |  |  | 13,552 |  |  |  | 10,349 |
Income taxes |  |  | 5,081 |  |  |  | 4,003 |
Net income |  | $ | 8,471 |  |  |  | 6,346 |
Net income per share, basic |  | $ | 0.69 |  |  |  | 0.52 |
Net income per share, diluted |  |  | 0.68 |  |  |  | 0.51 |
Average shares outstanding, basic |  |  | 12,310 |  |  |  | 12,215 |
Average shares outstanding, diluted |  |  | 12,481 |  |  |  | 12,403 |

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
I-1

CULP, INC. |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME |
FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED NOVEMBER 1, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2014 |
(UNAUDITED) |
(AMOUNTS IN THOUSANDS) |
|  | THREE MONTHS ENDED
|  | November 1, |  | November 2,
|  | 2015 |  | 2014
Net income |  | $ | 3,771 |  |  | $ | 3,001 |
Other comprehensive income (loss) |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Unrealized holding losses on investments |  |  | (29 | ) |  |  | (18 | )
Reclassification adjustment for realized loss included in net income |  |  | 56 |  |  |  | - |
Total other comprehensive income (loss) |  |  | 27 |  |  |  | (18 | )
Comprehensive income |  | $ | 3,798 |  |  | $ | 2,983 |
|  | SIX MONTHS ENDED
|  |  | November 1, |  |  | November 2,
|  |  | 2015 |  |  | 2014
Net income |  | $ | 8,471 |  |  | $ | 6,346 |
Other comprehensive loss |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Unrealized holding losses on investments |  |  | (118 | ) |  |  | (28 | )
Reclassification adjustment for realized loss included in net income |  |  | 56 |  |  |  | - |
Total other comprehensive loss |  |  | (62 | ) |  |  | (28 | )
Comprehensive income |  | $ | 8,409 |  |  | $ | 6,318 |

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
I-2

CULP, INC. |
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS |
NOVEMBER 1, 2015, NOVEMBER 2, 2014, AND MAY 3, 2015 |
UNAUDITED |
(Amounts in Thousands) |
|  | November 1, |  | November 2, |  | * May 3,
|  | 2015 |  | 2014 |  | 2015
Current assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Cash and cash equivalents |  | $ | 31,176 |  |  |  | 28,953 |  |  |  | 29,725 |
Short-term investments |  |  | 6,320 |  |  |  | 6,318 |  |  |  | 10,004 |
Accounts receivable, net |  |  | 23,314 |  |  |  | 25,045 |  |  |  | 28,749 |
Inventories |  |  | 46,479 |  |  |  | 38,228 |  |  |  | 42,484 |
Deferred income taxes |  |  | 7,754 |  |  |  | 6,191 |  |  |  | 4,790 |
Income taxes receivable |  |  | 75 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 229 |
Other current assets |  |  | 2,614 |  |  |  | 2,303 |  |  |  | 2,440 |
Total current assets |  |  | 117,732 |  |  |  | 107,038 |  |  |  | 118,421 |
Property, plant and equipment, net |  |  | 38,319 |  |  |  | 33,204 |  |  |  | 36,078 |
Goodwill |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |
Deferred income taxes |  |  | 382 |  |  |  | 508 |  |  |  | 447 |
Long-term investments |  |  | 3,279 |  |  |  | 1,911 |  |  |  | 2,415 |
Other assets |  |  | 2,494 |  |  |  | 2,539 |  |  |  | 2,545 |
Total assets |  | $ | 173,668 |  |  |  | 156,662 |  |  |  | 171,368 |
Current liabilities: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Current maturities of long-term debt |  | $ | - |  |  |  | 2,200 |  |  |  | 2,200 |
Accounts payable-trade |  |  | 25,221 |  |  |  | 25,450 |  |  |  | 28,414 |
Accounts payable - capital expenditures |  |  | 1,269 |  |  |  | 178 |  |  |  | 990 |
Accrued expenses |  |  | 9,895 |  |  |  | 7,723 |  |  |  | 11,129 |
Income taxes payable - current |  |  | 305 |  |  |  | 268 |  |  |  | 325 |
Total current liabilities |  |  | 36,690 |  |  |  | 35,819 |  |  |  | 43,058 |
Income taxes payable - long-term |  |  | 3,655 |  |  |  | 3,980 |  |  |  | 3,792 |
Deferred income taxes |  |  | 5,927 |  |  |  | 1,395 |  |  |  | 1,050 |
Deferred compensation |  |  | 4,421 |  |  |  | 3,794 |  |  |  | 4,041 |
Total liabilities |  |  | 50,693 |  |  |  | 44,988 |  |  |  | 51,941 |
Commitments and Contingencies (Note 15) |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Shareholders' equity |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Preferred stock, $0.05 par value, authorized |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
10,000,000 |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |
Common stock, $0.05 par value, authorized |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
40,000,000 shares, issued and outstanding |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
12,350,265 at November 1, 2015; 12,218,521 |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
at November 2, 2014; and 12,219,121 at |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
May 3, 2015 |  |  | 618 |  |  |  | 611 |  |  |  | 611 |
Capital contributed in excess of par value |  |  | 44,708 |  |  |  | 42,658 |  |  |  | 43,159 |
Accumulated earnings |  |  | 77,806 |  |  |  | 68,493 |  |  |  | 75,752 |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss |  |  | (157 | ) |  |  | (88 | ) |  |  | (95 | )
Total shareholders' equity |  |  | 122,975 |  |  |  | 111,674 |  |  |  | 119,427 |
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity |  | $ | 173,668 |  |  |  | 156,662 |  |  |  | 171,368 |

* Derived from audited financial statements.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
I-3

CULP, INC. |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS |
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED NOVEMBER 1, 2015 AND NOVEMBER 2, 2014 |
UNAUDITED |
(Amounts in Thousands) |
|  | SIX MONTHS ENDED
|  | November 1, |  | November 2,
|  | 2015 |  | 2014
Cash flows from operating activities: |  |  |  |  |  |
Net income |  | $ | 8,471 |  |  |  | 6,346 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
provided by operating activities: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Depreciation |  |  | 3,184 |  |  |  | 2,812 |
Amortization of other assets |  |  | 86 |  |  |  | 94 |
Stock-based compensation |  |  | 1,339 |  |  |  | 291 |
Excess tax benefit related to stock-based compensation |  |  | (838 | ) |  |  | (108 | )
Deferred income taxes |  |  | 2,816 |  |  |  | 2,061 |
Gain on sale of equipment |  |  | (60 | ) |  |  | (35 | )
Realized loss on sale of short-term investments |  |  | 56 |  |  |  | - |
Foreign currency gains |  |  | (13 | ) |  |  | (171 | )
Changes in assets and liabilities: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Accounts receivable |  |  | 4,892 |  |  |  | 2,360 |
Inventories |  |  | (4,135 | ) |  |  | 2,467 |
Other current assets |  |  | (302 | ) |  |  | 34 |
Other assets |  |  | 8 |  |  |  | (36 | )
Accounts payable - trade |  |  | (2,921 | ) |  |  | (1,275 | )
Accrued expenses and deferred compensation |  |  | (1,547 | ) |  |  | (324 | )
Income taxes |  |  | 168 |  |  |  | 22 |
Net cash provided by operating activities |  |  | 11,204 |  |  |  | 14,538 |
Cash flows from investing activities: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Capital expenditures |  |  | (5,255 | ) |  |  | (5,087 | )
Proceeds from the sale of equipment |  |  | 225 |  |  |  | 391 |
Proceeds from the sale of life insurance policies |  |  | - |  |  |  | 320 |
Proceeds from the sale of short-term investments |  |  | 3,612 |  |  |  | 1,628 |
Purchase of short-term investments |  |  | (46 | ) |  |  | (1,675 | )
Purchase of long-term investments |  |  | (864 | ) |  |  | (1,146 | )
Net cash used in investing activities |  |  | (2,328 | ) |  |  | (5,569 | )
Cash flows from financing activities: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Payments on line of credt |  |  | - |  |  |  | (538 | )
Payments on long-term debt |  |  | (2,200 | ) |  |  | (2,200 | )
Repurchase of common stock |  |  | - |  |  |  | (745 | )
Dividends paid |  |  | (6,417 | ) |  |  | (6,113 | )
Payments on debt issuance costs |  |  | (43 | ) |  |  | - |
Proceeds from common stock issued |  |  | 126 |  |  |  | 89 |
Excess tax benefit related to stock-based compensation |  |  | 838 |  |  |  | 108 |
Net cash used in financing activities |  |  | (7,696 | ) |  |  | (9,399 | )
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents |  |  | 271 |  |  |  | 80 |
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |  |  | 1,451 |  |  |  | (350 | )
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |  |  | 29,725 |  |  |  | 29,303 |
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |  | $ | 31,176 |  |  |  | 28,953 |

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
I-4

CULP, INC. |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY |
UNAUDITED |
(Dollars in thousands, except share data) |
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Capital |  |  |  |  | Accumulated |  |
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | Contributed |  |  |  |  | Other |  | Total
|  | Common Stock |  | in Excess |  | Accumulated |  | Comprehensive |  | Shareholders’
|  | Shares |  | Amount |  | of Par Value |  | Earnings |  | Loss |  | Equity
Balance, April 27, 2014 |  |  | 12,250,030 |  |  | $ | 612 |  |  |  | 42,932 |  |  |  | 68,260 |  |  |  | (60 | ) |  | $ | 111,744 |
Net income |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 15,071 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 15,071 |
Stock-based compensation |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 786 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 786 |
Unrealized loss on investments |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (35 | ) |  |  | (35 | )
Excess tax benefit related to stock |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
based compensation |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 109 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 109 |
Common stock repurchased |  |  | (43,014 | ) |  |  | (2 | ) |  |  | (743 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (745 | )
Fully vested common stock award |  |  | 3,000 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |
Common stock issued in connection |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | . |  |  |  |  |
with exercise of stock options |  |  | 10,100 |  |  |  | 1 |  |  |  | 93 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 94 |
Common stock surrendered for |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
withholding taxes payable |  |  | (995 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | (18 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (18 | )
Dividends paid |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (7,579 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | (7,579 | )
Balance, May 3, 2015 * |  |  | 12,219,121 |  |  |  | 611 |  |  |  | 43,159 |  |  |  | 75,752 |  |  |  | (95 | ) |  |  | 119,427 |
Net income |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 8,471 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 8,471 |
Stock-based compensation |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 1,339 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 1,339 |
Unrealized loss on investments |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (62 | ) |  |  | (62 | )
Excess tax benefit related to stock |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
based compensation |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 838 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 838 |
Common stock issued in connection |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
with performance based units |  |  | 115,855 |  |  |  | 6 |  |  |  | (6 | ) |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | - |
Fully vested common stock award |  |  | 3,000 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |
Common stock issued in connection |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
with exercise of stock options |  |  | 38,500 |  |  |  | 2 |  |  |  | 124 |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 126 |
Common stock surrendered for |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
withholding taxes payable |  |  | (26,211 | ) |  |  | (1 | ) |  |  | (746 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (747 | )
Dividends paid |  |  | - |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | (6,417 | ) |  |  | - |  |  |  | (6,417 | )
Balance, November 1, 2015 |  |  | 12,350,265 |  |  | $ | 618 |  |  |  | 44,708 |  |  |  | 77,806 |  |  |  | (157 | ) |  | $ | 122,975 |

* Derived from audited financial statements.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
1. Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements of Culp, Inc. and subsidiaries (the “company”) include all adjustments, which are, in the opinion of management, necessary for fair presentation of the results of operations and financial position. All of these adjustments are of a normal recurring nature. Results of operations for interim periods may not be indicative of future results. The unaudited consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements, which are included in the company’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2015 for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2015.
The company’s six months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, represent 26 and 27 week periods, respectively.
2. Significant Accounting Policies
As of November 1, 2015, there were no changes in the nature of our significant accounting policies or the application of those policies from those reported in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year then ended May 3, 2015.
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements
None
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
In June 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) amended its authoritative guidance on accounting for certain share-based payment awards. The amended guidance requires that share-based compensation awards with terms of a performance target that affects vesting, and that could be achieved after the requisite service period, be treated as a performance condition. As such, the performance target should not be reflected in estimating the grant-date fair value of the award and compensation cost should be recognized in the period in which it becomes probable that the performance target will be achieved. The guidance will be effective in our fiscal 2017 first quarter. The guidance will permit an entity to apply the amendments in the update either (a) prospectively to all awards granted or modified after the effective date or (b) retrospectively to all awards with performance targets that are outstanding as of the beginning of the earliest annual period presented in the consolidated financial statements and to all new or modified awards thereafter. Currently, we do not have any share-based payment awards with terms of a performance target that affects vesting and could be achieved after the requisite service period. We are currently assessing the impact that this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, which amends ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. The amendments in this ASU are intended to enhance the comparability of revenue recognition practices and will be applied to all contracts with customers. Improved disclosures related to the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue that is recognized are requirements under the amended guidance. In April 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-24, Revenue from Contracts with Customers: Deferral of the Effective Date which proposed a deferral of the effective date by one year, and on July 7, 2015, the FASB decided to delay the effective date by one year. The deferral results in the new revenue standard being effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2017. We are therefore required to apply the new revenue guidance in our fiscal 2019 interim and annual financial statements. This ASU can be adopted either retrospectively or as a cumulative-effect adjustment as of the date of adoption. We are currently assessing the impact that this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-11, Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory, which changed the measurement principle for inventory from the lower of cost or market to lower of cost and net realizable value. This ASU is effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2016. We are therefore required to apply this guidance in our fiscal 2018 interim and annual financial statements. We are currently assessing the impact that this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
In November 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-17, Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes, to simplify the presentation of deferred income taxes on an entity’s classified balance sheet. Currently, entities that are required to issue a classified balance sheet present a net current and net noncurrent deferred tax asset or liability for each tax jurisdiction. The amendments in this ASU require entities to offset all deferred tax assets and liabilities for each tax jurisdiction and present a net deferred tax asset or liability as a single noncurrent amount. This amended guidance is effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2016. We are therefore required to apply this guidance in our fiscal 2018 interim and annual financial statements. Earlier application is permitted for all entities as of the beginning of an interim or annual reporting period. We are currently assessing the impact that this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
3. Stock-Based Compensation
Equity Incentive Plan Description
On September 16, 2015, our shareholders approved an equity incentive plan entitled the Culp, Inc. 2015 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2015 Plan”). The 2015 Plan is intended to update and replace our 2007 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2007 Plan”) as the vehicle for granting new equity based awards substantially similar to those authorized under the 2007 Plan. In general, the 2015 Plan authorizes the grant of stock options intended to qualify as incentive stock options, nonqualified stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, performance units, and other equity and cash related awards as determined by our Compensation Committee. An aggregate of 1,200,000 shares of common stock were authorized for issuance under the 2015 Plan, with certain sub-limits that would apply with respect to specific types of awards that may be issued as defined in the 2015 Plan. In connection with the approval of the 2015 Plan, no further awards will be granted under the 2007 Plan, but outstanding awards under the 2007 Plan will be settled in accordance with their terms.
Incentive Stock Option Awards
We did not grant any incentive stock option awards through the second quarter of fiscal 2016.
At November 1, 2015, options to purchase 99,600 shares of common stock were outstanding and exercisable, had a weighted average exercise price of $7.78 per share, and a weighted average contractual term of 2.0 years. At November 1, 2015, the aggregate intrinsic value for options outstanding and exercisable was $2.2 million.
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The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercised for the six months ending November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, was $1.0 million and $80,000, respectively.
At November 1, 2015, there were no unvested incentive stock option awards. Therefore, there was no unrecognized compensation cost related to incentive stock option awards at November 1, 2015.
No compensation expense was recorded on incentive stock options for the six months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, respectively.
Common Stock Awards
On October 1, 2015, we granted a total of 3,000 shares of common stock to our outside directors. These shares of common stock vest immediately and were measured at $31.77 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock at the date of grant.
On October 1, 2014, we granted a total of 3,000 shares of common stock to our outside directors. These shares of common stock vest immediately and were measured at $17.95 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock at the date of grant.
We recorded $95,000 and $54,000 of compensation expense within selling, general, and administrative expense for these common stock awards for the six months ending November 1, 2015, and November 2, 2014, respectively.
Time Vested Restricted Stock Awards
We did not grant any time vested restricted stock awards through the second quarter of fiscal 2016.
At November 1, 2015, there were no outstanding and unvested shares of time vested restricted stock. Therefore, there was no unrecognized compensation cost related to time vested restricted stock awards at November 1, 2015.
No compensation expense was recorded on time vested restricted stock awards for the six months ended November 1, 2015. We recorded $4,000 within selling, general, and administrative expense for time vested restricted stock awards for the six months ended November 2, 2014.
During the six month period ending November 2, 2014, 61,667 shares of time vested restricted stock vested and had a weighted average fair value of $257,000 or $4.17 per share.
Performance Based Restricted Stock Units
Fiscal 2016 Grant
On July 15, 2015, certain key members of management were granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 107,554 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreements. These awards were valued based on the fair market value on the date of grant. The fair value of these awards was $32.23 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock on the date of grant. The vesting of these awards is over the requisite service period of three years.
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On July 15, 2015, a non-employee was granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 10,364 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreement. The fair value of this award is measured at the earlier date of when the performance criteria are met or the end of the reporting period. At November 1, 2015, this grant was unvested and was measured at $30.01 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock at the end of the reporting period. The vesting of this award is over the requisite service period of three years.
Fiscal 2015 Grant
On June 24, 2014, certain key members of management were granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 102,845 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreements. These awards were valued based on the fair market value on the date of grant. The fair value of these awards was $17.70 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock on the date of grant. The vesting of these awards is over the requisite service period of three years.
On March 3, 2015, a non-employee was granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 28,000 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreements. The fair value of this award is measured at the earlier date of when the performance criteria are met or the end of the reporting period. At November 1, 2015, this grant was unvested and was measured at $30.01 per share, which represents the closing price of the company’s common stock at the end of the reporting period. The vesting of these awards is over the requisite service periods of 16 months and 28 months for performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 12,000 and 16,000 shares of common stock, respectively.
Fiscal 2014 Grant
On June 25, 2013, certain key members of management were granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 72,380 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreements. These awards were valued based on the fair market value on the date of grant. The fair value of these awards was $17.12 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock on the date of grant. The vesting of these awards is over the requisite service period of three years.
Fiscal 2013 Grant
On July 11, 2012, certain key members of management were granted performance based restricted stock units which could earn up to 120,000 shares of common stock if certain performance targets are met as defined in the related restricted stock unit agreements. These awards were valued based on the fair market value on the date of grant. The fair value of these awards was $10.21 per share, which represents the closing price of our common stock on the date of grant. The vesting of these awards is over the requisite service period of three years.
During the six month period ending November 1, 2015, 115,855 shares of common stock associated with our fiscal 2013 grant vested and had a weighted average fair value of $1.2 million or $10.21 per share. As of November 1, 2015, our fiscal 2013 grant was fully vested.
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Overall
We recorded compensation expense of $1.2 million and $233,000 within selling, general, and administrative expense for performance based restricted stock units for the six month periods ending November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, respectively. Compensation cost is recorded based on an assessment each reporting period of the probability if certain performance goals will be met during the vesting period. If performance goals are not probable of occurrence, no compensation cost will be recognized and any recognized compensation cost would be reversed.
As of November 1, 2015, the remaining unrecognized compensation cost related to the performance based restricted stock units was $4.9 million, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average vesting period of 2.3 years.
4. Accounts Receivable
A summary of accounts receivable follows:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Customers |  | $ | 25,045 |  |  | $ | 26,082 |  |  | $ | 30,338 |
Allowance for doubtful accounts |  |  | (826 | ) |  |  | (442 | ) |  |  | (851 | )
Reserve for returns and allowances and discounts |  |  | (905 | ) |  |  | (595 | ) |  |  | (738 | )
|  | $ | 23,314 |  |  | $ | 25,045 |  |  | $ | 28,749 |

A summary of the activity in the allowance for doubtful accounts follows:

|  | Six months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Beginning balance |  | $ | (851 | ) |  | $ | (573 | )
Provision for bad debts |  |  | (81 | ) |  |  | 57 |
Net write-offs, net of recoveries |  |  | 106 |  |  |  | 74 |
Ending balance |  | $ | (826 | ) |  | $ | (442 | )

A summary of the activity in the allowance for returns and allowances and discounts accounts follows:

|  | Six months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Beginning balance |  | $ | (738 | ) |  | $ | (479 | )
Provision for returns, allowances |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
and discounts |  |  | (1,561 | ) |  |  | (1,334 | )
Credits issued |  |  | 1,394 |  |  |  | 1,218 |
Ending balance |  | $ | (905 | ) |  | $ | (595 | )

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5. Inventories
Inventories are carried at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined using the FIFO (first-in, first-out) method.
A summary of inventories follows:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Raw materials |  | $ | 6,272 |  |  | $ | 5,657 |  |  | $ | 5,374 |
Work-in-process |  |  | 2,779 |  |  |  | 2,190 |  |  |  | 2,766 |
Finished goods |  |  | 37,428 |  |  |  | 30,381 |  |  |  | 34,344 |
|  | $ | 46,479 |  |  | $ | 38,228 |  |  | $ | 42,484 |

6. Other Assets
A summary of other assets follows:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Cash surrender value – life insurance |  | $ | 339 |  |  | $ | 320 |  |  | $ | 339 |
Non-compete agreement, net |  |  | 941 |  |  |  | 1,017 |  |  |  | 979 |
Customer relationships, net |  |  | 740 |  |  |  | 791 |  |  |  | 766 |
Other |  |  | 474 |  |  |  | 411 |  |  |  | 461 |
|  | $ | 2,494 |  |  | $ | 2,539 |  |  | $ | 2,545 |

Non-Compete Agreement
We recorded our non-compete agreement at its fair value based on a discounted cash flow valuation model. Our non-compete agreement is amortized on a straight-line basis over the fifteen year life of the respective agreement.
The gross carrying amount of our non-compete agreement was $2.0 million at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014 and May 3, 2015, respectively. At November 1, 2015 and May 3, 2015, accumulated amortization for our non-compete agreement was $1.1 million. At November 2, 2014 accumulated amortization for our non-compete agreement was $1.0 million.
Amortization expense for our non-compete agreement was $38,000 for the six month periods ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014. The remaining amortization expense for the next five fiscal years and thereafter follows: FY 2016 - $37,000; FY 2017 - $75,000; FY 2018- $75,000; FY 2019 - $75,000; FY 2020 - $75,000 and Thereafter - $604,000.
The weighted average amortization period for our non-compete agreement is 12.5 years as of November 1, 2015.
Customer Relationships
We recorded our customer relationships at their fair value based on a multi-period excess earnings valuation model. Our customer relationships are amortized on a straight-line basis over its seventeen year useful life.
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The gross carrying amount of our customer relationships was $868,000 at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively. Accumulated amortization for our customer relationships was $128,000, $77,000, and $102,000 at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively.
Amortization expense for our customer relationships was $26,000 for the six months ending November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014. The remaining amortization expense for the next five fiscal years and thereafter follows: FY 2016 - $25,000; FY 2017 - $51,000; FY 2018 - $51,000; FY 2019 - $51,000; FY 2020 - $51,000; and Thereafter - $511,000.
The weighted average amortization period for our customer relationships is 14.5 years as of November 1, 2015.
Cash Surrender Value – Life Insurance
At November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014 and May 3, 2015 we had one life insurance contract with a death benefit of $1.4 million.
Our cash surrender value – life insurance balances totaling $339,000, $320,000 and $339,000 at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively, are collectible upon death of the respective insured.
On May 16, 2014, we entered into an agreement with a former employee and his irrevocable trust (the “Trust”) dated September 7, 1995. As a result of this agreement, a previous split dollar life insurance agreement in which we purchased a policy on the life of this former employee and his spouse, in which we retained ownership of the policy, paid premiums to support the policy, had the right to receive cash surrender value of the policy upon the second to die of the former employee and his spouse, with the Trust receiving the remainder of the policy’s death benefit ($2.5 million), was terminated. In connection with the termination of the previous split dollar life insurance agreement, we transferred the life insurance policy to the Trust and received cash proceeds in the amount of the cash surrender value policy totaling $320,000 during the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
7. Accrued Expenses
A summary of accrued expenses follows:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Compensation, commissions and related benefits |  | $ | 6,657 |  |  | $ | 4,969 |  |  | $ | 9,081 |
Advertising rebates |  |  | 2,536 |  |  |  | 1,853 |  |  |  | 1,002 |
Interest |  |  | - |  |  |  | 38 |  |  |  | 37 |
Other accrued expenses |  |  | 702 |  |  |  | 863 |  |  |  | 1,009 |
|  | $ | 9,895 |  |  | $ | 7,723 |  |  | $ | 11,129 |

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8. Long-Term Debt and Lines of Credit
A summary of long-term debt follows:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Unsecured senior term notes |  | $ | - |  |  | $ | 2,200 |  |  | $ | 2,200 |
Current maturities of long-term debt |  |  | - |  |  |  | (2,200 | ) |  |  | (2,200 | )
Long-term debt, less current maturities |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
of long-term debt |  | $ | - |  |  | $ | - |  |  | $ | - |

Unsecured Senior Term Notes
We entered into a note agreement dated August 11, 2008 that provided for the issuance of $11.0 million of unsecured senior term notes with a fixed interest rate of 8.01% and a term of seven years. Principal payments of $2.2 million per year were due on the notes beginning August 11, 2011. Any principal pre-payments would have been assessed a penalty as defined in the agreement. The agreement contained customary financial and other covenants as defined in the agreement.
On August 11, 2015, we paid our last annual payment of $2.2 million and this agreement has been paid in full.
Revolving Credit Agreement – United States
As of May 3, 2015, we had an unsecured credit agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Wells Fargo”) that provided for an unsecured revolving loan commitment of $10.0 million to be used to finance working capital and general corporate purposes. Any borrowings that are outstanding under the credit agreement with Culp Europe noted below will decrease the $10.0 million available. Interest is charged at a rate (applicable interest rate of 1.69%, 1.76%, and 1.78% at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively) equal to the one-month LIBOR rate plus a spread based on our ratio of debt to EBITDA as defined in the agreement. The Credit Agreement contained customary financial and other covenants as defined in the agreement and was set to expire on August 31, 2015.
Effective July 10, 2015, we amended the Credit Agreement to extend the expiration date to August 31, 2017, and maintain an annual capital expenditure limit of $12 million.
At November 1, 2015 and May 3, 2015 there was a $250,000 outstanding letter of credit (all of which related to workers compensation). At November 2, 2014, there was a $195,000 outstanding letter of credit (all of which related to workers compensation). At November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, there were no borrowings outstanding under the Credit Agreement.
Revolving Credit Agreement – China
We have an unsecured credit agreement associated with our operations in China that provides for a line of credit of up to 40 million RMB (approximately $6.3 million USD at November 1, 2015), expiring on February 9, 2016. This agreement has an interest rate determined by the Chinese government. There were no borrowings outstanding under the agreement as of November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015.
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Revolving Credit Agreement – Europe
In connection with the Wells Fargo credit agreement noted above, any outstanding borrowings associated with Culp Europe would decrease the $10 million available under the credit agreement and incur interest at the EURO LIBOR plus 2%.
At November 1, 2015, no borrowings were outstanding under this agreement, as the outstanding balance was paid in full during the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
Overall
Our loan agreements require, among other things, that we maintain compliance with certain financial covenants. At November 1, 2015, the company was in compliance with these financial covenants.
The fair value of the company’s long-term debt is estimated by discounting the future cash flows at rates currently offered to the company for similar debt instruments of comparable maturities. At November 2, 2014, the carrying value of the company’s long-term debt was $2.2 million and the fair value was $2.3 million. At May 3, 2015, the carrying value of the company’s long-term debt was $2.2 million and the fair value was $2.3 million.
9. Fair Value of Financial Instruments
ASC Topic 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy that distinguishes between assumptions based on market data (observable inputs) and the company’s assumptions (unobservable inputs). Determining where an asset or liability falls within that hierarchy depends on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole. An adjustment to the pricing method used within either level 1 or level 2 inputs could generate a fair value measurement that effectively falls in a lower level in the hierarchy. The hierarchy consists of three broad levels as follows:
Level 1 – Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 – Inputs other than level 1 inputs that are either directly or indirectly observable, and
Level 3 – Unobservable inputs developed using the company’s estimates and assumptions, which reflect those that market participants would use.
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Recurring Basis
The following table presents information about assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis:

|  | Fair value measurements at November 1, 2015 using: |
|  | Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets |  |  | Significant other observable inputs |  |  | Significant unobservable inputs |  |  |  |
(amounts in thousands) |  | Level 1 |  |  | Level 2 |  |  | Level 3 |  |  | Total |
Assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Premier Money Market Fund |  | $ | 2,703 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  | $ | 2,703 |
Intermediate Term Bond Fund |  |  | 2,144 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,144 |
Low Duration Bond Fund |  |  | 2,098 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,098 |
Limited Term Bond Fund |  |  | 1,094 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 1,094 |
Strategic Income Fund |  |  | 984 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 984 |
Large Blend Fund |  |  | 279 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 279 |
Growth Allocation Fund |  |  | 125 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 125 |
Mid Cap Value Fund |  |  | 94 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 94 |
Other |  |  | 78 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 78 |

|  | Fair value measurements at November 2, 2014 using: |
|  | Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets |  |  | Significant other observable inputs |  |  | Significant unobservable inputs |  |  |  |
(amounts in thousands) |  | Level 1 |  |  | Level 2 |  |  | Level 3 |  |  | Total |
Assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Limited Term Bond Fund |  | $ | 2,576 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  | $ | 2,576 |
Low Duration Bond Fund |  |  | 2,081 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,081 |
Premier Money Market Fund |  |  | 1,818 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 1,818 |
Intermediate Term Bond Fund |  |  | 1,661 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 1,661 |
Other |  |  | 93 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 93 |

|  | Fair value measurements at May 3, 2015 using: |
|  | Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets |  |  | Significant other observable inputs |  |  | Significant unobservable inputs |  |  |  |
(amounts in thousands) |  | Level 1 |  |  | Level 2 |  |  | Level 3 |  |  | Total |
Assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Limited Term Bond Fund |  | $ | 3,107 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  | $ | 3,107 |
Premier Money Market Fund |  |  | 2,285 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,285 |
Intermediate Term Bond Fund |  |  | 2,181 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,181 |
Low Duration Bond Fund |  |  | 2,096 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 2,096 |
Strategic Income Fund |  |  | 1,008 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 1,008 |
Growth Allocation Fund |  |  | 85 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 85 |
Other |  |  | 45 |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | N/A |  |  |  | 45 |

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The determination of where an asset or liability falls in the hierarchy requires significant judgment. We evaluate our hierarchy disclosures each quarter based on various factors and it is possible that an asset or liability may be classified differently from quarter to quarter. However, we expect that changes in classifications between different levels will be rare.
Our short-term investments include short-term bond funds and deposit accounts that have a maturity of more than three months, are classified as available-for-sale, and their unrealized gains or losses are included in other comprehensive income (loss). Our short-term bond funds were recorded at their fair value of $6.3 million, $6.3 million and $10.0 million at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively. Our short-term bond funds had an accumulated unrealized loss totaling $171,000, $88,000, and $95,000 at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively. At November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, the fair value of our short-term bond funds approximated its cost basis.
Effective, January 1, 2014, we established a Rabbi Trust to set aside funds for participants of our deferred compensation plan (the “Plan”) and enable the participants to credit their contributions to various investment options of the Plan. The investments associated with the Rabbi Trust consist of a money market fund and various mutual funds that are classified as available for sale. Our long-term investments are recorded at its fair value of $3.3 million, $1.9 million, and $2.4 million at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively. Our long-term investments had an accumulated unrealized gain of $14,000 at November 1, 2015. At November 2, 2014 and May 3, 2015, our accumulated gains or losses regarding our long-term investments were immaterial. The fair value of our long-term investments approximates its cost basis.
The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other current assets, accounts payable, and accrued expenses approximates fair value because of the short maturity of these financial instruments.
10. Cash Flow Information
Interest and income taxes paid are as follows:

|  | Six months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Interest |  | $ | 86 |  |  | $ | 180 |
Net income tax payments, net |  |  | 2,088 |  |  |  | 1,943 |

Interest costs charged to operations and incurred on our long-term debt and lines of credit were $49,000 and $148,000 for the six months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, respectively.
Interest costs of $49,000 and $81,000 for the construction of qualifying fixed assets were capitalized and will be amortized over the related assets’ useful lives for the six months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, respectively.
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11. Net Income Per Share
Basic net income per share is computed using the weighted-average number of shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share uses the weighted-average number of shares outstanding during the period plus the dilutive effect of stock-based compensation calculated using the treasury stock method. Weighted average shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net income per share follows:

|  | Three months ended |
(amounts in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic |  |  | 12,343 |  |  |  | 12,218 |
Dilutive effect of stock-based compensation |  |  | 141 |  |  |  | 183 |
Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted |  |  | 12,484 |  |  |  | 12,401 |

All options to purchase shares of common stock were included in the computation of diluted net income for the three months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, as the exercise price of the options was less than the average market price of the common shares.

|  | Six months ended |
(amounts in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic |  |  | 12,310 |  |  |  | 12,215 |
Dilutive effect of stock-based compensation |  |  | 171 |  |  |  | 188 |
Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted |  |  | 12,481 |  |  |  | 12,403 |

All options to purchase shares of common stock were included in the computation of diluted net income for the six months ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, as the exercise price of the options was less than the average market price of the common shares.
12. Segment Information
Our operations are classified into two business segments: mattress fabrics and upholstery fabrics. The mattress fabrics segment manufactures, sources, and sells fabrics and mattress covers to bedding manufacturers. The upholstery fabrics segment sources, manufactures, and sells fabrics primarily to residential furniture manufacturers.
We evaluate the operating performance of our segments based upon income from operations before certain unallocated corporate expenses and other non-recurring items. Cost of sales in both segments include costs to manufacture or source our products, including costs such as raw material and finished goods purchases, direct and indirect labor, overhead and incoming freight charges. Unallocated corporate expenses primarily represent compensation and benefits for certain executive officers, all costs related to being a public company, and other miscellaneous expenses. Segment assets include assets used in the operations of each segment and primarily consist of accounts receivable, inventories, and property, plant and equipment. The mattress fabrics segment also includes in segment assets, goodwill, a non-compete agreement, and customer relationships associated with an acquisition.
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Financial information for the company’s operating segments follows:

|  | Three months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Net sales: |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 45,436 |  |  | $ | 43,038 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 31,520 |  |  |  | 30,953 |
|  | $ | 76,956 |  |  | $ | 73,991 |
Gross profit: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 9,456 |  |  | $ | 7,324 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 6,277 |  |  |  | 4,954 |
|  | $ | 15,733 |  |  | $ | 12,278 |
Selling, general, and administrative expenses: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 2,989 |  |  | $ | 2,592 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 3,813 |  |  |  | 3,285 |
Total segment selling, general, and |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
administrative expenses |  |  | 6,802 |  |  |  | 5,877 |
Unallocated corporate expenses |  |  | 2,631 |  |  |  | 1,502 |
|  | $ | 9,433 |  |  | $ | 7,379 |
Income from operations: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 6,467 |  |  | $ | 4,733 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 2,464 |  |  |  | 1,668 |
Total segment income from operations |  |  | 8,931 |  |  |  | 6,401 |
Unallocated corporate expenses |  |  | (2,631 | ) |  |  | (1,502 | )
Total income from operations |  |  | 6,300 |  |  |  | 4,899 |
Interest income |  |  | 69 |  |  |  | 153 |
Other expense |  |  | (225 | ) |  |  | (162 | )
Income before income taxes |  | $ | 6,144 |  |  | $ | 4,890 |

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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Financial information for the company’s operating segments follows:

|  | Six months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Net sales: |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 93,245 |  |  | $ | 85,860 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 63,896 |  |  |  | 64,191 |
|  | $ | 157,141 |  |  | $ | 150,051 |
Gross profit: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 19,381 |  |  | $ | 14,527 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 12,554 |  |  |  | 10,466 |
|  | $ | 31,935 |  |  | $ | 24,993 |
Selling, general, and administrative expenses: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 5,912 |  |  | $ | 5,166 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 7,409 |  |  |  | 6,737 |
Total segment selling, general, and |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
administrative expenses |  |  | 13,321 |  |  |  | 11,903 |
Unallocated corporate expenses |  |  | 4,854 |  |  |  | 2,895 |
|  | $ | 18,175 |  |  | $ | 14,798 |
Income from operations: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 13,468 |  |  | $ | 9,361 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 5,146 |  |  |  | 3,729 |
Total segment income from operations |  |  | 18,614 |  |  |  | 13,090 |
Unallocated corporate expenses |  |  | (4,854 | ) |  |  | (2,895 | )
Total income from operations |  |  | 13,760 |  |  |  | 10,195 |
Interest expense |  |  | - |  |  |  | (67 | )
Interest income |  |  | 112 |  |  |  | 294 |
Other expense |  |  | (320 | ) |  |  | (73 | )
Income before income taxes |  | $ | 13,552 |  |  | $ | 10,349 |

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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Balance sheet information for the company’s operating segments follow:

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  | May 3, 2015 |
Segment assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Current assets (1) |  | $ | 40,937 |  |  | $ | 35,406 |  |  | $ | 41,328 |
Non-compete agreement |  |  | 941 |  |  |  | 1,017 |  |  |  | 979 |
Customer relationships |  |  | 740 |  |  |  | 791 |  |  |  | 766 |
Goodwill |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |
Property, plant and equipment (2) |  |  | 36,050 |  |  |  | 30,938 |  |  |  | 33,773 |
Total mattress fabrics assets |  |  | 90,130 |  |  |  | 79,614 |  |  |  | 88,308 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Current assets (1) |  |  | 28,856 |  |  |  | 27,867 |  |  |  | 29,905 |
Property, plant and equipment (3) |  |  | 1,474 |  |  |  | 1,578 |  |  |  | 1,467 |
Total upholstery fabrics assets |  |  | 30,330 |  |  |  | 29,445 |  |  |  | 31,372 |
Total segment assets |  |  | 120,460 |  |  |  | 109,059 |  |  |  | 119,680 |
Non-segment assets: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Cash and cash equivalents |  |  | 31,176 |  |  |  | 28,953 |  |  |  | 29,725 |
Short-term investments |  |  | 6,320 |  |  |  | 6,318 |  |  |  | 10,004 |
Deferred income taxes |  |  | 8,136 |  |  |  | 6,699 |  |  |  | 5,237 |
Income taxes receivable |  |  | 75 |  |  |  | - |  |  |  | 229 |
Other current assets |  |  | 2,614 |  |  |  | 2,303 |  |  |  | 2,440 |
Property, plant and equipment (4) |  |  | 795 |  |  |  | 688 |  |  |  | 838 |
Long-term investments |  |  | 3,279 |  |  |  | 1,911 |  |  |  | 2,415 |
Other assets |  |  | 813 |  |  |  | 731 |  |  |  | 800 |
Total assets |  | $ | 173,668 |  |  | $ | 156,662 |  |  | $ | 171,368 |

|  | Six months ended |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  | November 2, 2014 |
Capital expenditures (5): |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 5,138 |  |  | $ | 4,692 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 254 |  |  |  | 258 |
Unallocated Corporate |  |  | 143 |  |  |  | 38 |
Total capital expenditures |  | $ | 5,535 |  |  | $ | 4,988 |
Depreciation expense: |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Mattress Fabrics |  | $ | 2,783 |  |  | $ | 2,448 |
Upholstery Fabrics |  |  | 401 |  |  |  | 364 |
Total depreciation expense |  | $ | 3,184 |  |  | $ | 2,812 |

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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)

(1) | Current assets represent accounts receivable and inventory for the respective segment.

(2) | The $36.1 million at November 1, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $23.3 million and $12.8 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively. The $30.9 million at November 2, 2014, represents property, plant, and equipment of $22.2 million and $8.7 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively. The $33.8 million at May 3, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $23.8 million and $10.0 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively.

(3) | The $1.5 million at November 1, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $785 and $689 located in the U.S. and China, respectively. The $1.6 million at November 2, 2014, represents property, plant, and equipment of $977 and $601 located in the U.S. and China, respectively. The $1.5 million at May 3, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $848 and $619 located in the U.S. and China, respectively.

(4) | The $795, $688, and $838 at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014 and May 3, 2015, respectively, represent property, plant, and equipment associated with unallocated corporate departments and corporate departments shared by both the mattress and upholstery fabric segments. Property, plant, and equipment associated with corporate are located in the U.S.

(5) | Capital expenditure amounts are stated on the accrual basis. See Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for capital expenditure amounts on a cash basis.

13. Income Taxes
Effective Income Tax Rate
We recorded income tax expense of $5.1 million, or 37.5% of income before income tax expense, for the six month period ended November 1, 2015, compared to income tax expense of $4.0 million or 38.7% of income before income tax expense, for the six month period ended November 2, 2014. Our effective income tax rates for the six month periods ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014, were based upon the estimated effective income tax rate applicable for the full year after giving effect to any significant items related specifically to interim periods. The effective income tax rate can be affected over the fiscal year by the mix and timing of actual earnings from our U.S. operations and foreign sources versus annual projections and changes in foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar.
The following schedule summarizes the principal differences between income tax expense at the federal income tax rate and the effective income tax rate reflected in the consolidated financial statements:

|  | 2016 |  | 2015
federal income tax rate |  |  | 34.0 | % |  |  | 34.0 | %
foreign tax rate differential |  |  | (4.9 | ) |  |  | (5.6 | )
undistributed earnings from foreign subsidiaries |  |  | 4.5 |  |  |  | 3.7 |
increase in liability for uncertain tax positions |  |  | 3.1 |  |  |  | 4.1 |
other |  |  | 0.8 |  |  |  | 2.5 |
|  |  | 37.5 | % |  |  | 38.7 | %

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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Deferred Income Taxes
Valuation Allowance
In accordance with ASC Topic 740, we evaluate our deferred income taxes to determine if a valuation allowance is required. ASC Topic 740 requires that companies assess whether a valuation allowance should be established based on the consideration of all available evidence using a “more likely than not” standard, with significant weight being given to evidence that can be objectively verified. Since the company operates in multiple jurisdictions, we assess the need for a valuation allowance on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis, taking into account the effects of local tax law. Based on our assessment at November 1, 2015, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $938,000, of which $561,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $377,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. Based on our assessment at November 2, 2014, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $1.1 million, of which $666,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $456,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. Based on our assessment at May 3, 2015, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $922,000, of which $561,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $361,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland.
No valuation allowance was recorded against our net deferred tax assets associated with our operations located in China and Canada at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively.
The recorded valuation allowance of $938,000 at November 1, 2015, has no effect on our operations, loan covenant compliance, or the possible realization of certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and our loss carryforwards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. If it is determined that it is more-likely-than-not that we will realize any of these deferred tax assets, an income tax benefit will be recognized at that time.
Undistributed Earnings
In accordance with ASC Topic 740, we assess whether the undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries will be reinvested indefinitely or eventually distributed to our U.S. parent company. ASC Topic 740 requires that a deferred tax liability should be recorded for undistributed earnings from foreign subsidiaries that will not be reinvested indefinitely. Based on our assessment as of November 1, 2015, it is our intention not to permanently invest our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries. Also, we assess the recognition of U.S. foreign income tax credits associated with foreign withholding and income tax payments and whether it is more-likely-than-not that our foreign income tax credits will not be realized. If it is determined that any foreign income tax credits need to be recognized or it is more-likely-than-not our foreign income tax credits will not be realized, an adjustment to our provision for income taxes will be recognized at that time.
At November 1, 2015, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $2.4 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $35.7 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $33.3 million. At November 2, 2014, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $2.2 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $30.6 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $28.4 million. At May 3, 2015, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $1.7 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $32.4 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $30.7 million.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
We had accumulated earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaling $93.2 million, $78.9 million, and $85.2 million at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively.
Overall
At November 1, 2015, the current deferred tax asset of $7.7 million represents $7.2 million and $516,000 from our operations located in the U.S. and China, respectively. At November 1, 2015, the non-current deferred tax asset of $382,000 pertains to our operations located in China. At November 1, 2015, the non-current deferred tax liability of $5.9 million represents $4.7 million and $1.2 million from our operations located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively.
At November 2, 2014, the current deferred tax asset of $6.2 million represents $5.8 million and $428,000 from our operations located in the U.S. and China, respectively. At November 2, 2014, the non-current deferred tax asset of $508,000 pertained to our operations located in China. At November 2, 2014, the non-current deferred tax liability of $1.4 million represented $886,000 and $509,000 from our operations located in Canada and the U.S., respectively.
At May 3, 2015, the current deferred tax asset of $4.8 million represents $4.4 million and $421,000 from our operations located in the U.S. and China, respectively. At May 3, 2015, the non-current deferred tax asset of $447,000 pertained to our operations located in China. At May 3, 2015, the non-current deferred tax liability of $1.1 million represents $896,000 and $154,000 from our operations located in Canada and the U.S., respectively.
Uncertainty In Income Taxes
At November 1, 2015, we had a $14.2 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $3.7 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods. At November 2, 2014, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $4.0 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods. At May 3, 2015, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $3.8 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods.
At November 1, 2015, we had a $14.2 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.5 million and $3.7 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. At November 2, 2014, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.1 million and $4.0 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. At May 3, 2015, we had $14.1 million of total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.3 million and $3.8 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
We estimate that the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits will increase by approximately $846,000 for fiscal 2016. This increase primarily relates to double taxation under applicable tax treaties with foreign tax jurisdictions.
14. Statutory Reserves
Our subsidiaries located in China are required to transfer 10% of their net income, as determined in accordance with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) accounting rules and regulations, to a statutory surplus reserve fund until such reserve balance reaches 50% of the company’s registered capital.
The transfer to this reserve must be made before distributions of any dividend to shareholders. As of November 1, 2015, the company’s statutory surplus reserve was $5.0 million, representing 10% of accumulated earnings and profits determined in accordance with PRC accounting rules and regulations. The surplus reserve fund is non-distributable other than during liquidation and can be used to fund previous years’ losses, if any, and may be utilized for business expansion or converted into share capital by issuing new shares to existing shareholders in proportion to their shareholding or by increasing the par value of the shares currently held by them provided that the remaining reserve balance after such issue is not less than 25% of the registered capital.
Our subsidiaries located in China can transfer funds to the parent company with the exception of the statutory surplus reserve of $5.0 million to assist with debt repayment, capital expenditures, and other expenses of the company’s business.
15. Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation
The company is involved in legal proceedings and claims which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. Management has determined that it is not reasonably possible that these actions, when ultimately concluded and settled, will have a material adverse effect upon the financial position, results of operations, or cash flows of the company.
Purchase Commitments
At November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, we had open purchase commitments to acquire equipment for our mattress fabrics segment totaling $1.9 million, $3.0 million, and $2.3 million, respectively.
16. Common Stock Repurchase Program
On February 25, 2014, we announced that our board of directors approved an authorization for us to acquire up to $5.0 million of our common stock. Under the common stock repurchase program, shares may be purchased from time to time in open market transactions, block trades, through plans established under the Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b5-1, or otherwise. The amount of shares purchased and the timing of such purchases will be based on working capital requirements, market and general business conditions, and other factors including alternative investment opportunities.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
During fiscal 2015, we purchased 43,014 shares of our common stock at a cost of $745,000, all of which were purchased in the first and second quarters. During the six months ended November 1, 2015, we did not purchase any shares of our common stock.
At November 1, 2015, we had $4.3 million available for additional repurchases of our common stock.
17. Dividend Program
On December 1, 2015, we announced that our board of directors approved a 17% increase in our quarterly cash dividend from $0.06 to $0.07 per share. This payment will be made on January 18, 2016 to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2016.
During the first half of fiscal 2016, dividend payments totaled $6.4 million, of which $5.0 million represented a special cash dividend of $0.40 per share, and $1.4 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.06 per share.
During the first half of fiscal 2015, dividend payments totaled $6.1 million, of which $4.9 million represented a special cash dividend payment in the first quarter of $0.40 per share, and $1.2 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.05 per share.
Future dividend payments are subject to board approval and may be adjusted at the board’s discretion as business needs or market conditions change.
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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
This report and the exhibits attached hereto contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934). Such statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties. Further, forward looking statements are intended to speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we disclaim any duty to update such statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that include projections, expectations or beliefs about future events or results or otherwise are not statements of historical fact. Such statements are often but not always characterized by qualifying words such as “expect,” “believe,” “estimate,” “plan” and “project” and their derivatives, and include but are not limited to statements about expectations for our future operations, production levels, sales, profit margins, profitability, operating income, capital expenditures, income taxes, SG&A or other expenses, pre-tax income, earnings, cash flow, and other performance or liquidity measures, as well as any statements regarding future economic or industry trends or future developments. Factors that could influence the matters discussed in such statements include the level of housing starts and sales of existing homes, consumer confidence, trends in disposable income, and general economic conditions. Decreases in these economic indicators could have a negative effect on our business and prospects. Likewise, increases in interest rates, particularly home mortgage rates, and increases in consumer debt or the general rate of inflation, could affect us adversely. Changes in consumer tastes or preferences toward products not produced by us could erode demand for our products. Changes in the value of the U.S. dollar versus other currencies can affect our financial results because a significant portion of our operations are located outside the United States. Strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other currencies could make our products less competitive on the basis of price in markets outside the United States, and strengthening of currencies in Canada and China can have a negative impact on our sales of products produced in those places. Also, economic and political instability in international areas could affect our operations or sources of goods in those areas, as well as demand for our products in international markets. Further information about these factors, as well as other factors that could affect our future operations or financial results and the matters discussed in forward-looking statements, is included in Item 1A “Risk Factors” section in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2015, for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2015.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following analysis of financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the Financial Statements and Notes and other exhibits included elsewhere in this report.
General
Our fiscal year is the 52 or 53 week period ending on the Sunday closest to April 30. The six months ended November 1, 2015, and November 2, 2014, represent 26 and 27 week periods, respectively. Our operations are classified into two business segments: mattress fabrics and upholstery fabrics. The mattress fabrics segment manufactures, sources and sells fabrics and mattress covers to bedding manufacturers. The upholstery fabrics segment sources, manufactures, and sells fabrics primarily to residential furniture manufacturers.
We evaluate the operating performance of our segments based upon income from operations before certain unallocated corporate expenses and other non-recurring items. Cost of sales in both segments include costs to manufacture or source our products, including raw material and finished goods purchases, direct and indirect labor, overhead and incoming freight charges. Unallocated corporate expenses represent primarily compensation and benefits for certain executive officers, all costs related to being a public company, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Executive Summary
Results of Operations

|  | Three Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Net sales |  | $ | 76,956 |  |  | $ | 73,991 |  |  |  | 4.0 | %
Gross profit |  |  | 15,733 |  |  |  | 12,278 |  |  |  | 28.1 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 20.4 | % |  |  | 16.6 | % |  |  | 22.9 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 9,433 |  |  |  | 7,379 |  |  |  | 27.8 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 6,300 |  |  |  | 4,899 |  |  |  | 28.6 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 8.2 | % |  |  | 6.6 | % |  |  | 24.2 | %
Income before income taxes |  |  | 6,144 |  |  |  | 4,890 |  |  |  | 25.6 | %
Income taxes |  |  | 2,373 |  |  |  | 1,889 |  |  |  | 25.6 | %
Net income |  |  | 3,771 |  |  |  | 3,001 |  |  |  | 25.7 | %

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|  | Six Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Net sales |  | $ | 157,141 |  |  | $ | 150,051 |  |  |  | 4.7 | %
Gross profit |  |  | 31,935 |  |  |  | 24,993 |  |  |  | 27.8 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 20.3 | % |  |  | 16.7 | % |  |  | 21.6 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 18,175 |  |  |  | 14,798 |  |  |  | 22.8 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 13,760 |  |  |  | 10,195 |  |  |  | 35.0 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 8.8 | % |  |  | 6.8 | % |  |  | 29.4 | %
Income before income taxes |  |  | 13,552 |  |  |  | 10,349 |  |  |  | 30.9 | %
Income taxes |  |  | 5,081 |  |  |  | 4,003 |  |  |  | 26.9 | %
Net income |  |  | 8,471 |  |  |  | 6,346 |  |  |  | 33.5 | %

Net Sales
Overall, our total net sales increased for the second quarter and first half of fiscal 2016 as compared with the same periods a year ago. We have continued to experience a favorable customer response to our designs and diverse product offering, as we have continued to focus on creativity, product innovation and customer service. This strategic focus has driven our sales performance in both our business segments, and we intend to follow this same strategy for the remainder of fiscal 2016. Importantly, our scalable and flexible manufacturing platform supports our ability to compete in a fashion-driven business that is always changing.
Income Before Income Taxes
The increase in income before income taxes primarily reflects the increases in net sales noted above and the significant improvement in our operating results for both business segments. We realized the benefits of our recent capital investments in our mattress fabrics business, with increased capacity via newer and more efficient equipment, enhanced finishing capabilities and better overall throughput. We also incurred lower raw material costs in both our business segments during fiscal 2016 compared with fiscal 2015. Partially offsetting the improvement in income before income taxes was the increase in SG&A expenses due primarily to higher incentive compensation expense reflecting stronger financial results in relation to pre-established performance targets and higher expenses related to the increase in net sales.
See the Segment Analysis section located in the Results of Operations for further details.
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Liquidity
At November 1, 2015, our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments totaled $37.5 million compared with $39.7 million at May 3, 2015. This decrease was primarily due to dividend payments of $6.4 million, capital expenditures primarily associated with our mattress fabric segment of $5.3 million, $2.2 million on payments of long-term debt, and $864,000 in long-term investment purchases associated with our Rabbi Trust that is partially funding our deferred compensation plan. This spending was partially offset by net cash provided by operating activities of $11.2 million.
Our net cash provided by operating activities was $11.2 million through the first two quarters of fiscal 2016, a decrease of $3.3 million compared with $14.5 million through the second quarter of fiscal 2015. This decrease reflects an increase in inventory purchases, as well as higher annual bonus payments made in fiscal 2016 compared with those made in fiscal 2015. This spending was partially offset by cash flow from earnings and improved cash collections from customers through the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
On August 11, 2015, we paid our last annual payment of $2.2 million on our unsecured senior term notes, and we currently do not have any long-term debt or balances due on our revolving credit lines.
Dividend Program
On December 1, 2015, we announced that our board of directors approved a 17% increase in our quarterly cash dividend from $0.06 to $0.07 per share. This payment will be made on January 18, 2016, to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2016.
During the first half of fiscal 2016, dividend payments totaled $6.4 million, of which $5.0 million represented a special cash dividend of $0.40 per share, and $1.4 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.06 per share.
During the first half of fiscal 2015, dividend payments totaled $6.1 million, of which $4.9 million represented a special cash dividend payment in the first quarter of $0.40 per share, and $1.2 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.05 per share.
Future dividend payments are subject to board approval and may be adjusted at the board’s discretion as business needs or market conditions change.
Common Stock Repurchase Program
On February 25, 2014, we announced that our board of directors approved an authorization for us to acquire up to $5.0 million of our common stock. Under the common stock repurchase program, shares may be purchased from time to time in open market transactions, block trades, through plans established under the Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b5-1, or otherwise. The amount of shares purchased and the timing of such purchases will be based on working capital requirements, market and general business conditions, and other factors including alternative investment opportunities.
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During fiscal 2015, we purchased 43,014 shares of our common stock at a cost of $745,000, all of which were purchased in the first and second quarters. During the six months ended November 1, 2015, we did not purchase any shares of our common stock.
At November 1, 2015, we had $4.3 million available for additional repurchases of our common stock.
Segment Analysis
Mattress Fabrics Segment

|  | Three Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Net sales |  | $ | 45,436 |  |  | $ | 43,038 |  |  |  | 5.6 | %
Gross profit |  |  | 9,456 |  |  |  | 7,324 |  |  |  | 29.1 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 20.8 | % |  |  | 17.0 | % |  |  | 22.4 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 2,989 |  |  |  | 2,592 |  |  |  | 15.3 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 6,467 |  |  |  | 4,733 |  |  |  | 36.6 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 14.2 | % |  |  | 11.0 | % |  |  | 29.1 | %

|  | Six Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Net sales |  | $ | 93,245 |  |  | $ | 85,860 |  |  |  | 8.6 | %
Gross profit |  |  | 19,381 |  |  |  | 14,527 |  |  |  | 33.4 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 20.8 | % |  |  | 16.9 | % |  |  | 23.1 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 5,912 |  |  |  | 5,166 |  |  |  | 14.4 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 13,468 |  |  |  | 9,361 |  |  |  | 43.9 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 14.4 | % |  |  | 10.9 | % |  |  | 32.1 | %

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Net Sales
Our mattress fabric net sales for the second quarter and the first half of fiscal 2016 increased compared with the same periods a year ago. Notably, during the second quarter we were able to increase our sales in what is typically a seasonal slowdown after the Labor Day holiday mattress promotional events. These results reflect our ability to execute our strategy with consistent results. Our strategic focus on design creativity has allowed us to offer an innovative and diverse product offering, including mattress fabrics and covers, across all price points. Our mirrored manufacturing platform, technical expertise, and expanded reactive capacity support our ability to deliver a diverse product mix in line with consumer demand.
Our mattress fabric net sales also were affected by increased customer pricing pressures and the fact that the first half of fiscal 2016 contained one less week compared with the same period a year ago.
Gross Profit and Operating Income
Our mattress fabric gross profit and operating income increased in the second quarter and first half of fiscal 2016 compared with the same periods a year ago. These results reflect the increase in net sales noted above and the benefits of our recent capital investments, including increased production capacity via newer and more efficient equipment, enhanced finishing capabilities, and improved overall efficiency and throughput. We also experienced lower raw material costs in the first half of fiscal 2016 compared with the same periods a year ago.
We have almost completed the installation of new equipment and other technological improvements at our facility located in Canada. This will increase our production capacity and operating efficiency at this location.
Partially offsetting the improvement in operating income was an increase in SG&A expenses, due primarily to higher incentive compensation expense reflecting stronger financial results in relation to pre-established performance targets and higher expenses related to the increase in net sales.
Segment assets
Segment assets consist of accounts receivable, inventory, property, plant and equipment, goodwill, a non-compete agreement and customer relationships associated with an acquisition.

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | May 3, 2015
Accounts receivable and inventory |  | $ | 40,937 |  |  | $ | 35,406 |  |  | $ | 41,328 |
Property, plant & equipment |  |  | 36,050 |  |  |  | 30,938 |  |  |  | 33,773 |
Goodwill |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |  |  |  | 11,462 |
Non-compete agreement |  |  | 941 |  |  |  | 1,017 |  |  |  | 979 |
Customer Relationships |  |  | 740 |  |  |  | 791 |  |  |  | 766 |

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Accounts Receivable & Inventory
As of November 1, 2015, accounts receivable and inventory increased $5.5 million or 16%, compared with November 2, 2014, and related to the increase in inventory. This increase is primarily due to higher in net sales, customers requiring us to hold higher inventory levels of key products, and higher inventory purchases with certain vendors to take advantage of purchase discounts.
As of November 1, 2015, accounts receivable and inventory were comparable to May 3, 2015. However, inventory increased $3.1 million as described above. The increase in inventory was offset by a decrease in accounts receivable of $3.5 million due to improved cash collections in the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015.
Property, Plant & Equipment
The $36.1 million at November 1, 2015, represents property, plant and equipment of $23.3 million and $12.8 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively. The $30.9 million at November 2, 2014, represents property, plant, and equipment of $22.2 million and $8.7 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively. The $33.8 million at May 3, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $23.8 million and $10.0 million located in the U.S. and Canada, respectively.
As of November 1, 2015, property, plant, and equipment increased $5.1 million, or 17% compared with November 2, 2014. This increase is primarily due to the capital investments noted above, partially offset by depreciation expense.
As of November 1, 2015, property, plant, and equipment increased $2.3 million, or 7%, compared with May 3, 2015. This increase is due to capital expenditures of $5.1 million that primarily relate to the purchases and installation of machinery and equipment associated with our operation located in Canada, partially offset by depreciation expense of $2.8 million in the first half fiscal 2016.
Upholstery Fabrics Segment
Net Sales

|  | Three Months Ended |  |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  |  |  | % Change
Non U.S. Produced |  | $ | 28,568 |  |  |  | 91 | % |  | $ | 28,563 |  |  |  | 92 | % |  |  | 0.0 | %
U.S. Produced |  |  | 2,952 |  |  |  | 9 | % |  |  | 2,390 |  |  |  | 8 | % |  |  | 23.5 | %
Total |  | $ | 31,520 |  |  |  | 100 | % |  | $ | 30,953 |  |  |  | 100 | % |  |  | 1.8 | %

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|  | Six Months Ended |  |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  |  |  |  | November 2, 2014 |  |  |  |  | % Change
Non U.S. Produced |  | $ | 58,522 |  |  |  | 92 | % |  | $ | 59,019 |  |  |  | 92 | % |  |  | (0.8 | )%
U.S. Produced |  |  | 5,374 |  |  |  | 8 | % |  |  | 5,172 |  |  |  | 8 | % |  |  | 3.9 | %
Total |  | $ | 63,896 |  |  |  | 100 | % |  | $ | 64,191 |  |  |  | 100 | % |  |  | (0.5 | )%

Our net sales reflect the continued execution of our product-driven strategy that focuses on design and product innovation. This strategy has allowed us to offer a diverse range of products that meet changing market trends and style preferences. As a result, we have extended our market reach to a more diverse customer base, enhanced our product mix with favorable results, and increased our net sales with the hospitality and lifestyle retail markets.
Our 100% owned China platform supports our marketing efforts with the manufacturing flexibility to adapt to changing furniture market trends and consumer style preferences. This platform has allowed us to more effectively reach new customers, with the ability to offer a diverse product mix of fabric styles and price points.
Our upholstery fabric net sales were affected by the fact that the first half of fiscal 2016 contained one less week compared with the same period a year ago, and the closure of our finished goods warehouse and distribution facility located in Poznan, Poland, in the third quarter of fiscal 2015.
Gross Profit, Selling, General & Administrative Expenses, and Operating Income

|  | Three Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Gross profit |  | $ | 6,277 |  |  | $ | 4,954 |  |  |  | 26.7 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 19.9 | % |  |  | 16.0 | % |  |  | 24.4 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 3,813 |  |  |  | 3,285 |  |  |  | 16.1 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 2,464 |  |  |  | 1,668 |  |  |  | 47.7 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 7.8 | % |  |  | 5.4 | % |  |  | 44.4 | %

|  | Six Months Ended |  |  |
(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | % Change
Gross profit |  | $ | 12,554 |  |  | $ | 10,466 |  |  |  | 20.0 | %
Gross profit margin |  |  | 19.6 | % |  |  | 16.3 | % |  |  | 20.2 | %
SG&A expenses |  |  | 7.409 |  |  |  | 6,737 |  |  |  | 10.0 | %
Income from operations |  |  | 5,146 |  |  |  | 3,729 |  |  |  | 38.0 | %
Operating margin |  |  | 8.1 | % |  |  | 5.8 | % |  |  | 39.7 | %

The increase in gross profit and income from operations reflected our enhanced product mix noted above and a more stable cost environment in China. Also, we incurred non-recurring charges approximating $200,000 during the second quarter of fiscal 2015 that related to the closure of our Culp Europe operation, and no corresponding charge was recorded during fiscal 2016. Partially offsetting the improvement in income from operations was an increase in SG&A expenses due primarily to higher incentive compensation expense reflecting stronger financial results in relation to pre-established performance targets.
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Culp Europe
As previously announced at the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2015, we closed our finished goods warehouse and distribution facility located in Poznan, Poland, primarily as a result of ongoing economic weakness in Europe. We remain very interested in developing business in Europe, and we are assessing the best strategy for selling upholstery fabric into this market as business conditions improve.
Segment Assets
Segment assets consist of accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant, and equipment.

(dollars in thousands) |  | November 1, 2015 |  | November 2, 2014 |  | May 3, 2015
Accounts receivable and inventory |  | $ | 28,856 |  |  | $ | 27,867 |  |  | $ | 29,905 |
Property, plant & equipment |  |  | 1,474 |  |  |  | 1,578 |  |  |  | 1,467 |

Accounts Receivable & Inventory
As of November 1, 2015, accounts receivable and inventory for this segment increased $1.0 million or 4% compared with November 2, 2014. Inventory increased $2.8 million as a result of holding higher inventory levels due in part to better service our customers. The increase in this segment’s inventory was partially offset by a decrease in accounts receivable of $1.8 million primarily due to improved cash collections in the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
As of November 1, 2015, accounts receivable and inventory decreased $1.0 million or 4% compared with May 3, 2015. This decrease can be attributed to a decrease of $2.0 million in accounts receivable resulting from improved cash collections in the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with the second quarter of fiscal 2015. The decrease in accounts receivable was partially offset by an increase in inventory of $1.0 million as a result of holding higher inventory levels due in part to better service our customers.
Property, Plant & Equipment
The $1.5 million at November 1, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $785,000 and $689,000 located in the U.S. and China, respectively. The $1.6 million at November 2, 2014, represents property, plant, and equipment of $977,000 and $601,000 located in the U.S. and China, respectively. The $1.5 million at May 3, 2015, represents property, plant, and equipment of $848,000 and $619,000 located in the U.S. and China, respectively.
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Other Income Statement Categories
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
SG&A expenses for the company as a whole were $9.4 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with $7.4 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2015. As a percent of net sales, SG&A expenses were 12.3% in the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with 10.0% in the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
SG&A expenses for the company as a whole were $18.2 million for the first six months of fiscal 2016 compared with $14.8 million for the first six months of fiscal 2015. As a percent of net sales, SG&A expenses were 11.6% for the first six months of fiscal 2016 compared with 9.9% for the first six months of fiscal 2015.
This trend is primarily due to higher incentive compensation expense reflecting stronger financial results in relation to pre-established performance targets and higher expenses related to the increase in net sales.
Interest Expense
No interest expense was recorded for the first six months of fiscal 2016 and $67,000 was recorded for the first six months of fiscal 2015.
This trend primarily reflects lower outstanding balances of long-term debt and interest costs that were capitalized in connection with our capital investments associated with our mattress fabrics segment. Interest costs charged to operations and incurred on our long-term debt and lines of credit were $49,000 and $148,000 for the first six months of fiscal 2016 and 2015, respectively. Interest costs charged to operations were reduced by $49,000 and $81,000 for capitalized interest costs for the first half of fiscal 2016 and 2015, respectively. These capitalized interest costs will be amortized over the related assets’ useful lives.
Interest Income
Interest income was $69,000 for the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with $153,000 for the second quarter of fiscal 2015. Interest income was $112,000 for the first half of fiscal 2016 compared with $294,000 for the first half of fiscal 2015.
These decreases reflect higher cash and cash equivalent and short-term investment balances held in U.S. dollar denominated account balances during fiscal 2016 compared with fiscal 2015. Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investment balances held in U.S. dollar denominated account balances earn lower interest rates as compared to investment balances denominated in the local currency of our foreign subsidiaries. During fiscal 2015, we implemented a strategy of substantially reducing the amount of cash we hold in Chinese Renminbi. Although this action has resulted in lower interest income as compared to last year, the strategy has mitigated our foreign currency exchange rate exposure in China. See discussion in “Other Expense” below.
Other Expense
Other expense was $225,000 for the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with $162,000 during the second quarter of fiscal 2015. The increase in other expense was primarily due to a realized loss of $56,000 associated with a sale of short-term investments in the second quarter of fiscal 2016. No corresponding charge was recorded in the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
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Other expense was $320,000 for the first half of fiscal 2016 compared with $73,000 for the first half of fiscal 2015.
The above year-to-date trend is primarily due to less favorable foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations in relation to the U.S. dollar regarding our operations located in China in fiscal 2016 compared with fiscal 2015 and our strategy of transferring the amount of cash held in Chinese Yuan Renminbi to U.S. dollars noted above. Our operations located in China reported a foreign exchange loss of $5,000 for the first six months of fiscal 2016 compared with a foreign exchange gain of $205,000 for the same period a year ago.
We mitigate the effects of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations associated with our subsidiaries domiciled in Canada and China through maintenance of a natural hedge by keeping a balance of assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies other than the U.S. dollar. Although we will continue to try and maintain this natural hedge, there is no assurance that we will be able to continue to do so in future reporting periods.
Income Taxes
Effective Income Tax Rate
We recorded income tax expense of $5.1 million, or 37.5% of income before income tax expense, for the six month period ended November 1, 2015, compared to income tax expense of $4.0 million, or 38.7% of income before income tax expense, for the six month period ended November 2, 2014. Our effective income tax rates for the six month periods ended November 1, 2015 and November 2, 2014 were based upon the estimated effective income tax rate applicable for the full year after giving effect to any significant items related specifically to interim periods. The effective income tax rate can be affected over the fiscal year by the mix and timing of actual earnings from our U.S. operations and foreign sources versus annual projections and changes in foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar.
The following schedule summarizes the principal differences between income tax expense at the federal income tax rate and the effective income tax rate reflected in the consolidated financial statements:

|  | 2016 |  | 2015
federal income tax rate |  |  | 34.0 | % |  |  | 34.0 | %
foreign tax rate differential |  |  | (4.9 | ) |  |  | (5.6 | )
undistributed earnings from foreign subsidiaries |  |  | 4.5 |  |  |  | 3.7 |
increase in liability for uncertain tax positions |  |  | 3.1 |  |  |  | 4.1 |
other |  |  | 0.8 |  |  |  | 2.5 |
|  |  | 37.5 | % |  |  | 38.7 | %

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Valuation Allowance
In accordance with ASC Topic 740, we evaluate our deferred income taxes to determine if a valuation allowance is required. ASC Topic 740 requires that companies assess whether a valuation allowance should be established based on the consideration of all available evidence using a “more likely than not” standard, with significant weight being given to evidence that can be objectively verified. Since the company operates in multiple jurisdictions, we assess the need for a valuation allowance on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis, taking into account the effects of local tax law. Based on our assessment at November 1, 2015, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $938,000, of which $561,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $377,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. Based on our assessment at November 2, 2014, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $1.1 million, of which $666,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $456,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. Based on our assessment at May 3, 2015, we recorded a partial valuation allowance of $922,000, of which $561,000 pertained to certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and $361,000 pertained to loss carryfowards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland.
No valuation allowance was recorded against our net deferred tax assets associated with our operations located in China and Canada at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively.
The recorded valuation allowance of $938,000 at November 1, 2015, has no effect on our operations, loan covenant compliance, or the possible realization of certain U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards and credits and our loss carryforwards associated with our Culp Europe operation located in Poland. If it is determined that it is more-likely-than-not that we will realize any of these deferred tax assets, an income tax benefit will be recognized at that time.
Undistributed Earnings
In accordance with ASC Topic 740, we assess whether the undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries will be reinvested indefinitely or eventually distributed to our U.S. parent company. ASC Topic 740 requires that a deferred tax liability should be recorded for undistributed earnings from foreign subsidiaries that will not be reinvested indefinitely. Based on our assessment as of November 1, 2015, it is our intention not to permanently invest our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries. Also, we assess the recognition of U.S. foreign income tax credits associated with foreign withholding and income tax payments and whether it is more-likely-than-not that our foreign income tax credits will not be realized. If it is determined that any foreign income tax credits need to be recognized or it is more-likely-than-not our foreign income tax credits will not be realized, an adjustment to our provision for income taxes will be recognized at that time.
At November 1, 2015, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $2.4 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $35.7 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $33.3 million. At November 2, 2014, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $2.2 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $30.6 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $28.4 million. At May 3, 2015, the net deferred tax liability associated with our undistributed earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaled $1.7 million, which included U.S. income and foreign withholding taxes totaling $32.4 million, offset by U.S. foreign income tax credits of $30.7 million.
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We had accumulated earnings from our foreign subsidiaries totaling $93.2 million, $78.9 million, and $85.2 million at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively.
Uncertainty In Income Taxes
At November 1, 2015, we had a $14.2 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $3.7 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods. At November 2, 2014, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $4.0 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods. At May 3, 2015, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $3.8 million represents the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would favorably affect the income tax rate in future periods.
At November 1, 2015, we had a $14.2 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.5 million and $3.7 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. At November 2, 2014, we had a $14.1 million total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.1 million and $4.0 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. At May 3, 2015, we had $14.1 million of total gross unrecognized tax benefit, of which $10.3 million and $3.8 million were classified as net non-current deferred income taxes and income taxes payable – long-term, respectively, in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
We estimate that the amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits will increase by approximately $846,000 for fiscal 2016. This increase primarily relates to double taxation under applicable tax treaties with foreign tax jurisdictions.
Income Taxes Paid
We reported income tax expense of $5.1 million and $4.0 million in the first half of fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015, respectively. Currently, we are not paying income taxes in the United States, nor do we expect to for a few more years, due to our loss carryforwards that totaled $32.2 million as of May 3, 2015. As a result, we had income tax payments of $2.1 million and $2.0 million in the first half of 2016 and fiscal 2015, respectively. Our income tax payments are associated with our subsidiaries located in China and Canada.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Liquidity
Currently, our sources of liquidity include cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, cash flow from operations, and amounts available under our unsecured revolving credit lines. These sources have been adequate for day-to-day operations, capital expenditures, debt payments, common stock repurchases, and dividend payments. We believe our present cash and cash equivalents and short-term investment balance of $37.5 million at November 1, 2015, cash flow from operations, and the current availability under our unsecured revolving credit lines will be sufficient to fund our foreseeable business needs and contractual obligations.
On August 11, 2015, we paid our last annual payment of $2.2 million on our unsecured senior term notes, and we currently do not have any long-term debt or balances due on our revolving credit lines.
We currently hold cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments in foreign jurisdictions to support the operational requirements of our foreign operations located in Canada and China and for U.S. and foreign income tax planning purposes.
A summary of our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments by geographic area follows:

|  | November 1, |  |  | May 3, |
(dollars in thousands) |  | 2015 |  |  | 2015 |
China |  | $ | 18,690 |  |  |  | 14,630 |
Canada |  |  | 8,856 |  |  |  | 12,511 |
Cayman Islands |  |  | 8,591 |  |  |  | 8,591 |
United States |  |  | 1,359 |  |  |  | 3,977 |
Poland |  |  | - |  |  |  | 20 |
|  | $ | 37,496 |  |  |  | 39,729 |

As of the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2016, our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments decreased from $39.7 million at May 3, 2015. This decrease was primarily due to dividend payments of $6.4 million, capital expenditures primarily associated with our mattress fabric segment of $5.3 million, $2.2 million on payments of long-term debt, and $864,000 in long-term investment purchases associated with our Rabbi Trust that is partially funding our deferred compensation plan. This spending was partially offset by net cash provided by operating activities of $11.2 million.
Our net cash provided by operating activities was $11.2 million through the first two quarters of fiscal 2016, a decrease of $3.3 million compared with $14.5 million through the first two quarters of fiscal 2015. This decrease reflects an increase in inventory purchases, as well as higher annual bonus payments made in fiscal 2016 compared with those made in fiscal 2015. This spending was partially offset by cash flow from earnings and improved cash collections from customers in fiscal 2016 compared with fiscal 2015.
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Our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investment balance may be adversely affected by factors beyond our control, such as weakening industry demand and delays in receipt of payment on accounts receivable.
Dividend Program
On December 1, 2015, we announced that our board of directors approved a 17% increase in our quarterly cash dividend from $0.06 to $0.07 per share. This payment will be made on January 18, 2016 to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2016.
During the first half of fiscal 2016, dividend payments totaled $6.4 million, of which $5.0 million represented a special cash dividend of $0.40 per share, and $1.4 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.06 per share.
During the first half of fiscal 2015, dividend payments totaled $6.1 million, of which $4.9 million represented a special cash dividend payment in the first quarter of $0.40 per share, and $1.2 million represented first and second quarter dividend payments of $0.05 per share.
Future dividend payments are subject to board approval and may be adjusted at the board’s discretion as business needs or market conditions change.
Common Stock Repurchase Program
On February 25, 2014, we announced that our board of directors approved an authorization for us to acquire up to $5.0 million of our common stock. Under the common stock repurchase program, shares may be purchased from time to time in open market transactions, block trades, through plans established under the Securities Exchange Act Rule 10b5-1, or otherwise. The amount of shares purchased and the timing of such purchases will be based on working capital requirements, market and general business conditions, and other factors including alternative investment opportunities.
During fiscal 2015, we purchased 43,014 shares of our common stock at a cost of $745,000, all of which were purchased in the first and second quarters. During the six months ended November 1, 2015, we did not purchase any shares of our common stock.
At November 1, 2015, we had $4.3 million available for additional repurchases of our common stock.
Working Capital
Accounts receivable at November 1, 2015, were $23.3 million, a decrease of $1.7 million, or 7%, compared with $25.0 million at November 2, 2014. This decrease is primarily due to improved cash collections with customers associated with both our business segments. Days’ sales outstanding were 28 days for the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with 31 days for the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
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Inventories as of November 1, 2015 were $46.5 million, an increase of $8.3 million, or 22%, compared with $38.2 million at November 2, 2014. This increase represents the increase in net sales, customers requiring us to hold higher inventory levels of key products, and higher inventory purchases with certain vendors to take advantage of purchase discounts. Inventory turns were 5.3 for the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared with 6.4 for the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
Accounts payable-trade as of November 1, 2015 were $25.2 million compared with $25.5 million at November 2, 2014. Our accounts payable –trade has remained flat despite the significant inventory purchases noted above as we have taken more advantage of purchase discounts during the second quarter of fiscal 2016 compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
Operating working capital (accounts receivable and inventories, less accounts payable-trade and accounts payable-capital expenditures) was $43.3 million at November 1, 2015, compared with $37.6 million at November 2, 2014. Operating working capital turnover was 7.7 during the second quarter of fiscal 2016, compared with 7.2 during the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
Financing Arrangements
Unsecured Senior Term Notes
We entered into a note agreement dated August 11, 2008 that provided for the issuance of $11.0 million of unsecured senior term notes with a fixed interest rate of 8.01% and a term of seven years. Principal payments of $2.2 million per year were due on the notes beginning August 11, 2011. Any principal pre-payments would have been assessed a penalty as defined in the agreement. The agreement contained customary financial and other covenants as defined in the agreement.
On August 11, 2015, we paid our last annual payment of $2.2 million and this agreement has been paid in full.
Revolving Credit Agreement – United States
As of May 3, 2015, we had an unsecured credit agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Wells Fargo”) that provided for an unsecured revolving loan commitment of $10.0 million to be used to finance working capital and general corporate purposes. Any borrowings that are outstanding under the credit agreement with Culp Europe noted below will decrease the $10.0 million available. Interest is charged at a rate (applicable interest rate of 1.69%, 1.76%, and 1.78% at November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, respectively) equal to the one-month LIBOR rate plus a spread based on our ratio of debt to EBITDA as defined in the agreement. The Credit Agreement contained customary financial and other covenants as defined in the agreement and was set to expire on August 31, 2015.
Effective July 10, 2015, we amended the Credit Agreement to extend the expiration date to August 31, 2017, and maintain an annual capital expenditure limit of $12 million.
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At November 1, 2015 and May 3, 2015 there was a $250,000 outstanding letter of credit (all of which related to workers compensation). At November 2, 2014, there was a $195,000 outstanding letter of credit (all of which related to workers compensation). At November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015, there were no borrowings outstanding under the Credit Agreement.
Revolving Credit Agreement – China
We have an unsecured credit agreement associated with our operations in China that provides for a line of credit of up to 40 million RMB (approximately $6.3 million USD at November 1, 2015), expiring on February 9, 2016. This agreement has an interest rate determined by the Chinese government. There were no borrowings outstanding under the agreement as of November 1, 2015, November 2, 2014, and May 3, 2015.
Revolving Credit Agreement – Europe
In connection with the Wells Fargo credit agreement noted above, any outstanding borrowings associated with Culp Europe would decrease the $10 million available under the credit agreement and incur interest at the EURO LIBOR plus 2%.
At November 1, 2015, no borrowings were outstanding under this agreement, as the outstanding balance was paid in full during the second quarter of fiscal 2015.
Overall
Our loan agreements require, among other things, that we maintain compliance with certain financial covenants. At November 1, 2015, the company was in compliance with these financial covenants
Capital Expenditures and Depreciation
Capital expenditures on a cash basis were $5.3 million for the first half of fiscal 2016 compared with $5.1 million for the same period a year ago. Capital expenditures for the first half of fiscal 2016 and 2015 were primarily related to our mattress fabrics segment.
Depreciation expense was $3.2 million for the first half of fiscal 2016 compared with $2.8 million for the same period a year ago. Depreciation expense for the first half of fiscal 2016 and 2015 primarily related to the mattress fabrics segment.
For fiscal 2016, we are projecting capital expenditures for the company as a whole to be approximately $10.0 million to $11.0 million. Depreciation expense for the company as a whole is projected to be approximately $7.0 million in fiscal 2016. The estimated capital expenditures and depreciation expense primarily relate to the mattress fabrics segment. These are management’s current expectations only, and changes in our business needs could cause changes in plans for capital expenditures and expectations for related depreciation expense.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Recent Accounting Developments
At November 1, 2015, there were no changes in the nature of our significant accounting policies or the application of those policies from those reported in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended May 3, 2015.
Refer to Note 2 located in the notes to the consolidated financial statements for recently adopted and issued accounting pronouncements since the filing of our Form 10-K for the year ended May 3, 2015.
Contractual Obligations
As of November 1, 2015, there were no significant or new contractual obligations from those reported in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended May 3, 2015.
Inflation
Any significant increase in our raw material costs, utility/energy costs and general economic inflation could have a material adverse impact on the company, because competitive conditions have limited our ability to pass significant operating increases on to customers.
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ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
We are exposed to market risk from changes in interest rates on our revolving credit lines.
At November 1, 2015, our U.S. revolving credit agreement had an interest rate equal to the one-month LIBOR rate plus a spread based on our ratio of debt to EBITDA as defined in the agreement. Our revolving credit line associated with our China subsidiaries bears interest at a rate determined by the Chinese government. Our revolving credit line associated with our operation located in Poland bears interest at the EURO LIBOR plus 2%. At November 1, 2015, there were no borrowings outstanding under any of our revolving credit lines.
We are exposed to market risk from changes in the value of foreign currencies for our subsidiaries domiciled in Canada and China. We try to maintain a natural hedge by keeping a balance of our assets and liabilities denominated in the local currency of our subsidiaries domiciled in Canada and China, although there is no assurance that we will be able to continually maintain this natural hedge. Our foreign subsidiaries use the United States dollar as their functional currency. A substantial portion of the company’s imports purchased outside the United States are denominated in U.S. dollars. A 10% change in the above exchange rates at November 1, 2015, would not have had a significant impact on our results of operations or financial position.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
We have conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of November 1, 2015, the end of the period covered by this report. This evaluation was conducted under the supervision and with the participation of management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Based upon that evaluation, we have concluded that these disclosure controls and procedures are effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports filed by us and submitted under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported as and when required. Further, we concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports filed by us under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, in a manner to allow timely decisions regarding the required disclosures.
There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended November 1, 2015, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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Part II – Other Information
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
There have not been any material changes to our legal proceedings during the six months ended November 1, 2015. Our legal proceedings are disclosed in the company’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2015 for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2015.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
There have not been any material changes to our risk factors during the six months ended November 1, 2015. Our risk factors are disclosed in the company’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2015 for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2015.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES

Period | (a) Total Number of Shares Purchased | (b) Average Price Paid per Share | (c) Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs | (d) Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs (1)
August 3, 2015 to September 6, 2015 | - | - | - | $ 4,256,235
September 7, 2015 to October 4, 2015 | - | - | - | $ 4,256,235
October 5, 2015 to November 1, 2015 | - | - | - | $ 4,256,235
Total | - | - | - | $ 4,256,235

(1) | On February 25, 2014, we announced that our board of directors approved an authorization for us to acquire up to $5.0 million of our common stock.

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Item 6. Exhibits

| The following exhibits are submitted as part of this report.
| 3(i) | Articles of Incorporation of the company, as amended, were filed as Exhibit 3(i) to the company’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 28, 2002, filed September 11, 2002 (Commission File No. 001-12597), and incorporated herein by reference.
| 3 (ii) | Restated and Amended Bylaws of the company, as amended November 12, 2007, were filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the company’s Form 8-K dated November 12, 2007 (Commission File No. 001-12597), and incorporated herein by reference.
| 10.1 | Form of restricted stock unit agreement for restricted stock units granted pursuant to the 2015 Equity Incentive Plan was filed as Exhibit 10.3 to company’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended August 2, 2015, filed September 11, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference. (*)
| 10.2 | 2015 Equity Incentive Plan, filed as Annex A to the company’s 2015 Proxy Statement, filed on August 12, 2015 (Commission File No. 001-12597), and incorporated herein by reference.(*)
| 31.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 31.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 32.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 32.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 101.INS | XBRL Instance Document
| 101.SCH | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
| 101.CAL | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
| 101.LAB | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
| 101.PRE | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
| 101.DEF | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

|  | CULP, INC.
|  | (Registrant)
Date: December 11, 2015 | By: | /s/ Kenneth R. Bowling
|  | Kenneth R. Bowling
|  | Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
|  | (Authorized to sign on behalf of the registrant
|  | and also signing as principal financial officer)
| By: | /s/ Thomas B. Gallagher, Jr.
|  | Thomas B. Gallagher, Jr.
|  | Corporate Controller
|  | (Authorized to sign on behalf of the registrant
|  | and also signing as principal accounting officer)

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EXHIBIT INDEX

| Exhibit Number | Exhibit
| 31.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 31.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 32.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 32.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
| 101.INS | XBRL Instance Document
| 101.SCH | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
| 101.CAL | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
| 101.LAB | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
| 101.PRE | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
| 101.DEF | XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document