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Analysis of Income Taxes

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Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

Allergan Inc., income tax expense (benefit), continuing operations

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
U.S. federal 352,900 342,400 388,500 307,700 287,900
U.S. state 16,200 24,700 20,400 32,700 32,800
Non-U.S. 167,400 152,700 110,200 90,100 94,300
Current 536,500 519,800 519,100 430,500 415,000
U.S. federal (31,600) (34,800) (88,600) (59,800) (244,200)
U.S. state (25,300) (12,600) 100 (18,200) 13,900
Non-U.S. (22,900) (14,100) 200 9,100 (18,800)
Deferred (79,800) (61,500) (88,300) (68,900) (249,100)
Provision for income taxes 456,700 458,300 430,800 361,600 165,900

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


The overall income tax profile reflects a significant upward trajectory in the total tax provision between 2010 and 2013, followed by a period of stabilization in 2014. The total provision for income taxes grew from 165,900 thousand US dollars in 2010 to a peak of 458,300 thousand US dollars in 2013, representing a substantial increase in the total tax burden over the period.

Current Income Tax Obligations
Current tax expenses exhibited a consistent year-over-year increase throughout the five-year period. Starting at 415,000 thousand US dollars in 2010, the obligation rose steadily to 536,500 thousand US dollars by 2014. This steady growth suggests a continuous increase in taxable income or a change in the applicable tax rates during this timeframe.
Deferred Tax Components
Deferred taxes remained negative throughout the analysis period, acting as a tax benefit that offset a portion of the current tax liability. A significant shift occurred after 2010, where the deferred benefit decreased from 249,100 thousand US dollars to a range between 61,500 and 88,300 thousand US dollars from 2011 to 2014. The reduction in this benefit contributed to the higher total provision for income taxes observed in later years.
Total Provision for Income Taxes
The total provision for income taxes increased sharply from 2010 (165,900 thousand US dollars) to 2012 (430,800 thousand US dollars), driven by the dual effect of rising current tax expenses and a diminishing deferred tax benefit. From 2013 to 2014, the provision plateaued, moving from 458,300 thousand US dollars to 456,700 thousand US dollars, indicating a stabilization of the company's net tax position.

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Effective Income Tax Rate (EITR)

Allergan Inc., effective income tax rate (EITR) reconciliation

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
Statutory rate of tax expense 35.00% 35.00% 35.00% 35.00% 35.00%
State taxes, net of U.S. tax benefit 0.40% 0.90% 1.10% 1.60% 20.40%
Tax differential on foreign earnings -10.80% -9.00% -8.80% -9.10% 28.40%
Other credits (R&D) -2.90% -3.00% -0.90% -2.00% -15.90%
Tax audit settlements/adjustments 0.70% 0.80% 1.30% 1.50% 6.00%
Legal settlement 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 18.80%
Other 0.60% 1.80% 0.40% 0.80% 4.40%
Effective tax rate 23.00% 26.50% 28.10% 27.80% 97.10%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


The effective income tax rate (EITR) exhibited extreme volatility between 2010 and 2014, characterized by an extraordinary peak in the first year followed by a period of stabilization and a gradual downward trend below the statutory rate.

Statutory and Effective Rate Correlation
While the statutory tax rate remained constant at 35.00% across the entire five-year period, the EITR deviated significantly. A peak of 97.10% was recorded in 2010, representing a massive variance from the statutory benchmark. From 2011 through 2014, however, the EITR remained consistently below the statutory rate, moving from 27.80% in 2011 to 23.00% by the end of 2014.
Analysis of the 2010 Anomaly
The anomalous EITR in 2010 was driven by several substantial one-time or non-recurring adjustments. Key contributors included a legal settlement of 18.80%, a high state tax impact of 20.40%, and a positive tax differential on foreign earnings of 28.40%. These factors, combined with tax audit settlements of 6.00%, resulted in a tax burden far exceeding the statutory rate.
Primary Drivers of Tax Rate Reduction (2011–2014)
Following the 2010 peak, the EITR was consistently lowered by the tax differential on foreign earnings, which shifted to a negative impact, ranging from -9.10% in 2011 to -10.80% in 2014. R&D credits also provided a recurring downward adjustment, peaking at -3.00% in 2013 and -2.90% in 2014.
Trends in State Taxes and Audit Adjustments
A sharp decline is observed in state taxes, net of U.S. tax benefits, which dropped from 20.40% in 2010 to 0.40% by 2014. Similarly, tax audit settlements and adjustments diminished from 6.00% in 2010 to 0.70% in 2014, indicating a reduction in one-time tax liabilities and a movement toward a more predictable tax profile.

In summary, the tax profile transitioned from a state of high volatility driven by exceptional legal and state tax events in 2010 to a managed decline in the effective rate. This later trend was primarily sustained by foreign earnings differentials and research and development credits, which successfully offset the statutory tax obligation.

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Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities

Allergan Inc., components of deferred tax assets and liabilities

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
Net operating losses 144,900 179,700 66,600 44,700 40,300
Accrued expenses 173,600 130,000 114,400 105,600 103,300
Capitalized expenses 161,100 176,500 182,300 136,200 104,400
Deferred compensation 52,100 47,400 41,700 35,700 30,200
Medicare, Medicaid and other accrued health care rebates 110,100 80,000 85,000 69,000 48,600
Postretirement medical benefits 21,900 16,600 17,800 16,100 20,600
Capitalized intangible assets 31,500 38,900 45,000 49,900 83,300
Deferred revenue 19,200 19,200 22,300 17,200 13,100
Inventory reserves and adjustments 14,200 14,500 18,700 80,300 75,800
Share-based compensation awards 94,800 101,600 90,200 86,600 88,000
Unbilled costs 28,100 28,300 23,000 25,500 23,600
Pension plans 69,900 52,600 66,500 67,700 52,600
R&D credits 37,200 26,200 12,700 — —
All other 57,400 46,300 30,100 50,000 50,200
Deferred tax assets, gross 1,016,000 957,800 816,300 784,500 734,000
Valuation allowance (39,100) (48,900) (22,600) (14,900) (4,300)
Deferred tax assets 976,900 908,900 793,700 769,600 729,700
Depreciation 13,100 (100) (9,600) (15,500) (15,000)
Developed and technology-related intangible assets (131,300) (153,500) (227,300) (188,300) (213,700)
In-process R&D (428,300) (348,600) (100,800) (107,600) —
All other — — — — (5,500)
Deferred tax liabilities (546,500) (502,200) (337,700) (311,400) (234,200)
Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) 430,400 406,700 456,000 458,200 495,500

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


The net deferred tax position reflects a general increase in both deferred tax assets and liabilities between 2010 and 2014. While gross deferred tax assets grew consistently over the period, this growth was largely offset by a more aggressive increase in deferred tax liabilities, leading to a slight overall decrease in the net deferred tax asset balance from 495.5 million USD in 2010 to 430.4 million USD in 2014.

Growth and Composition of Deferred Tax Assets
Gross deferred tax assets increased from 734.0 million USD in 2010 to 1.016 billion USD in 2014. This expansion was driven primarily by several key components. Net operating losses showed significant volatility, peaking at 179.7 million USD in 2013 before moderating to 144.9 million USD in 2014. Accrued expenses exhibited a steady upward trajectory, rising from 103.3 million USD to 173.6 million USD. Additionally, Medicare, Medicaid, and other healthcare rebates grew substantially from 48.6 million USD in 2010 to 110.1 million USD in 2014. R&D credits, which were not recorded in 2010 or 2011, emerged in 2012 at 12.7 million USD and climbed to 37.2 million USD by 2014. Conversely, inventory reserves and adjustments declined sharply from 75.8 million USD in 2010 to 14.2 million USD in 2014.
Expansion of Deferred Tax Liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities grew from 234.2 million USD in 2010 to 546.5 million USD in 2014. The primary driver of this increase was the sharp rise in liabilities related to in-process R&D, which were non-existent in 2010 but reached 428.3 million USD by 2014. Developed and technology-related intangible assets also contributed significantly to the liability balance, though they fluctuated, ending at 131.3 million USD in 2014. The rapid growth in in-process R&D liabilities suggests significant investment or acquisition activity in the technology and development pipeline.
Valuation Allowance and Net Impact
The valuation allowance against deferred tax assets increased from 4.3 million USD in 2010 to a peak of 48.9 million USD in 2013, before settling at 39.1 million USD in 2014. Despite this increase, the valuation allowance remained a small fraction of the gross deferred tax assets, indicating a high level of confidence in the realizability of the assets. The net deferred tax asset position remained positive throughout the period, although the substantial growth in tax liabilities associated with intangible assets and R&D prevented the net asset balance from mirroring the growth seen in the gross asset figures.

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Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities, Classification

Allergan Inc., deferred tax assets and liabilities, classification

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
Net current deferred tax assets 343,500 277,900 249,100 305,600 277,700
Net non-current deferred tax assets 86,900 128,800 206,900 152,600 217,800

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


An analysis of net deferred tax assets between 2010 and 2014 reveals a divergent trend in asset classification, characterized by a general increase in current assets and a simultaneous decline in non-current assets.

Net Current Deferred Tax Assets
A general upward trajectory is observed, with values rising from US$ 277.7 million in 2010 to US$ 343.5 million by 2014. While a temporary decrease occurred in 2012, where assets fell to US$ 249.1 million, the subsequent two years showed consistent growth, resulting in a total increase of approximately 23.7% over the five-year period.
Net Non-Current Deferred Tax Assets
A significant downward trend is evident in non-current classifications. These assets declined from US$ 217.8 million in 2010 to US$ 86.9 million in 2014. Although there was a brief recovery in 2012 to US$ 206.9 million, the assets experienced a sharp contraction thereafter, ending the period with a total decrease of approximately 60.1%.
Classification Shift and Composition
There is a notable shift in the composition of the deferred tax asset portfolio. In 2010, net current deferred tax assets constituted approximately 56% of the total net deferred tax assets. By 2014, this proportion increased to approximately 80%. This migration indicates a higher concentration of tax benefits expected to be realized within the short-term operating cycle relative to long-term expectations.

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Adjustments to Financial Statements: Removal of Deferred Taxes

Allergan Inc., Financial Data: Reported vs. Adjusted

Allergan Inc., adjustments to financial statements

US$ in thousands

Microsoft Excel
Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
Adjustment to Current Assets
Current assets (as reported) 6,871,200 5,319,700 4,458,800 4,048,300 3,993,700
Less: Current deferred tax assets, net 343,500 277,900 249,100 305,600 277,700
Current assets (adjusted) 6,527,700 5,041,800 4,209,700 3,742,700 3,716,000
Adjustment to Total Assets
Total assets (as reported) 12,415,700 10,574,300 9,179,300 8,508,600 8,308,100
Less: Current deferred tax assets, net 343,500 277,900 249,100 305,600 277,700
Less: Noncurrent deferred tax assets, net 86,900 128,800 206,900 152,600 217,800
Total assets (adjusted) 11,985,300 10,167,600 8,723,300 8,050,400 7,812,600
Adjustment to Total Allergan, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity
Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity (as reported) 7,753,000 6,463,200 5,837,100 5,309,600 4,757,700
Less: Net deferred tax assets (liabilities) 430,400 406,700 456,000 458,200 495,500
Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity (adjusted) 7,322,600 6,056,500 5,381,100 4,851,400 4,262,200
Adjustment to Net Earnings Attributable To Allergan, Inc.
Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. (as reported) 1,524,200 985,100 1,098,800 934,500 600
Add: Deferred income tax expense (benefit) (79,800) (61,500) (88,300) (68,900) (249,100)
Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. (adjusted) 1,444,400 923,600 1,010,500 865,600 (248,500)

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


A comprehensive review of the financial performance from 2010 to 2014 reveals a consistent growth trajectory in assets, equity, and net earnings. The systematic removal of deferred taxes results in a downward adjustment across all primary balance sheet and income statement metrics, indicating that deferred tax accounts contributed positively to the reported financial position throughout the period.

Asset Valuation and Trends
Reported current assets grew from 3,993,700 thousand US$ in 2010 to 6,871,200 thousand US$ in 2014. Adjusted current assets followed a parallel increase, reaching 6,527,700 thousand US$ by 2014, though they remained consistently lower than reported figures. Total assets showed a similar upward trend, increasing from 8,308,100 thousand US$ to 12,415,700 thousand US$ over the five-year span. The variance between reported and adjusted total assets indicates a substantial reliance on deferred tax assets to bolster the reported asset base.
Stockholders' Equity Adjustments
Reported stockholders' equity increased steadily from 4,757,700 thousand US$ in 2010 to 7,753,000 thousand US$ in 2014. The adjusted equity figures were consistently lower, ending at 7,322,600 thousand US$ in 2014. A direct correlation is observed between the reduction in total assets and the reduction in equity, confirming that the removal of deferred tax assets directly reduced the net book value attributable to shareholders.
Net Earnings Analysis
Reported net earnings exhibited significant growth, rising from 600 thousand US$ in 2010 to 1,524,200 thousand US$ in 2014. The impact of deferred tax removal on earnings was most pronounced in 2010, where the adjustment converted a marginal reported profit into an adjusted net loss of 248,500 thousand US$. From 2011 onward, adjusted net earnings remained consistently below reported earnings, suggesting that deferred tax benefits provided a recurring boost to the reported bottom line.

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Adjusted Financial Ratios: Removal of Deferred Taxes (Summary)

Allergan Inc., Financial Ratios: Reported vs. Adjusted

Allergan Inc., adjusted financial ratios

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
Current Ratio
Reported current ratio 4.41 4.28 4.07 4.24 2.61
Adjusted current ratio 4.19 4.05 3.84 3.92 2.43
Net Profit Margin
Reported net profit margin 21.39% 15.90% 19.25% 17.48% 0.01%
Adjusted net profit margin 20.27% 14.90% 17.70% 16.19% -5.16%
Total Asset Turnover
Reported total asset turnover 0.57 0.59 0.62 0.63 0.58
Adjusted total asset turnover 0.59 0.61 0.65 0.66 0.62
Financial Leverage
Reported financial leverage 1.60 1.64 1.57 1.60 1.75
Adjusted financial leverage 1.64 1.68 1.62 1.66 1.83
Return on Equity (ROE)
Reported ROE 19.66% 15.24% 18.82% 17.60% 0.01%
Adjusted ROE 19.73% 15.25% 18.78% 17.84% -5.83%
Return on Assets (ROA)
Reported ROA 12.28% 9.32% 11.97% 10.98% 0.01%
Adjusted ROA 12.05% 9.08% 11.58% 10.75% -3.18%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).


The analysis of financial ratios from 2010 to 2014 reveals a consistent divergence between reported and adjusted figures resulting from the removal of deferred taxes. While the reported metrics often present a more favorable view of liquidity and early-period profitability, the adjusted ratios provide a perspective focused on core operational performance. A general trend of strengthening liquidity and profitability is evident across the five-year period, regardless of the accounting treatment.

Liquidity Position
The current ratio demonstrates a strong upward trajectory, increasing from 2.61 to 4.41 on a reported basis. The adjusted current ratio follows a similar growth pattern, rising from 2.43 to 4.19. The consistent gap between these two figures suggests that deferred tax assets have contributed to the inflation of reported current assets, although the underlying liquidity trend remains robustly positive.
Profitability and Returns
Significant volatility and divergence are observed in the net profit margin, ROE, and ROA, particularly in 2010. In that year, reported profitability was near zero, while adjusted figures showed substantial negative returns (Adjusted Net Profit Margin of -5.16%, Adjusted ROE of -5.83%, and Adjusted ROA of -3.18%). This indicates that deferred tax accounting significantly masked operational losses in 2010. However, from 2011 onward, profitability grew aggressively, with the adjusted net profit margin reaching 20.27% by 2014, closely aligning with the reported margin of 21.39%.
Operational Efficiency
Total asset turnover remained relatively stable with a slight downward trend, moving from a reported 0.58 to 0.57. Interestingly, the adjusted total asset turnover remained consistently higher than the reported figures throughout the period, peaking at 0.66 in 2011. This suggests that the removal of deferred tax assets reduces the total asset base, thereby increasing the calculated efficiency of asset utilization.
Financial Leverage
Financial leverage exhibited low volatility, fluctuating between 1.57 and 1.75 on a reported basis. The adjusted financial leverage remained consistently higher than the reported leverage, ranging from 1.62 to 1.83. This indicates that the presence of deferred tax assets in the reported equity figures serves to artificially lower the perceived leverage of the organization.

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Adjusted Current Ratio

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Current assets 6,871,200 5,319,700 4,458,800 4,048,300 3,993,700
Current liabilities 1,557,300 1,244,300 1,095,200 955,000 1,528,400
Liquidity Ratio
Current ratio1 4.41 4.28 4.07 4.24 2.61
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Adjusted current assets 6,527,700 5,041,800 4,209,700 3,742,700 3,716,000
Current liabilities 1,557,300 1,244,300 1,095,200 955,000 1,528,400
Liquidity Ratio
Adjusted current ratio2 4.19 4.05 3.84 3.92 2.43

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 Current ratio = Current assets ÷ Current liabilities
= 6,871,200 ÷ 1,557,300 = 4.41

2 Adjusted current ratio = Adjusted current assets ÷ Current liabilities
= 6,527,700 ÷ 1,557,300 = 4.19


A consistent upward trajectory in liquidity is observed between 2010 and 2014. Both reported and adjusted current assets experienced uninterrupted annual growth, with reported current assets increasing from 3,993,700 thousand USD to 6,871,200 thousand USD over the five-year period. Adjusted current assets followed a similar growth pattern, rising from 3,716,000 thousand USD to 6,527,700 thousand USD.

Reported Current Ratio Trends
The reported current ratio exhibited a significant increase between 2010 and 2011, rising from 2.61 to 4.24. Following this initial surge, the ratio remained relatively stable, ending the period at 4.41 in 2014. This suggests a substantial strengthening of the short-term solvency position early in the period, which was maintained through 2014.
Adjusted Current Ratio Trends
The adjusted current ratio mirrors the movements of the reported ratio, starting at 2.43 in 2010 and climbing to 3.92 in 2011. Despite a slight contraction to 3.84 in 2012, the ratio resumed an upward trend to reach 4.19 by December 31, 2014. The adjusted figures consistently remain lower than the reported figures, indicating that the adjustments applied to current assets exert a downward pressure on the liquidity ratios.
Comparative Analysis of Adjustments
The variance between reported and adjusted current assets remained relatively proportional throughout the period. In 2010, the adjusted current assets were approximately 93.7% of reported assets, and by 2014, they represented approximately 94.8% of reported assets. This narrow gap suggests a stable relationship between the reported financial position and the adjustments made for the current ratio calculation.

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Adjusted Net Profit Margin

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,524,200 985,100 1,098,800 934,500 600
Product net sales 7,126,100 6,197,500 5,708,800 5,347,100 4,819,600
Profitability Ratio
Net profit margin1 21.39% 15.90% 19.25% 17.48% 0.01%
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,444,400 923,600 1,010,500 865,600 (248,500)
Product net sales 7,126,100 6,197,500 5,708,800 5,347,100 4,819,600
Profitability Ratio
Adjusted net profit margin2 20.27% 14.90% 17.70% 16.19% -5.16%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 Net profit margin = 100 × Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Product net sales
= 100 × 1,524,200 ÷ 7,126,100 = 21.39%

2 Adjusted net profit margin = 100 × Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Product net sales
= 100 × 1,444,400 ÷ 7,126,100 = 20.27%


Profitability exhibits a strong upward trajectory between 2010 and 2014, characterized by a sharp recovery from a volatile initial period and reaching a peak in the final year of the analyzed timeframe.

Net Earnings Performance
A dramatic increase in reported net earnings occurred between 2010 and 2011, rising from 600 thousand to 934.5 million. While reported figures remained positive throughout the period, adjusted net earnings began at a deficit of 248.5 million in 2010 before shifting to a positive trajectory. A temporary contraction in earnings was observed in 2013, followed by a significant surge to a period high of 1.52 billion in reported earnings and 1.44 billion in adjusted earnings by 2014.
Adjusted Net Profit Margin Trends
The adjusted net profit margin transitioned from a negative 5.16% in 2010 to a positive 16.19% in 2011. This growth continued to 17.70% in 2012, followed by a decline to 14.90% in 2013, and a final expansion to 20.27% in 2014. This pattern mirrors the movement of reported margins but maintains a consistent offset.
Analysis of Reporting Variance
A notable divergence is observed in 2010, where reported earnings were marginally positive despite a substantial adjusted loss, suggesting the presence of significant non-recurring gains in the reported results that did not reflect core operational performance. From 2011 through 2014, the variance between reported and adjusted net profit margins narrowed and remained relatively stable, typically ranging between 1.0 and 1.3 percentage points, indicating a higher degree of alignment between statutory and adjusted profitability in later years.

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Adjusted Total Asset Turnover

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Product net sales 7,126,100 6,197,500 5,708,800 5,347,100 4,819,600
Total assets 12,415,700 10,574,300 9,179,300 8,508,600 8,308,100
Activity Ratio
Total asset turnover1 0.57 0.59 0.62 0.63 0.58
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Product net sales 7,126,100 6,197,500 5,708,800 5,347,100 4,819,600
Adjusted total assets 11,985,300 10,167,600 8,723,300 8,050,400 7,812,600
Activity Ratio
Adjusted total asset turnover2 0.59 0.61 0.65 0.66 0.62

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 Total asset turnover = Product net sales ÷ Total assets
= 7,126,100 ÷ 12,415,700 = 0.57

2 Adjusted total asset turnover = Product net sales ÷ Adjusted total assets
= 7,126,100 ÷ 11,985,300 = 0.59


A consistent increase in total assets was observed between 2010 and 2014, while asset turnover ratios experienced an initial increase followed by a gradual decline. The growth in the asset base outpaced the growth in corresponding revenue generation, leading to a compression of efficiency ratios in the latter half of the period.

Asset Base Expansion
Reported total assets grew steadily from US$ 8,308,100 thousand in 2010 to US$ 12,415,700 thousand in 2014. Adjusted total assets mirrored this growth pattern, increasing from US$ 7,812,600 thousand to US$ 11,985,300 thousand during the same timeframe.
Asset Turnover Trends
Both reported and adjusted asset turnover ratios peaked in 2011 at 0.63 and 0.66, respectively. Following this peak, a downward trend is evident; the reported ratio decreased to 0.57 by 2014, and the adjusted ratio declined to 0.59.
Reported versus Adjusted Variance
The adjusted total asset turnover remained consistently higher than the reported total asset turnover throughout the five-year period. This suggests that the adjustments made to the total asset base effectively remove non-productive or specific accounting assets, thereby presenting a more favorable view of the company's operational efficiency in utilizing its assets to generate revenue.

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Adjusted Financial Leverage

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Total assets 12,415,700 10,574,300 9,179,300 8,508,600 8,308,100
Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity 7,753,000 6,463,200 5,837,100 5,309,600 4,757,700
Solvency Ratio
Financial leverage1 1.60 1.64 1.57 1.60 1.75
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Adjusted total assets 11,985,300 10,167,600 8,723,300 8,050,400 7,812,600
Adjusted total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity 7,322,600 6,056,500 5,381,100 4,851,400 4,262,200
Solvency Ratio
Adjusted financial leverage2 1.64 1.68 1.62 1.66 1.83

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 Financial leverage = Total assets ÷ Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity
= 12,415,700 ÷ 7,753,000 = 1.60

2 Adjusted financial leverage = Adjusted total assets ÷ Adjusted total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity
= 11,985,300 ÷ 7,322,600 = 1.64


The financial position from 2010 to 2014 is characterized by a consistent expansion in both asset base and stockholders' equity. Reported total assets increased from US$ 8,308,100 thousand to US$ 12,415,700 thousand, while reported stockholders' equity grew from US$ 4,757,700 thousand to US$ 7,753,000 thousand over the same period.

Impact of Financial Adjustments
A consistent divergence is observed between reported and adjusted figures. Adjusted total assets and adjusted stockholders' equity remained systematically lower than their reported counterparts throughout the five-year period. This indicates that the adjustments applied to the balance sheet consistently reduced the recognized value of both assets and equity.
Reported Financial Leverage Trends
The reported financial leverage ratio exhibited an initial decline, moving from 1.75 in 2010 to a period low of 1.57 in 2012. This was followed by a slight increase to 1.64 in 2013 and a stabilization at 1.60 by the end of 2014, suggesting a period of relative volatility before returning to levels similar to those seen in 2011.
Adjusted Financial Leverage Analysis
Adjusted financial leverage was consistently higher than reported leverage across all observed years. The adjusted ratio followed a trend parallel to the reported ratio, decreasing from 1.83 in 2010 to 1.62 in 2012, before rising to 1.68 in 2013 and settling at 1.64 in 2014. The persistent gap between reported and adjusted leverage ratios suggests that the adjustments disproportionately impact the equity base relative to the asset base, thereby resulting in a higher calculated leverage profile.

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Adjusted Return on Equity (ROE)

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,524,200 985,100 1,098,800 934,500 600
Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity 7,753,000 6,463,200 5,837,100 5,309,600 4,757,700
Profitability Ratio
ROE1 19.66% 15.24% 18.82% 17.60% 0.01%
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,444,400 923,600 1,010,500 865,600 (248,500)
Adjusted total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity 7,322,600 6,056,500 5,381,100 4,851,400 4,262,200
Profitability Ratio
Adjusted ROE2 19.73% 15.25% 18.78% 17.84% -5.83%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 ROE = 100 × Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity
= 100 × 1,524,200 ÷ 7,753,000 = 19.66%

2 Adjusted ROE = 100 × Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Adjusted total Allergan, Inc. stockholders’ equity
= 100 × 1,444,400 ÷ 7,322,600 = 19.73%


Profitability and shareholder equity exhibited a general upward trajectory between 2010 and 2014, despite a temporary contraction in earnings during the 2013 period.

Net Earnings Trends
Reported net earnings rose from 600 thousand US dollars in 2010 to 1.524 billion US dollars by 2014. Adjusted net earnings showed greater volatility in the initial period, starting at negative 248.5 million US dollars in 2010 before climbing to 1.444 billion US dollars in 2014. A slight decline in earnings was noted in 2013 across both reported and adjusted figures before a strong recovery in 2014.
Equity Growth
Total stockholders' equity increased consistently year-over-year. Reported equity grew from 4.757 billion US dollars in 2010 to 7.753 billion US dollars in 2014. Adjusted equity followed a similar growth pattern, rising from 4.262 billion US dollars to 7.322 billion US dollars over the same period, maintaining a consistent gap below the reported equity figures.
Return on Equity (ROE) Performance
The adjusted ROE experienced a significant reversal from -5.83% in 2010 to a peak of 19.73% in 2014. The variance between reported and adjusted ROE was most pronounced in 2010, where reported ROE remained marginally positive at 0.01% while adjusted ROE was negative. From 2011 onward, reported and adjusted ROE converged closely, fluctuating between 15.24% and 19.73%.

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Adjusted Return on Assets (ROA)

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Dec 31, 2014 Dec 31, 2013 Dec 31, 2012 Dec 31, 2011 Dec 31, 2010
As Reported
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,524,200 985,100 1,098,800 934,500 600
Total assets 12,415,700 10,574,300 9,179,300 8,508,600 8,308,100
Profitability Ratio
ROA1 12.28% 9.32% 11.97% 10.98% 0.01%
Adjusted for Deferred Taxes
Selected Financial Data (US$ in thousands)
Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. 1,444,400 923,600 1,010,500 865,600 (248,500)
Adjusted total assets 11,985,300 10,167,600 8,723,300 8,050,400 7,812,600
Profitability Ratio
Adjusted ROA2 12.05% 9.08% 11.58% 10.75% -3.18%

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31).

2014 Calculations

1 ROA = 100 × Net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Total assets
= 100 × 1,524,200 ÷ 12,415,700 = 12.28%

2 Adjusted ROA = 100 × Adjusted net earnings attributable to Allergan, Inc. ÷ Adjusted total assets
= 100 × 1,444,400 ÷ 11,985,300 = 12.05%


A comprehensive analysis of the financial performance between 2010 and 2014 reveals a strong recovery and subsequent growth trajectory in operational efficiency and profitability. The period is characterized by a significant transition from negative adjusted earnings in 2010 to a peak in asset utilization by 2014.

Adjusted Return on Assets (ROA)
The adjusted ROA exhibited substantial volatility and growth, starting at -3.18% in 2010 and rising to a five-year high of 12.05% by 2014. A notable recovery occurred in 2011, where the ratio climbed to 10.75%. Despite a temporary contraction to 9.08% in 2013, the metric rebounded in 2014, indicating an improved ability to generate earnings from the adjusted asset base.
Net Earnings Trends
Adjusted net earnings showed a dramatic upward trend, moving from a loss of $248.5 million in 2010 to $1.44 billion in 2014. The most significant growth leap occurred between 2010 and 2011, marking a shift toward sustained profitability. While earnings experienced a slight dip in 2013, the overall trajectory remained positive, culminating in the highest earnings level of the period in 2014.
Asset Base Expansion
Adjusted total assets grew consistently over the five-year period, increasing from $7.81 billion in 2010 to $11.99 billion in 2014. This steady expansion of the asset base coincided with the rise in net earnings, suggesting that the increase in resources was effectively leveraged to drive higher returns.
Reported versus Adjusted Performance
A significant divergence between reported and adjusted figures is observed in 2010, where reported net earnings were marginally positive while adjusted earnings were negative. However, from 2011 through 2014, the gap between reported and adjusted ROA narrowed significantly, with both metrics moving in close correlation. This suggests that the adjustments made to the financial statements became less impactful relative to total performance as the company scaled.

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