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PATRICK INDUSTRIES INC - Quarter Report: 2021 September (Form 10-Q)



UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
 
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED September 26, 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 000-03922
 
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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Indiana35-1057796
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
                              
107 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, P.O. Box 638
ELKHART, IN
46515
(Address of principal executive offices) (ZIP Code)
 (574) 294-7511
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
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 No
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 No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.                             
Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer
 
Non-accelerated filer
 
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. [  ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).         Yes ☐ No
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
 Common Stock, no par value PATKNASDAQ
As of October 22, 2021, there were 23,656,016 shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding. 




PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.

 TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Page No.
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION 
  
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
   Third Quarter and Nine Months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
   Third Quarter and Nine Months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
   September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
   Nine Months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity
   Third Quarter and Nine Months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
 
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
 
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
 
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
 
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
 
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
 
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
 
ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
 
SIGNATURES

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PART 1: FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Unaudited)

Third Quarter EndedNine Months Ended
(thousands except per share data)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
NET SALES$1,060,177 $700,707 $2,930,613 $1,713,984 
Cost of goods sold852,016 567,210 2,356,443 1,397,285 
GROSS PROFIT208,161 133,497 574,170 316,699 
Operating Expenses:    
  Warehouse and delivery35,885 25,263 100,613 70,204 
  Selling, general and administrative64,245 38,184 175,842 105,681 
  Amortization of intangible assets14,758 10,221 40,695 29,600 
    Total operating expenses114,888 73,668 317,150 205,485 
OPERATING INCOME93,273 59,829 257,020 111,214 
Interest expense, net15,436 10,507 41,195 31,820 
Income before income taxes77,837 49,322 215,825 79,394 
Income taxes20,440 11,986 51,930 20,157 
NET INCOME$57,397 $37,336 $163,895 $59,237 
BASIC NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $2.52 $1.65 $7.18 $2.60 
DILUTED NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $2.45 $1.62 $7.01 $2.57 
Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic 22,78922,67422,82622,784
Weighted average shares outstanding – Diluted 23,40323,07223,37523,088
See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.




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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Unaudited)

Third Quarter EndedNine Months Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
NET INCOME$57,397 $37,336 $163,895 $59,237 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gain (loss) of hedge derivatives1,031 989 3,024 (1,553)
Other74 60 4 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)1,105 1,049 3,028 (1,545)
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME$58,502 $38,385 $166,923 $57,692 

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited)
As of
(thousands)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
ASSETS
Current Assets
    Cash and cash equivalents$44,882 $44,767 
    Trade and other receivables, net292,932 132,505 
    Inventories485,766 312,809 
    Prepaid expenses and other39,205 37,982 
        Total current assets862,785 528,063 
Property, plant and equipment, net309,170 251,493 
Operating lease right-of-use assets142,719 117,816 
Goodwill478,955 395,800 
Intangible assets, net558,040 456,276 
Other non-current assets6,789 3,987 
        TOTAL ASSETS$2,358,458 $1,753,435 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities
    Current maturities of long-term debt$7,500 $7,500 
    Current operating lease liabilities36,955 30,901 
    Accounts payable219,153 105,786 
    Accrued liabilities145,865 83,202 
        Total current liabilities409,473 227,389 
Long-term debt, less current maturities, net1,077,664 810,907 
Long-term operating lease liabilities107,753 88,175 
Deferred tax liabilities, net49,344 39,516 
Other long-term liabilities22,176 28,007 
        TOTAL LIABILITIES1,666,410 1,193,994 
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY  
Common stock195,402 180,892 
Additional paid-in-capital23,981 24,387 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(3,024)(6,052)
Retained earnings475,689 360,214 
        TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY692,048 559,441 
        TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY$2,358,458 $1,753,435 

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)
Nine Months Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES  
Net income$163,895 $59,237 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: 
Depreciation and amortization 76,298 52,955 
Stock-based compensation expense17,307 11,177 
Amortization of convertible notes debt discount5,528 5,302 
Deferred income taxes6,540 (4,057)
Other non-cash items1,644 3,521 
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions of businesses: 
Trade and other receivables, net(142,550)(78,701)
Inventories(127,464)(12,885)
Prepaid expenses and other assets(593)23,787 
Accounts payable, accrued liabilities and other146,812 52,422 
Net cash provided by operating activities147,417 112,758 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Capital expenditures(44,155)(22,159)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment140 117 
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired(297,701)(123,382)
Other(2,000)— 
Net cash used in investing activities(343,716)(145,424)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Term debt borrowings58,750 — 
Term debt repayments(3,125)(2,500)
Borrowings on revolver425,930 8,198 
Repayments on revolver(565,475)(8,198)
Proceeds from senior notes offering350,000 — 
Stock repurchases under buyback program(31,945)(20,286)
Cash dividends paid to shareholders(19,487)(17,265)
Taxes paid for share-based payment arrangements(14,898)(2,910)
Payment of deferred financing costs and other(6,638)(58)
Payment of contingent consideration from a business acquisition(1,600)(2,000)
Proceeds from exercise of common stock options4,902 642 
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities196,414 (44,377)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents115 (77,043)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year44,767 139,390 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$44,882 $62,347 

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (Unaudited)
Third Quarter Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)Common
Stock
Additional Paid-in CapitalAccumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss
Treasury StockRetained
Earnings
Total
Balance June 27, 2021$191,131 $24,387 $(4,129)$(21,550)$453,432 $643,271 
Net income    57,397 57,397 
Dividends declared    (6,613)(6,613)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax  1,105   1,105 
Share repurchases under buyback program(999)(135)  (9,261)(10,395)
Retirement of treasury stock(2,013)(271) 21,550 (19,266) 
Repurchases of shares for tax payments related to the vesting and exercise of share-based grants(13)    (13)
Issuance of shares upon exercise of common stock options325     325 
Stock-based compensation expense6,971     6,971 
Balance September 26, 2021$195,402 $23,981 $(3,024)$ $475,689 $692,048 
Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)Common
Stock
Additional Paid-in CapitalAccumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss
Treasury StockRetained
Earnings
Total
Balance December 31, 2020$180,892 $24,387 $(6,052)$— $360,214 $559,441 
Net income    163,895 163,895 
Dividends declared    (19,893)(19,893)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax  3,028   3,028 
Share repurchases under buyback program(999)(135) (21,550)(9,261)(31,945)
Retirement of Treasury Stock(2,013)(271) 21,550 (19,266) 
Repurchases of shares for tax payments related to the vesting and exercise of share-based grants(14,898)    (14,898)
Issuance of shares in connection with a business combination10,211     10,211 
Issuance of shares upon exercise of common stock options4,902     4,902 
Stock-based compensation expense17,307     17,307 
Balance September 26, 2021$195,402 $23,981 $(3,024)$ $475,689 $692,048 




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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (Unaudited) (cont.)

Third Quarter Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)Common
Stock
Additional Paid-in CapitalAccumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss
Treasury StockRetained
Earnings
Total
Balance June 28, 2020$173,178 $24,534 $(8,292)$— $303,848 $493,268 
Net income— — — 37,336 37,336 
Dividends declared— — — (5,865)(5,865)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax— — 1,049 — 1,049 
Stock repurchases under buyback program(647)(94)— (3,995)(4,736)
Repurchases of shares for tax payments related to the vesting and exercise of share-based grants(53)— — — (53)
Stock-based compensation expense4,830 — — — 4,830 
Balance September 27, 2020$177,308 $24,440 $(7,243)$— $331,324 $525,829 
Nine Months Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)Common
Stock
Additional Paid-in CapitalAccumulated Other
Comprehensive Loss
Treasury StockRetained
Earnings
Total
Balance December 31, 2019$172,662 $25,014 $(5,698)$— $305,503 $497,481 
Net income— — — — 59,237 59,237 
Dividends declared— — — — (17,666)(17,666)
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax— — (1,545)— — (1,545)
Stock repurchases under buyback program(3,962)(574)— — (15,750)(20,286)
Issuance of shares upon exercise of common stock options642 — — — — 642 
Repurchases of shares for tax payments related to the vesting and exercise of share-based grants(3,211)— — — — (3,211)
Stock-based compensation expense11,177 — — — — 11,177 
Balance September 27, 2020$177,308 $24,440 $(7,243)$— $331,324 $525,829 
See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
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PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
 
1.BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of Patrick Industries, Inc. (“Patrick”, the “Company”, "we", "our") contain all adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) that we believe are necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position as of September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020, its results of operations for the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020, and its cash flows for the nine months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020.
Patrick’s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”). The preparation of the condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the condensed consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to those rules or regulations. Certain immaterial reclassifications have been made to the prior period presentation to conform to the current period presentation of other non-current assets in the condensed consolidated balance sheets and accumulated other comprehensive loss in Note 11. For a description of significant accounting policies used by the Company in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements, please refer to Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. The December 31, 2020 condensed consolidated balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all disclosures required by U.S. GAAP. Operating results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 are not necessarily indicative of the results that we will realize or expect for the full year ending December 31, 2021.
The Company maintains its financial records on the basis of a fiscal year ending on December 31, with the fiscal quarters spanning approximately thirteen weeks. The first quarter ends on the Sunday closest to the end of the first thirteen-week period. The second and third quarters are thirteen weeks in duration and the fourth quarter is the remainder of the year. The third quarter of fiscal year 2021 ended on September 26, 2021 and the third quarter of fiscal year 2020 ended on September 27, 2020.
In preparation of Patrick’s condensed consolidated financial statements as of and for the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021, management evaluated all subsequent events and transactions that occurred after the balance sheet date through the date of issuance of the Form 10-Q that required recognition or disclosure in the condensed consolidated financial statements. See Note 18 for further information.
2.RECENTLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
Income Taxes
In December 2019, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2019-12, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes", a new standard to simplify the accounting for income taxes. The guidance eliminates certain exceptions related to the approach for intraperiod tax allocation, the methodology for calculating income taxes in an interim period, and the recognition of deferred tax liabilities for outside basis differences related to changes in ownership of equity method investments and foreign subsidiaries. The guidance also simplifies aspects of accounting for franchise taxes and enacted changes in tax laws or rates, and clarifies the accounting for transactions that result in a step-up in the tax basis of goodwill. The standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020, with early adoption permitted. The Company adopted ASU 2019-12 on January 1, 2021 and the adoption did not have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Reference Rate Reform
In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04, "Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848)", a new standard providing final guidance to provide temporary optional expedients and exceptions to the U.S. GAAP guidance on contract modifications and hedge accounting to ease the financial reporting burdens of the expected market transition from LIBOR and other interbank offered rates to alternative reference rates, such as SOFR. Entities can elect not to apply certain modification accounting requirements to contracts affected by what the guidance calls reference rate reform, if certain criteria are met. An entity that makes this election would not have to remeasure the contracts at the modification date or reassess a previous accounting determination. Entities can elect various optional expedients that would allow them to continue applying hedge accounting for hedging relationships affected by reference rate reform, if certain criteria are met. The guidance is effective upon issuance and generally can be applied through December 31, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this standard on our condensed consolidated financial statements.

Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity's Own Equity

In August 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-06, "Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity's Own Equity", a new standard that simplifies certain accounting treatments for convertible debt instruments. The guidance eliminates certain requirements that require separate accounting for embedded conversion features and simplifies the settlement assessment that entities are required to perform to determine whether a contract qualifies for equity classification. In addition, the new guidance requires entities use the if-converted method for all convertible instruments in the diluted net income per share calculation and include the effect of potential share settlement for instruments that may be settled in cash or shares, with certain exceptions. Furthermore, the guidance requires new disclosures about events that occur during the reporting period that cause conversion contingencies to be met and about the fair value of convertible debt at the instrument level, among other things. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this standard on our condensed consolidated financial statements. At this point in time, we anticipate the primary impact on our condensed consolidated financial statements as a result of the adoption of ASU 2020-06 will be a reduction in non-cash interest expense as well as a reduction in diluted net income per share attributable to the application of the if-converted method for our convertible notes referenced in Note 9.
 3.REVENUE RECOGNITION
In the following table, revenue from contracts with customers, net of intersegment sales, is disaggregated by market type and by reportable segment, consistent with how the Company believes the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows are affected by economic factors:
Third Quarter Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Market type:
Recreational Vehicle$434,029 $199,208 $633,237 
Marine164,535 8,491 173,026 
Manufactured Housing65,785 68,840 134,625 
Industrial107,886 11,403 119,289 
Total$772,235 $287,942 $1,060,177 

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Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Market type:
Recreational Vehicle$1,161,254 $568,840 $1,730,094 
Marine453,223 23,105 476,328 
Manufactured Housing190,786 203,648 394,434 
Industrial296,769 32,988 329,757 
Total$2,102,032 $828,581 $2,930,613 

Third Quarter Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Market type:
Recreational Vehicle$290,326 $130,845 $421,171 
Marine88,861 4,590 93,451 
Manufactured Housing45,845 61,908 107,753 
Industrial69,242 9,090 78,332 
Total$494,274 $206,433 $700,707 

Nine Months Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Market type:
Recreational Vehicle$656,739 $288,778 $945,517 
Marine219,150 11,400 230,550 
Manufactured Housing127,857 182,579 310,436 
Industrial202,368 25,113 227,481 
Total$1,206,114 $507,870 $1,713,984 
Contract Liabilities
Contract liabilities, representing upfront payments from customers received prior to satisfying performance obligations, were immaterial as of the beginning and end of all periods presented and changes in contract liabilities were immaterial during all periods presented.
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4.INVENTORIES
Inventories consist of the following:
(thousands)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Raw materials$261,775 $157,219 
Work in process30,221 19,282 
Finished goods66,189 37,632 
Less: reserve for inventory obsolescence(13,604)(8,320)
  Total manufactured goods, net344,581 205,813 
Materials purchased for resale (distribution products)147,502 112,158 
Less: reserve for inventory obsolescence(6,317)(5,162)
  Total materials purchased for resale (distribution products), net141,185 106,996 
Total inventories$485,766 $312,809 
5.GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS
Changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the nine months ended September 26, 2021 by segment are as follows:
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Balance - December 31, 2020$338,045 $57,755 $395,800 
Acquisitions64,312 11,458 75,770 
Adjustments to preliminary purchase price allocations7,366 19 7,385 
Balance - September 26, 2021$409,723 $69,232 $478,955 
Intangible assets, net consist of the following as of September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020:
(thousands)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Customer relationships$549,314 $461,754 
Non-compete agreements19,144 15,949 
Patents36,528 23,025 
Trademarks (non-amortizing, indefinite lived)151,997 113,796 
756,983 614,524 
Less: accumulated amortization(198,943)(158,248)
Intangible assets, net$558,040 $456,276 

Changes in the carrying value of intangible assets for the nine months ended September 26, 2021 by segment are as follows:
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Balance - December 31, 2020$373,717 $82,559 $456,276 
Acquisitions114,833 32,715 147,548 
Amortization(33,543)(7,152)(40,695)
Adjustments to preliminary purchase price allocations(5,089) (5,089)
Balance - September 26, 2021$449,918 $108,122 $558,040 
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6.ACQUISITIONS
General 
The Company completed three acquisitions in the third quarter of 2021 and completed ten acquisitions in the nine months ended September 26, 2021 (the "2021 Acquisitions"). For the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021, net sales included in the Company's condensed consolidated statements of income related to the 2021 Acquisitions were $84.0 million and $146.1 million, respectively, and operating income was $6.6 million and $12.6 million, respectively, for each of these periods. One of the 2021 Acquisitions accounted for $53.5 million in net sales and $2.6 million in operating income for the third quarter of 2021 and $85.6 million in net sales and $4.5 million in operating income for the nine months ended September 26, 2021. Acquisition-related costs associated with the businesses acquired in the third quarter of 2021 and first nine months of 2021 were immaterial. Assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the individual acquisitions were recorded on the Company’s condensed consolidated balance sheet at their estimated fair values as of the respective dates of acquisition. For each acquisition, the Company completes its allocation of the purchase price to the fair value of acquired assets and liabilities within a one year measurement period. The Company completed six acquisitions in the third quarter of 2020 and nine acquisitions in the nine months ended September 27, 2020. Net sales included in the Company's condensed consolidated statements of income in the third quarter and nine months ended September 27, 2020 related to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2020 were $19.6 million and $23.3 million, respectively, and operating income was $2.1 million and $2.2 million, respectively, for the same periods.

For each acquisition, the excess of the purchase consideration over the fair value of the net assets acquired is recorded as goodwill, which generally represents the combined value of the Company’s existing purchasing, manufacturing, sales, and systems resources with the organizational talent and expertise of the acquired companies’ respective management teams to maximize efficiencies, market share growth and net income.
In connection with certain acquisitions, if certain financial results for the acquired businesses are achieved, the Company is required to pay additional cash consideration. The Company records a liability for the estimated fair value of the contingent consideration related to each of these acquisitions as part of the initial purchase price based on the present value of the expected future cash flows and the probability of future payments at the date of acquisition. As of September 26, 2021, the aggregate fair value of the estimated contingent consideration payments was $9.8 million, $3.7 million of which is included in "Accrued liabilities" and $6.1 million is included in “Other long-term liabilities” on the condensed consolidated balance sheet. At December 31, 2020, the aggregate fair value of the estimated contingent consideration payments was $6.9 million, $1.6 million of which was included in the line item "Accrued liabilities" and $5.3 million was included in "Other long-term liabilities". The liabilities for contingent consideration expire at various dates through December 2023. The contingent consideration arrangements are subject to a maximum payment amount of up to $19.6 million in the aggregate. In the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021, the Company made $1.5 million and $2.5 million in cash payments, respectively, related to contingent consideration liabilities. In connection with cash payments on contingent consideration, the Company recorded a $0.9 million charge in selling general and administrative expense in the condensed consolidated statement of income for the nine months ended September 26, 2021, representing changes from the amounts initially expected to be paid to what was ultimately paid.
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2021 Acquisitions
The Company completed ten acquisitions in the nine months ended September 26, 2021, including the following five previously announced acquisitions:
CompanySegmentDescription
Sea-Dog Corporation & Sea-Lect Plastics
(collectively, "Sea-Dog")
Distribution & ManufacturingDistributor of a variety of marine and powersports hardware and accessories to distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and manufacturers that provides plastic injection molding, design, product development and expert tooling to companies and government entities, based in Everett, Washington
Hyperform, Inc.ManufacturingManufacturer of high-quality, non-slip foam flooring, operating under the SeaDek brand name, for the marine original equipment manufacturer ("OEM") market and aftermarket as well as serving the pool and spa, powersports and utility markets under the SwimDek and EndeavorDek brand names, with manufacturing facilities in Rockledge, Florida and Cocoa, Florida
Alpha Systems, LLCManufacturing & Distribution
Manufacturer and distributor of component products and accessories for the recreational vehicle ("RV"), marine, manufactured housing and industrial end markets that includes adhesives, sealants, rubber roofing, roto/blow molding, injection molding, flooring, insulation, shutters, skylights, and various other products and accessories, operating out of nine facilities in Elkhart, Indiana.
Coyote Manufacturing CompanyManufacturingDesigner, fabricator, and manufacturer of a variety of steel and aluminum products, including boat trailers, towers, T-tops, leaning posts, and other custom components primarily for the marine OEM market, based in Nashville, Georgia.
Tumacs CoversManufacturing & DistributionManufacturer of custom designed boat covers, canvas frames, and bimini tops, primary serving large marine OEMs and dealers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing facilities in Indiana and Pennsylvania, and a distribution/service center in Michigan.
Inclusive of five acquisitions not discussed above, total cash consideration for the 2021 Acquisitions was approximately $298.4 million, plus contingent consideration over a one to three-year period based on future results in connection with certain acquisitions. One of the 2021 Acquisitions accounted for $149.3 million in cash and $10.2 million in common stock as consideration, $25.8 million in inventory, $28.4 million in fixed assets, $85.0 million in intangible assets, $18.1 million in accounts payable and accrued liabilities, $11.5 million in operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities, and $33.6 million in goodwill. The preliminary purchase price allocations are subject to valuation activities being finalized, and thus all required purchase accounting adjustments are subject to change within the measurement period as the Company finalizes its estimates. Changes to preliminary purchase accounting estimates recorded in the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 related to the 2021 Acquisitions were immaterial and relate primarily to the valuation of intangible and fixed assets.
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2020 Acquisitions
The Company completed eleven acquisitions in the year ended December 31, 2020 (the "2020 Acquisitions"), including the following seven previously announced acquisitions:
CompanySegmentDescription
Maple City Woodworking CorporationManufacturingManufacturer of hardwood cabinet doors and fascia for the RV market based in Goshen, Indiana
SEI Manufacturing, Inc.ManufacturingManufacturer of towers, T-Tops, hardtops, rails, gates and other aluminum exterior products for the marine market located in Cromwell, Indiana
Inland Plywood CompanyManufacturingSupplier, laminator, and wholesale distributor of treated, untreated, and laminated plywood, medium density overlay panels, and other specialty products, primarily serving the marine market as well as the RV and industrial markets headquartered in Pontiac, Michigan with an additional facility in Cocoa, Florida
Synergy RV TransportDistributionTransportation and logistics service provider primarily for OEMs and dealers in the RV market located in Goshen, Indiana
Front Range StoneManufacturingFabricator and installer of natural stone, quartz, solid surface, and laminate countertops, primarily serving big box home improvement retailers, home builders and commercial contractors in the industrial market based in Englewood, Colorado
Geremarie CorporationManufacturingDesigner, manufacturer, and fabricator of a full suite of high-precision aluminum components serving the marine industry, in addition to the medical, aerospace, defense, commercial and industrial markets located in Lake Zurich, Illinois
Taco Metals, LLCManufacturingManufacturer of boating products including rub rail systems, canvas and tower components, sport fishing and outrigger systems, helm chairs and pedestals, and specialty hardware for OEMs in the recreational boating industry and the related aftermarket headquartered in Miami, Florida, with manufacturing facilities in Tennessee and Florida, and distribution centers in Tennessee, Florida, South Carolina, and Massachusetts
Inclusive of four acquisitions not discussed above, total cash consideration for the 2020 Acquisitions was approximately $306.3 million, plus contingent consideration over a one to three-year period based on future results in connection with certain acquisitions. One of the 2020 Acquisitions accounted for $129.7 million in cash consideration, $2.9 million in inventory, $49.3 million in fixed assets, $49.1 million in intangible assets, $2.6 million in accounts payable and accrued liabilities, $4.9 million in operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities, and $32.6 million in goodwill. Purchase accounting adjustments are complete on all 2020 Acquisitions. Changes to preliminary purchase accounting estimates recorded in the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 related to the 2020 Acquisitions were immaterial and relate primarily to the valuation of intangible and fixed assets.
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The following table summarizes the fair values of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed as of the date of acquisition for the 2021 Acquisitions and the 2020 Acquisitions:
(thousands)2021 Acquisitions2020 Acquisitions
Consideration
Cash, net of cash acquired$298,384 $306,319 
Working capital holdback and other, net(1)
1,189 (37)
Common stock issuance(2)
10,211 — 
Contingent consideration(3)
4,540 4,763 
Total consideration$314,324 $311,045 
Assets Acquired
Trade receivables$18,582 $15,320 
Inventories46,099 25,395 
Prepaid expenses & other975 725 
Property, plant & equipment53,570 65,083 
Operating lease right-of-use assets16,438 20,029 
Identifiable intangible assets147,495 130,981 
Liabilities Assumed
Current portion of operating lease obligations(3,984)(2,721)
Accounts payable & accrued liabilities(26,171)(12,405)
Operating lease obligations(12,454)(17,308)
Deferred tax liabilities(1,996)(4,576)
Total fair value of net assets acquired238,554 220,523 
Goodwill(4)
75,770 90,522 
$314,324 $311,045 
(1) Certain acquisitions contain working capital holdbacks which are typically settled after a 90-day period following the close of the acquisition. This value represents the remaining amounts due to (from) sellers as of September 26, 2021.
(2) In connection with one acquisition, the Company issued 113,961 shares of common stock at a closing price of $89.60 as of the acquisition date.
(3) These amounts reflect the acquisition date fair value of contingent consideration based on future results relating to certain acquisitions.
(4) Goodwill is tax-deductible for the 2021 Acquisitions, except Tumacs Covers (approximately $6.2 million), and the 2020 Acquisitions, except Front Range Stone (approximately $11.0 million).

We estimate the value of acquired property, plant, and equipment using a combination of the income, cost, and market approaches, such as estimates of future income growth, capitalization rates, discount rates, and capital expenditure needs of the acquired businesses.
We estimate the value of customer relationships using the multi-period excess earnings method, which is a variation on the income approach, calculating the present value of incremental after-tax cash flows attributable to the asset. Non-compete agreements are valued using a discounted cash flow approach, which is a variation of an income approach, with and without the individual counterparties to the non-compete agreements. Trademarks and patents are valued using the relief-from-royalty method, which applies an estimated royalty rate to forecasted future cash flows, discounted to present value.
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The following table presents our estimates of identifiable intangible assets for the 2021 Acquisitions and the 2020 Acquisitions:
(thousands, except year info)Estimated Useful Life (in years)2021 Acquisitions2020 Acquisitions
Customer relationships10$92,453 $99,897 
Non-compete agreements53,255 1,150 
Patents
10 - 18
13,450 6,470 
TrademarksIndefinite38,337 23,464 
$147,495 $130,981 
Pro Forma Information
The following pro forma information for the third quarter and nine months ended September 27, 2020 assumes the 2021 Acquisitions and the 2020 Acquisitions occurred as of the beginning of the year immediately preceding each such acquisition. The pro forma information contains the actual operating results of the 2021 Acquisitions and 2020 Acquisitions combined with the results prior to their respective acquisition dates, adjusted to reflect the pro forma impact of the acquisitions occurring as of the beginning of the year immediately preceding each such acquisition.

The pro forma information includes financing and interest expense charges based on incremental borrowings incurred in connection with each transaction. In addition, the pro forma information includes amortization expense, in the aggregate, related to intangible assets acquired in connection with the transactions of $0.2 million and $4.0 million for the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021, respectively and $5.2 million and $16.3 million for the third quarter and nine months ended September 27, 2020, respectively.
 Third Quarter EndedNine Months Ended
(thousands, except per share data)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
Revenue$1,067,111 $802,753 $3,040,971 $2,049,211 
Net income58,190 43,183 172,574 66,967 
Basic net income per common share2.55 1.90 7.56 2.94 
Diluted net income per common share2.49 1.87 7.38 2.90 
The pro forma information is presented for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the results of operations that actually would have been achieved had the acquisitions been consummated as of the periods indicated above.
7.STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
The Company recorded expense of approximately $7.0 million and $17.3 million the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021, respectively, for its stock-based compensation plans in the condensed consolidated statements of income. Stock-based compensation expense of $4.9 million and $11.2 million was recorded in the third quarter and nine months ended September 27, 2020, which includes a $2.3 million reduction of expense in the nine month period due to certain forfeitures and adjustments.
The Board approved various stock-based grants under the Company’s 2009 Omnibus Incentive Plan in the first nine months of 2021 totaling 296,073 shares in the aggregate at an average fair value of $73.31 at grant date for a total fair value at grant date of $21.7 million.
As of September 26, 2021, there was approximately $31.5 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to stock-based compensation arrangements granted under incentive plans. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 18.5 months.
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8.NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE
Net income per common share calculated for the third quarter and nine months of 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 Third Quarter EndedNine Months Ended
(thousands except per share data)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
Net income for basic and diluted per share calculation$57,397 $37,336 $163,895 $59,237 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic22,789 22,674 22,826 22,784 
Effect of potentially dilutive securities614 398 549 304 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted23,403 23,072 23,375 23,088 
Basic net income per common share$2.52 $1.65 $7.18 $2.60 
Diluted net income per common share$2.45 $1.62 $7.01 $2.57 
An immaterial amount of securities was not included in the computation of diluted income per share as they are considered anti-dilutive under the treasury stock method for all periods presented.
9.DEBT
A summary of total debt outstanding at September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020 is as follows:
(thousands)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Long-term debt:
1.0% convertible notes due 2023
$172,500 $172,500 
Term loan due 2026148,125 92,500 
Revolver due 2026135,455 275,000 
7.50% senior notes due 2027
300,000 300,000 
4.75% senior notes due 2029
350,000 — 
Total long-term debt1,106,080 840,000 
Less: convertible notes debt discount, net(10,545)(16,072)
Less: term loan deferred financing costs, net(660)(434)
Less: senior notes deferred financing costs, net(9,711)(5,087)
Less: current maturities of long-term debt(7,500)(7,500)
Total long-term debt, less current maturities, net$1,077,664 $810,907 
4.75% Senior Notes due 2029
On April 20, 2021, the Company issued $350.0 million aggregate principal amount of 4.75% Senior Notes due 2029 (the "4.75% Senior Notes"). The 4.75% Senior Notes were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") and were offered under rule 144A under the Securities Act. The 4.75% Senior Notes will mature on May 1, 2029. Interest on the 4.75% Senior Notes started accruing April 20, 2021 and is payable semi-annually in cash in arrears May 1 and November 1 of each year, beginning on November 1, 2021. The effective interest rate on the 4.75% Senior Notes, which includes debt issuance costs, is approximately 4.98%. In connection with the issuance of the 4.75% Senior Notes, the Company incurred and capitalized as a reduction of the principal amount of the 4.75% Senior Notes
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approximately $5.3 million in deferred financing costs which are being amortized using the effective interest rate over the term of the 4.75% Senior Notes.
The 4.75% Senior Notes are senior unsecured indebtedness of the Company and are guaranteed by each of the Company’s subsidiaries that guarantee the obligations of the Company under the 2021 Credit Facility (as defined herein). The Company may redeem the 4.75% Senior Notes at any time according to the following timeframes with the respective restrictions and prices:
TimeframeRedemption RestrictionsRedemption Prices
Prior to May 1, 2024
 Up to 40% of the notes
104.750%
After May 1, 2024In whole, or in part102.375%
After May 1, 2025In whole, or in part101.188%
After May 1, 2026In whole, or in part100.000%
2021 Credit Facility
Simultaneously with the issuance of the 4.75% Senior Notes, the Company entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "2021 Credit Agreement"). The 2021 Credit Agreement amended and extended the Company's 2019 Credit Agreement (as defined herein) and consists of a senior secured revolver (the "2021 Revolver") and a senior secured term loan (the "2021 Term Loan" and together with the 2021 Revolver, the "2021 Credit Facility"). The maturity date for borrowings under the 2021 Credit Agreement is April 20, 2026. Upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, and obtaining incremental commitments from its lenders, the Company may be able to increase the borrowing capacity of the 2021 Credit Facility by up to $250.0 million for acquisitions.

The Company determined that the terms of the 2021 Credit Agreement were not substantially different from the terms of the Company’s 2019 Credit Agreement. Accordingly, debt modification accounting treatment was applied and the related impacts were immaterial.
Borrowings under the 2021 Credit Facility are secured by substantially all personal property assets of the Company and any domestic subsidiary guarantors. Pursuant to the 2021 Credit Agreement:
The 2021 Term Loan is due in consecutive quarterly installments in the following amounts: (i) beginning June 30, 2021, through and including March 31, 2024, $1,875,000 and (ii) beginning June 30, 2024, and each quarter thereafter, $3,750,000, with the remaining balance due at maturity;
The interest rates for borrowings under the 2021 Revolver and the 2021 Term Loan are the Prime Rate or LIBOR plus a margin, which ranges from 0.00% to 0.75% for Prime Rate loans and from 1.00% to 1.75% for LIBOR loans depending on the Company's consolidated total leverage ratio, as defined below. The Company is required to pay fees on unused but committed portions of the 2021 Revolver, which range from 0.15% to 0.225%; and
Covenants include requirements as to a maximum consolidated secured net leverage ratio (2.75:1.00, increasing to 3.25:1.00 in certain circumstances in connection with Company acquisitions) and a minimum consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio (1.50:1.00) that are tested on a quarterly basis, a minimum liquidity requirement applicable during the six-month period preceding the maturity of the Company's 1.00% Convertible Notes due 2023, and other customary covenants.
The total face value of the 2021 Term Loan is $150.0 million. Total available borrowing capacity under the 2021 Revolver is $550.0 million. At September 26, 2021, the Company had $148.1 million outstanding under the 2021 Term Loan under the LIBOR-based option, and borrowings outstanding under the 2021 Revolver of $135.5 million under the LIBOR-based option. The interest rate for incremental borrowings at September 26, 2021 was LIBOR plus 1.50% (or 1.63%) for the LIBOR-based option. The fee payable on committed but unused portions of the 2021 Revolver was 0.20% at September 26, 2021.
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Total cash interest paid for the third quarter of 2021 and 2020 was $3.7 million and $3.2 million, respectively, and $21.2 million and $21.4 million for the comparative nine month periods, respectively.
2019 Credit Facility
See Note 8 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements section of the Fiscal 2020 Form 10-K regarding the Company's previous credit agreement (the "2019 Credit Agreement") which established a $550 million revolving credit loan (the "2019 Revolver") and a $100 million term loan (the "2019 Term Loan" and, together with 2019 Revolver, the "2019 Credit Facility"). The 2019 Credit Agreement was amended by the 2021 Credit Agreement on April 20, 2021 as discussed above.
10.DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The Company's credit facility exposes the Company to risks associated with the variability in interest expense associated with fluctuations in LIBOR. To partially mitigate this risk, the Company entered into interest rate swaps. As of September 26, 2021, the Company had a combined notional principal amount of $200 million of interest rate swap agreements, all of which are designated as cash flow hedges. These swap agreements effectively convert the interest expense associated with a portion of the Company's variable rate debt from variable interest rates to fixed interest rates and have maturities ranging from February 2022 to March 2022.
The following table summarizes the fair value of derivative contracts included in the condensed consolidated balance sheets (in thousands):
Fair value of derivative instruments
Derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedgesBalance sheet locationSeptember 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Interest rate swapsAccrued liabilities$2,506 $— 
Interest rate swapsOther long-term liabilities$ $6,567 
The interest rate swaps are comprised of over-the-counter derivatives, which are valued using models that primarily rely on observable inputs such as yield curves and are classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy.
See Note 11 for information regarding accumulated other comprehensive loss on interest rate swaps, which qualify as cash flow hedges.
11.ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
Accumulated other comprehensive loss includes unrealized gains and losses on derivatives that qualify as cash flow hedges, cumulative foreign currency translation and other adjustments. The activity in accumulated other comprehensive loss during the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020 was as follows:
Third Quarter Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)Cash Flow HedgesOtherForeign Currency TranslationTotal
Balance at June 27, 2021$(2,896)$(1,263)$30 $(4,129)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(19) 74 55 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax1,050   1,050 
Other comprehensive income1,031  74 1,105 
Balance at September 26, 2021$(1,865)$(1,263)$104 $(3,024)
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Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021
(thousands)Cash Flow HedgesOtherForeign Currency TranslationTotal
Balance at December 31, 2020$(4,889)$(1,263)$100 $(6,052)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(70) 4 (66)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax3,094   3,094 
Other comprehensive income3,024  4 3,028 
Balance at September 26, 2021$(1,865)$(1,263)$104 $(3,024)
Third Quarter Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)Cash Flow HedgesOtherForeign Currency TranslationTotal
Balance at June 28, 2020$(6,916)$(1,270)$(106)$(8,292)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(38)— 60 22 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax1,027 — — 1,027 
Other comprehensive income989 — 60 1,049 
Balance at September 27, 2020$(5,927)$(1,270)$(46)$(7,243)
Nine Months Ended September 27, 2020
(thousands)Cash Flow HedgesOtherForeign Currency TranslationTotal
Balance at December 31, 2019$(4,374)$(1,270)$(54)$(5,698)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(3,940)— (3,932)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax2,387 — — 2,387 
Other comprehensive income (loss)(1,553)— (1,545)
Balance at September 27, 2020$(5,927)$(1,270)$(46)$(7,243)


12.LEASES
Lease expense, supplemental cash flow information, and other information related to leases were as follows:
Third Quarter Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
Operating lease cost$10,760 $8,525 
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows for operating leases$10,440 $8,317 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases$12,573 $17,091 

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Nine Months Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
Operating lease cost$30,697 $25,093 
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows for operating leases$29,945 $24,680 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases$52,564 $34,993 
Balance sheet information related to leases was as follows:
(thousands, except lease term and discount rate)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Assets
Operating lease right-of-use assets$142,719 $117,816 
Liabilities
Operating lease liabilities, current portion$36,955 $30,901 
Long-term operating lease liabilities107,753 88,175 
Total lease liabilities$144,708 $119,076 
Weighted average remaining lease term, operating leases (in years)5.15.3
Weighted average discount rate, operating leases3.9 %4.1 %
Maturities of lease liabilities were as follows at September 26, 2021:
(thousands)
2021 (excluding the nine months ended September 26, 2021)
$10,617 
202241,015 
202335,238 
202427,629 
202518,787 
Thereafter27,681 
Total lease payments160,967 
Less imputed interest(16,259)
Total$144,708 

As of September 26, 2021, outstanding leases have remaining lease terms ranging from 1 year to 18 years. The Company has additional operating leases that have not yet commenced as of September 26, 2021 and, therefore, were not included as operating lease right-of-use assets and corresponding operating lease liabilities on our balance sheet at September 26, 2021. These operating leases will commence between the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021 and the second quarter of fiscal 2022 with lease terms of 5 years to 10 years. The estimated fair value of these operating lease right-of-use assets and corresponding operating lease liabilities to be recorded on our balance sheet upon lease commencement is approximately $5.8 million.

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13.FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
The following table presents fair values of certain assets and liabilities at September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020:
September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3Level 1Level 2Level 3
Cash equivalents(1)
$41.0 $— $— $— $— $— 
7.50% senior notes due 2027(2)
— 326.3 — — 329.0 — 
4.75% senior notes due 2029(2)
— 359.7 — — — — 
Convertible note(2)
— 193.0 — — 180.0 — 
Term loan due 2026(3)
— 148.1 — — 92.5 — 
Revolver due 2026(3)
— 135.5 — — 275.0 — 
Interest rate swaps(4)
— 2.5 — — 6.6 — 
Contingent consideration(5)
— — 9.8 — — 6.9 
(1) The carrying amounts of cash equivalents, representing government and other money market funds traded in an active market with relatively short maturities, are reported on the condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 26, 2021 as a component of "Cash and cash equivalents". The Company held no cash equivalents as of December 31, 2020.
(2) The amounts of these notes listed above are the current fair values for disclosure purposes only, valued using Level 2 inputs, and they are recorded in the Company's condensed consolidated balance sheets as of September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020 using the interest rate method as described in Note 9.
(3) The carrying amounts of our term loan and revolver, valued using Level 2 inputs, approximate fair value as of September 26, 2021 and December 31, 2020 based upon their terms and conditions in comparison to the terms and conditions available at those dates.
(4) The interest rate swaps are classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy and discussed further in Note 10.
(5) The estimated fair value of the Company's contingent consideration is valued using Level 3 inputs and is discussed further in Note 6.
14.INCOME TAXES
The effective tax rate in the third quarter of 2021 and 2020 was 26.3% and 24.3%, respectively, and the effective tax rate for the comparable nine month periods was 24.1% and 25.4%, respectively. The effective tax rate for the first nine months of 2020 reflects the impact of $2.2 million of permanent tax differences due to certain Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act payroll tax credits. In addition, the first nine months of 2021 includes the impact of the recognition of excess tax benefits on share-based compensation that was recorded as a reduction to income tax expense upon realization in the amount of $5.7 million.
 
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds, was $19.7 million and $43.9 million, respectively, in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 and $1.8 million and $1.6 million, respectively, in the third quarter and nine months of 2020.
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15.SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Company has two reportable segments, Manufacturing and Distribution, which are based on its method of internal reporting, which segregates its businesses based on the manner in which its chief operating decision maker allocates resources, evaluates financial results, and determines compensation.
The tables below present information about the sales and operating income of those segments. 
Third Quarter Ended September 26, 2021   
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Net outside sales$772,235 $287,942 $1,060,177 
Intersegment sales20,064 1,880 21,944 
Total sales792,299 289,822 1,082,121 
Operating income91,370 31,187 122,557 
Third Quarter Ended September 27, 2020   
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Net outside sales$494,274 $206,433 $700,707 
Intersegment sales12,004 1,640 13,644 
Total sales506,278 208,073 714,351 
Operating income63,312 16,444 79,756 
Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021   
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Net outside sales$2,102,032 $828,581 $2,930,613 
Intersegment sales49,914 4,800 54,714 
Total sales2,151,946 833,381 2,985,327 
Operating income269,227 83,563 352,790 
Nine Months Ended September 27, 2020   
(thousands)ManufacturingDistributionTotal
Net outside sales$1,206,114 $507,870 $1,713,984 
Intersegment sales24,691 4,025 28,716 
Total sales1,230,805 511,895 1,742,700 
Operating income131,426 33,350 164,776 
The following table presents a reconciliation of segment operating income to consolidated operating income:
 Third Quarter Ended Nine Months Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020September 26, 2021September 27, 2020
Operating income for reportable segments$122,557 $79,756 $352,790 $164,776 
Unallocated corporate expenses(14,526)(9,706)(55,075)(23,962)
Amortization(14,758)(10,221)(40,695)(29,600)
Consolidated operating income$93,273 $59,829 $257,020 $111,214 
Unallocated corporate expenses include corporate general and administrative expenses comprised of wages, insurance, taxes, supplies, travel and entertainment, professional fees and other.
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The following table presents an allocation of total assets to the reportable segments of the Company and a reconciliation to consolidated total assets:
(thousands)September 26, 2021December 31, 2020
Manufacturing assets$1,838,583 $1,337,920 
Distribution assets453,839 343,170 
Assets for reportable segments2,292,422 1,681,090 
Corporate assets unallocated to segments21,154 27,578 
Cash and cash equivalents44,882 44,767 
Consolidated total assets$2,358,458 $1,753,435 
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STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAMS
In March 2020, the Board approved a new stock repurchase program for up to $50 million of its common stock, including amounts remaining under previous authorizations. In August 2021, the Company's Board authorized an increase in the amount of the Company's common stock that may be acquired over the next 24 months under the current stock repurchase program to $50 million, including the $14.4 million remaining under the previous authorization. Approximately $39.6 million remains in the amount of the Company's common stock that may be acquired under the current stock repurchase program as of September 26, 2021. The Company repurchased 128,929 shares of its common stock at an average price of $80.62 for an aggregate cost of $10.4 million in the third quarter ended September 26, 2021 and repurchased 388,929 shares of its common stock at an average price of $82.14 for an aggregate cost of $31.9 million in the nine months ended September 26, 2021. Prior to 2021, the Company retired shares as repurchased. Beginning in 2021, the Company elected not to retire shares as repurchased and the shares repurchased in the first six months of 2021 were instead held as "Treasury Stock." However, the Company retired these shares during the third quarter ended September 26, 2021 and has elected to retire shares immediately upon repurchase going forward. In the third quarter ended September 27, 2020, the Company repurchased 88,950 shares of its common stock at an average price of $53.24 per share for an aggregate cost of $4.7 million. In the first nine months ended September 27, 2020, the Company repurchased 545,105 shares of its common stock at an average price of $37.22 per share for an aggregate cost of approximately $20.3 million.
17.COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
The Company is subject to proceedings, lawsuits, audits, and other claims arising in the normal course of business. All such matters are subject to uncertainties and outcomes that are not predictable with assurance. Accruals for these items, when applicable, have been provided to the extent that losses are deemed probable and are reasonably estimable. These accruals are adjusted from time to time as developments warrant.
Although the ultimate outcome of these matters cannot be ascertained, on the basis of present information, amounts already provided, availability of insurance coverage and legal advice received, it is the opinion of management that the ultimate resolution of these proceedings, lawsuits, and other claims will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.
Certain of our customers in the RV end market recently have initiated recalls involving certain products which are sold by our Distribution segment. We are currently evaluating the extent to which this matter will impact our consolidated financial statements. At this time, we are unable to reasonably estimate any such impact.
18.SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
In November 2021, we completed the acquisition of Wet Sounds, Inc., a manufacturer of premium audio products and accessories for the marine OEM market and aftermarket as well as other adjacent OEM markets and aftermarkets. Products include speakers, subwoofers, amplifiers, soundbars, and media units. Wet Sounds, Inc. is headquartered in Rosenberg, Texas.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes thereto included in Item 1 of this Report. In addition, this MD&A contains certain statements relating to future results which are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. See “Information Concerning Forward-Looking Statements” on page 34 of this Report. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
OVERVIEW OF MARKETS AND RELATED INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Third Quarter and Nine Months 2021 Financial Overview
Recreational Vehicle ("RV") Industry 
The RV industry is our largest market and comprised 60% of the Company’s sales in the third quarter ended September 26, 2021 and September 27, 2020, respectively, and 59% and 55% for the comparative 2021 and 2020 nine month periods. Sales to the RV industry increased 50% in the third quarter of 2021 and increased 83% in the first nine months of 2021, compared to the prior year periods.
According to the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association ("RVIA"), wholesale shipments totaled approximately 152,400 units in the third quarter of 2021, an increase of 23% compared to approximately 124,100 units in the third quarter of 2020. RVIA indicated that wholesale unit shipments for the first nine months of 2021 totaled approximately 452,600 units, an increase of 51% compared to approximately 300,200 units in the prior year. The increase in wholesale unit shipments in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 is attributed to a continued increase in RV dealer demand for RV units. In addition, the increase in the first nine months of 2021 reflects the comparison to the sharp decrease in wholesale unit shipments in the second quarter of 2020, which was a result of COVID-19-related production shutdowns at original equipment manufacturers' plants. This increase in dealer demand is correlated with consumer demand for RV units, which we believe reflects changes in consumer recreation patterns, which include an increased interest in outdoor recreation. According to our estimates, RV dealer inventories are trending at historical lows relative to what we understand to be historical customary inventory levels of RV dealers. We believe that the supply-demand dynamics of historically low dealer inventory levels, combined with strong retail consumer demand, have resulted in positive momentum in our RV end market. We estimate RV retail unit sales decreased 15-20% in the third quarter of 2021 in comparison to the third quarter of 2020 as a result of supply-chain constraints and low dealer inventory levels as well as particularly strong retail sales in the third quarter of 2020 as leisure lifestyle activities recovered following the COVID-19-related slowdown. We estimate RV retail unit sales increased 15% for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year period.
Marine Industry
Sales to the marine industry, which represented approximately 16% and 14% of the Company's consolidated net sales in the third quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively, increased 85% compared to the prior year quarter. For the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, sales to the marine industry represented 16% and 14% of consolidated net sales, respectively, increasing 107% in 2021 compared to the prior year period.
Our marine revenue is generally correlated to marine wholesale powerboat unit shipments which, according to National Marine Manufacturers Association ("NMMA"), increased an estimated 15% for the third quarter 2021 and increased an estimated 16% for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year periods. Marine retail powerboat unit sales decreased 31% in the third quarter of 2021 and decreased 6% for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year periods as a result of supply-chain constraints and low dealer inventory levels as well as particularly strong retail sales in the third quarter of 2020 as leisure lifestyle activities recovered following the COVID-19-related slowdown. We estimate that, despite these decreases, marine retail sales exceeded marine wholesale unit shipments in both the third
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quarter and nine months of 2021, resulting in marine dealer inventory levels that we believe are at their lowest in at least a decade.
Manufactured Housing ("MH") Industry
Sales to the MH industry, which represented 13% and 15% of the Company’s sales in the third quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively, increased 25% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020. MH sales represented 14% and 18% of the Company's sales for the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, respectively, and increased 27% in the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year period. Based on industry data from the Manufactured Housing Institute, MH wholesale unit shipments increased 9% in the third quarter of 2021 and increased 14% for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year periods.
Industrial Market
The industrial market is comprised primarily of the kitchen cabinet and countertop industry, hospitality market, retail and commercial fixtures market, office and household furniture market and regional distributors. Sales to this market represented 11% of our sales in the third quarter of 2021 and 2020, and increased 52% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the prior year quarter. Sales to the industrial market represented 11% and 13% of our sales for the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, respectively, and increased 45% in the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year period. Overall, our revenues in these markets are focused on the residential and multifamily housing, hospitality, high-rise housing and office, commercial construction and institutional furniture markets. We estimate that approximately 70% of our industrial business is directly tied to the residential housing market, with the remaining 30% directly tied to the non-residential and commercial markets.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, combined new housing starts increased 9% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the prior year quarter, with single family housing starts increasing 5% and multifamily housing starts increasing 19% for the same period. The U.S. Census Bureau also indicated that for the first nine months of 2021, combined new housing starts increased 20%, with single family housing starts increasing 20% and multifamily housing starts increasing 18% compared to 2020. Our industrial products are generally among the last components installed in new unit construction and as such our related sales typically trail new housing starts by four to six months.
REVIEW OF CONSOLIDATED OPERATING RESULTS
Third Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021 Compared to 2020 
The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to net sales of certain items on the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income.
 Third Quarter Ended
($ in thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020Amount Change% Change
Net sales$1,060,177 100.0 %$700,707 100.0 %$359,470 51 %
Cost of goods sold852,016 80.4 %567,210 80.9 %284,806 50 %
Gross profit208,161 19.6 %133,497 19.1 %74,664 56 %
Warehouse and delivery expenses35,885 3.4 %25,263 3.6 %10,622 42 %
Selling, general and administrative expenses64,245 6.1 %38,184 5.4 %26,061 68 %
Amortization of intangible assets14,758 1.4 %10,221 1.5 %4,537 44 %
Operating income93,273 8.8 %59,829 8.5 %33,444 56 %
Interest expense, net15,436 1.5 %10,507 1.5 %4,929 47 %
Income taxes20,440 1.9 %11,986 1.7 %8,454 71 %
Net income$57,397 5.4 %$37,336 5.3 %$20,061 54 %
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 Nine Months Ended
($ in thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020Amount Change% Change
Net sales$2,930,613 100.0 %$1,713,984 100.0 %$1,216,629 71 %
Cost of goods sold2,356,443 80.4 %1,397,285 81.5 %959,158 69 %
Gross profit574,170 19.6 %316,699 18.5 %257,471 81 %
Warehouse and delivery expenses100,613 3.4 %70,204 4.1 %30,409 43 %
Selling, general and administrative expenses175,842 6.0 %105,681 6.2 %70,161 66 %
Amortization of intangible assets40,695 1.4 %29,600 1.7 %11,095 37 %
Operating income257,020 8.8 %111,214 6.5 %145,806 131 %
Interest expense, net41,195 1.4 %31,820 1.9 %9,375 29 %
Income taxes51,930 1.8 %20,157 1.2 %31,773 158 %
Net income$163,895 5.6 %$59,237 3.5 %$104,658 177 %
Net Sales. Net sales in the third quarter of 2021 increased $359.5 million, or 51%, to $1,060.2 million from $700.7 million in the third quarter of 2020. The net sales increase in the third quarter of 2021 reflects strong demand for our products across all end markets. The Company's RV market sales increased 50%, marine market sales increased 85%, MH market sales increased 25% and industrial market sales increased 52% when compared to the prior year quarter.
Net sales in the first nine months of 2021 increased $1,216.6 million, or 71%, to $2,930.6 million from $1,714.0 million in the first nine months of 2020. The net sales increase in the first nine months of 2021 reflects sales increases in all of our end markets, while sales in the first nine months of 2020 also reflect the impact of COVID-19-related production shutdowns during the second quarter of 2020. The Company's RV market sales increased 83%, marine market sales increased 107%, MH market sales increased 27% and industrial market sales increased 45% in the first nine months of 2021 when compared to the prior year period.
Revenue attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2021 was $84.0 million in the third quarter of 2021 and $146.1 million for the first nine months of 2021. Revenue attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2020 was $19.6 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $23.3 million for the first nine months of 2020.
The Company’s RV content per wholesale unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) for the third quarter of 2021 increased approximately 19% to $3,735 from $3,139 for the third quarter of 2020. Marine powerboat content per wholesale unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) for the third quarter of 2021 increased approximately 66% to an estimated $3,166 from $1,909 for the third quarter of 2020. MH content per wholesale unit (on a trailing twelve-month basis) for the third quarter of 2021 increased approximately 10% to $4,961 from $4,497 for the third quarter of 2020.
Cost of Goods Sold. Cost of goods sold increased $284.8 million, or 50%, to $852.0 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $567.2 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, cost of goods sold decreased 50 basis points during the third quarter of 2021 to 80.4% from 80.9% in 2020.
Cost of goods sold in the first nine months increased $959.1 million, or 69%, to $2,356.4 million from $1,397.3 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, cost of goods sold decreased 110 basis points during the first nine months of 2021 to 80.4% from 81.5% in 2020.
Cost of goods sold as a percentage of net sales decreased in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 primarily as a result of (i) continued cost reduction and automation initiatives we deployed throughout 2020 and into 2021, (ii) volume-driven efficiencies as a result of leveraging fixed overhead, (iii) a recovery from the production inefficiencies experienced while operating in a COVID-19 environment, and (iv) synergies and different cost profiles from our 2021 and 2020 acquisitions, partially offset by an increase in labor, supply-chain constraints, and an increase in certain commodity cost inputs. In general, the Company's cost of goods sold percentage can be impacted from quarter-to-quarter by demand changes in certain market sectors that can result in fluctuating costs of certain raw materials and commodity-based components that are utilized in the production of our products.
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Gross Profit. Gross profit increased $74.7 million, or 56%, to $208.2 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $133.5 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, gross profit increased 50 basis points to 19.6% in the third quarter of 2021 from 19.1% in the same period in 2020.
Gross profit increased $257.5 million, or 81%, to $574.2 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $316.7 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, gross profit increased 110 basis points to 19.6% in the first nine months of 2021 from 18.5% in the same period in 2020.
The increase in gross profit as a percentage of net sales in the third quarter and nine months ended September 26, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 reflects the impact of the factors discussed above under “Cost of Goods Sold”.
Warehouse and Delivery Expenses. Warehouse and delivery expenses increased $10.6 million, or 42%, to $35.9 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $25.3 million in the third quarter of 2020. As a percentage of net sales, warehouse and delivery expenses decreased 20 basis points to 3.4% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to 3.6% in the third quarter of 2020.
Warehouse and delivery expenses increased $30.4 million, or 43%, to $100.6 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $70.2 million in the first nine months of 2020. As a percentage of net sales, warehouse and delivery expenses decreased 70 basis points to 3.4% in the first nine months of 2021 compared to 4.1% in the prior year period.
The increases in warehouse and delivery expenses are attributable to the significant increases in sales. However, the decreases as a percentage of sales are primarily attributable to leveraging certain fixed warehousing costs and the lower proportion of MH sales in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 as compared to 2020, which have higher warehouse and delivery costs as a percentage of net sales. In addition, the first nine months of 2020 reflect operating inefficiencies associated with COVID-19.
Selling, General and Administrative ("SG&A") Expenses. SG&A expenses increased $26.0 million, or 68%, to $64.2 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $38.2 million in the prior year quarter. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A expenses were 6.1% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to 5.4% in the third quarter of 2020.
SG&A expenses increased $70.1 million, or 66%, to $175.8 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $105.7 million in the first nine months of 2020. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A expenses were 6.0% in the first nine months of 2021 compared to 6.2% in the first nine months of 2020.
The increases in SG&A expenses in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 compared to 2020 are primarily due to (i) the increase in net sales; (ii) increases in the breadth and depth of corporate resources, specifically our investments in human capital and other initiatives to support the size and growth of the Company and (iii) the comparison to the prior year, which includes SG&A cost reduction measures implemented in the second quarter of 2020 that continued into the third quarter of 2020. As a percentage of sales, SG&A expenses increased 70 basis points for the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020. This increase is primarily a result of the aforementioned investment in human capital in order to further support the size and growth of the Company. As a percentage of sales, SG&A expenses decreased 20 basis points for the first nine months of 2021 when compared to the prior year period, primarily reflecting the fixed nature of certain SG&A costs and operating inefficiencies associated with COVID-19 during 2020.
Amortization of Intangible Assets. Amortization of intangible assets increased $4.6 million, or 44%, to $14.8 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $10.2 million in the prior year quarter. Amortization of intangible assets increased $11.1 million, or 37%, to $40.7 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $29.6 million in the first nine months of 2020. The increases in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year periods primarily reflect the impact of businesses acquired in 2020 and 2021.
Operating Income. Operating income increased $33.5 million, or 56%, to $93.3 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $59.8 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, operating income increased 30 basis points to 8.8% in the third quarter of 2021 versus 8.5% in the same period in 2020. Operating income increased $145.8 million, or 131%, to $257.0 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $111.2 million in 2020. As a percentage of net sales, operating income
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increased 230 basis points to 8.8% in the first nine months of 2021 versus 6.5% in the same period in 2020. The change in operating income and operating margin is primarily attributable to the items discussed above.
Interest Expense, Net. Interest expense increased $4.9 million, or 47%, to $15.4 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $10.5 million in the prior year. Interest expense increased $9.4 million, or 29%, to $41.2 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $31.8 million in the prior year.
The increase in interest expense reflects (i) increased borrowings related to 2020 and 2021 acquisitions and (ii) the Company's issuance of its 4.75% Senior Notes due 2029 (the "4.75% Senior Notes") in April 2021 (as described in Note 9 in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements).
Income Taxes. Income tax expense increased $8.4 million in the third quarter of 2021 to $20.4 million from $12.0 million in the prior year period. Income tax expense increased $31.7 million in the first nine months of 2021, to $51.9 million from $20.2 million in the prior year period.
The increase in income tax expense is due primarily to an increase in pretax income. The effective tax rate in the third quarter of 2021 and 2020 was 26.3% and 24.3%, respectively. The effective tax rates in the first nine months of 2021 and 2020 were 24.1% and 25.4%, respectively. The 2021 rate includes the impact of the recognition of excess tax benefits on share-based compensation that was recorded as a reduction to income tax expense in the amount of $5.7 million, while the 2020 rate reflects the impact of $2.2 million in permanent tax differences due to certain Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act payroll tax credits.
Use of Financial Metrics
Our MD&A includes financial metrics, such as RV, marine and MH content per unit, which we believe are important measures of the Company's business performance. Content per unit metrics are generally calculated using our market sales divided by third-party measures of industry volume. These metrics should not be considered alternatives to U.S. GAAP. Our computations of content per unit may differ from similarly titled measures used by others. These metrics should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for an analysis of our results as reported under U.S. GAAP.
REVIEW BY BUSINESS SEGMENT
The Company's reportable segments, Manufacturing and Distribution, are based on its method of internal reporting. The Company regularly evaluates the performance of the Manufacturing and Distribution segments and allocates resources to them based on a variety of indicators including sales and operating income. The Company does not measure profitability at the customer market (RV, marine, MH and industrial) level.
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Third Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 26, 2021 Compared to 2020
General
 
In the discussion that follows, sales attributable to the Company’s reportable segments include intersegment sales and gross profit includes the impact of intersegment operating activity.
The table below presents information about the sales, gross profit and operating income of the Company’s reportable segments. A reconciliation of consolidated operating income is presented in Note 15 of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
 Third Quarter Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020Amount Change% Change
Sales  
Manufacturing$792,299 $506,278 $286,021 56%
Distribution289,822 208,073 81,749 39%
Gross Profit
Manufacturing149,139 97,543 51,596 53%
Distribution57,349 36,293 21,056 58%
Operating Income
Manufacturing91,370 63,312 28,058 44%
Distribution31,187 16,444 14,743 90%
 Nine Months Ended
(thousands)September 26, 2021September 27, 2020Amount Change% Change
Sales  
Manufacturing$2,151,946 $1,230,805 $921,141 75%
Distribution833,381 511,895 321,486 63%
Gross Profit
Manufacturing420,625 225,447 195,178 87%
Distribution158,047 88,627 69,420 78%
Operating Income
Manufacturing269,227 131,426 137,801 105%
Distribution83,563 33,350 50,213 151%
Manufacturing
Sales. Sales increased $286.0 million, or 56%, to $792.3 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $506.3 million in the prior year quarter. For the first nine months of 2021, sales increased $921.1 million, or 75%, to $2,151.9 million from $1,230.8 million in the prior year period. This segment accounted for approximately 73% and 71% of the Company’s sales for the third quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively, and 72% and 71% for the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, respectively. The sales increase in the third quarter of 2021 compared to 2020 was attributed to sales increases in all four of the Company's end markets, where sales to the RV end market increased 49%, marine increased 85%, MH increased 43% and industrial increased 56%. The sales increase for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year period was also attributed to sales increases in all four end markets, where RV end market sales increased 77%, marine increased 107%, MH increased 49% and industrial increased 47%. Net sales in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2021 were approximately $63.4 million and
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$110.1 million, respectively, and net sales in the third quarter and first nine months of 2020 attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2020 were $13.2 million and $17.0 million, respectively.
Gross Profit. Gross profit increased $51.6 million, or 53%, to $149.1 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $97.5 million in the third quarter of 2020. For the first nine months of 2021, gross profit increased $195.2 million, or 87%, to $420.6 million from $225.4 million in the prior year period. As a percentage of sales, gross profit decreased to 18.8% in the third quarter of 2021 from 19.3% in the third quarter of 2020 and increased to 19.5% in the first nine months of 2021 from 18.3% in the prior year period.
Gross profit margin decreased during the third quarter of 2021 compared to third quarter of 2020 primarily due to a 250 basis point increase in manufacturing material expense as a percentage of sales due to the impacts of supply chain constraints and increased material costs, partially offset by an improvement of 90 basis points in manufacturing labor and 120 basis points in manufacturing overhead as a percentage of sales.
Gross profit margin increased during the first nine months of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 primarily due to (i) a 250 basis point improvement in manufacturing overhead expense as a percentage of net sales, and (ii) an 80 basis point improvement in direct labor as a percentage of net sales, partially offset by a 200 basis point increase in material costs as a percentage of sales.
Operating Income. Operating income increased $28.1 million, or 44%, to $91.4 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $63.3 million in the prior year quarter. For the first nine months of 2021, operating income increased $137.8 million, or 105%, to $269.2 million from $131.4 million the prior year period. The overall increase in operating income in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 primarily reflects the items discussed above.
Distribution
Sales. Sales increased $81.7 million, or 39%, to $289.8 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $208.1 million in the prior year quarter. For the first nine months of 2021, sales increased $321.5 million, or 63%, to $833.4 million from $511.9 million in the prior year period. This segment accounted for approximately 27% and 29% of the Company’s sales for the third quarter of 2021 and 2020, respectively, and 28% and 29% of sales for the first nine months of 2021 and 2020, respectively. The sales increase in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020 was attributed to a 52% increase in our RV market sales, an 85% increase in marine market sales, an 11% increase in MH market sales, and a 25% increase in industrial market sales. The sales increase in the first nine months of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 was attributed to a 97% increase in RV market sales, a 103% increase in marine market sales, a 12% increase in MH market sales and a 31% increase in industrial market sales. Net sales in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2021 were approximately $20.6 million and $36.0 million, respectively, and net sales in the third quarter and first nine months of 2020 attributable to acquisitions completed in the first nine months of 2020 was approximately $6.5 million.
Gross Profit. Gross profit increased $21.0 million, or 58%, to $57.3 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $36.3 million in the third quarter of 2020. For the first nine months of 2021, gross profit increased $69.4 million, or 78%, to $158.0 million from $88.6 million the prior year period. As a percentage of sales, gross profit increased to 19.8% in the third quarter of 2021 from 17.4% in the third quarter of 2020, and increased to 19.0% for the first nine months of 2021 from 17.3% for the prior year period. The increase in gross profit margin in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 compared to the third quarter and first nine months of 2020 is primarily attributed to the higher margin profiles of certain 2020 and 2021 acquisitions and leveraging of certain fixed costs.
Operating Income. Operating income increased $14.8 million, or 90%, to $31.2 million in the third quarter of 2021 from $16.4 million in the prior year quarter. For the first nine months of 2021, operating income increased $50.2 million or 151%, to $83.6 million from $33.4 million the prior year period. The improvement in operating income in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021 primarily reflects the items discussed above.
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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Our liquidity at September 26, 2021 consisted of cash and cash equivalents of $44.9 million as well as $409.3 million of availability under our credit facility.
Cash Flows
Operating Activities
Cash flows from operating activities are one of the Company's primary sources of liquidity, representing the net income the Company earned in the reported periods, adjusted for non-cash items and changes in operating assets and liabilities.
Net cash provided by operating activities increased $34.6 million to $147.4 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $112.8 million in the first nine months of 2020. The increase is primarily attributable to (i) a $104.7 million increase in net income and (ii) a $23.3 million increase in depreciation and amortization. These increases in sources of cash from operations were offset by an increase in use of cash for net working capital of $108.4 million, associated primarily with investments in inventory to support customer needs and growth of accounts receivable in line with net sales.
Investing Activities  
Net cash used in investing activities increased $198.3 million to $343.7 million in the first nine months of 2021 from $145.4 million in the first nine months of 2020 primarily due to an increase in cash used in business acquisitions of $174.3 million and a $22.0 million increase in capital expenditures.
Financing Activities 
Net cash provided by financing activities increased $240.8 million to $196.4 million in the first nine months of 2021 from a $44.4 million use of cash in the first nine months of 2020. The increase is primarily due to (i) proceeds of $350.0 million from the Company's issuance of its 4.75% Senior Notes and (ii) an additional $58.8 million in term loan borrowings. These sources of cash were partially offset by (i) an additional $139.6 million in net revolver repayments, (ii) a $12.0 million increase in taxes paid for share-based payment arrangements and (iii) a $13.8 million increase in stock repurchases and dividends to shareholders.
Summary of Liquidity and Capital Resources
At September 26, 2021, the Company's existing cash and cash equivalents, cash generated from operations, and available borrowings under its 2021 Credit Facility (as defined herein) are expected to be sufficient to meet anticipated cash needs for working capital and capital expenditures for at least the next 12 months, exclusive of any acquisitions, based on its current cash flow budgets and forecast of short-term and long-term liquidity needs.
The ability to access unused borrowing capacity under the 2021 Credit Facility as a source of liquidity is dependent on maintaining compliance with the financial covenants as specified under the terms of the credit agreement that established the 2021 Credit Facility (the "2021 Credit Agreement").
As of and for the September 26, 2021 reporting date, the Company was in compliance with its financial covenants as required under the terms of its 2021 Credit Agreement. The required maximum consolidated secured net leverage ratio and the required minimum consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio, as such ratios are defined in the 2021 Credit Agreement, compared to the actual amounts as of September 26, 2021 and for the fiscal period then ended are as follows:  
 RequiredActual
Consolidated secured net leverage ratio (12-month period)2.75 0.48 
Consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio (12-month period)1.50 6.84 
In addition, as of September 26, 2021, the Company's consolidated total net leverage ratio (12-month period) was 2.20. While this ratio was a covenant under the Company’s previous credit agreement and is not a covenant under the 2021 Credit Agreement, it is used in the determination of the applicable borrowing margin under the 2021 Credit Agreement.
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Working capital requirements vary from period to period depending on manufacturing volumes primarily related to the RV, MH, marine and industrial markets we serve, the timing of deliveries, and the payment cycles of customers. In the event that operating cash flow is inadequate and one or more of the Company's capital resources were to become unavailable, the Company would seek to revise its operating strategies accordingly. The Company will continue to assess its liquidity position and potential sources of supplemental liquidity in view of operating performance, current economic and capital market conditions, and other relevant circumstances.
On April 20, 2021, we completed the issuance of $350 million aggregate principal amount of our 4.75% Senior Notes in a private placement exempt from registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The 4.75% Senior Notes, which were issued at par, carry an interest rate of 4.75%. Following the completion of the offering, the Company amended and restated the credit agreement governing its then-existing $650 million senior secured credit facility to establish a new $700 million senior secured credit facility consisting of a $550 million revolving credit facility and a $150 million term loan facility (the "2021 Credit Facility"). The maturity date for borrowings under the 2021 Credit Facility was extended to April 2026. The 2021 Credit Facility replaced the Company’s previously existing credit facility that was due to mature in September 2024.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
There have been no material changes to our critical accounting policies which are summarized in the MD&A in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. 
OTHER
Seasonality
Manufacturing operations in the RV, marine and MH industries historically have been seasonal and at their highest levels when the weather is moderate. Accordingly, the Company’s sales and profits had generally been the highest in the second quarter and lowest in the fourth quarter. Seasonal industry trends in the past several years have included the impact related to the addition of major RV manufacturer open houses for dealers in the August/September timeframe as well as marine open houses in the January/February timeframe, resulting in dealers delaying certain restocking purchases until new product lines are introduced at these shows. In addition, current and future seasonal industry trends may be different than in prior years due to the impact of national and regional economic conditions and consumer confidence on retail sales of RVs and other products for which the Company sells its components, timing of dealer orders, fluctuations in dealer inventories, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on consumer buying patterns, and from time to time, the impact of severe weather conditions on the timing of industry-wide wholesale shipments.
Subsequent Events
We evaluated all subsequent events and transactions that occurred after the balance sheet date through the date of issuance of the Form 10-Q that required recognition or disclosure in the condensed consolidated financial statements.
See Note 18 of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further discussion of events occurring after September 26, 2021 until the filing date of this Form 10-Q.
INFORMATION CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The Company makes forward-looking statements with respect to financial condition, results of operations, business strategies, operating efficiencies or synergies, competitive position, growth opportunities for existing products, plans and objectives of management, markets for the common stock of Patrick Industries, Inc. and other matters from time to time and desires to take advantage of the “safe harbor” which is afforded such statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 when they are accompanied by meaningful cautionary statements identifying important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. The statements contained in the foregoing “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations”, as well as other statements contained in this quarterly report and statements contained in future filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), publicly disseminated press releases, quarterly earnings conference calls, and statements which may be made from time to time in the future by management of the Company in presentations to
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shareholders, prospective investors, and others interested in the business and financial affairs of the Company, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Any projections of financial performance or statements concerning expectations as to future developments should not be construed in any manner as a guarantee that such results or developments will, in fact, occur. There can be no assurance that any forward-looking statement will be realized or that actual results will not be significantly different from that set forth in such forward-looking statement. The Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. Information about certain risks that could affect our business and cause actual results to differ from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements are contained in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, and in the Company's Forms 10-Q for subsequent quarterly periods, which are filed with the SEC and are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
ITEM 3.QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Debt Obligations under Credit Agreement
At September 26, 2021, our total debt obligations under our credit agreement were under LIBOR-based interest rates. A 100-basis point increase in the underlying LIBOR and prime rates would result in additional annual interest cost of approximately $0.8 million, assuming average borrowings, including our term loan, subject to variable rates of $83.6 million, which was the amount of such borrowings outstanding at September 26, 2021 subject to variable rates. The $83.6 million excludes deferred financing costs related to the term loan and $200.0 million of borrowings outstanding under the revolver and term loan that are hedged at a fixed interest rate through interest rate swaps.
Commodity Volatility
The prices of key raw materials, consisting primarily of lauan, gypsum, particleboard, aluminum, softwoods lumber, and petroleum-based products, are influenced by demand and other factors specific to these commodities, such as the price of oil, rather than being directly affected by inflationary pressures. Prices of certain commodities have historically been volatile and continued to fluctuate in the third quarter and first nine months of 2021. During periods of volatile commodity prices, we have generally been able to pass both price increases and decreases to our customers in the form of price adjustments. We are exposed to risks during periods of commodity volatility because there can be no assurance future cost increases or decreases, if any, can be partially or fully passed on to customers, or that the timing of such sales price increases or decreases will match raw material cost increases or decreases. We do not believe that commodity price volatility had a material effect on results of operations for the periods presented.
ITEM 4.CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Company maintains “disclosure controls and procedures”, as such term is defined under Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(e), that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow for timely decisions regarding required disclosures. In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, the Company’s management recognizes that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives and the Company’s management necessarily is required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures.
Under the supervision and with the participation of our senior management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, the Company conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this quarterly report (the “Evaluation Date”). Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded as of the Evaluation Date that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective such that the information relating to the Company, including consolidated subsidiaries, required to be disclosed in our reports filed under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and is accumulated and
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communicated to the Company’s management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Changes in internal control over financial reporting
There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) that occurred during the third quarter ended September 26, 2021 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.      
PART II: OTHER INFORMATION
Items 1, 3, 4 and 5 of Part II are not applicable and have been omitted.
ITEM 1A.RISK FACTORS
There have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in 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
(a) None.
(b) None. 
(c) Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
PeriodTotal Number of Shares PurchasedAverage Price
Paid Per Share
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs (1)
Maximum Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs (1)
June 28 - July 25— $— — $14,410,258 
July 26 - August 2945,000 82.37 45,000 46,293,551 
August 30 - September 2683,929 79.69 83,929 39,605,258 
128,929 128,929 
(1) See Note 16 of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information about the Company's stock repurchase program.
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ITEM 6.EXHIBITS
 
Exhibits (1)Description
31.1
31.2
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101Interactive Data Files. The following materials are filed electronically with this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q:
 101.INSXBRL Instance Document
 101.SCHXBRL Taxonomy Schema Document
 101.CALXBRL Taxonomy Calculation Linkbase Document
 101.DEFXBRL Taxonomy Definition Linkbase Document
 101.LABXBRL Taxonomy Label Linkbase Document
 101.PREXBRL Taxonomy Presentation Linkbase Document

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)

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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.
 
 
 
PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
 (Registrant)
   
Date: November 4, 2021By:/s/ Andy L. Nemeth
  
Andy L. Nemeth

  Chief Executive Officer
 
 
   
Date: November 4, 2021By:/s/ Jacob R. Petkovich
  Jacob R. Petkovich
  Executive Vice President-Finance and Chief Financial Officer


   
Date: November 4, 2021By:/s/ James E. Rose
  James E. Rose
  Principal Accounting Officer
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