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NATURES SUNSHINE PRODUCTS INC - Quarter Report: 2021 June (Form 10-Q)

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549 
_________________________________________________________________
 
FORM 10-Q 
(Mark One)
 
     QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021
 
OR
 
        TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 
For the transition period from            to            .
 
Commission File Number: 001-34483
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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) 
Utah 87-0327982
(State or other jurisdiction of (IRS Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
 
2901 Bluegrass Boulevard, Suite 100
Lehi, Utah 84043
(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)
 
(801) 341-7900
(Registrant’s telephone number including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, no par valueNATRNasdaq Capital Market

 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant; (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  Yes  ý  No  o
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).  Yes  ý  No  o
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and an “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer  o
 
Accelerated filer  ☒
   
Non-accelerated filer  o
 
Smaller reporting company ☒
  
Emerging growth company  
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o


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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act).  Yes    No  ý.
 
The number of shares of Common Stock, no par value, outstanding on July 23, 2021, was 19,936,372 shares.



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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC.
FORM 10-Q
 
For the Quarter Ended June 30, 2021
 
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CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
 
Certain information included or incorporated herein by reference in this report may be deemed to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements relating to our objectives, plans and strategies. All statements (other than statements of historical fact) that address activities, events or developments that we intend, expect, project, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. These statements are often characterized by terminology such as “believe,” “hope,” “may,” “anticipate,” “should,” “intend,” “plan,” “will,” “expect,” “estimate,” “project,” “positioned,” “strategy” and similar expressions, and are based on assumptions and assessments made in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors we believe to be appropriate. For example, information appearing under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” includes forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Important factors that could cause actual results, developments and business decisions to differ materially from forward-looking statements are more fully described in this report, including the risks set forth under “Risk Factors” in Item 1A, and in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, but include the following:

extensive government regulations to which the Company's products, business practices and manufacturing activities are subject;
registration of products for sale in foreign markets, or difficulty or increased cost of importing products into foreign markets;
legal challenges to the Company's direct selling program or to the classification of its independent consultants;
laws and regulations regarding direct selling may prohibit or restrict our ability to sell our products in some markets or require us to make changes to our business model in some markets;
liabilities and obligations arising from improper activity by the Company’s independent consultants;
product liability claims;
our cannabidiol (CBD) product line is subject to varying, rapidly changing laws, regulations, and rules;
actions on trade relations by the U.S. and foreign governments;
impact of anti-bribery laws, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act;
the Company’s ability to attract and retain independent consultants;
the loss of one or more key independent consultants who have a significant sales network;
the Company’s joint venture for operations in China with Fosun Industrial Co., Ltd.;
the effect of fluctuating foreign exchange rates;
failure of the Company’s independent consultants to comply with advertising laws;
changes to the Company’s independent consultants compensation plans;
geopolitical issues and conflicts;
we may be adversely affected by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic;
negative consequences resulting from difficult economic conditions, including the availability of liquidity or the willingness of the Company’s customers to purchase products;
risks associated with the manufacturing of the Company's products;
world-wide slowdowns and delays related to supply chain, ingredient shortages and logistical challenges;
uncertainties relating to the application of transfer pricing, duties, value-added taxes, and other tax regulations, and changes thereto;
changes in tax laws, treaties or regulations, or their interpretation;
cybersecurity threats and exposure to data loss;
the storage, processing, and use of data, some of which contain personal information, are subject to complex and evolving privacy and data protection laws and regulations;
reliance on information technology infrastructure; and
the sufficiency of trademarks and other intellectual property rights.

All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this report and are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements included in or incorporated by reference into this report. Except as is required by law, we expressly disclaims any obligation to publicly release any revisions to forward-looking statements to reflect events after the date of this report. Throughout this report, we refer to Nature’s Sunshine Products, Inc., together with our subsidiaries, as "we," "us," "our," "our Company" or “the Company.”

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PART I FINANCIAL INFORMATION
 
Item 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
 
NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited)
 June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Assets  
Current assets:  
Cash and cash equivalents$74,902 $92,069 
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $446 and $454, respectively
9,979 7,375 
Inventories50,957 47,683 
Prepaid expenses and other7,851 6,938 
Total current assets143,689 154,065 
Property, plant and equipment, net52,191 54,355 
Operating lease right-of-use assets18,564 20,210 
Investment securities - trading984 989 
Deferred income tax assets7,043 8,693 
Other assets10,719 11,186 
Total assets$233,190 $249,498 
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity  
Current liabilities:  
Accounts payable$7,781 $6,486 
Accrued volume incentives and service fees19,797 19,481 
Accrued liabilities26,303 31,710 
Deferred revenue1,969 2,092 
Related party notes payable921 1,200 
Income taxes payable2,528 2,387 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities4,467 4,992 
Current portion of note payable1,226 1,306 
Total current liabilities64,992 69,654 
Liability related to unrecognized tax benefits92 
Long-term portion of operating lease liabilities15,416 16,412 
Long-term note payable1,800 2,418 
Deferred compensation payable984 989 
Deferred income tax liabilities1,604 1,391 
Other liabilities1,236 1,308 
Total liabilities86,037 92,264 
Shareholders’ equity:  
Common stock, no par value, 50,000 shares authorized, 19,990 and 19,697 shares issued and outstanding, respectively
138,308 139,311 
Retained earnings16,728 26,030 
Noncontrolling interest2,238 1,848 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(10,121)(9,955)
Total shareholders’ equity147,153 157,234 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$233,190 $249,498 
 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Amounts in thousands, except per share information)
(Unaudited) 
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Net sales$108,978 $87,286 
Cost of sales28,463 23,017 
Gross profit80,515 64,269 
Operating expenses:  
Volume incentives35,443 29,165 
Selling, general and administrative35,586 28,504 
Operating income9,486 6,600 
Other income, net529 1,509 
Income before provision for income taxes10,015 8,109 
Provision for income taxes3,221 1,976 
Net income6,794 6,133 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests254 379 
Net income attributable to common shareholders$6,540 $5,754 
Basic and diluted net income per common share:  
Basic earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.33 $0.30 
Diluted earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.32 $0.29 
Weighted average basic common shares outstanding19,999 19,491 
Weighted average diluted common shares outstanding20,503 19,783 
 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Amounts in thousands, except per share information)
(Unaudited) 
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Net sales$211,399 $183,212 
Cost of sales55,442 47,698 
Gross profit155,957 135,514 
Operating expenses:  
Volume incentives69,698 62,183 
Selling, general and administrative69,138 59,569 
Operating income17,121 13,762 
Other loss, net(1,404)(901)
Income before provision for income taxes15,717 12,861 
Provision for income taxes4,771 3,722 
Net income10,946 9,139 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests390 423 
Net income attributable to common shareholders$10,556 $8,716 
Basic and diluted net income per common share:  
Basic earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.53 $0.45 
Diluted earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.52 $0.44 
Weighted average basic common shares outstanding19,897 19,472 
Weighted average diluted common shares outstanding20,340 19,725 
Dividends declared per common share$1.00 $— 

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited) 
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Net income$6,794 $6,133 
Foreign currency translation loss (net of tax)(45)(151)
Total comprehensive income$6,749 $5,982 
 
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
Net income$10,946 $9,139 
Foreign currency translation loss (net of tax)(166)(260)
Total comprehensive income$10,780 $8,879 
 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
 
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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(Amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited) 
 Common StockRetained EarningsNoncontrolling
Interest
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Total
 SharesAmount
Balance at December 31, 202019,697 $139,311 $26,030 $1,848 $(9,955)$157,234 
Share-based compensation expense— 1,005 — — — 1,005 
Shares issued from the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units, net of shares exchanged for withholding tax218 (914)— — — (914)
Cash dividends ($1.00 per share)
— — (19,858)— — (19,858)
Net income— — 4,016 136 — 4,152 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (121)(121)
Balance at March 31, 202119,915 $139,402 $10,188 $1,984 $(10,076)$141,498 
Share-based compensation expense— 1,066 — — — 1,066 
Shares issued from the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units, net of shares exchanged for withholding tax152 (660)— — — (660)
Repurchase of common stock(77)(1,500)— — — (1,500)
Net income— — 6,540 254 — 6,794 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (45)(45)
Balance at June 30, 202119,990 $138,308 $16,728 $2,238 $(10,121)$147,153 

Common StockRetained EarningsNoncontrolling
Interest
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Total
SharesAmount
Balance at December 31, 201919,410 $135,741 $4,693 $227 $(11,225)$129,436 
Share-based compensation expense— 394 — — — 394 
Shares issued from the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units, net of shares exchanged for withholding tax60 (159)— — — (159)
Net income— — 2,962 44 — 3,006 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (109)(109)
Balance at March 31, 202019,470 $135,976 $7,655 $271 $(11,334)$132,568 
Share-based compensation expense— 736 — — — 736 
Shares issued from the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units, net of shares exchanged for withholding tax40 (51)— — — (51)
Net income— — 5,754 379 — 6,133 
Other comprehensive loss— — — — (151)(151)
Balance at June 30, 202019,510 $136,661 $13,409 $650 $(11,485)$139,235 

See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in thousands)
(Unaudited) 
 Six Months Ended
June 30,
 20212020
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:  
Net income$10,946 $9,139 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:  
Provision for doubtful accounts— 17 
Depreciation and amortization5,541 5,070 
Non-cash lease expense2,626 2,257 
Share-based compensation expense2,071 1,130 
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment12 
Deferred income taxes1,753 912 
Purchase of trading investment securities(24)(35)
Proceeds from sale of trading investment securities175 146 
Realized and unrealized (gains) losses on investments(67)
Foreign exchange losses1,572 996 
Changes in assets and liabilities:  
Accounts receivable(2,755)173 
Inventories(3,777)(4,114)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets(918)(1,523)
Other assets(108)(69)
Accounts payable1,079 (138)
Accrued volume incentives and service fees483 1,523 
Accrued liabilities(5,473)59 
Deferred revenue(111)582 
Lease liabilities(2,487)(2,072)
Income taxes payable261 607 
Liability related to unrecognized tax benefits(87)(135)
Deferred compensation payable— (115)
Net cash provided by operating activities10,712 14,420 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:  
Purchases of property, plant and equipment(2,898)(2,210)
Net cash used in investing activities(2,898)(2,210)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:  
Payments of cash dividends(19,858)— 
Principal payments of long-term debt(698)— 
Proceeds from note payable— 5,374 
Payments related to tax withholding for net-share settled equity awards(1,574)— 
Tax benefit from exercise of stock options— (210)
Repurchase of common shares(1,500)— 
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(23,630)5,164 
Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents(1,351)(748)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(17,167)16,626 
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period92,069 53,629 
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period$74,902 $70,255 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:  
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds$2,582 $2,143 
Cash paid for interest111 
 
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
 
(1)    Basis of Presentation
 
We are a natural health and wellness company primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of nutritional and personal care products. We are a Utah corporation with our principal place of business in Lehi, Utah, and sell our products to a sales force of independent consultants who use the products themselves or resell them to consumers.
 
Principles of Consolidation
 
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals), considered necessary for a fair presentation of our financial information as of June 30, 2021, and for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020. The results of operations of any interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2021.
 
These condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 as amended by Form 10-K/A on July 9, 2021.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, in these financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from these estimates due to the uncertainty around the magnitude and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other factors and those differences could have a material effect on our financial position and results of operations.

The significant accounting estimates inherent in the preparation of our financial statements include estimates associated with our determination of liabilities related to independent consultant incentives, the determination of income tax assets and liabilities, certain other non-income tax and value-added tax contingencies, and legal contingencies. In addition, significant estimates form the basis for allowances with respect to inventory valuations. Various assumptions and other factors enter into the determination of these significant estimates. The process of determining significant estimates takes into account historical experience and current and expected economic conditions.

Noncontrolling Interests

Noncontrolling interests changed as a result of the net income attributable to noncontrolling interests of $0.3 million and $0.4 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Net income attributable to the noncontrolling interests was $0.4 million and net income attributable to noncontrolling interests was $0.4 million occurred for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, noncontrolling interests were $2.2 million and $1.8 million, respectively.

Restructuring Related Accruals and Expenses

We recorded $0 and $48,000 of restructuring related expenses during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. We recorded $0 and $0.1 million restructuring related expenses during the three and six months ended June 30, 2020. Accrued severance and restructuring related costs were $13,000 and $0.4 million as of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.

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Recent Accounting Pronouncements
 
In December 2019, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes. This ASU eliminates certain exceptions related to the approach for intraperiod tax allocation, the methodology for calculating taxes during the quarters and the recognition of deferred tax liabilities for outside basis differences. The amendments in this update are effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this ASU did not have a significant impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848): Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting. This ASU provides optional guidance for a limited period of time to ease the potential burden in accounting for (or recognizing the effects of) reference rate reform on financial reporting. The amendments in this update are elective and subject to meeting certain criteria, that have contracts, hedging relationships, and other transactions that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. This could affect balances of right of use assets, lease liabilities, and notes payables. The amendments in this update are effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 21, 2022. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a significant impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

(2)    Inventories
 
The composition of inventories is as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Raw materials$16,360 $13,956 
Work in progress1,736 1,351 
Finished goods32,861 32,376 
Total inventories$50,957 $47,683 

(3)    Investment Securities - Trading
 
Our trading securities portfolio totaled $1.0 million at June 30, 2021, and $1.0 million at December 31, 2020, and generated gains of $50,000 and $93,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and gains of $67,000 and losses of $4,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
 
(4)    Revolving Credit Facility and Other Obligations

On July 11, 2017, we entered into a revolving credit agreement with Bank of America, N.A., with a borrowing limit of $25.0 million (the “Credit Agreement”). On June 11, 2020 the credit agreement was amended to extend the term to mature on July 1, 2023. The amendment also allows for additional borrowings of $15.0 million or up to three separate increases of no less than $5.0 million each. On March 8, 2021, we signed an amendment to the credit agreement that eliminates the Index floor from the calculation of interest. We pay interest on any borrowings under the Credit Agreement, which through March 8, 2021, was at LIBOR, or the Index floor of 0.75 percent, plus 2.25 percent (3.00 percent as of December 31, 2020), and an annual commitment fee of 0.25 percent on the unused portion of the commitment. Interest under the amended Credit Agreement is at LIBOR, plus 2.25 percent (2.35 percent as of June 30, 2021 ), and an annual commitment fee of 0.25 percent on the unused portion of the commitment. We are required to settle our net borrowings under the Credit Agreement only upon maturity, and as a result, have classified prior outstanding borrowings as non-current on our condensed consolidated balance sheet. At June 30, 2021, there was no outstanding balance under the Credit Agreement.

The Credit Agreement contains customary financial covenants, including financial covenants relating to our solvency and leverage. In addition, the Credit Agreement restricts certain capital expenditures, lease expenditures, other indebtedness, liens on assets, guarantees, loans and advances, dividends, mergers, consolidations and transfers of assets except as permitted in the Credit Agreement. The Credit Agreement is collateralized by our manufacturing facility, accounts receivable balance, inventory balance and other assets. As of June 30, 2021, we were in compliance with the debt covenants set forth in the Credit Agreement.

On April 21, 2020, we entered into a credit agreement with Banc of America Leasing and Capital, LLC, with a borrowing limit of $6.0 million (the "Capital Credit Agreement"). On November 19, 2020, we executed on the Capital Credit Agreement and borrowed $3.7 million. We currently do not expect to make any additional borrowings under the Capital Credit
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Agreement. We pay interest on any borrowings under the Capital Credit Agreement at a fixed rate of 3.00 percent and are required to settle our borrowings under the Capital Credit Agreement in 36 monthly payments, of $0.1 million. The Capital Credit Agreement is collateralized by any new equipment purchased under the agreement. As of June 30, 2021, there was $3.0 million outstanding balance under the Capital Credit Agreement, $1.2 million of which was classified as current.

(5)    Net Income Per Share
 
Basic net income per common share (“Basic EPS”), is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per common share (“Diluted EPS”) reflects the potential dilution that could occur if stock options or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock. The computation of Diluted EPS does not assume exercise or conversion of securities that would have an anti-dilutive effect on net income per common share.

Following is a reconciliation of the numerator and denominator of Basic EPS to the numerator and denominator of Diluted EPS for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (dollar and share amounts in thousands, except for per share information):
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2021202020212020
Net income attributable to common shareholders$6,540 $5,754 $10,556 $8,716 
Basic weighted average shares outstanding19,999 19,491 19,897 19,472 
Basic earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.33 $0.30 $0.53 $0.45 
Diluted shares outstanding:    
Basic weighted-average shares outstanding19,999 19,491 19,897 19,472 
Stock-based awards504 292 443 253 
Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding20,503 19,783 20,340 19,725 
Diluted earnings per share attributable to common shareholders$0.32 $0.29 $0.52 $0.44 
Dilutive shares excluded from diluted-per-share amounts:    
Stock options563 844 563 844 
Anti-dilutive shares excluded from diluted-per-share amounts:    
Stock options— 264 — 239 

Potentially dilutive shares excluded from diluted-per-share amounts include performance-based options to purchase shares of common stock for which certain earnings metrics have not been achieved. Potentially anti-dilutive shares excluded from diluted-per-share amounts include both non-qualified stock options and unearned performance-based options to purchase shares of common stock with exercise prices greater than the weighted- average share price during the period and shares that would be anti-dilutive to the computation of diluted net income per share for each of the periods presented.
 
(6)    Capital Transactions
 
Dividends

On March 10, 2021, we announced a special non-recurring cash dividend of $1.00 per common share in an aggregate amount of $19.9 million that was paid on April 5, 2021, to shareholders of record on March 29, 2021. In accordance with the provisions of our 2012 Stock Incentive Plan (the "2012 Incentive Plan"), we are required to make the participant's original grant whole by preventing either dilution or enlargement of the benefits or potential benefits intended by the original grant. The 2012 Incentive Plan also provides our Compensation Committee the discretion to accomplish this. See further discussion in the Share-Based Compensation section of this note.

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The declaration of future dividends is subject to the discretion of our Board of Directors and will depend upon various factors, including our earnings, financial condition, restrictions imposed by any indebtedness that may be outstanding, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors.

Share Repurchase Program

On March 10, 2021, we announced a $15.0 million common share repurchase program. The repurchases may be made from time to time as market conditions warrant and are subject to regulatory considerations. At June 30, 2021, the remaining balance available for repurchases under the program was $13.5 million.

Share-Based Compensation
 
During the year ended December 31, 2012, our shareholders adopted and approved the Nature’s Sunshine Products, Inc. 2012 Stock Incentive Plan. The 2012 Incentive Plan provides for the grant of incentive stock options, non-statutory stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, dividend equivalent rights, performance awards, stock awards and other stock-based awards. The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors has authority and discretion to determine the type of award, as well as the amount, terms and conditions of each award under the 2012 Incentive Plan, subject to the limitations of the 2012 Incentive Plan. A total of 1,500,000 shares of our common stock were originally authorized for the granting of awards under the 2012 Incentive Plan. In 2015, our shareholders approved an amendment to the 2012 Incentive Plan, to increase the number of shares of common stock reserved for issuance by 1,500,000 shares. On May 5, 2021, our shareholders approved the Amended and Restated 2012 Stock Incentive Plan, which among other amendments, increased the number of shares of common stock reserved for issuance by 2,000,000 shares. The number of shares available for awards, as well as the terms of outstanding awards, are subject to adjustment as provided in the 2012 Incentive Plan for stock splits, stock dividends, recapitalizations and other similar events.
 
We have also maintained a stock incentive plan, which was approved by shareholders in 2009 (the “2009 Incentive Plan"), which provided for the grant of incentive stock options, non-statutory stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, dividend equivalent rights, performance awards, stock awards and other stock-based awards. As of June 30, 2021, there were no outstanding awards under the 2009 Incentive Plan.
 
Stock Options
 
Our outstanding stock options include time-based stock options, which vest over differing periods of time ranging from the date of issuance to up to 48 months from the option grant date, and performance-based stock options, which have already vested upon achieving operating income margins of six, eight and ten percent as reported in four of five consecutive quarters over the term of the options.
 
Stock option activity for the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, is as follows (amounts in thousands, except per share information):
 Number of
Shares
Weighted Average
Exercise
Price Per Share
Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
Options outstanding at December 31, 2020226 $12.10 $5.42 
Granted— — — 
Forfeited or canceled— — — 
Exercised(50)12.00 6.62 
Options outstanding at June 30, 2021176 $12.12 $5.08 

There was no share-based compensation expense for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, there was no unrecognized share-based compensation expense related to the grants described above.

As a result of the special dividend, we issued 4,300 shares to outstanding option holders as dividend equivalents in order to keep the participant's original grant whole. Because this modification was required under the provisions of our stock incentive plans, no additional share-based compensation expense was recorded. 


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At June 30, 2021, the aggregate intrinsic value of outstanding and exercisable stock options to purchase 176,000 shares of common stock was $0.9 million. At December 31, 2020, the aggregate intrinsic value of outstanding and exercisable options to purchase 226,000 shares of common stock was $0.7 million.

For the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, we issued 50,000 and 25,000 shares of common stock upon the exercise of stock options at an average exercise price of $12.00 and $5.79 per share, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised during the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, was $0.4 million and $0.1 million, respectively. For the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, the Company recognized $0.2 million and $48,000 of tax benefits from the exercise of stock options, respectively.

As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we did not have any unvested performance-based stock options outstanding.
 
Restricted Stock Units
 
Our outstanding restricted stock units (“RSUs”), include time-based RSUs, which vest over differing periods of time ranging from 12 months to up to 36 months from the RSU grant date, as well as performance-based RSUs, which vest upon achieving targets relating to revenue and earnings growth, earnings-per-share, and/or stock price levels. RSUs granted to members of the Board of Directors contain a restriction period in which the shares are not issued until two years after vesting. At June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, there were 87,000 and 82,000 vested RSUs, respectively, granted to the Board of Directors with a restriction period.

 Restricted stock unit activity for the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, is as follows (amounts in thousands, except per share information):
 Number of
Shares
Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
Restricted Stock Units outstanding at December 31, 20201,179 $6.18 
Granted300 11.86 
Forfeited(30)11.25 
Issued(436)6.07 
Restricted Stock Units outstanding at June 30, 20211,013 8.23 
 
During the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, we granted 300,000 RSUs under the 2012 Incentive Plan to the Board of Directors, executive officers and other employees, which were comprised of both time-based RSUs and share-priced performance-based RSUs. The time-based RSUs were issued with a weighted-average grant date fair value of $18.25 per share and vest in annual installments over a three-year period from the grant date. The share-priced performance-based RSUs were issued with a weighted-average grant date fair value of $13.87 per share and vest upon achieving share-priced targets over a three-year period from the grant date.

Except for share-priced performance RSUs, RSUs are valued at market value on the date of grant, which is the grant date share price discounted for expected dividend payments during the vesting period. For RSUs with post-vesting restrictions, a Finnerty Model was utilized to calculate a valuation discount from the market value of common shares reflecting the restriction embedded in the RSUs preventing the sale of the underlying shares over a certain period of time. Using assumptions previously determined for the application of the option pricing model at the valuation date, the Finnerty Model discount for lack of marketability is approximately 12.7 percent for a common share.

Share-price performance-based RSUs were estimated using the Monte Carlo simulation model. The Monte Carlo simulation model utilizes multiple input variables to estimate the probability that market conditions will be achieved. Our assumptions include a performance period of three years, expected volatility of between 50.0 percent and 54.70 percent, and a range of risk-free rates between 0.3 percent and 2.9 percent.

Share-based compensation expense for RSUs for the three-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, was approximately $0.6 million and $0.5 million, respectively. Share-based compensation expense from RSUs for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, was approximately $1.0 million and $0.8 million, respectively. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the unrecognized share-based compensation expense related to the grants described above, excluding incentive awards discussed below, was $2.6 million and $1.3 million, respectively. The remaining compensation expense is expected to be recognized over the weighted average period of approximately 0.9 years.
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Share-based compensation expense related to performance-based RSUs for the three-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, was $0.5 million and $0.2 million, respectively. Share-based compensation expense related to performance-based RSUs for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, was $0.9 million and $0.3 million, respectively. Should we attain all of the metrics related to performance-based RSU grants, we would recognize up to $2.2 million of potential share-based compensation expense. We currently expect to recognize an additional $2.1 million of that potential share-based compensation expense.

As a result of the special dividend, we issued 22,000 time-based RSUs and 26,200 performance-based RSUs that mirror the original grant time and performance-based vesting targets and requirements as dividend equivalents in order to keep the participant's original grant whole. These awards are included total share granted in the table above. Because this modification was required under the provisions of our stock incentive plans, no additional share-based compensation expense was recorded.

The number of shares issued upon vesting of RSUs granted pursuant to our share-based compensation plans is net of the minimum statutory withholding requirements that we pay on behalf of our employees, which was 121,000 and 24,000 shares for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Although shares withheld are not issued, they are treated as common share repurchases for accounting purposes, as they reduce the number of shares that would have been issued upon vesting. These shares do not count against the authorized capacity under the repurchase program described above. 

(7)    Segment Information
 
We have four business segments (Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America and Other) based primarily upon the geographic region where each segment operates, as well as the internal organization of our officers and their responsibilities. Each of the geographic segments operate under the Nature’s Sunshine Products and Synergy® WorldWide brands. The Latin America and Other segment includes our wholesale business in which we sell products to various locally-managed entities independent of the Company that we have granted distribution rights for the relevant market.

Net sales for each segment have been reduced by intercompany sales as they are not included in the measure of segment profit or loss reviewed by the chief executive officer. We evaluate performance based on contribution margin by segment before consideration of certain inter-segment transfers and expenses.

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Reportable business segment information is as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):

 Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2021202020212020
Net sales:    
Asia$43,536 $32,757 $79,291 $63,715 
Europe21,455 15,465 43,655 36,092 
North America37,372 34,471 75,134 73,228 
Latin America and Other6,615 4,593 13,319 10,177 
Total net sales108,978 87,286 211,399 183,212 
Contribution margin (1):    
Asia18,463 16,052 33,782 30,579 
Europe6,588 5,202 13,384 12,033 
North America16,259 11,904 31,699 26,323 
Latin America and Other3,762 1,946 7,394 4,396 
Total contribution margin45,072 35,104 86,259 73,331 
Selling, general and administrative expenses (2)35,586 28,504 69,138 59,569 
Operating income9,486 6,600 17,121 13,762 
Other income (loss), net529 1,509 (1,404)(901)
Income before provision for income taxes$10,015 $8,109 $15,717 $12,861 
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(1)   Contribution margin consists of net sales less cost of sales and volume incentives expense.

(2)  Service fees in China totaled $3.7 million and $6.5 million for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to $2.9 million and $4.8 million for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2020. These service fees are included in selling, general and administrative expenses.

From an individual country perspective, the United States and South Korea comprise 10 percent or more of consolidated net sales for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):
 
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2021202020212020
Net sales:    
United States$34,378 $32,147 $69,298 $67,986 
South Korea17,546 14,466 32,355 30,855 
Other57,054 40,673 109,746 84,371 
 $108,978 $87,286 $211,399 $183,212 

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Net sales generated by each of our product lines is set forth below (dollar amounts in thousands):
 
 Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
 2021202020212020
Asia    
General health$12,698 $8,263 $23,990 $17,309 
Immune382 179 585 380 
Cardiovascular12,260 9,323 22,163 18,662 
Digestive7,747 8,391 14,618 14,547 
Personal care5,290 1,877 7,814 4,882 
Weight management5,159 4,724 10,121 7,935 
 43,536 32,757 79,291 63,715 
Europe    
General health$9,667 $6,816 $19,139 $14,776 
Immune1,818 1,370 3,834 3,814 
Cardiovascular2,836 2,215 5,828 5,112 
Digestive5,567 3,781 11,107 8,713 
Personal care999 718 2,425 2,469 
Weight management568 565 1,322 1,208 
 21,455 15,465 43,655 36,092 
North America    
General health$16,349 $14,887 $32,619 $30,351 
Immune4,101 5,049 8,975 12,847 
Cardiovascular4,010 3,679 8,235 7,846 
Digestive10,016 7,858 19,479 16,099 
Personal care1,834 1,975 3,653 3,904 
Weight management1,062 1,023 2,173 2,181 
 37,372 34,471 75,134 73,228 
Latin America and Other    
General health$1,873 $1,350 $3,848 $2,964 
Immune697 380 1,508 1,489 
Cardiovascular425 263 903 641 
Digestive3,001 2,264 5,872 4,326 
Personal care398 212 743 464 
Weight management221 124 445 293 
 6,615 4,593 13,319 10,177 
 $108,978 $87,286 $211,399 $183,212 

From an individual country perspective, only the United States comprised 10 percent or more of consolidated property, plant and equipment as follows (dollar amounts in thousands):
 June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Property, plant and equipment:  
United States$48,396 $50,025 
Other3,795 4,330 
Total property, plant and equipment, net$52,191 $54,355 

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Total assets per segment is set forth below (dollar amounts in thousands):
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Assets:  
Asia$89,245 $82,572 
Europe18,453 16,398 
North America116,074 142,324 
Latin America and Other9,418 8,204 
Total assets$233,190 $249,498 

(8)    Income Taxes
 
For the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, our provision for income taxes, as a percentage of income before income taxes was 32.2 percent and 24.4 percent, respectively, compared with a U.S. federal statutory rate of 21.0 percent. For the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, our provision for income taxes, as a percentage of income before income taxes was 30.4 percent and 28.9 percent, respectively, compared with a U.S. federal statutory rate of 21.0 percent.
 
The difference between the effective tax rate and the U.S. federal statutory tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily attributed to an increase in tax liability associated with transfer pricing adjustments, non-deductible executive compensation, and net unfavorable foreign tax related items, partially offset by favorable deductions for stock compensation.

The difference between the effective tax rate and the U.S. federal statutory tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, was primarily attributed to transfer pricing adjustments and foreign losses during those periods that were not expected to provide future tax benefit, as well as net unfavorable foreign tax related items.

The difference between the effective tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to June 30, 2020 is primarily caused by an increase in tax liability associated with transfer pricing adjustments and non-deductible executive compensation, partially offset by favorable deductions for stock compensation.

As the U.S. Department of the Treasury is working on finalizing Treasury Regulations with respect to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Tax Reform Act), future changes could likewise affect recorded deferred tax assets and liabilities in later periods. Management is not aware of any such additional changes that would have a material effect on our results of operations, cash flows or financial position.

Our U.S. federal income tax returns for 2017 through 2019 are open to examination for federal tax purposes. We have several foreign tax jurisdictions that have open tax years from 2014 through 2020.
 
As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we had accrued $5,000 and $0.1 million, respectively, related to unrecognized tax positions.
 
Interim income taxes are based on an estimated annualized effective tax rate applied to the respective quarterly periods, adjusted for discrete tax items in the period in which they occur. Although we believe our tax estimates are reasonable, we can make no assurance that the final tax outcome of these matters will not be different from that which we have reflected in our historical income tax provisions and accruals. Such differences could have a material impact on our income tax provision and operating results in the period in which we make such determination.
 
(9)    Commitments and Contingencies
 
Legal Proceedings
 
We are party to various legal proceedings and disputes. Management cannot predict the ultimate outcome of these matters, individually or in the aggregate, or their resulting effect on our business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows as litigation and related matters are subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable rulings could occur. Were an unfavorable outcome to occur, there exists the possibility of a material adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations, or cash flows for the period in which the ruling occurs and/or future periods. We maintain product liability, general liability and excess liability insurance coverage. However, insurance may not continue to be available at an
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acceptable cost to us, such coverage may not be sufficient to cover one or more large claims, or the insurers may successfully disclaim coverage as to a pending or future claim.
 
Non-Income Tax Contingencies
 
We have reserved for certain state sales and use tax and foreign non-income tax contingencies based on the likelihood of an obligation in accordance with accounting guidance for probable loss contingencies. Loss contingency provisions are recorded for probable losses at management’s best estimate of a loss, or when a best estimate cannot be made, a minimum loss contingency amount is recorded. We provide provisions for potential payments of tax to various tax authorities for contingencies related to non-income tax matters, including value-added taxes and sales tax. We provide provisions for U.S. state sales taxes in each of the states where we have nexus. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, accrued liabilities were $0.2 million and $0.2 million, respectively, related to non-income tax contingencies. While we believe that the assumptions and estimates used to determine contingent liabilities are reasonable, the ultimate outcome of these matters cannot presently be determined. We believe future payments related to these matters could range from $0 to approximately $2.8 million.
 
Other Litigation
 
We are a party to various other legal proceedings and disputes in the United States and foreign jurisdictions. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, accrued liabilities were $0.5 million, respectively, related to the estimated outcome of these proceedings. In addition, we are a party to other litigation where there is a reasonable possibility that a loss may be incurred, either the losses are not considered to be probable or we cannot at this time estimate the loss, if any; therefore, no provision for losses has been provided. We believe future payments related to these matters could range from $0 to approximately $0.3 million.
 
(10)     Related Party Transactions

During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, our joint venture in China, owned 80% percent by us and 20% percent by a wholly owned subsidiary of Fosun Pharma, did not borrow any amounts from the Company or our joint venture partner. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 outstanding borrowings by NSP China from the Company were $3.7 million and $4.8 million, respectively. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 outstanding borrowings by NSP China from our joint venture partner were $0.9 million and $1.2 million, respectively. These notes are payable in less than one year and bear interest of 3.0 percent. The notes between NSP China and the Company eliminate in consolidation.

(11)    Fair Value Measurements
 
The fair value of a financial instrument is the amount that could be received upon the sale of an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Financial assets are marked to bid prices and financial liabilities are marked to offer prices. Fair value measurements do not include transaction costs. A fair value hierarchy is used to prioritize the quality and reliability of the information used to determine fair values of each financial instrument. Categorization within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The fair value hierarchy is defined into the following three categories:
 
Level 1: Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
 
Level 2: Observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data.
 
Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are not corroborated by market data.
 
The following table presents our hierarchy for our assets, measured at fair value on a recurring basis, as of June 30, 2021 (dollar amounts in thousands):
 
 Level 1Level 2Level 3 
 Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical Assets
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
Total
Investment securities - trading$984 $— $— $984 
Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis$984 $— $— $984 
 
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The following table presents our hierarchy for our assets, measured at fair value on a recurring basis, as of December 31, 2020 (dollar amounts in thousands):
 Level 1Level 2Level 3 
 Quoted Prices
in Active
Markets for
Identical Assets
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
Total
Investment securities - trading$989 $— $— $989 
Total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis$989 $— $— $989 
 
Investment securities - trading — Our trading portfolio consists of various marketable securities that are valued using quoted prices in active markets.
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2021, and for the year ended December 31, 2020, there were no fair value measurements using significant other observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3).
 
The carrying amounts reflected on the condensed consolidated balance sheets for cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and accounts payable approximate fair value due to their short-term nature. The carrying value of our debt approximates fair value due to its recent acquisition and short maturity. During the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, we did not have any re-measurements of non-financial assets at fair value on a nonrecurring basis subsequent to their initial recognition.

(12)    Revenue Recognition

Revenue Recognition

Net sales include products and shipping and handling charges, net of estimates for product returns and any related sales incentives or rebates based upon historical information and current trends. Revenue is measured as the amount of consideration we expect to receive in exchange for transferring products. All revenue is recognized when the Company satisfies its performance obligations under the contract. We recognize revenue by transferring the promised products to the customer, with revenue recognized at shipping point, the point in time the customer obtains control of the products. The majority of our contracts have a single performance obligation and are short term in nature. Contracts with multiple performance obligations are insignificant. Sales taxes and value-added taxes in the United States and foreign jurisdictions that are collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities are accounted for on a net basis and therefore are excluded from net sales. Amounts received for unshipped merchandise are recorded as deferred revenue.

A reserve for product returns is recorded based upon historical experience and current trends. We allow independent consultants to return the unused portion of products within ninety days of purchase if they are not satisfied with the product. In some of our markets, the requirements to return product are more restrictive.

From time to time, our U.S. operations extend short-term credit associated with product promotions. In addition, for certain of our international operations, we offer credit terms consistent with industry standards within the country of operation.

Volume incentives and other sales incentives or rebates are a significant part of our direct sales marketing program and represent commission payments made to independent consultants. These payments are designed to provide incentives for reaching higher sales levels. The amount of volume incentive expense recognized is determined based upon the amount of qualifying purchases in a given month and recorded as volume incentive expense. Payments to independent consultants for sales incentives or rebates related to their own purchases are recorded as a reduction of revenue. Some payments for sales incentives are processed daily; while others, including rebates, are calculated monthly based upon qualifying sales.

Contract Liabilities - Customer Loyalty Programs

Historically, we have offered loyalty point programs which allowed customers to earn loyalty points on personal orders. Loyalty points were recorded as contract liabilities in deferred revenue. These programs were accounted for as a reduction in the transaction price and generally recognized as points that were redeemed for additional products. During the year ended December 31, 2020 these programs were discontinued. As of June 30, 2021, there were no outstanding loyalty points.

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Disaggregation of Revenue

Our products are grouped into six principal categories: general health, immune, cardiovascular, digestive, personal care and weight management. We have four business segments that are based primarily upon the geographic region where each segment operates. Each of the geographic segments operate under the Nature’s Sunshine Products and Synergy® WorldWide brands. See Note 7, Segment Information, for further information on our reportable segments and presentation of disaggregated revenue by reportable segment and product category.

Practical Expedients and Exemptions

We have made the accounting policy election to treat shipping and handling as a fulfillment activity rather than a promised service under Topic 606.

We generally expense volume incentives when incurred because the amortization period would have been one year or less.

All of our contracts with customers have a duration of less than one year. The value of any unsatisfied performance obligations is insignificant.
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Item 2.                            MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
 
The following Management’s Discussion and Analysis should be read in conjunction with the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in this report, as well as the consolidated financial statements, the notes thereto, and management’s discussion and analysis included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, and our other reports filed since the date of such Form 10-K.
 
OVERVIEW
 
We are a natural health and wellness company primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of nutritional and personal care products. We are a Utah corporation with our principal place of business in Lehi, Utah, and sell our products to a sales force of independent consultants who use the products themselves or resell them to consumers.

Our independent consultants market and sell our products to customers and sponsor other independent consultants who also market our products to customers. Our sales are highly dependent upon the number and productivity of our independent consultants. Growth in sales volume generally requires an increase in the productivity of our independent consultants and/or growth in the total number of independent consultants. We seek to motivate and provide incentives to our independent consultants by offering high quality products and providing independent consultants with product support, training seminars, sales conventions, travel programs and financial incentives.

In or about December 2019, a novel strain of coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2 "COVID-19", began aggressively spreading throughout the world, including all the primary markets where we conduct business. As COVID-19 has spread throughout the world, it has impacted our markets differently. At various times during the course of the pandemic and throughout our markets, governments have issued orders and restrictions that have limited the ability of our consultants to meet with consumers, put downward pressure on our sales in many of our markets and added substantial uncertainties to our global supply chain. However, despite such restrictions, we experienced an increase in sales during the second quarter due primarily to increased demand for nutritional supplements. Although we are taking appropriate actions to mitigate the effects COVID-19 may have on our business, such actions may ultimately be insufficient to avoid substantial impact on the consolidated financial statement or material health of the Company. At this time, the duration of any business disruption and related financial impact cannot be reasonably estimated.

In the second quarter of 2021, we experienced an increase in our consolidated net sales of 24.9 percent (or 20.7 percent in local currencies) compared to the same period in 2020. Asia net sales increased approximately 32.9 percent (or 26.0 percent in local currencies) compared to the same period in 2020. Europe net sales increased approximately 38.7 percent (or 33.9 percent in local currencies) compared to the same period in 2020. North America net sales increased approximately 8.4 percent (or 7.4 percent in local currencies) compared to the same period in 2020. Latin America and Other net sales increased approximately 44.0 percent (or 39.1 percent in local currencies) compared to the same period in 2020. The weakening of the U.S. dollar versus the local currencies, primarily in our Asian and European markets, resulted in an approximate 4.2 percent, or $3.6 million, increase of our net sales during the quarter.

Selling, general and administrative expenses during the three months ended June 30, 2021, increased $7.1 million compared to the same period in 2020, and remained consistent as a percentage of net sales at 32.7 percent. The dollar increase was primarily related to increased selling costs intended to drive growth, including the rollout of a new compensation plan for independent consultants, introduction of virtual events, as well as growth in markets with higher variable costs.

As an international business, we have significant sales and costs denominated in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar. Sales in international markets denominated in foreign currencies are expected to continue to represent a substantial portion of our sales. Likewise, we expect foreign markets with functional currencies other than the U.S. Dollar will continue to represent a substantial portion of our overall sales and related operating expenses. Accordingly, changes in foreign currency exchange rates could materially affect sales and costs or the comparability of sales and costs from period to period as a result of translating foreign markets financial statements into our reporting currency.

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
 
The following table summarizes our unaudited consolidated operating results from continuing operations in U.S. dollars and as a percentage of net sales for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (dollar amounts in thousands):

 
 Three Months Ended
June 30, 2021
Three Months Ended
June 30, 2020
Change
 Total
dollars
Percent of
net sales
Total
dollars
Percent of
net sales
Total
dollars
Percentage 
Net sales$108,978 100.0 %$87,286 100.0 %$21,692 24.9 %
Cost of sales28,463 26.1 23,017 26.4 5,446 23.7 
Gross profit80,515 73.9 64,269 73.6 16,246 25.3 
Volume incentives35,443 32.5 29,165 33.4 6,278 21.5 
SG&A expenses35,586 32.7 28,504 32.7 7,082 24.8 
Operating income9,486 8.7 6,600 7.6 2,886 43.7 
Other income, net529 0.5 1,509 1.7 (980)(64.9)
Income before income taxes
10,015 9.2 8,109 9.3 1,906 23.5 
Provision for income taxes3,221 3.0 1,976 2.3 1,245 63.0 
Net income$6,794 6.2 %$6,133 7.0 %$661 10.8 %

The following table summarizes our unaudited consolidated operating results from continuing operations in U.S. dollars and as a percentage of net sales for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (dollar amounts in thousands):

 
 Six Months Ended
June 30, 2021
Six Months Ended
June 30, 2020
Change
 Total
dollars
Percent of
net sales
Total
dollars
Percent of
net sales
Total
dollars
Percentage 
Net sales$211,399 100.0 %$183,212 100.0 %$28,187 15.4 %
Cost of sales55,442 26.2 47,698 26.0 7,744 16.2 
Gross profit155,957 73.8 135,514 74.0 20,443 15.1 
Volume incentives69,698 33.0 62,183 33.9 7,515 12.1 
SG&A expenses69,138 32.7 59,569 32.5 9,569 16.1 
Operating income17,121 8.1 13,762 7.5 3,359 24.4 
Other loss, net(1,404)(0.7)(901)(0.5)(503)(55.8)
Income before income taxes
15,717 7.4 12,861 7.0 2,856 22.2 
Provision for income taxes4,771 2.3 3,722 2.0 1,049 28.2 
Net income$10,946 5.2 %$9,139 5.0 %$1,807 19.8 %

 Net Sales
 
International operations have provided, and are expected to continue to provide, a significant portion of our total net sales. As a result, total net sales will continue to be affected by fluctuations in the U.S. dollar against foreign currencies. In order to provide a framework for assessing how our underlying businesses performed excluding the effect of foreign currency fluctuations, in addition to comparing the percent change in net sales from one period to another in U.S. dollars, we present net sales excluding the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations. We compare the percentage change in net sales from one period to another period by excluding the effects of foreign currency exchange as shown below. Net sales excluding the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations is not a U.S. GAAP financial measure and removes from net sales in U.S. dollars the impact of changes in exchange rates between the U.S. dollar and the functional currencies of our foreign subsidiaries, by translating the current period net sales into U.S. dollars using the same foreign currency exchange rates that were used to translate the net sales for the previous comparable period. We believe presenting the impact of foreign currency fluctuations is useful to investors because it allows a more meaningful comparison of net sales of our foreign operations from period to period. However, net sales excluding the impact of foreign currency fluctuations should not be considered in isolation or as an alternative to net sales in U.S. dollar measures that reflect current period exchange rates, or to other financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Throughout the last five years, foreign currency exchange rates have fluctuated significantly. See Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.
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The following table summarizes the changes in net sales by operating segment with a reconciliation to net sales excluding the impact of currency fluctuations for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (dollar amounts in thousands): 
 Net Sales by Operating Segment
 Three Months Ended
June 30, 2021
Three Months Ended
June 30, 2020
Percent
Change
Impact of
Currency
Exchange
Percent
Change
Excluding
Impact of
Currency
Asia$43,536 $32,757 32.9 %$2,271 26.0 %
Europe21,455 15,465 38.7 753 33.9 
North America37,372 34,471 8.4 339 7.4 
Latin America and Other6,615 4,593 44.0 225 39.1 
 $108,978 $87,286 24.9 %$3,588 20.7 %

The following table summarizes the changes in net sales by operating segment with a reconciliation to net sales excluding the impact of currency fluctuations for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (dollar amounts in thousands): 

 Net Sales by Operating Segment
 Six Months Ended
June 30, 2021
Six Months Ended
June 30, 2020
Percent
Change
Impact of
Currency
Exchange
Percent
Change
Excluding
Impact of
Currency
Asia$79,291 $63,715 24.4 %$4,244 17.8 %
Europe43,655 36,092 21.0 1,374 17.1 
North America75,134 73,228 2.6 495 1.9 
Latin America and Other13,319 10,177 30.9 168 29.2 
 $211,399 $183,212 15.4 %$6,281 12.0 %
 
Consolidated net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were $109.0 million and $211.4 million, respectively, compared to $87.3 million and $183.2 million for the same period in 2020, which represents increases of 24.9 percent and 15.4 percent, respectively. The increase for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily related to notable product sales growth in all of our operating segments. Excluding the impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, consolidated net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 20.7 percent and 12.0 percent, respectively, from the same periods in 2020.

Asia

Net sales related to Asia for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were $43.5 million and $79.3 million, respectively, compared to $32.8 million and $63.7 million for the same periods in 2020, or increases of 32.9 percent and 24.4 percent, respectively. In local currency, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 26.0 percent and 17.8 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020.
Notable activity in the following markets contributed to the results of Asia:

In our South Korea market, net sales increased $3.1 million and $1.5 million, or increased 21.3 percent and 4.9 percent, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. In local currency, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 11.6 percent and decreased 2.8 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. The increase for the three months and decrease for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily the result of fluctuations in the severity of government restrictions in the market intended to slow the spread of COVID-19, that impacted attendance at consultant meetings.

In our Japan market, net sales increased $2.3 million and $4.8 million, or 35.5 percent and 41.2 percent, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. In local currencies, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 37.5 percent and 40.4 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in
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2020. We attribute the growth in net sales primarily to product promotions intended to stimulate activity as well as an increase in demand for nutritional supplements as a result of COVID-19.

In our China market, net sales increased $1.9 million and $4.6 million, or 22.3 percent and 32.5 percent, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. In local currencies, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 15.1 percent and 24.2 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. Although net sales in 2020 were affected by government restrictions in the market intended to slow the spread of COVID-19, we attribute the growth in net sales primarily to initiatives designed to increase independent service providers’ engagement levels and gain market share.

Europe

Net sales related to Europe for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were $21.5 million and $43.7 million, respectively, compared to $15.5 million and $36.1 million for the same periods in 2020, or increases of 38.7 percent and 21.0 percent. In local currency, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 33.9 percent and 17.1 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. The functional currency for many of these markets is the U.S. Dollar which reduces the effect from foreign currency fluctuations. Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates had favorable impacts on net sales of $0.8 million and $1.4 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Net sales increased primarily as a result of the relative stabilization of the Russian ruble against the U.S. dollar and product promotions that have improved consultant engagement as well as an increase in demand for nutritional supplements as a result of COVID-19, among other factors.

North America

Net sales related to North America for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were $37.4 million and $75.1 million, respectively, compared to $34.5 million and $73.2 million for the same periods in 2020, or increases of 8.4 percent and 2.6 percent. In local currency, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 7.4 percent and 1.9 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020.

In the United States, net sales increased $2.2 million and $1.3 million, or 6.9 percent and 1.9 percent, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. The year-to-date increase in the market is due to several factors including, among others, rebranding and rebuilding efforts of the Nature's Sunshine brand and consultant tools in the U.S. and an increase in demand for nutritional supplements in the U.S. as a result of the continued spread of COVID-19.

Latin America and Other

Net sales related to Latin America and Other markets for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were $6.6 million and $13.3 million, respectively, compared to $4.6 million and $10.2 million for the same periods in 2020, or increases of 44.0 percent and 30.9 percent. In local currency, net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, increased 39.1 percent and 29.2 percent, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. Fluctuations in foreign currency had favorable impacts on net sales of $0.2 million and $0.2 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. The increase for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily the result of changes in the independent consultant compensation plan as well as an increase in demand for nutritional supplements and new product offerings.

Further information related to our Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America and Other business segments is set forth in Note 7 to the Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in Part 1, Item 1 of this report.

 Cost of Sales
 
Cost of sales as a percent of net sales was 26.1 percent and 26.2 percent for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to 26.4 percent and 26.0 percent for the same periods in 2020. The decrease in cost of sales percentage for the three months ended June 30, 2021 is primarily due to changes in market mix and reserves taken in the prior year. The increase in cost of sales percentage for the six months ended June 30, 2021 is due primarily to increased transportation costs and changes in market mix.
 
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Volume Incentives

Volume incentives expense as a percent of net sales was 32.5 percent and 33.0 percent for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to 33.4 percent and 33.9 percent for the same periods in 2020. These payments are designed to provide incentives for reaching certain sales levels. Volume incentives vary slightly, on a percentage basis, by product due to pricing policies and commission plans in place in our various operations. We do not pay volume incentives in China, instead we pay independent service fees, which are included in selling, general and administrative expenses. Volume incentives as a percentage of net sales can fluctuate based on promotional activity and mix of sales by market. The decrease in volume incentives as a percent of net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 is primarily due to change in market mix, reflecting growth in markets where volume incentives as a percentage of net sales are lower than the consolidated average, and the growth in NSP China.
 
Selling, General and Administrative
 
Selling, general and administrative expenses represent operating expenses, components of which include labor and benefits, sales events, professional fees, travel and entertainment, marketing, occupancy costs, communications costs, bank fees, depreciation and amortization, independent services fees paid in China, and other miscellaneous operating expenses.

Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $7.1 million and $9.6 million, respectively, to $35.6 million and $69.1 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020. Selling, general and administrative expenses were 32.7 percent of net sales for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to 32.7 percent and 32.5 percent for the same periods in 2020. The dollar increase in selling, general and administrative expenses for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily related to increased selling costs intended to drive growth, as well as growth in markets with higher variable costs.

Other Income (Loss), Net
 
Other income (loss), net, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, were gains of $0.5 million and losses of $1.4 million, respectively, compared to gains of $1.5 million and losses of $0.9 million during the same periods in 2020, respectively. Other income (loss), for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 primarily consisted of foreign exchange gains and losses as a result of net changes in foreign currencies primarily in Asia, Europe and Latin America.
 
Income Taxes

For the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, our provision for income taxes, as a percentage of income before income taxes was 32.2 percent and 24.4 percent, respectively, compared with a U.S. federal statutory rate of 21.0 percent. For the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, our provision for income taxes, as a percentage of income before income taxes was 30.4 percent and 28.9 percent, respectively, compared with a U.S. federal statutory rate of 21.0 percent.
 
The difference between the effective tax rate and the U.S. federal statutory tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, was primarily attributed to an increase in tax liability associated with transfer pricing adjustments, non-deductible executive compensation, and net unfavorable foreign tax related items, partially offset by favorable deductions for stock compensation.

The difference between the effective tax rate and the U.S. federal statutory tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, was primarily attributed to transfer pricing adjustments and foreign losses during those periods that were not expected to provide future tax benefit as well as net unfavorable foreign tax related items.

The difference between the effective tax rate for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to June 30, 2020 is primarily caused by an increase in tax liability associated with transfer pricing adjustments and non-deductible executive compensation, partially offset by favorable deductions for stock compensation.

Our U.S. federal income tax returns for 2017 through 2019 are open to examination for federal tax purposes. We have several foreign tax jurisdictions that have open tax years from 2014 through 2020.
 
As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, we had had accrued $5,000 and $0.1 million, respectively, related to unrecognized tax positions.

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Product Categories
 
Our line of over 700 products includes several different product classifications, such as immune, cardiovascular, digestive, personal care, weight management and other general health products. We purchase herbs and other raw materials in bulk and, after quality control testing, we formulate, encapsulate, tablet or concentrate them, label and package them for shipment. Most of our products are manufactured at our facility in Spanish Fork, Utah. Contract manufacturers produce some of our products in accordance with our specifications and standards. We have implemented quality control procedures to verify that our contract manufacturers have complied with our specifications and standards.

See Note 7, Segment Information, for a summary of the U.S. dollar amounts from the sale of general health, immune, cardiovascular, digestive, personal care and weight management products for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, by business segment.
 
Distribution and Marketing
 
We market our products primarily through our network of independent consultants, who market our products to customers through direct selling techniques and sponsor other independent consultants who also market our products to customers. We seek to motivate and provide incentives to our independent consultants by offering high quality products and providing independent consultants with product support, training seminars, sales conventions, travel programs and financial incentives.

Our products sold in the United States are shipped directly from our manufacturing and warehouse facilities located in Spanish Fork, Utah, as well as from our regional warehouses located in Georgia, Ohio and Texas. Many of our international operations maintain warehouse facilities and inventory to supply their independent consultants. However, in foreign markets where we do not maintain warehouse facilities, we have contracted with third-parties to distribute our products and provide support services to our force of independent consultants.

In the United States, we generally sell our products on a cash or credit card basis. From time to time, our U.S. operations extend short-term credit associated with product promotions. For certain of our international operations, we use independent distribution centers and offer credit terms that are generally consistent with industry standards within each respective country.

We pay sales commissions, or “volume incentives” to our independent consultants based upon their own product sales and the product sales of their sales organization. As an exception, in NSP China, we do not pay volume incentives; rather, we pay independent service fees, which are included in selling, general and administrative expense. These volume incentives are recorded as an expense in the year earned. The amounts of volume incentives that we expensed during the quarters ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, are set forth in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 1 of this report. In addition to the opportunity to receive volume incentives, independent Managers who attain certain levels of monthly product sales are eligible for additional incentive programs including automobile allowances, sales convention privileges and travel awards.
 
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
 
Our principal use of cash is to pay for operating expenses, including volume incentives, inventory and raw material purchases, capital assets and funding of international expansion. As of June 30, 2021, working capital was $78.7 million, compared to $84.4 million as of December 31, 2020. At June 30, 2021, we had $74.9 million in cash, of which $15.3 million was held in the U.S. and $59.6 million was held in foreign markets and may be subject to various withholding taxes and other restrictions related to repatriation before becoming available to be used along with the normal cash flows from operations to fund any unanticipated shortfalls in future cash flows.
 
Our net consolidated cash inflows (outflows) are as follows (in thousands):
 Six Months Ended June 30,
 20212020
Operating activities$10,712 $14,420 
Investing activities(2,898)(2,210)
Financing activities(23,630)5,164 
 
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Operating Activities
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2021, operating activities provided cash of $10.7 million, compared to $14.4 million in the same period in 2020. Operating cash flows decreased primarily due to an investment in inventory and timing of accounts receivable payments.

Investing Activities
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2021, investing activities used $2.9 million, compared to $2.2 million for the same period in 2020. Capital expenditures related to the purchase of equipment, computer systems and software for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, were $2.9 million and $2.2 million, respectively.

Financing Activities
 
For the six months ended June 30, 2021, financing activities used $23.6 million, compared to providing $5.2 million in cash for the same period in 2020.

During the six months ended June 30, 2021, we used cash to pay a special non-recurring cash dividend of $1.00 per common share in an aggregate amount of $19.9 million.

During the six months ended June 30, 2021, we used cash to repurchase 77,000 shares of our common stock under the share repurchase program for $1.5 million. At June 30, 2021, the remaining balance available for repurchases under the program was $13.5 million.

We maintain a revolving credit agreement with Bank of America, N.A (the “Credit Agreement”), as well as a credit agreement with Banc of America Leasing and Capital, LLC (the "Capital Credit Agreement"). During the six months ended June 30, 2021, we made no additional borrowings from either agreement. At June 30, 2021, there was no outstanding balance under the Credit Agreement. During the six months ended June 30, 2021 we made monthly payments of $0.1 million pursuant to the Capital Credit Agreement. As of June 30, 2021, there was $3.0 million outstanding balance under the Capital Credit Agreement, $1.2 million of which was classified as current. Our debt obligations are discussed in greater detail in Note 4, Revolving Credit Facility and Other Obligations, to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 1, Part 1 of this report.

We believe that cash generated from operations, along with available cash and cash equivalents, will be sufficient to fund our normal operating needs, including capital expenditures, on both a short- and long-term basis.

In addition, other things such as a prolonged economic downturn, a decrease in demand for our products, an unfavorable settlement of our unrecognized tax positions or non-income tax contingencies could adversely affect our long-term liquidity.

OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS

We have no off-balance sheet arrangements.
 
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES
 
Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and form the basis for the following discussion and analysis on critical accounting policies and estimates. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. On a regular basis, we evaluate our estimates and assumptions. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results could differ from these estimates and those differences could have a material effect on our financial position and results of operations. We have discussed the development, selection and disclosure of these estimates with the Board of Directors and our Audit Committee.

A summary of our significant accounting policies is provided in Note 1 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 8 of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. We believe the critical accounting policies and estimates described below reflect our more significant estimates and assumptions used in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements. The impact and any associated risks on our business that are related to
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these policies are also discussed throughout this “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” where such policies affect reported and expected financial results.
 
Revenue Recognition
 
Our revenue recognition practices are discussed in Note 12, Revenue Recognition, to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in Item 1, Part 1 of this report.
 
Inventories
 
Inventories are adjusted to lower of cost and net realizable value, using the first-in, first-out method. The components of inventory cost include raw materials, labor and overhead. To estimate any necessary adjustments, various assumptions are made in regard to excess or slow-moving inventories, non-conforming inventories, expiration dates, current and future product demand, production planning and market conditions. If future demand and market conditions are less favorable than our assumptions, additional inventory adjustments could be required.

Incentive Trip Accrual
 
We accrue for expenses associated with our direct sales program, which rewards independent consultants with paid attendance for incentive trips, including our conventions and meetings. Expenses associated with incentive trips are accrued over qualification periods as they are earned. We specifically analyze incentive trip accruals based on historical and current sales trends as well as contractual obligations when evaluating the adequacy of the incentive trip accrual. Actual results could generate liabilities more or less than the amounts recorded.

Contingencies
 
We are involved in certain legal proceedings and disputes. When a loss is considered probable in connection with litigation or non-income tax contingencies and when such loss can be reasonably estimated with a range, we record our best estimate within the range related to the contingency. If there is no best estimate, we record the minimum of the range. As additional information becomes available, we assess the potential liability related to the contingency and revise the estimates. Revision in estimates of the potential liabilities could materially affect our results of operations in the period of adjustment. Our contingencies are discussed in further detail in Note 10, “Commitments and Contingencies”, to the Notes of our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, of Item 1, Part 1 of this report.
 
Income Taxes
 
Our provision for income taxes, deferred tax assets and liabilities and contingent reserves reflect management’s best assessment of estimated future taxes to be paid. We are subject to income taxes in both the United States and numerous foreign jurisdictions. Significant judgments and estimates are required in determining our consolidated provision for income taxes.

Deferred income taxes arise from temporary differences between the tax and financial statement recognition of revenue and expense. In evaluating our ability to recover our deferred tax assets, management considers all available positive and negative evidence, including scheduled reversals of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income, tax planning strategies and recent financial operations. In projecting future taxable income, we develop assumptions including the amount of future state, federal and foreign pretax operating income, the reversal of temporary differences, and the implementation of feasible and prudent tax planning strategies. These assumptions require significant judgment about the forecasts of future taxable income, and are consistent with the plans and estimates that we are using to manage the underlying businesses. Valuation allowances are recorded as reserves against net deferred tax assets by us when it is determined that net deferred tax assets are not likely to be realized in the foreseeable future.

Changes in tax laws and rates could also affect recorded deferred tax assets and liabilities in the future. Management is not aware of any such changes that would have a material effect on our results of operations, cash flows or financial position.

The calculation of our tax liabilities involves dealing with uncertainties in the application of complex tax laws and regulations in a multitude of jurisdictions across our global operations. Income tax positions must meet a more-likely-than-not recognition threshold to be recognized.

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Item 3            QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
 
We conduct business in several countries and intend to grow our international operations. Net sales, operating income and net income are affected by fluctuations in currency exchange rates, interest rates and other uncertainties inherent in doing business and selling product in more than one currency. In addition, our operations are exposed to risks associated with changes in social, political and economic conditions inherent in international operations, including changes in the laws and policies that govern international investment in countries where we have operations, as well as, to a lesser extent, changes in U.S. laws and regulations relating to international trade and investment. For further information, see Part II, Item 7A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.
 
Item 4.         CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
 
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
 
Our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) are designed to provide reasonable assurance that the information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in rules and forms adopted by the SEC, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures. Our management, under the supervision and with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of June 30, 2021. Based on this evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2021, at the reasonable assurance level.
 
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
 
There were no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the quarter ended June 30, 2021, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II OTHER INFORMATION
 
Item 1.                     LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
 
None.
 
Item 1A.            RISK FACTORS
 
In addition to the information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the risks discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, which could have a material adverse effect on our business or consolidated financial statements, results of operations, and cash flows. Additional risks not currently known, or risks that are currently believed to be not material, may also impair business operations. There have been no material changes to our risk factors since the filing of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.

Item 2.                     UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
 
The following table summarizes the purchases of our common stock during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2021:

PeriodsTotal Number of Shares Purchased
(in thousands)
Average Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs
 (in thousands)
Maximum Dollar Value of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs(1)
(in thousands)
April 1, 2021 to April 30, 2021— $— — 
May 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021— — — 
June 1, 2021 to June 30, 202177 $19.43 77 
Total77 77 $13,500 

(1) On March 10, 2021, we announced a $15 million common share repurchase program. The repurchases may be made from time to time as market conditions warrant and are subject to regulatory considerations. We purchased 77,000 shares of our common stock during the quarter ended June 30, 2021 under the terms of this Board approved plan.

The actual timing, number, and value of common shares repurchased under our board-approved plan will be determined at our discretion and will depend on a number of factors, including, among others, general market and business conditions, the trading price of common shares, and applicable legal requirements. We have no obligation to repurchase any common shares under the authorization, and the repurchase plan may be suspended, discontinued, or modified at any time for any reason.
 
Item 3.                     DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
 
None.
 
Item 4.                     MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

Not applicable.
 
Item 5.                     OTHER INFORMATION
 
None.
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Item 6.                     EXHIBITS
 
a)             Index to Exhibits
 
Item No. Exhibit
31.1(1) 
31.2(1) 
32.1(1) 
32.2(1) 
101.INS Inline XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.LAB Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
101.DEF Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
104Cover page Interactive Data File (the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within iXBRL (Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language) document)
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(1)    Filed currently herewith.

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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.
 
Natures Sunshine Products, Inc.
  
Date:August 5, 2021/s/ Terrence O. Moorehead
 Terrence O. Moorehead,
President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
Date:August 5, 2021/s/ Joseph W. Baty
 Joseph W. Baty,
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
(Principal Financial Officer)


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