Lexmark Acquisition Completed
The closing of the Lexmark acquisition in early July marked an important milestone in Xerox's Reinvention strategy. The integration is progressing well with expected cost synergies increased to over $250 million from the original estimate of $200 million, all realizable within the next two years.
IT Solutions Segment Growth
Strong demand for cloud enablement services led to IT Solutions revenue and gross profit increasing by more than 150% year-over-year. Pro forma for the acquisition of ITsavvy, IT Solutions gross billings increased by 8% year-over-year.
Cost Control and Reduction
Xerox achieved a 12% year-over-year reduction in operating expenses excluding certain costs, contributing to cost control efforts that offset some revenue declines.
Debt Reduction Strategy
The Lexmark acquisition was funded primarily with debt but resulted in a lower gross debt leverage ratio. The company plans to repay debt using improved free cash flow and proceeds from the reduction of finance receivables.