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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 10-Q

(Mark One)
    QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31,JUNE 30, 2021, OR
    TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM ____________ TO ________________
Commission File Number: 1-13595
Mettler Toledo International Inc

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware13-3668641
(State or other jurisdiction of(I.R.S Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)
1900 Polaris Parkway
Columbus, OH 43240
and
Im Langacher, P.O. Box MT-100
CH 8606 Greifensee, Swizterland
1-614-438-4511 and +41-44-944-22-11

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

not applicable

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valueMTDNew York Stock Exchange

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 checkmark 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 and post such files). Yes No     
        
Indicate by checkmark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one): 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 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

The Registrant had 23,269,42123,116,939 shares of Common Stock outstanding at March 31,June 30, 2021.





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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1. Financial Statements

METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
INTERIM CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020
(In thousands, except share data)
(unaudited)

March 31,
2021
March 31,
2020
June 30,
2021
June 30,
2020
Net salesNet salesNet sales
ProductsProducts$626,915 $489,334 Products$736,486 $537,113 
ServiceService177,475 159,828 Service187,865 153,560 
Total net salesTotal net sales804,390 649,162 Total net sales924,351 690,673 
Cost of salesCost of salesCost of sales
ProductsProducts245,270 191,623 Products294,053 217,008 
ServiceService87,424 83,130 Service93,394 75,695 
Gross profitGross profit471,696 374,409 Gross profit536,904 397,970 
Research and developmentResearch and development39,272 34,387 Research and development42,603 31,193 
Selling, general and administrativeSelling, general and administrative221,752 198,744 Selling, general and administrative239,045 190,134 
AmortizationAmortization13,884 13,998 Amortization16,218 13,889 
Interest expenseInterest expense9,471 10,219 Interest expense10,439 9,582 
Restructuring chargesRestructuring charges1,193 1,905 Restructuring charges876 860 
Other charges (income), net710 (3,343)
Other income, netOther income, net(2,661)(2,943)
Earnings before taxesEarnings before taxes185,414 118,499 Earnings before taxes230,384 155,255 
Provision for taxesProvision for taxes35,751 20,384 Provision for taxes45,621 28,693 
Net earningsNet earnings$149,663 $98,115 Net earnings$184,763 $126,562 
Basic earnings per common share:Basic earnings per common share:Basic earnings per common share:
Net earningsNet earnings$6.41 $4.08 Net earnings$7.97 $5.29 
Weighted average number of common sharesWeighted average number of common shares23,365,077 24,027,833 Weighted average number of common shares23,191,155 23,940,278 
Diluted earnings per common share:Diluted earnings per common share:Diluted earnings per common share:
Net earningsNet earnings$6.32 $4.03 Net earnings$7.85 $5.22 
Weighted average number of common and common equivalent sharesWeighted average number of common and common equivalent shares23,685,665 24,353,477 Weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares23,521,793 24,228,989 
Total comprehensive income, net of tax (Note 10)$172,844 $74,087 
Comprehensive income, net of tax (Note 10)Comprehensive income, net of tax (Note 10)$193,915 $128,658 


The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
INTERIM CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETSSTATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
As of March 31,Six months ended June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020
(In thousands, except share data)
(unaudited)
March 31,
2021
December 31,
2020
ASSETS
Current assets:  
Cash and cash equivalents$106,654 $94,254 
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances of $19,654 million at March 31, 2021
and $18,625 at December 31, 2020574,418 593,809 
Inventories321,341 297,611 
Other current assets and prepaid expenses77,795 71,230 
Total current assets1,080,208 1,056,904 
Property, plant and equipment, net780,166 798,868 
Goodwill640,687 550,270 
Other intangible assets, net298,645 196,785 
Deferred tax assets, net39,240 41,836 
Other non-current assets189,422 169,886 
Total assets$3,028,368 $2,814,549 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:  
Trade accounts payable$189,289 $175,801 
Accrued and other liabilities195,123 196,834 
Accrued compensation and related items124,966 179,252 
Deferred revenue and customer prepayments180,330 149,106 
Taxes payable99,596 89,017 
Short-term borrowings and current maturities of long-term debt52,505 50,317 
Total current liabilities841,809 840,327 
Long-term debt1,561,054 1,284,174 
Deferred tax liabilities, net34,697 34,448 
Other non-current liabilities388,165 372,925 
Total liabilities2,825,725 2,531,874 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 16)0
Shareholders’ equity:  
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value per share; authorized 10,000,000 shares
Common stock, $0.01 par value per share; authorized 125,000,000 shares; issued 44,786,011 and 44,786,011 shares; outstanding 23,269,421 and 23,471,841 shares at March 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively448 448 
Additional paid-in capital810,954 805,140 
Treasury stock at cost (21,516,590 shares at March 31, 2021 and 21,314,170 shares at December 31, 2020)(5,541,402)(5,283,584)
Retained earnings5,244,387 5,095,596 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(311,744)(334,925)
Total shareholders’ equity202,643 282,675 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$3,028,368 $2,814,549 
June 30,
2021
June 30,
2020
Net sales  
Products$1,363,401 $1,026,447 
Service365,340 313,388 
Total net sales1,728,741 1,339,835 
Cost of sales
Products539,323 408,631 
Service180,818 158,825 
Gross profit1,008,600 772,379 
Research and development81,875 65,580 
Selling, general and administrative460,797 388,878 
Amortization30,102 27,887 
Interest expense19,910 19,801 
Restructuring charges2,069 2,765 
Other income, net(1,951)(6,286)
Earnings before taxes415,798 273,754 
Provision for taxes81,372 49,077 
Net earnings$334,426 $224,677 
Basic earnings per common share:
Net earnings$14.37 $9.37 
Weighted average number of common shares23,277,636 23,984,055 
Diluted earnings per common share:
Net earnings$14.17 $9.25 
Weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares23,603,805 24,291,321 
Comprehensive income, net of tax (Note 10)$366,759 $202,745 


The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
INTERIM CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITYBALANCE SHEETS
Three months ended March 31,As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020
(In thousands, except share data)
(unaudited)

 Additional Paid-in Capital  Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) 
 Common StockTreasury StockRetained Earnings 
 SharesAmountTotal
Balance at December 31, 201924,125,317 $448 $783,871 $(4,539,154)$4,499,288 $(323,673)$420,780 
Exercise of stock options and restricted stock units50,372 — 9,355 (2,220)7,135 
Repurchases of common stock(268,161)— — (200,000)— — (200,000)
Share-based compensation— — 4,395 — — — 4,395 
Net earnings— — — — 98,115 — 98,115 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — (24,028)(24,028)
Balance at March 31, 202023,907,528 $448 $788,266 $(4,729,799)$4,595,183 $(347,701)$306,397 
Balance at December 31, 202023,471,841 $448 $805,140 $(5,283,584)$5,095,596 $(334,925)$282,675 
Exercise of stock options, restricted stock units and performance stock units22,388 — 1,239 4,682 (872)5,049 
Repurchases of common stock(224,808)— — (262,500)— — (262,500)
Share-based compensation— — 4,575 — — — 4,575 
Net earnings— — — — 149,663 — 149,663 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — 23,181 23,181 
Balance at March 31, 202123,269,421 $448 $810,954 $(5,541,402)$5,244,387 $(311,744)$202,643 


June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
ASSETS
Current assets:  
Cash and cash equivalents$142,252 $94,254 
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances of $20,212 at June 30, 2021
and $18,625 at December 31, 2020600,191 593,809 
Inventories350,159 297,611 
Other current assets and prepaid expenses80,009 71,230 
Total current assets1,172,611 1,056,904 
Property, plant and equipment, net790,512 798,868 
Goodwill642,186 550,270 
Other intangible assets, net293,719 196,785 
Deferred tax assets, net41,240 41,836 
Other non-current assets202,636 169,886 
Total assets$3,142,904 $2,814,549 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:  
Trade accounts payable$210,811 $175,801 
Accrued and other liabilities195,816 196,834 
Accrued compensation and related items166,975 179,252 
Deferred revenue and customer prepayments192,199 149,106 
Taxes payable119,543 89,017 
Short-term borrowings and current maturities of long-term debt53,025 50,317 
Total current liabilities938,369 840,327 
Long-term debt1,602,005 1,284,174 
Deferred tax liabilities, net35,587 34,448 
Other non-current liabilities375,519 372,925 
Total liabilities2,951,480 2,531,874 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 16)0
Shareholders’ equity:  
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value per share; authorized 10,000,000 shares
Common stock, $0.01 par value per share; authorized 125,000,000 shares;
issued 44,786,011 and 44,786,011 shares; outstanding 23,116,939 and
23,471,841 shares at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively448 448 
Additional paid-in capital815,535 805,140 
Treasury stock at cost (21,669,072 shares at June 30, 2021 and 21,314,170 shares at December 31, 2020)(5,751,052)(5,283,584)
Retained earnings5,429,085 5,095,596 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(302,592)(334,925)
Total shareholders’ equity191,424 282,675 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$3,142,904 $2,814,549 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
INTERIM CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWSSHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
ThreeSix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020
(In thousands)thousands, except share data)
(unaudited)

March 31,
2021
March 31,
2020
Cash flows from operating activities:  
Net earnings$149,663 $98,115 
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities: 
Depreciation10,943 10,133 
Amortization13,884 13,998 
Deferred tax benefit(5,068)(3,718)
Share-based compensation4,575 4,395 
Increase (decrease) in cash resulting from changes in: 
Trade accounts receivable, net12,232 39,906 
Inventories(28,029)(20,674)
Other current assets(4,175)(4,211)
Trade accounts payable15,543 (15,050)
Taxes payable15,411 (15,096)
Accruals and other(26,102)(42,283)
Net cash provided by operating activities158,877 65,515 
Cash flows from investing activities:  
Purchase of property, plant and equipment(24,605)(18,835)
Acquisitions(185,074)(5,610)
Net hedging settlements on intercompany loans18,226 (10,008)
Net cash used in investing activities(191,453)(34,453)
Cash flows from financing activities:  
Proceeds from borrowings827,991 832,268 
Repayments of borrowings(523,146)(551,319)
Proceeds from stock option exercises5,049 7,135 
Repurchases of common stock(262,500)(200,000)
Other financing activities(714)(800)
Net cash provided by financing activities46,680 87,284 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents(1,704)(2,546)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents12,400 115,800 
Cash and cash equivalents: 
Beginning of period94,254 207,785 
End of period$106,654 $323,585 

 Additional Paid-in Capital  Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) 
 Common StockTreasury StockRetained Earnings 
 SharesAmountTotal
Balance at December 31, 201924,125,317 $448 $783,871 $(4,539,154)$4,499,288 $(323,673)$420,780 
Exercise of stock options and restricted stock units50,372 — 9,355 (2,220)— 7,135 
Repurchases of common stock(268,161)— — (200,000)— — (200,000)
Share-based compensation— — 4,395 — — — 4,395 
Net earnings— — — — 98,115 — 98,115 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — (24,028)(24,028)
Balance at March 31, 202023,907,528 $448 $788,266 $(4,729,799)$4,595,183 $(347,701)$306,397 
Exercise of stock options and restricted stock units63,737 — 11,837 (1,222)— 10,615 
Repurchases of common stock— — — — 
Share-based compensation— — 4,423 — — — 4,423 
Net earnings— — — — 126,562 — 126,562 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — 2,096 2,096 
Balance at June 30, 202023,971,265 $448 $792,689 $(4,717,962)$4,720,523 $(345,605)$450,093 
Balance at December 31, 202023,471,841 $448 $805,140 $(5,283,584)$5,095,596 $(334,925)$282,675 
Exercise of stock options and restricted stock units22,388 — 1,239 4,682 (872)— 5,049 
Repurchases of common stock(224,808)— — (262,500)— — (262,500)
Share-based compensation— — 4,575 — — — 4,575 
Net earnings— — — — 149,663 — 149,663 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — 23,181 23,181 
Balance at March 31, 202123,269,421 $448 $810,954 $(5,541,402)$5,244,387 $(311,744)$202,643 
Exercise of stock options and restricted stock units13,248 — 2,849 (65)— 2,784 
Repurchases of common stock(165,730)— — (212,499)— — (212,499)
Share-based compensation— — 4,581 — — — 4,581 
Net earnings— — — — 184,763 — 184,763 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— — — — — 9,152 9,152 
Balance at June 30, 202123,116,939 $448 $815,535 $(5,751,052)$5,429,085 $(302,592)$191,424 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
INTERIM CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020
(In thousands)
(unaudited)
June 30,
2021
June 30,
2020
Cash flows from operating activities:  
Net earnings$334,426 $224,677 
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities: 
Depreciation22,261 20,327 
Amortization30,102 27,887 
Deferred tax benefit(7,423)(4,570)
Share-based compensation9,156 8,818 
Increase (decrease) in cash resulting from changes in: 
Trade accounts receivable, net(9,551)71,081 
Inventories(52,794)(26,081)
Other current assets(3,893)(10,050)
Trade accounts payable34,045 (28,136)
Taxes payable33,598 762 
Accruals and other14,485 (35,963)
Net cash provided by operating activities404,412 248,752 
Cash flows from investing activities:  
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment3,248 2,025 
Purchase of property, plant and equipment(47,363)(37,089)
Acquisitions(185,534)(6,242)
Other investing activities3,604 (9,281)
Net cash used in investing activities(226,045)(50,587)
Cash flows from financing activities:  
Proceeds from borrowings1,204,996 1,076,098 
Repayments of borrowings(866,153)(1,168,125)
Proceeds from stock option exercises7,833 17,750 
Repurchases of common stock(474,999)(200,000)
Other financing activities(2,288)(800)
Net cash used in financing activities(130,611)(275,077)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents242 (3,596)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents47,998 (80,508)
Cash and cash equivalents: 
Beginning of period94,254 207,785 
End of period$142,252 $127,277 


The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim consolidated financial statements.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

1.BASIS OF PRESENTATION
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. ("Mettler-Toledo" or the "Company") is a leading global supplier of precision instruments and services. The Company manufactures weighing instruments for use in laboratory, industrial, packaging, logistics and food retailing applications. The Company also manufactures several relatedrelated analytical instrumentsinstruments and provides automated chemistry solutions used in drug and chemical compound discoverydiscovery and development. In addition, the Company manufactures metal detection and other end-of-line inspection systems used in production and packaging and provides solutions for use in certain process analytics applications. The Company's primary manufacturing facilities are located in China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. The Company's principal executive offices are located in Columbus, Ohio and Greifensee, Switzerland.
The accompanying interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) and include all entities in which the Company has control, which are its wholly-owned subsidiaries. The interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. The interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.
The accompanying interim consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for a fair statement of the results of the interim periods presented. Operating results for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year ending December 31, 2021.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, as well as disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. These financial statements were prepared using information reasonably available as of March 31,June 30, 2021 and through the date of this Report. Actual results may differ from those estimates due to the uncertainty relating toaround the magnitude and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other factors.
All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated.

2.SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Trade Accounts Receivable
Trade accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and do not bear interest. The allowance for expected credit losses represents the Company'sCompany’s best estimate based on historical information, current information, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of future events and circumstances.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value. Cost, which includes direct materials, labor and overhead, is generally determined using the first in, first out (FIFO) method. The estimated net realizable value is based on assumptions for future demand and related pricing. Adjustments to the cost basis of the Company’s inventory are made for excess and obsolete items based on usage, orders and technological obsolescence. If actual market conditions are less favorable than those projected by management, reductions in the value of inventory may be required.
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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

Inventories consisted of the following:
March 31,
2021
December 31,
2020
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Raw materials and partsRaw materials and parts$134,636 $132,041 Raw materials and parts$148,548 $132,041 
Work-in-progressWork-in-progress59,681 55,688 Work-in-progress66,077 55,688 
Finished goodsFinished goods127,024 109,882 Finished goods135,534 109,882 
$321,341 $297,611  $350,159 $297,611 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill, representing the excess of purchase price over the net asset value of companies acquired, and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized, but are reviewed for impairment annually in the fourth quarter, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that an asset might be impaired. The annual evaluation for goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are generally based on an assessment of qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the asset is less than its carrying amount.
Other intangible assets include indefinite-lived assets and assets subject to amortization. Where applicable, amortization is charged on a straight-line basis over the expected period to be benefited.of benefit. The straight-line method of amortization reflects an appropriate allocation of the cost of the intangible assets to earnings in proportion to the amount of economic benefits obtained by the Company in each reporting period. The Company assesses the initial acquisition of intangible assets in accordance with the provisions of ASC 805 “Business Combinations”"Business Combinations" and the continued accounting for previously recognized intangible assets and goodwill in accordance with the provisions of ASC 350 “Intangibles –"Intangible - Goodwill and Other”Other" and ASC 360 “Property,"Property, Plant and Equipment.”Equipment".
Other intangible assets consisted of the followingfollowing:
 June 30, 2021December 31, 2020
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Intangibles, NetGross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Intangibles, Net
Customer relationships$279,739 $(73,733)$206,006 $201,445 $(68,319)$133,126 
Proven technology and patents98,791 (53,728)45,063 78,312 (52,138)26,174 
Tradenames (finite life)8,228 (3,570)4,658 4,896 (3,444)1,452 
Tradenames (indefinite life)35,556 — 35,556 35,595 — 35,595 
Other8,061 (5,625)2,436 5,215 (4,777)438 
 $430,375 $(136,656)$293,719 $325,463 $(128,678)$196,785 
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 March 31, 2021December 31, 2020
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Intangibles, NetGross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Intangibles, Net
Customer relationships$279,600 $(70,393)$209,207 $201,445 $(68,319)$133,126 
Proven technology and patents98,175 (51,945)46,230 78,312 (52,138)26,174 
Trade name (finite life)8,164 (3,415)4,749 4,896 (3,444)1,452 
Trade name (indefinite life)35,539 — 35,539 35,595 — 35,595 
Other8,056 (5,136)2,920 5,215 (4,777)438 
 $429,534 $(130,889)$298,645 $325,463 $(128,678)$196,785 
METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
The Company recognized amortization expense associated with the above intangible assets of $4.1$6.2 million and $3.9 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and $10.2 million and $7.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The annual aggregate amortization expense based on the current balance of other intangible assets is estimated at $21.6 million for 2021, $21.1 million for 2022, $20.3$20.4 million for 2023, $19.8 million for 2024, $18.8$18.9 million for 2025, and $16.6 million for 2026. Purchased intangible amortization was $3.8$5.9 million, $2.9$4.5 million after tax, and $3.7 million, $2.8 million after tax, for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and $9.7 million, $7.3 million after tax, and $7.5 million, $5.6 million after tax, for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
In addition to the above amortization, the Company recorded amortization expense associated with capitalized software of $9.8$10.0 million and $10.0$9.9 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and $19.8 million and $19.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
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Revenue Recognition
Product revenue is recognized from contracts with customers when a customer has obtained control of a product. The Company considers control to have transferred based upon shipping terms. To the extent the Company’s arrangements have a separate performance obligation, revenue related to any post-shipment performance obligation is deferred until completed. Shipping and handling costs charged to customers are included in total net sales and the associated expense is a component of cost of sales. Certain products are also sold through indirect distribution channels whereby the distributor assumes any further obligations to the end customer. Revenue is recognized on these distributor arrangements upon transfer of control to the distributor. Contracts do not contain variable pricing arrangements that are retrospective, except for rebate programs. Rebates are estimated based on expected sales volumes and offset against revenue at the time such revenue is recognized. The Company generally maintains the right to accept or reject a product return in its terms and conditions and also maintains appropriate accruals for outstanding credits. The related provisions for estimated returns and rebates are immaterial to the consolidated financial statements.
Certain of the Company’s product arrangements include separate performance obligations, primarily related to installation. Such performance obligations are accounted for separately when the deliverables have stand-alone value and the satisfaction of the undelivered performance obligations is probable and within the Company's control. The allocation of revenue between the performance obligations is based on the observable stand-alone selling prices at the time of the sale in accordance with a number of factors including service technician billing rates, time to install, and geographic location.
Software is generally not considered a distinct performance obligation with the exception of a few small software applications. The Company generally does not sell software products without the related hardware instrument as the software is embedded in the product. The Company’s products typically require no significant production, modification, or customization of the hardware or software that is essential to the functionality of the products.
Service revenue not under contract is recognized upon the completion of the service performed. Revenue from spare parts sold on a stand-alone basis is recognized when control is transferred to the customer, which is generally at the time of shipment or delivery. Revenue from service contracts is recognized ratably over the contract period using a time-based method. These contracts represent an obligation to perform repair and other services including regulatory compliance qualification, calibration, certification, and preventative maintenance on a customer’s pre-defined equipment over the contract period.

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Employee Termination Benefits
In situations where contractual termination benefits exist, the Company records accruals for employee termination benefits when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability is reasonably estimable. All other employee termination arrangements are recognized and measured at their fair value at the communication date unless the employee is required to render additional service beyondafter the legal notification period, in which case the liability is recognized ratably over the future service period.
Share-Based Compensation
The Company recognizes share-based compensation expense within selling, general and administrative in the consolidated statements of operations and other comprehensive income with a corresponding offset to additional paid-in capital in the consolidated balance sheet. The Company recorded $4.6 million and $4.4$9.2 million of share-based compensation expense for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to $4.4 million and 2020, respectively.$8.8 million for the corresponding periods in 2020.
On May 6, 2021, the Company's shareholders approved the adoption of the Company's 2013 Equity Incentive Plan (Amended and Restated), and with the effect that approximately 0.9 million
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additional shares of common stock will bewere added to the approximately 2.1 million shares that remained available under the plan prior to its amendment. In addition, shares subject to options granted under the Company's prior equity incentive plan that terminate without being exercised, willare also be available for awards under the amended plan. The amended plan expires in 2031.
Research and Development
Research and development costs primarily consist of salaries, consulting and other costs. The Company expenses these costs as incurred.

Business Combinations and Asset Acquisitions
The Company accounts for business acquisitions under the accounting standards for business combinations utilizing the acquisition method of accounting.combinations. The results of each acquisition are included in the Company's consolidated results as of the acquisition date. The purchase price of an acquisition is allocated to tangible and intangible assets and assumed liabilities based on their estimated fair values and any consideration in excess of the net assets acquired is recognized as goodwill. The determination of the values of the acquired assets and assumed liabilities, including goodwill and intangible assets, require significant judgement.judgment. Acquisition transaction costs are expensed when incurred.

In circumstances where an acquisition involves a contingent consideration arrangement, the Company recognizes a liability equal to the fair value of the expected contingent payments as of the acquisition date. Subsequent changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration are recorded to other charges (income), net.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In March 2020 and January 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04:2020-04 and ASU 2021-01: Reference Rate Reform which provides optional expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships, and other transactions affected by the discontinuance of LIBOR or another referenced rate. The guidance may be be applied to any applicable contract entered into before December 31, 2022. The Company's interest rate and cross currency swaps, as mentioned in Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements, are governed by International Swaps and Derivatives Association ("ISDA") agreements, and the Company adheres to the ISDA's fallback protocol when LIBOR is currently evaluatingdiscontinued. In addition, the
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Company renewed the LIBOR based credit agreement, as discussed further in Note 8, which includes a fallback protocol when LIBOR is discontinued. Based on these procedures, when LIBOR is discontinued the interest rate and cross currency swaps will not require de-designation if certain criteria are met. The Company expects the financial impact of this guidance on the consolidatedrate change when LIBOR is discontinued to be immaterial to its financial statements.

3.REVENUE
The Company disaggregates revenue from contracts with customers by product, service, timing of revenue recognition and geography. A summary of revenue by the Company’s reportable segments for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 follows:
Three months ended March 31, 2021U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
For the three months ended June 30, 2021For the three months ended June 30, 2021U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
Product RevenueProduct Revenue$205,191 $30,167 $136,899 $143,325 $111,333 $626,915 Product Revenue$252,668 $32,018 $145,687 $188,803 $117,310 $736,486 
Service Revenue:Service Revenue:Service Revenue:
Point in timePoint in time51,591 6,891 35,630 9,342 27,877 131,331 Point in time54,493 6,534 37,089 12,633 29,711 140,460 
Over timeOver time15,177 2,223 19,821 3,407 5,516 46,144 Over time16,149 2,284 18,946 4,085 5,941 47,405 
TotalTotal$271,959 $39,281 $192,350 $156,074 $144,726 $804,390 Total$323,310 $40,836 $201,722 $205,521 $152,962 $924,351 
For the three months ended June 30, 2020U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
Product Revenue$188,363 $22,012 $104,458 $128,151 $94,129 $537,113 
Service Revenue:
Point in time46,342 4,726 27,945 9,784 23,490 112,287 
Over time14,635 2,210 16,648 2,972 4,808 41,273 
Total$249,340 $28,948 $149,051 $140,907 $122,427 $690,673 
For the six months ended June 30, 2021U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
Product Revenue$457,859 $62,185 $282,586 $332,128 $228,643 $1,363,401 
Service Revenue:
Point in time106,084 13,425 72,719 21,975 57,588 271,791 
Over time31,326 4,507 38,767 7,492 11,457 93,549 
Total$595,269 $80,117 $394,072 $361,595 $297,688 $1,728,741 
For the six months ended June 30, 2020U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
Product Revenue$365,799 $46,288 $210,335 $218,472 $185,553 $1,026,447 
Service Revenue:
Point in time96,577 10,282 59,336 16,890 49,166 232,251 
Over time28,374 4,274 32,705 6,144 9,640 81,137 
Total$490,750 $60,844 $302,376 $241,506 $244,359 $1,339,835 
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Three months ended March 31, 2020U.S. OperationsSwiss OperationsWestern European OperationsChinese OperationsOther OperationsTotal
Product Revenue$177,436 $24,276 $105,877 $90,321 $91,424 $489,334 
Service Revenue:
Point in time50,234 5,557 31,391 7,106 25,676 119,964 
Over time13,739 2,064 16,057 3,172 4,832 39,864 
Total$241,409 $31,897 $153,325 $100,599 $121,932 $649,162 
A breakdownsummary of net sales to external customersrevenue by major geographic customer destination for the three and six months ended March 31June 30 follows:
20212020
Americas$303,339 $264,824 
Europe241,377 194,828 
Asia / Rest of World259,674 189,510 
Total$804,390 $649,162 

Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
2021202020212020
Americas$353,415 $270,291 $656,754 $535,124 
Europe260,190 194,165 501,566 388,992 
Asia / Rest of World310,746 226,217 570,421 415,719 
Total$924,351 $690,673 $1,728,741 $1,339,835 
The Company's global revenue mix by product category is comprised of laboratory (55% of sales), industrial (39% of sales) and retail (6% of sales). The Company's product revenue by reportable segment is proportionately similar to the Company's global mix except the Company's Swiss Operations is largely comprised of laboratory products while the Company's Chinese Operations has a slightly higher percentage of industrial products. A breakdownsummary of the Company’s salesrevenue by product category for the three and six months ended March 31June 30 is as follows:
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
202120202021202020212020
LaboratoryLaboratory$444,627 $357,091 Laboratory$506,106 $359,471 $950,732 $716,562 
IndustrialIndustrial310,777 252,355 Industrial368,013 288,824 678,791 541,179 
RetailRetail48,986 39,716 Retail50,232 42,378 99,218 82,094 
TotalTotal$804,390 $649,162 Total$924,351 $690,673 $1,728,741 $1,339,835 

The payment terms in the Company’s contracts with customers do not exceed one year and therefore contracts do not contain a significant financing component. In most cases, after appropriate credit evaluations, payments are due in arrears and are recognized as receivables. Unbilled revenue is recorded when performance obligations have been satisfied, but not yet billed to the customer. Unbilled revenue as of March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 was $30.9$36.6 million and $22.6 million, respectively, and is included within accounts receivable. Deferred revenue and customer prepayments are recorded when cash payments are received or due in advance of the performance obligation being satisfied. Deferred revenue primarily includes prepaid service contracts, as well as deferred installation.

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(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

Changes in the components of deferred revenue and customer prepayments during the six month periods ended March 31,ending June 30, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
20212020
Beginning balances as of January 1$149,106 $122,489 
Customer pre-payments/deferred revenue162,765 145,168 
Revenue recognized(127,985)(120,291)
Foreign currency translation(3,556)(2,530)
Ending balance as of March 31$180,330 $144,836 

20212020
Beginning balances as of January 1$149,106 $122,489 
Customer pre-payments/deferred revenue323,654 278,015 
Revenue recognized(278,817)(251,462)
Foreign currency translation(1,744)1,700 
Ending balance as of June 30$192,199 $150,742 
The Company generally expenses sales commissions when incurred because the contractamortization period is one year or less. These costs are recorded within selling, general, and administrative expenses. The Company has not disclosed the value of unsatisfied performance obligations other than customer pre-paymentsprepayments and deferred revenue above as most contracts have an expected length of one year or less and amounts greater than one year are immaterial.
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4.    ACQUISITIONS

In March 2021, the Company acquired all the membership interests of Mayfair Technology, LLC, ("PendoTECH") a manufacturer and distributor of single-use sensors, transmitters, control systems and software for measuring, monitoring and data collection primarily in bioprocess applications. PendoTECH serves bio-pharmaceutical manufacturers and life science laboratories and is located in the United States. The initial cash payment was $185.0 million and the Company may be required to pay additional consideration of up to $20.0 million and other post-closing amounts. The additional consideration is based upon financial thresholds in 2022 and 2023. The estimated fair value of the contingent consideration obligation at the time of acquisition of $13.5 million was determined using a Monte Carlo simulation based on the Company's forecast of future financial results.
Goodwill recorded in connection with the acquisition totaled $93.7 million, which is deductible for tax purposes. Identified intangible finite-life assets acquired include customer relationships of $78.6 million, technology and patents of $21.7 million, trade name of $3.4 million, and other intangibles of $2.4 million. The Company used variations of the income statement approach in determining the fair value of the intangible assets acquired; specifically, the multi-period excess earnings method to determine the fair value of the customer relationships acquired and the relief from royalty method to determine the fair value of the technology and patents. The Company's determination of the fair value of the intangible assets acquired involved the use of significant estimates and assumptions principally related to revenue growth, royalty and customer attrition rates.
The identifiable finite-live intangible assets will be amortized on a straight-line basis over periods of 5 to 20 years and the annual aggregate amortization expense is estimated at $6.9 million. Net tangible assets acquired were $7.4 million and recorded at fair value in the consolidated financial statements. All of the acquired assets are included in the Company's U.S. Operations segment.

5.     FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The Company has limited involvement with derivative financial instruments and does not use them for trading purposes. The Company enters into certain interest rate and cross currency swap agreements in order to manage its exposure to changes in interest rates. The amount of the Company's fixed obligation interest payments may change based upon the expiration dates of its interest rate and cross currency swap agreements and the level and composition of its debt. The Company also enters into certain foreign currency forward contracts to limit the Company's exposure to currency fluctuations on the respective hedged items. For additional disclosures on derivative instruments regarding balance sheet location, fair value, and the amounts reclassified into other comprehensive income and the effective portionsportion of the cash flow hedges, also see NotesNote 6 and Note 10 to the interim consolidated financial statements. As also mentioneddescribed in Note 8, the
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Company has designated its euro-denominated debt as a hedge of a portion of its net investment in euro-denominated foreign subsidiary.
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Cash Flow Hedges
In June 2021, the Company entered into a cross currency swap arrangement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement converts $50 million of borrowings under the Company's credit facility into synthetic Swiss franc debt, which allows the Company to effectively change the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments, excluding the credit spread to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.57%. The swap matures in June 2025. This cross currency swap replaced a similar $50 million swap entered into in June 2019 which matured in June 2021, which converted floating rate LIBOR to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.95%.
In June 2021, the Company entered into a cross currency swap arrangement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement converts $50 million of borrowings under the Company's credit facility into synthetic Swiss franc debt, which allows the Company to effectively change the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments, excluding the credit spread to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.66%. The swap matures in June 2024. This cross currency swap replaced a similar $50 million swap entered into in February 2019 which matured in June 2021, which converted floating rate LIBOR to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.78%.
In June 2019, the Company entered into a cross currency swap arrangement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement converts $50 million of borrowings under the Company's credit facility into synthetic Swiss franc debt, which allows the Company to effectively change the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments, excluding the credit spread to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.82%. The swap began in June 2019 and matures in June 2023.
In June 2019, the Company entered into a cross currency swap arrangement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement converts $50 million of borrowings under the Company's credit facility into synthetic Swiss franc debt, which allows the Company to effectively change the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments, excluding the credit spread, to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.95%. The swap began in June 2019 and matures in June 2021.
In February 2019, the Company entered into a cross currency swap arrangement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement converts $50 million of borrowings under the Company's credit facility into synthetic Swiss franc debt which allows the Company to effectively change the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments, excluding the credit spread to a fixed Swiss franc income of 0.78%. The swap began in February 2019 and matures in June 2021.
In 2015, the Company entered into an interest rate swap agreement designated as a cash flow hedge. The agreement is a swap which has the effect of changing the floating rate LIBOR-based interest payments associated with $100 million inof borrowings under the Company's credit agreement to a fixed obligation of 2.25%. The swap began beginning in February 2017 and matures in February 2022.
The Company's cash flow hedges are recorded gross at fair value in the consolidated balance sheet at March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. A derivative loss of $0.9$0.1 million based upon interest rates and foreign currency rates at March 31,June 30, 2021, is expected to be reclassified from other comprehensive income (loss) to earnings in the next twelve months. The cash flow hedges remain effective as of March 31,June 30, 2021.
Other Derivatives
The Company enters into foreign currency forward contracts in order to economically hedge short-term trade and non-trade intercompany balances largely denominated in Swiss franc, other major European currencies, and the Chinese Renminbi with its foreign businesses. In accordance with U.S. GAAP, these contracts are considered “derivatives not designated as hedging instruments.” Gains or losses on these instruments are reported in current earnings. The foreign currency forward contracts are recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheet at March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, asrespectively, and disclosed in Note 6. The Company recognized in other charges (income) related to these instruments, a net gain of $12.5$0.8 million and net loss of $7.3$0.3 million during the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, whichand a net gain of $13.2 million and a net loss of $7.0 million during the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The gains and losses are primarily offset by the underlying transaction gains and losses on the related transaction gains (losses) associated with these contracts.intercompany balances. At March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, these contracts had a notional value of $805.4$605.0 million and $536.5 million, respectively.    
6.    FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
At March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the Company had derivative assets totaling $2.8$7.5 million and $2.2 million respectively, and derivative liabilities totaling $12.4$7.6 million and $23.3 million,
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respectively. The Company has limited involvement with derivative financial instruments and therefore does not need to present all the required disclosures in tabular format. The fair values of the interest rate swap agreements, the cross currencycross-currency swap agreements and the foreign currency forward contracts that economically hedge short-term intercompany balances are estimated based upon inputs from current valuation information obtained from dealer quotes and priced with observable market assumptions and
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appropriate valuation adjustments for credit risk. The Company has evaluated the valuation methodologies used to develop the fair values by dealers in order to determine whether such valuations are representative of an exit price in the Company’s principal market. In addition, the Company uses an internally developed model to perform testing on the valuations received from brokers. The Company has also considered both its own credit risk and counterparty credit risk in determining fair value and determined these adjustments were insignificant at March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020.
The estimated fair value of the contingent consideration obligation of $13.5 million relating to the PendoTECH acquisition was determined using a Monte Carlo simulation based on the Company's forecast of future financial results. The fair value measurements are based on significant inputs not observable in the market and thus represent a Level 3 measurement.
Under U.S. GAAP, fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. A fair value measurement consists of observable and unobservable inputs that reflect the assumptions that a market participant would use in pricing an asset or liability.

A fair value hierarchy has been established that categorizes these inputs into three levels:
Level 1:    Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities
Level 2:    Observable inputs other than quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities
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The following table presents the Company’sCompany's assets and liabilities, which are all categorized as Level 2, andthat are measured at fair value on a recurring basis at March 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020.basis. The Company does not have any assets or liabilities which are categorized as Level 1 or Level 3, with the exception of the PendoTECH contingent consideration described above.
 March 31, 2021December 31, 2020Balance Sheet Location
Foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$2,849 $2,227 Other current assets and prepaid expenses
Total derivative assets$2,849 $2,227 
Foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$1,799 $1,399 Accrued and other liabilities
Cash Flow Hedges:
Interest rate swap agreements$1,964 $Accrued and other liabilities
Cross currency swap agreement$5,983 $13,093 Accrued and other liabilities
Interest rate swap agreements2,502 Other non-current liabilities
Cross currency swap agreement2,681 6,297 Other non-current liabilities
Total derivative liabilities$12,427 $23,291 

 June 30, 2021December 31, 2020Balance Sheet Classification
Foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$4,625 $2,227 Other current assets and prepaid expenses
Cash Flow Hedges:
Cross currency swap agreement2,903Other non-current assets
Total derivative assets$7,528 $2,227 
Foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$2,373 $1,399 Accrued and other liabilities
Cash Flow Hedges:
Interest rate swap agreements1,442 Accrued and other liabilities
Cross currency swap agreement13,093 Accrued and other liabilities
Interest rate swap agreements2,502 Other non-current liabilities
Cross currency swap agreement3,735 6,297 Other non-current liabilities
Total derivative liabilities$7,550 $23,291 
The Company had $18.0$23.8 million and $14.3 million of cash equivalents at March 31,June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively, the fair value of which is determined using Level 2 inputs, through quoted and corroborated prices in active markets. The fair value of cash equivalents approximates cost.

The fair value of the Company's debt exceeds the carrying value by approximately $39.6$38.0 million as of March 31,June 30, 2021. The fair value of the Company's fixed interest rate debt was estimated using Level 2 inputs, primarily utilizing discounted cash flow models, based on estimated current rates offered for similar debt under current market conditions for the Company.
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7.    INCOME TAXES
The Company's reported tax rate was 19.3%19.8% and 17.2%18.5% during the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively and 19.6% and 17.9% during the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The provision for taxes is based upon using the Company's projected annual effective tax rate of 19.5% and 21.5%20.5% before non-recurring discrete tax items during 2021 and 2020, respectively. The difference between the Company's projected annual effective tax rate and the reported tax rate is primarily related to the timing of excess tax benefits associated with stock option exercises.
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8.    DEBT
Debt consisted of the following at March 31,June 30, 2021:
 March 31, 2021
U.S. DollarOther Principal
Trading
Currencies
Total
3.67% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due December 17, 2022$50,000 $$50,000 
4.10% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 202350,000 50,000 
3.84% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 2024125,000 125,000 
4.24% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 2025125,000 125,000 
3.91% $75 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 202975,000 75,000 
3.19% $50 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due January 24, 203550,000 50,000 
1.47% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due June 17, 2030147,197 147,197 
1.30% Euro 135 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due November 6, 2034158,973 158,973 
1.06% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due March 19, 2036147,197 147,197 
Senior notes debt issuance costs, net(1,073)(1,610)(2,683)
Total Senior Notes473,927 451,757 925,684 
$1.1 billion Credit Agreement, interest at LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points505,605 127,637 633,242 
Other local arrangements2,196 52,437 54,633 
Total debt981,728 631,831 1,613,559 
Less: current portion(222)(52,283)(52,505)
Total long-term debt$981,506 $579,548 $1,561,054 
U.S. DollarOther Principal Trading CurrenciesTotal
3.67% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due December 17, 2022$50,000 $$50,000 
4.10% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 202350,000 50,000 
3.84% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 2024125,000 125,000 
4.24% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 2025125,000 125,000 
3.91% $75 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 202975,000 75,000 
3.19% $50 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due January 24, 203550,000 50,000 
1.47% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due June 17, 2030149,094 149,094 
1.30% Euro 135 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due November 6, 2034161,021 161,021 
1.06% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due March 19, 2036149,094 149,094 
Debt issuance costs, net(1,590)(1,631)(3,221)
Total Senior Notes473,410 457,578 930,988 
$1.25 billion Credit Agreement, interest at LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points512,501 155,140 667,641 
Other local arrangements3,574 52,827 56,401 
Total debt989,485 665,545 1,655,030 
Less: current portion(349)(52,676)(53,025)
Total long-term debt$989,136 $612,869 $1,602,005 
Credit Agreement
On June 25, 2021, the Company entered into a $1.25 billion Credit Agreement ("the Credit Agreement"), which amended its $1.1 billion Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Prior Credit Agreement"). As of March 31,June 30, 2021, the Company had $460.7$576.3 million of additional borrowings available under its Credit Agreement, and the Company maintained $106.7$142.3 million of cash and cash equivalents. During
The Credit Agreement is provided by a group of financial institutions (similar to the three months ended March 31,Company's Prior Credit Agreement) and has a maturity date of June 25, 2026. It is a revolving credit facility and is not subject to any scheduled principal payments prior to maturity. The obligations under the Credit Agreement are unsecured.
Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear interest at current market rates plus a margin based on the Company’s consolidated leverage ratio. The Company must also pay facility fees that are tied to its leverage ratio. The Credit Agreement contains covenants that are similar as those contained in the prior Credit Agreement, with which the Company was in compliance as of June 30, 2021. The Company is required to maintain (i) a ratio of net funded indebtedness to EBITDA of 3.5 to 1.0 or less except that the required maximum ratio may increase to 4.0 to 1.0 for the four consecutive fiscal quarter period commencing with the fiscal quarter in which an acquisition having total consideration (including, without limitation, all cash payments, assumed indebtedness, issued equity interests and earn outs in connection with such acquisition) greater than $250 million and (ii) an interest coverage ratio of 3.0 to 1.0 or greater. The Credit Agreement also places certain limitations on the Company, including limiting the ability to incur liens or indebtedness at a subsidiary level. In addition, the Credit Agreement has several events of default. The Company incurred approximately $0.2 million of debt extinguishment costs during 2021
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
related to the Prior Credit Agreement. The Company capitalized $2.0 million in financing fees during 2021 associated with the Credit Agreement which will be amortized to interest expense through 2026.
Senior Notes

In May 2021, the Company increased its long-term debt primarily dueentered into an agreement to the fundingissue and sell $125 million twelve-year Senior Notes with a fixed interest rate of 2.83%. The Senior Notes will be issued in July 2021 and will mature July 2033. The terms of the PendoTECH acquisitionSenior Notes are consistent with the previous Senior Notes as described in Note 4.

above. The Company used the proceeds from the sale of the notes to refinance existing indebtedness and for other general corporate purposes.    
In December 2020, the Company entered into an agreement to issue and sell EUR 125.0 million of 15-year 1.06% Euro Senior Notes ("1.06% Euro Senior Notes"). The terms of the Euro Senior Notes are consistent with the previous Euro Senior Notes as described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. The Company also entered into a forward contract to receive $152.1 million at the time of issuing the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes in March 2021. The Company issued the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes with a fixed interest rate of 1.06% in March 2021. The 1.06% Euro Senior Notes are unsecured obligations of the Company and will mature on March 19, 2036. Interest on the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes is payable semi-annually in March and September of each year. The Company was in compliance with its debt covenants at March 31,June 30, 2021.

The Company has designated the EUR 125 million 1.47% Euro Senior Notes, the EUR 135 million 1.30% Euro Senior Notes, and the EUR 125 million 1.06% Euro Senior Notes as a hedge of a portion of its net investment in a euro denominatedeuro-denominated foreign subsidiarysubsidiaries to reduce foreign currency risk associated with thisthe net investment. Changes in the carrying value of this debt resulting from fluctuations in the euro to U.S. dollar exchange
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(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

rate are recorded as foreign currency translation adjustments within other comprehensive income (loss). The Company recorded in other comprehensive income (loss) related to this net investment hedge an unrealized gainloss of $17.6$5.8 million and $2.0$2.1 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and an unrealized gain of $11.8 million and an unrealized loss of $0.1 million for the six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The Company has a loss of $11.2$17.0 million recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) as of March 31,June 30, 2021.

Other Local Arrangements

In April 2018, two of the Company's non-U.S. pension plans issued loans totaling $39.6 million (Swiss franc $3838 million) to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The loans have the same terms and conditions, which include an interest rate of Swiss franc LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points. The loans were renewed for one year in April 2021.

9.    SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND TREASURY STOCK
In November 2020, the Company's Board of Directors authorized an additional $2.5 billion to thebe added to its share repurchase program, which has $2.8$2.6 billion of remaining availability as of March 31,June 30, 2021. The share repurchases are expected to be funded from cash generated from operating activities, borrowings, and cash balances. Repurchases will be made through open market transactions, and the amount and timing of purchasespurchases will depend on business and market conditions, the stock price, trading restrictions, the level of acquisition activity and other factors.
The Company has purchased 29.729.8 million common shares since the inception of the program in 2004 through March 31,June 30, 2021. During the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, the Company spent $262.5$475.0 million and $200.0 million on the repurchase of 224,808390,538 shares and 268,161 shares at an average price per share of $1,167.64$1,216.25 and $745.80, respectively. The Company also reissued 22,38835,636 shares and 50,372114,109 shares held in treasury forupon the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units during the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
10.    ACCUMULATED COMPREHENSIVE AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
    Comprehensive income (loss), net of tax consisted of the following:following as of June 30:
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
2021202020212020
Net earnings$184,763 $126,562 $334,426 $224,677 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax9,152 2,096 32,333 (21,932)
Comprehensive income, net of tax$193,915 $128,658 $366,759 $202,745 

March 31,
2021
March 31, 2020
Net earnings$149,663 $98,115 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax23,181 $(24,028)
Comprehensive income, net of tax$172,844 $74,087 

    The following table presents changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component for the periodssix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020:
Currency Translation AdjustmentNet Unrealized
Gain (Loss) on
Cash Flow Hedging Arrangements,
Net of Tax
Pension and Post-Retirement Benefit Related Items,
Net of Tax
Total
Balance at December 31, 2020$(31,101)$(1,479)$(302,345)$(334,925)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gains (losses) cash flow hedging arrangements8,274 8,274 
Foreign currency translation adjustment3,234 13,988 17,222 
Amounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax(7,467)5,152 (2,315)
Net change in other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax3,234 807 19,140 23,181 
Balance at March 31, 2021$(27,867)$(672)$(283,205)$(311,744)
Currency Translation AdjustmentNet Unrealized
Gain (Loss) on
Cash Flow Hedging Arrangements,
Net of Tax
Pension and Post-Retirement Benefit Related Items,
Net of Tax
TotalCurrency Translation Adjustment, Net of TaxNet Unrealized
Gain (Loss) on
Cash Flow Hedging Arrangements,
Net of Tax
Pension and Post-Retirement Benefit Related Items,
Net of Tax
Total
Balance at December 31, 2019$(61,015)$(1,222)$(261,436)$(323,673)
Balance at December 31, 2020Balance at December 31, 2020$(31,101)$(1,479)$(302,345)$(334,925)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gains (losses) cash flow hedging arrangementsUnrealized gains (losses) cash flow hedging arrangements(1,704)(1,704)Unrealized gains (losses) cash flow hedging arrangements5,934 5,934 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentForeign currency translation adjustment(22,450)(5,025)(27,475)Foreign currency translation adjustment11,717 9,147 20,864 
Amounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxAmounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax1,648 3,503 5,151 Amounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax(4,732)10,267 5,535 
Net change in other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxNet change in other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax(22,450)(56)(1,522)(24,028)Net change in other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax11,717 1,202 19,414 32,333 
Balance at March 31, 2020$(83,465)$(1,278)$(262,958)$(347,701)
Balance at June 30, 2021Balance at June 30, 2021$(19,384)$(277)$(282,931)$(302,592)
Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of TaxNet Unrealized
Gain (Loss) on
Cash Flow Hedging Arrangements,
Net of Tax
Pension and Post-Retirement Benefit Related Items,
Net of Tax
Total
Balance at December 31, 2019$(61,015)$(1,222)$(261,436)$(323,673)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gains (losses) cash flow hedging arrangements(3,951)(3,951)
Foreign currency translation adjustment(21,326)(5,949)(27,275)
Amounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax2,195 7,099 9,294 
Net change in other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax(21,326)(1,756)1,150 (21,932)
Balance at June 30, 2020$(82,341)$(2,978)$(260,286)$(345,605)

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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

    The following table presents amounts recognized from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for the three monthsand six month periods ended March 31:June 30:
20212020Location of Amounts Recognized in EarningsThree Months Ended
Effective portion of (gains) losses on cash flow hedging arrangements:
June 30,
20212020Location of Amounts Recognized in Earnings
Effective portion of (gains) / losses on cash flow hedging arrangements:Effective portion of (gains) / losses on cash flow hedging arrangements:
Interest rate swap agreementsInterest rate swap agreements$531 $249 Interest expenseInterest rate swap agreements$543 $692 Interest expense
Cross currency swap(9,708)1,586 (a)
Cross currency swap agreementCross currency swap agreement2,876 34 (a)
Total before taxesTotal before taxes(9,177)1,835 Total before taxes3,419 726 
Provision for taxesProvision for taxes(1,710)187 Provision for taxesProvision for taxes684 179 Provision for taxes
Total, net of taxesTotal, net of taxes$(7,467)$1,648 Total, net of taxes$2,735 $547 
Recognition of defined benefit pension and post-retirement items:Recognition of defined benefit pension and post-retirement items:Recognition of defined benefit pension and post-retirement items:
Recognition of actuarial (gains) losses, plan amendments and prior service cost, before taxes$6,529 $4,493 (b)
Recognition of actuarial losses and prior service cost, before taxesRecognition of actuarial losses and prior service cost, before taxes$6,482 $4,596 (b)
Provision for taxesProvision for taxes1,377 990 Provision for taxesProvision for taxes1,367 1,000 Provision for taxes
Total, net of taxesTotal, net of taxes$5,152 $3,503 Total, net of taxes$5,115 $3,596 
(a)The cross currency swap reflects an unrealized gainloss of $9.3$3.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021 recorded in other charges (income) that was offset by the underlying unrealized gain on the hedged debt for the three months ended March 31, 2021.debt. The cross currency swap also reflects a realized gain of $0.4 million recorded in interest expense for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021.
(b)These accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) components are included in the computation of net periodic pension and post-retirement cost. See Note 12 for additional details for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020.
Six Months Ended
June 30,
20212020Location of Amounts Recognized in Earnings
Effective portion of (gains) / losses on cash flow hedging arrangements:
Interest rate swap agreements$1,074 $940 Interest expense
Cross currency swap agreement(6,832)1,620 (a)
Total before taxes(5,758)2,560 
Provision for taxes(1,026)365 Provision for taxes
Total, net of taxes$(4,732)$2,195 
Recognition of defined benefit pension and post-retirement items:
Recognition of actuarial losses and prior service cost, before taxes$13,011 $9,089 (b)
Provision for taxes2,744 1,990 Provision for taxes
Total, net of taxes$10,267 $7,099 
(a) The cross currency swap reflects an unrealized gain of $6.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 recorded in other charges (income) that was offset by the underlying unrealized loss on the hedged debt. The cross currency swap also reflects a realized gain of $0.8 million recorded in interest expense for the six months ended June 30, 2021.
(b) These accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) components are included in the computation of net periodic pension and post-retirement cost. See Note 12 for additional details for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.

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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
11.    EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE
In accordance with the treasury stock method, the Company has included 320,588 and 325,644the following common equivalent shares in the calculation of diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the three and six months ended March 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively,June 30, relating to outstanding stock options and restricted stock units.units:
20212020
Three months ended330,638 288,711 
Six months ended326,169 307,265 
Outstanding options and restricted stock units to purchase or receive 20,96021,637 and 88,62288,032 shares of common stock for the three monthsmonth period ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, have been excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted average number of common and common equivalent shares as such options and restricted stock units would be anti-dilutive. Options and restricted stock units to purchase or receive 23,620 and 88,261 for the six month period ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, have been excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted average of common and common equivalent shares as such options and restricted stock units would be anti-dilutive.
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

12.    NET PERIODIC BENEFITPENSION COST
Net periodic pension cost for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans and U.S. post-retirement medical plan includes the following components for the three months ended March 31:June 30:
 U.S. Pension BenefitsNon-U.S. Pension BenefitsOther U.S. Post-retirement BenefitsTotal
 20212020202120202021202020212020
Service cost, net$374 $326 $4,945 $4,517 $$$5,319 $4,843 
Interest cost on projected benefit obligations548 889 850 1,180 1,400 2,075 
Expected return on plan assets(1,494)(1,524)(8,972)(8,085)(10,466)(9,609)
Recognition of prior service cost(471)(1,725)(471)(1,725)
Recognition of actuarial losses/(gains)729 644 6,299 5,654 (28)(26)7,000 6,272 
Net periodic pension cost/(credit)$157 $335 $2,651 $1,541 $(26)$(20)$2,782 $1,856 
 U.S. Pension BenefitsNon-U.S. Pension BenefitsOther U.S. Post-retirement BenefitsTotal
 20212020202120202021202020212020
Service cost, net$374 $326 $4,907 $4,528 $$$5,281 $4,854 
Interest cost on projected benefit obligations549 889 858 1,097 1,409 1,993 
Expected return on plan assets(1,494)(1,524)(8,904)(8,017)(10,398)(9,541)
Recognition of prior service cost(465)(1,735)(19)(19)(484)(1,754)
Recognition of actuarial losses/(gains)729 645 6,246 5,712 (9)(7)6,966 6,350 
Net periodic pension cost/(credit)$158 $336 $2,642 $1,585 $(26)$(19)$2,774 $1,902 

Net periodic pension cost for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans and U.S. post-retirement medical plan includes the following components for the six months ended June 30:
 U.S. Pension BenefitsNon-U.S. Pension BenefitsOther U.S. Post-retirement BenefitsTotal
 20212020202120202021202020212020
Service cost, net$748 $652 $9,852 $9,045 $$$10,600 $9,697 
Interest cost on projected benefit obligations1,098 1,778 1,708 2,332 14 2,810 4,124 
Expected return on plan assets(2,988)(3,048)(17,875)(16,104)(20,863)(19,152)
Recognition of prior service cost(936)(3,460)(38)(38)(974)(3,498)
Recognition of actuarial losses/(gains)1,458 1,290 12,545 11,311 (18)(14)13,985 12,587 
Net periodic pension cost/(credit)$316 $672 $5,294 $3,124 $(52)$(38)$5,558 $3,758 

As previously disclosed in the Company’sCompany's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, the Company expects to make employer contributions of approximately $27.9
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
$27.9 million to its non-U.S. pension planplans and employer contributions of approximately $0.2 million to itsU.S. post-retirement medical plan during the year ended December 31, 2021. These estimates may change based upon several factors, including fluctuations in currency exchange rates, actual returns on plan assets and changes in legal requirements.

13.    RESTRUCTURING CHARGES
For the three and six months ending March 31,ended June 30, 2021, the Company has incurred $1.2$0.9 million and $2.1 million of restructuring expenses, respectively, which primarily compriserelates to employee related costs. Liabilities related to restructuring activities are included in accrued and other liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet.
A roll forward of the Company’s accrual for restructuring activities for the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 is as follows:
Total
Balance at December 31, 2020$9,184 
Restructuring charges1,1932,069 
Cash payments /and utilization(4,573)(5,548)
Impact of foreign currency(209)(210)
Balance at March 31,June 30, 2021$5,5955,495 

14.    OTHER CHARGES (INCOME), NET
Other charges (income), net includes non-service pension costs (benefits), (gains) losses from foreign currency transactions and related hedging activities, interest income and other items. Non-service pension benefits for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020 were $2.5 million and $3.0 million, respectively, and $5.0 million and $5.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Other charges (income), net also included $2.8 million of acquisition costs for the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021.
15.    SEGMENT REPORTING
As disclosed in Note 19 to the Company's consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020, the Company has determined there are five reportable segments: U.S. Operations, Swiss Operations, Western European Operations, Chinese Operations and Other.
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(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

The Company evaluates segment performance based on Segment Profit (gross profit less research and development and selling, general and administrative expenses, before amortization, interest expense, restructuring charges, other charges (income), net and taxes).
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
The following tables show the operations of the Company’s reportableoperating segments:

Net Sales toNet Sales toAs of June 30,
For the three months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment2021
June 30, 2021CustomersSegmentsSalesProfitGoodwill
U.S. Operations$323,310 $38,507 $361,817 $79,272 $509,600 
Swiss Operations40,836 201,182 242,018 69,516 23,553 
Western European Operations201,722 55,873 257,595 38,476 93,133 
Chinese Operations205,521 72,529 278,050 94,663 697 
Other (a)152,962 1,275 154,237 21,414 15,203 
Eliminations and Corporate (b)(369,366)(369,366)(48,085)
Total$924,351 $$924,351 $255,256 $642,186 
Net Sales toNet Sales to
For the three months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment 
March 31, 2021CustomersSegmentsSalesProfitGoodwill
U.S. Operations$271,959 $36,784 $308,743 $63,671 $509,600 
Swiss Operations39,281 184,465 223,746 64,879 23,048 
Western European Operations192,350 52,255 244,605 37,866 92,193 
Chinese Operations156,074 69,078 225,152 72,024 683 
Other (a)144,726 1,095 145,821 20,172 15,163 
Eliminations and Corporate (b)(343,677)(343,677)(47,940)
Total$804,390 $$804,390 $210,672 $640,687 

Net Sales toNet Sales toNet Sales toNet Sales to
For the three months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment 
March 31, 2020CustomersSegmentsSalesProfitGoodwill
For the six months endedFor the six months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment
June 30, 2021June 30, 2021CustomersSegmentsSalesProfit
U.S. OperationsU.S. Operations$241,409 $26,391 $267,800 $44,938 $413,898 U.S. Operations$595,269 $75,292 $670,561 $142,943 
Swiss OperationsSwiss Operations31,897 152,848 184,745 53,910 22,751 Swiss Operations80,117 385,647 465,764 134,395 
Western European OperationsWestern European Operations153,325 41,715 195,040 24,107 85,058 Western European Operations394,072 108,128 502,200 76,342 
Chinese OperationsChinese Operations100,599 48,749 149,348 45,550 619 Chinese Operations361,595 141,607 503,202 166,687 
Other (a)Other (a)121,932 896 122,828 11,026 14,569 Other (a)297,688 2,371 300,059 41,586 
Eliminations and Corporate (b)Eliminations and Corporate (b)(270,599)(270,599)(38,253)Eliminations and Corporate (b)(713,045)(713,045)(96,025)
TotalTotal$649,162 $$649,162 $141,278 $536,895 Total$1,728,741 $$1,728,741 $465,928 

(a)Other includes reporting units in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia and other countries.
(b)Eliminations and Corporate includes the elimination of inter-segment transactions and certain corporate expenses and intercompany investments, which are not included in the Company’s operating segments.
Net Sales toNet Sales toAs of June 30,
For the three months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment2020
June 30, 2020CustomersSegmentsSalesProfitGoodwill
U.S. Operations$249,340 $27,515 $276,855 $52,581 $414,370 
Swiss Operations28,948 142,487 171,435 48,248 22,830 
Western European Operations149,051 39,699 188,750 30,345 84,975 
Chinese Operations140,907 45,731 186,638 63,955 621 
Other (a)122,427 875 123,302 13,122 14,828 
Eliminations and Corporate (b)(256,307)(256,307)(31,608)
Total$690,673 $$690,673 $176,643 $537,624 
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)
Net Sales toNet Sales to
For the six months endedExternalOtherTotal NetSegment
June 30, 2020CustomersSegmentsSalesProfit
U.S. Operations$490,750 $53,904 $544,654 $97,519 
Swiss Operations60,844 295,336 356,180 102,158 
Western European Operations302,376 81,413 383,789 54,452 
Chinese Operations241,506 94,480 335,986 109,505 
Other (a)244,359 1,771 246,130 24,148 
Eliminations and Corporate (b)(526,904)(526,904)(69,861)
Total$1,339,835 $$1,339,835 $317,921 

(a)Other includes reporting units in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Eastern EuropeSoutheast Asia and other countries.
(b)Eliminations and Corporate includes the elimination of inter-segment transactions and certain corporate expenses and intercompany investments, which are not included in the Company’s operating segments.
    A reconciliation of earnings before taxes to segment profit for the three monthsand six month periods ended March 31June 30 follows:

Three Months Ended Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 31, 2021March 31, 2020 2021202020212020
Earnings before taxesEarnings before taxes$185,414 $118,499 Earnings before taxes$230,384 $155,255 $415,798 $273,754 
AmortizationAmortization13,884 13,998 Amortization16,218 13,889 30,102 27,887 
Interest expenseInterest expense9,471 10,219 Interest expense10,439 9,582 19,910 19,801 
Restructuring chargesRestructuring charges1,193 1,905 Restructuring charges876 860 2,069 2,765 
Other charges (income), net710 (3,343)
Other income, netOther income, net(2,661)(2,943)(1,951)(6,286)
Segment profitSegment profit$210,672 $141,278 Segment profit$255,256 $176,643 $465,928 $317,921 

During the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, restructuring charges of $1.2$0.9 million were recognized, of which $0.3$0.1 million, $0.2$0.1 million, $0.5$0.6 million, and $0.2$0.1 million related to the Company’s U.S., Swiss, Western European, and Other operations,Operations, respectively. Restructuring charges of $1.9$0.9 million
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

were recognized during the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2020, of which $0.3 million, $0.7$0.3 million, $0.8$0.1 million, and $0.1$0.2 million related to the Company'sCompany’s U.S., Western European, Chinese, and Other Operations, respectively. Restructuring charges of $2.1 million were recognized during the six months ended June 30, 2021, of which $0.4 million, $0.3 million, $1.1 million, and $0.3 million related to the Company’s U.S., Swiss, Western European, and Other operations,Operations, respectively. Restructuring charges of $2.8 million were recognized during the six months ended June 30, 2020, of which $0.6 million, $0.7 million, $1.1 million, $0.1 million, and $0.3 million and related to the Company’s U.S., Swiss, Western European, Chinese, and Other Operations, respectively.

16.    CONTINGENCIES
The Company is party to various legal proceedings, including certain environmental matters, incidental to the normal course of business. Management does not expect that any of such proceedings, either individually or in the aggregate, will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.


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METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – Unaudited
(In thousands, except share data, unless otherwise stated)

Item 2.Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the Unaudited Interim Consolidated Financial Statements included herein.
General
Our interim consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Operating results for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year ending December 31, 2021.
Changes in local currenciescurrency exclude the effect of currency exchange rate fluctuations. Local currency amounts are determined by translating current and previous year consolidated financial information at an index utilizing historical currency exchange rates. We believe local currency information provides a helpful assessment of business performance and a useful measure of results between periods. We do not, nor do we suggest that investors should, consider such non-GAAP financial measures in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. We present non-GAAP financial measures in reporting our financial results to provide investors with an additional analytical tool to evaluate our operating results.
We also include in the discussion below disclosures of immaterial qualitative factors that are not quantified. Although the impact of such factors is not considered material, we believe these disclosures can be useful in evaluating our operating results.
COVID-19
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic ("COVID-19") pandemic has resulted in millions of confirmed cases throughout the world and in all countries where we conduct business. The outbreak has caused many governments to implement stay-at-home orders, quarantines, and significant restrictions on travel. SeveralDuring the course of the ongoing pandemic, several governments have also implemented work restrictions that prohibitprohibited many employees from going to their customary work locations and that requirerequired these employees to work remotely ifwhen possible. These restrictions continue to change as the COVID-19 situation evolves in each country and region.region, considering local circumstances related to vaccine availability, population vaccination rates, and emerging variant strains of COVID-19.
The health and safety of our employees and business partners have been our highest priority throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and we have implemented several preventative and protective measures. We have also continued to support our customers with their essential businesses such as life sciences, food manufacturing, chemicals (e.g., sanitizers, disinfectants, soaps, etc.), food retail, and transportation and logistics.
Our production and logistics facilities are currently operational, and our office-based employees have been ablecontinue to work remotely in adherenceadhere to any applicable jurisdictional stay-at-home orders. Our supply chain is currently continuing with minimal interruption,some interruption. We continue to closely monitor risks associated with our supply chain, including the availability of certain components, material shortages, supplier delays, potential transportation delays, and we generally maintain adequate product inventory levelshigher transportation and safety stock for certain components.material costs, which could significantly adversely affect sales and/or profitability in future quarters. We also continue to leverage our digital and remote sales and service capabilities in certain geographies where necessary, while also meeting delivery requirements with our global supply chain. Our service organization also continues to provide on-site and remote customer support to facilitate uptime, productivity, and regulatory compliance.
COVID-19 presents several risks to our business as further described in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the yearyear ended December 31, 2020. Uncertainties related to COVID-19 and the resulting impact to the global economy continue in most regions of the world
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Results of Operations – Consolidated
The following tables set forth certain items from our interim consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income for the three and six month periods ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020 (amounts in thousands).
Three months ended March 31, Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
20212020 2021202020212020
(unaudited)%(unaudited)% (unaudited)%(unaudited)%(unaudited)%(unaudited)%
Net salesNet sales$804,390 100.0 $649,162 100.0 Net sales$924,351 100.0 $690,673 100.0 $1,728,741 100.0 $1,339,835 100.0 
Cost of salesCost of sales332,694 41.4 274,753 42.3 Cost of sales387,447 41.9 292,703 42.4 720,141 41.7 567,456 42.4 
Gross profitGross profit471,696 58.6 374,409 57.7 Gross profit536,904 58.1 397,970 57.6 1,008,600 58.3 772,379 57.6 
Research and developmentResearch and development39,272 4.9 34,387 5.3 Research and development42,603 4.6 31,193 4.5 81,875 4.7 65,580 4.9 
Selling, general and administrativeSelling, general and administrative221,752 27.6 198,744 30.6 Selling, general and administrative239,045 25.9 190,134 27.5 460,797 26.7 388,878 29.0 
AmortizationAmortization13,884 1.7 13,998 2.2 Amortization16,218 1.8 13,889 2.0 30,102 1.7 27,887 2.1 
Interest expenseInterest expense9,471 1.2 10,219 1.6 Interest expense10,439 1.1 9,582 1.4 19,910 1.2 19,801 1.5 
Restructuring chargesRestructuring charges1,193 0.1 1,905 0.3 Restructuring charges876 0.1 860 0.1 2,069 0.1 2,765 0.2 
Other charges (income), net710 0.1 (3,343)(0.5)
Other income, netOther income, net(2,661)(0.3)(2,943)(0.4)(1,951)(0.1)(6,286)(0.5)
Earnings before taxesEarnings before taxes185,414 23.0 118,499 18.2 Earnings before taxes230,384 24.9 155,255 22.5 415,798 24.0 273,754 20.4 
Provision for taxesProvision for taxes35,751 4.4 20,384 3.1 Provision for taxes45,621 4.9 28,693 4.2 81,372 4.7 49,077 3.7 
Net earningsNet earnings$149,663 18.6 $98,115 15.1 Net earnings$184,763 20.0 $126,562 18.3 $334,426 19.3 $224,677 16.8 

Net sales
Net sales were $804.4$924.4 million and $690.7 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, compared to $649.2 millionand 2020, respectively, and $1.7 billion and $1.3 billion for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. This represents an increase of 34% and 29% in U.S. dollars of 24%.for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Excluding the effect of currency exchange rate fluctuations, or in local currencies, net sales increased 18%27% and 23% for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively. Net sales benefited approximately 1% from the PendoTECH acquisition for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021. We experienced broad-based growth with improvedrobust customer demand in most businesses and regions and strong execution of our sales and marketing programs. Growth in China wasalso continued to be particularly strong, which also benefited from a prior year sales decline relating to COVID-19.strong. However, uncertainty relating to COVID-19 continues and market conditions may change quickly.
Net sales by geographic destination for the three monthmonths ended June 30, 2021s ended March 31, 2021 in U.S. dollars increased 15%31% in the Americas, 24%34% in Europe, and 37% in Asia/Rest of World. In local currencies, our net sales by geographic destination increased 14%29% in both the Americas, 23% in Europe, and Europe.28% in Asia/Rest of WorldWorld. Our net sales by geographic destination for the six months ended June 30, 2021 in U.S. dollars increased 23% in the Americas, 29% in Europe, and 37% in Asia/Rest of World. Net sales by geographic destination for the six months ended June 30, 2021 in local currencies increased 22% in the Americas, 18% in Europe, and 28% in Asia/Rest of World. Net sales in the Americas benefited approximately 2% and 1% from the PendoTECH acquisition for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, and net sales in Europe benefited approximately 1% from the PendoTECH acquisition for the three months ended March 31, 2021 compared to the corresponding periodJune 30, 2021. Net sales growth in 2020, with 44%Asia/Rest of World in local currency includes 35% and 39% growth in China compared to a 13% local currency China sales decline during the three and six months ended March 31, 2020 versus the corresponding period in 2019.June 30, 2021, respectively. A discussion of sales by operating segment is included below.
As described in Note 19 to our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020, our net sales comprise product sales of precision instruments and related services. Service revenues are primarily derived from repair and other services, including regulatory compliance qualification, calibration, certification, preventative maintenance and spare parts.
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Net sales of products increased 28%37% in U.S. dollars and 23%30% in local currencycurrencies for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and increased 33% in U.S. dollars and 27% in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the prior period.corresponding periods in 2020. Net sales of products benefited approximately 2% and 1% from the PendoTECH acquisition for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Service revenue (including spare parts) increased 11%by 22% in U.S. dollars and 6%15% in local currency duringcurrencies for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and increased 17% in U.S. dollars and 10% in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020.
Net sales of our laboratory products and services, which represented approximately 55% of our total net sales, increased 41% in U.S. dollars and 35% in local currencies for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, increasead 25%nd increased 33% in U.S. dollars and 20%27% in local currencies duringfor the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021. The local currency increase in net sales of our laboratory-related products for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 includes very strong growth in most product categories, especially in pipettes. Our laboratory-relatedNet sales of our laboratory products experienced strong growth in
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biopharma, improved customer demand in various other end markets,also benefited approximately 3% and also continued to benefit1% from COVID-19 testingthe PendoTECH acquisition for the three and vaccine development and production activities.six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.
Net sales of our industrial products and services, which represented approximately 39% of our total net sales, increased 27% in U.S. dollars and 20% in local currencies for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, and increased 23%25% in U.S. dollars and 17%19% in local currencies duringfor the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021. The local currency increase in net sales of our industrial-related products for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes particularly strong growth in core industrial, productsespecially in each region, especially China.
Net sales in our food retailing products and services, which represented approximately 6% of our total net sales, increased 16% in U.S. dollars and 9% in local currencies for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, and increased 23%18% in U.S. dollars and 13%11% in local currencies duringfor the six months ended June 30, 2021. The local currency increase in food retailing for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The increase in food retailingJune 30, 2021 is primarily due to improved project activity in Europe, and Asia/Rest of World.offset in part by a decline in the Americas.
Gross profit
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales was 58.6%58.1% and 57.6% for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 compared to 57.7%and 2020, respectively, and 58.3% and 57.6% for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales for products was 60.9%60.1% and 60.8%59.6% for the three month periodsmonths ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and 60.4% and 60.2% for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales for services (including spare parts) was 50.3% and 50.7% for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 compared to 48.0%and 2020, respectively, and 50.5% and 49.3% for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
The increase in gross profit as a percentage of net sales for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 primarily reflects increased sales volume and favorable price realization, partially offset by higher transportation and material costs.costs and temporary savings in the prior year.
Research and development and selling, general and administrative expenses
Research and development expenses as a percentage of net sales was 4.9% 4.6% and 4.5% for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 compared to 5.3% inand 2020, respectively, and was 4.7% and 4.9% for the corresponding period duringsix months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Research and development expenses increased 14%37% in U.S. dollars and 7%28% in local currencies duringfor the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, and increased 25% in U.S. dollars and 17% in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021,
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respectively, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The local currency increase includesprimarily relates to increased project activity and temporary savings in the timing of project activity.prior year.
Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales were 27.6%25.9% and 27.5% for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 compared to 30.6% inand 2020, respectively, and was 26.7% and 29.0% for the corresponding period duringsix months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectivelyrespectively. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 12%26% in U.S. dollars and 7%20% in local currencies duringfor the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, compared toand increased 18% in U.S. dollars and 13% in local currencies for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021. The local currency increase primarily includes higher cash incentive expense offsetand temporary savings in part by benefits from our temporary and ongoing cost savings initiatives.the prior year.
Amortization, interest expense, other charges (income), net and taxes
Amortization expense was $16.2 million and $13.9 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and $14.02020, respectively, and $30.1 million and $27.9 million for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Interest expense was $9.5$10.4 million and $9.6 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and $10.22020, respectively, and $19.9 million and $19.8 million for the corresponding period in 2020.six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Other charges (income), net includes non-service pension costs (benefits), net (gains) losses from foreign currency transactions and hedging activities, interest income and other items. Non-service pension benefits was $2.5 million and $3.0 million for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, were $2.5respectively, and $5.0 million and $3.0$5.9 million and for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Other charges (income), net also included $2.8 million of acquisition costs for the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021.
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Our reported tax rate was 19.3%19.8% and 17.2%18.5% during the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively, and 19.6% and 17.9% during the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The provision for taxes is based upon using our projected annual effective tax rate of 19.5% and 21.5%20.5% before non-recurring discrete tax items for the three monthsperiods ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The difference between our projected annual effective tax rate and the reported tax rate is related to the timing of excess tax benefits associated with stock option exercises.

Results of Operations – by Operating Segment

The following is a discussion of the financial results of our operating segments. We currently have five reportable segments: U.S. Operations, Swiss Operations, Western European Operations, Chinese Operations and Other. A more detailed description of these segments is outlined in Note 19 to our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020.
U.S. Operations (amounts in thousands)
Three months ended March 31, Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
20212020% 20212020%20212020%
Total net salesTotal net sales$308,743 $267,800 15 %Total net sales$361,817 $276,855 31%$670,561 $544,654 23%
Net sales to external customersNet sales to external customers$271,959 $241,409 13 %Net sales to external customers$323,310 $249,340 30%$595,269 $490,750 21%
Segment profitSegment profit$63,671 $44,938 42 %Segment profit$79,272 $52,581 51%$142,943 $97,519 47%

Total net sales increased 31% and net sales to external customers increased 15% and 13%, respectively23% for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared with the corresponding period in 2020. The increaseNet sales to external customers increased 30% and 21% for the six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared with the corresponding period in total net sales and net2020. Net sales to external customers for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes very strong growth in laboratory products, especially pipettes, and core industrial,industrial. The results are partially offset by declinesa decline in food retailingretailing. Net sales to external customers in our U.S. Operations also benefited approximately 4% and product inspection.2% from the PendoTECH acquisition for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.
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Segment profit increased $18.7$26.7 million and $45.4 million for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Segment profit during the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes higher net sales volume and benefits from our margin expansion, offset in part by higher transportation and material costs and temporary cost savings initiatives.in the prior year.
Swiss OperaOperations (amtions (amountsounts in thousands)
Three months ended March 31, Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
Total net salesTotal net sales$223,746 $184,745 21 %Total net sales$242,018 $171,435 41%$465,764 $356,180 31%
Net sales to external customersNet sales to external customers$39,281 $31,897 23 %Net sales to external customers$40,836 $28,948 41%$80,117 $60,844 32%
Segment profitSegment profit$64,879 $53,910 20 %Segment profit$69,516 $48,248 44%$134,395 $102,158 32%
1)Represents U.S. dollar growth.growth (decline) for net sales and segment profit.

Total net sales increased 21%41% in U.S. dollars and 14%34% in local currency for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, and increased 31% in U.S. dollars and 23% in local currency for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Net sales to external customerscustomers increased 23%41% in U.S. dollars and 17%36% in local currency duringfor the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and increased 32% in U.S. dollars and 26% in local currency for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The increase in local currency net sales to external customers for the three month periodand six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes includes strong growth in most product categories, especially process analytics.
categories.
Segment profit increased $11.0$21.3 million forand $32.2 million the three and six month periodperiods ended March 31,June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Segment profit during the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes higher net sales volume, benefits of our cost savings initiatives and favorable foreign currency translation.translation, offset in part by higher transportation and material costs and temporary cost savings in the prior year.
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Western European Operations (amounts in thousands)
 Three months ended March 31,
 20212020
%1)
Total net sales$244,605 $195,040 25 %
Net sales to external customers$192,350 $153,325 25 %
Segment profit$37,866 $24,107 57 %
 Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
 20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
Total net sales$257,595 $188,750 36%$502,200 $383,789 31%
Net sales to external customers$201,722 $149,051 35%$394,072 $302,376 30%
Segment profit$38,476 $30,345 27%$76,342 $54,452 40%
1)Represents U.S. dollar growth.growth (decline) for net sales and segment profit.

Total net sales increased 25%36% in U.S. dollars and 15%24% in local currencies duringfor the three months period ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and increased 31% in U.S. dollars and 19% in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Net sales to external customers increased 25%35% in U.S. dollars and 14%23% in local currencies duringfor the three months period ended March 31,June 30, 2021, and increased 30% in U.S. dollars and 19% in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Local currency netNet sales to external customers for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 includes very strong growth in most product categories with particularly strong growth in pipettes.categories.

Segment profit increased $13.8$8.1 million and $21.9 million for the three and six month periodperiods ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Segment profit increased during the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 primarily due to higher net sales volume, benefits of our cost savings initiatives and favorable foreign currency translation.translation, offset in part by higher transportation and material costs and temporary cost savings in the prior year.

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Chinese Operations (amounts in thousands)
Three months ended March 31, Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
Total net salesTotal net sales$225,152 $149,348 51 %Total net sales$278,050 $186,638 49%$503,202 $335,986 50%
Net sales to external customersNet sales to external customers$156,074 $100,599 55 %Net sales to external customers$205,521 $140,907 46%$361,595 $241,506 50%
Segment profitSegment profit$72,024 $45,550 58 %Segment profit$94,663 $63,955 48%$166,687 $109,505 52%
1)Represents U.S. dollar growth.growth for net sales and segment profit.

Total net sales increased 51%49% in U.S. dollars and 40%36% in local currency for the three months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and increased 50% in U.S. dollars and 38% in local currency for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. Net sales to external customers by origin increased 55%46% in U.S. dollars and 44%34% in local currency by origin for the three months ended June 30, 2021 and increased 50% in U.S. dollars and 38% in local currency during the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The increase in local currency net sales to external customerscustomers during the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 reflects particularly strong growth in most product categories, especially industrial-relatedboth laboratory and industrial products. We have experienced significant improvement in customer demand in most product categories, and also benefited from the previous year local currency sales decline of 15% during the three months ended March 31, 2020 versus the corresponding period in 2019 due to the impact of COVID-19 and related governmental restrictions. However, market conditions may change quickly and we will start to face more difficult prior period comparisons during the remainder of 2021.

Segment profit increased $26.5$30.7 million and $57.2 million for the three and six month periodperiods ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The increase in segmentsegment profit for the three month periodand six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 primarily includesreflects increased sales volume benefits from our cost savings measures and favorable foreign currency translation.translation, offset in part by higher transportation and material costs and temporary cost savings in the prior year.

Other (amounts in thousands)
Three months ended March 31, Three months ended June 30,Six months ended June 30,
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
20212020
%1)
Total net salesTotal net sales$145,821 $122,828 19 %Total net sales$154,237 $123,302 25%$300,059 $246,130 22%
Net sales to external customersNet sales to external customers$144,726 $121,932 19 %Net sales to external customers$152,962 $122,427 25%$297,688 $244,359 22%
Segment profitSegment profit$20,172 $11,026 83 %Segment profit$21,414 $13,122 63%$41,586 $24,148 72%
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Total net sales and net sales to external customers both increased 19%25% and 22% in U.S. dollars for the three and 14%six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Total net sales and net sales to external customers increased 17% in local currencies duringfor the three month periodmonths ended March 31,June 30, 2021, and increased 16% and 15%, respectively, in local currencies for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The increase in net sales to external customers includes strong growth in most product categories.

Segment profit increased $9.1$8.3 million and $17.4 million for the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the corresponding periodperiods in 2020. The increase in segment profit for the six months ended June 30, 2021 is primarily related to increased sales volume and favorable foreign currency translation.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Liquidity is our ability to generate sufficient cash flows from operating activities to meet our obligations and commitments. In addition,Sources of liquidity includes, cash flows from operating activities, available borrowings under our Credit Agreement, the ability to obtain appropriate financing and our cash and cash equivalent balances. Currently, our liquidity needsfinancing requirements are primarily driven by working capital requirements, capital expenditures, share repurchases and acquisitions.
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Cash provided by operating activities totaled $158.9$404.4 million during the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, compared to $65.5$248.8 million in the corresponding period in 2020. The increase infor the six months ended June 30, 2021 is primarily due to higher net earnings as well as favorable working capital and the timing of tax payments.earnings.
Capital expenditures are made primarily for investments in information systems andand technology, machinery, equipment and the purchase and expansion of facilities. Our capital expenditures totaled $24.6$47.4 million for the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 compared to $18.8$37.1 million in the corresponding period in 2020. We expect to make net investments in new or expanded manufacturing facilities of $10 million to $15 million in 2021.over the next two years.
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Senior Notes and Credit Facility Agreement

Our debt consisted of the following at March 31,June 30, 2021:
 March 31, 2021
U.S. DollarOther Principal
Trading
Currencies
Total
3.67% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due December 17, 2022$50,000 $— $50,000 
4.10% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 202350,000 — 50,000 
3.84% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 2024125,000 — 125,000 
4.24% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 2025125,000 — 125,000 
3.91% $75 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 202975,000 — 75,000 
3.19% $50 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due January 24, 203550,000 — 50,000 
1.47% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due June 17, 2030— 147,197 147,197 
1.30% Euro 135 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due November 6, 2034— 158,973 158,973 
1.06% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due March 19, 2036— 147,197 147,197 
Senior notes debt issuance costs, net(1,073)(1,610)(2,683)
Total Senior Notes473,927 451,757 925,684 
$1.1 billion Credit Agreement, interest at LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points505,605 127,637 633,242 
Other local arrangements2,196 52,437 54,633 
Total debt981,728 631,831 1,613,559 
Less: current portion(222)(52,283)(52,505)
Total long-term debt$981,506 $579,548 $1,561,054 
U.S. DollarOther Principal Trading CurrenciesTotal
3.67% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due December 17, 2022$50,000 $— $50,000 
4.10% $50 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 202350,000 — 50,000 
3.84% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due September 19, 2024125,000 — 125,000 
4.24% $125 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 2025125,000 — 125,000 
3.91% $75 million ten-year Senior Notes due June 25, 202975,000 — 75,000 
3.19% $50 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due January 24, 203550,000 — 50,000 
1.47% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due June 17, 2030— 149,094 149,094 
1.30% Euro 135 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due November 6, 2034— 161,021 161,021 
1.06% Euro 125 million fifteen-year Senior Notes due March 19, 2036— 149,094 149,094 
Debt issuance costs, net(1,590)(1,631)(3,221)
Total Senior Notes473,410 457,578 930,988 
$1.25 billion Credit Agreement, interest at LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points512,501 155,140 667,641 
Other local arrangements3,574 52,827 56,401 
Total debt989,485 665,545 1,655,030 
Less: current portion(349)(52,676)(53,025)
Total long-term debt$989,136 $612,869 $1,602,005 
On June 25, 2021, we entered into a $1.25 billion Credit Agreement ("the Credit Agreement"), which amended our $1.1 billion Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Prior Credit Agreement"), that is further described in Note 8 of our consolidated financial statements.
In May 2021, we entered into an agreement to issue and sell $125 million twelve-year Senior Notes with a fixed interest rate of 2.83%. The Senior Notes will be issued in July 2021 and will mature July 2033. The terms of the Senior Notes are consistent with the previous Senior Notes as described above. We used the proceeds from the sale of the notes to refinance existing indebtedness and for other general corporate purposes.    

As of March 31,June 30, 2021, approximately $460.7$576.3 million of additional borrowings was available under our Credit Agreement, and we maintained $106.7$142.3 million of cash and cash equivalents. During the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021, the Company increased its long-term debt primarily due to the funding of the PendoTECH acquisition as described in Note 4. Changes in exchange rates between the currencies in which we generate cash flows and the currencies in which our borrowings are denominated affect our liquidity. In addition, because we borrow in a variety of currencies, our debt balances fluctuate due to changes in exchange rates. Further, we do not have any downgrade triggers relatingrelated to ratings from rating agencies that would accelerate the maturity dates of our debt.
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We currently believe that cash flow from operating activities, together with liquidity available under our Credit Agreement and local working capital facilities and our cash balances, will be sufficient to fund currently anticipated working capital needs and capital spending requirements for the foreseeable future.
In December 2020, the Company entered into an agreement to issue and sell EUR 125.0 million of 15-year 1.06% Euro Senior Notes ("1.06% Euro Senior Notes"). The terms of the Euro Senior Notes are consistent with the previous Euro Senior Notes as described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020. The Company also entered into a forward contract to receive $152.1 million at the time of issuing the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes in March 2021. The Company issued the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes with a fixed interest rate of 1.06% in March 2021. The 1.06% Euro Senior Notes are unsecured obligations of the Company and will mature on March 19, 2036. Interest on the 1.06% Euro Senior Notes is payable semi-annually in March and September of each year.
In April 2018, two of the Company'sour non-U.S. pension plans issued loans totaling $39.6 million (Swiss franc 38 million) to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The loans have the same terms and conditions which include an interest rate of Swiss franc LIBOR plus 87.5 basis points. The loans were renewed for one year in April 2021.
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We continue to explore potential acquisitions. In connection with any acquisition, we may incur additional indebtedness. In March 2021, we acquired all the membership interests of Mayfair Technology, LLC, ("PendoTECH") a manufacturer and distributor of single-use sensors, transmitters, control systems and software for measuring, monitoring and data collection primarily in bioprocess applications. PendoTECH serves bio-pharmaceutical manufacturers and life science laboratories and is located in the United States. The initial cash payment was $185.0 million and we may be required to pay additional consideration of up to $20.0 million and other post-closing amounts. For additional information related to the PendoTECH acquisition refer to Note 4 to the interim consolidated financial statements.

Share Repurchase Program

In November 2020, the Company's Board of Directors authorized an additional $2.5 billion to thebe added to our share repurchase program, which has $2.8$2.6 billion of remaining availability as of March 31,June 30, 2021. The share repurchases are expected to be funded from cash generated from operating activities, borrowings, and existing cash balances. Repurchases will be made through open market transactions, and the amount and timingtiming of purchases will depend on business and market conditions, the stock price, trading restrictions, the level of acquisition activity, and other factors.
We have purchased 29.729.8 million common shares since the inception of the program in 2004 through March 31,June 30, 2021. During the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, we spent $262.5$475.0 million and $200.0 million on the repurchase of 224,808 shares390,538 and 268,161 shares at an average price per share of $1,167.64$1,216.25 and $745.80, respectively. We also reissued 22,38835,636 shares and 50,372114,109 shares held in treasury forupon the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units during the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Effect of Currency on Results of Operations
Our earnings are affected by changingchanges in exchange rates. We are most sensitive to changes in the exchange rates between the Swiss franc, euro, Chinese renminbi, and U.S. dollar. We have more Swiss franc expenses than we do Swiss franc sales because we develop and manufacture products in Switzerland that we sell globally, and have a number of corporate functions located in Switzerland. When the Swiss franc strengthens against our other trading currencies, particularly the U.S. dollar and euro, our earnings decrease. We also have significantly more sales in the euro than we do expenses. When the euro weakens against the U.S. dollar and Swiss franc, our earnings also decrease. We estimate a 1% strengthening of the Swiss franc against the euro would reduce our earnings before tax by approximately $1.6$1.8 million to $1.8$2.0 million annually.
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We also conduct business in many geographies throughout the world, including Asia Pacific, the United Kingdom, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and Canada. Fluctuations in these currency exchange rates against the U.S. dollar can also affect our operating results. The most significant of these currency exposures is the Chinese renminbi. The impact on our earnings before tax of the Chinese renminbi weakening 1% against the U.S. dollar is a reduction of approximately $2.3$2.1 million to $2.5$2.3 million annually.
In addition to the effects of exchange rate movements on operating profits, our debt levels can fluctuate due to changes in exchange rates, particularly between the U.S. dollar and the Swiss franc, and euro.franc. Based on our outstanding debt at March 31,June 30, 2021, we estimate that a 5% weakening of the U.S. dollar against the currencies in which our debt is denominated would result in an increase of approximately $33.3$35.1 million in the reported U.S. dollar value of our debt.

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Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer
You should not rely on forward-looking statements to predict our actual results. Our actual results or performance may be materially different than reflected in forward-looking statements because of various risks and uncertainties, including statements about expected revenue growth and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential” or “continue.”
We make forward-looking statements about future events or our future financial performance, including earnings and sales growth, earnings per share, strategic plans and contingency plans, growth opportunities or economic downturns, our ability to respond to changes in market conditions, customer demand, our competitive position, pricing, our supply chain, adequacy of our facilities, access to and the costs of raw materials, shipping and supplier costs, gross margins, planned research and development efforts and product introductions, capital expenditures, cash flow, tax-related matters, the impact of foreign currencies, compliance with laws, effects of acquisitions, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our businesses.
Our forward-looking statements may not be accurate or complete, and we do not intend to update or revise them in light of actual results. New risks also periodically arise. Please consider the risks and factors that could cause our results to differ materially from what is described in our forward-looking statements, including the uncertain duration and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic. See in particular “Factors Affecting Our Future Operating Results” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and other reports filed with the SEC from time to time.

Item 3.Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
As of March 31,June 30, 2021, there was no material change in the information provided under Item 7A in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.

Item 4.Controls and Procedures
Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, we have evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as required by Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(b) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based upon that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, have concluded that these disclosure controls and procedures are effective. There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended March 31,June 30, 2021 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1.Legal Proceedings. None
Item 1A.Risk Factors.
For the three and six months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 there were no material changes from risk factors disclosed in Part I, Item 1A of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.

Item 2.Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
 (a)(b)(c)(d)
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
Average Price Paid
per Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Program
Approximate Dollar
Value (in thousands of Shares that may yet be Purchased under the Program)
January 1 to January 31, 202188,814 $1,217.14 88,814 $2,950,326 
February 1 to February 28, 202164,448 $1,180.55 64,448 $2,874,240 
March 1 to March 31, 202171,546 $1,094.57 71,546 $2,795,927 
Total224,808 $1,167.64 224,808 $2,795,927 

 (a)(b)(c)(d)
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
Average Price Paid
per Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Program
Approximate Dollar
Value (in thousands) of Shares that may yet be Purchased under the Program
April 1 to April 30, 202154,552 $1,254.26 54,552 $2,727,503 
May 1 to May 31, 202156,381 $1,278.03 56,381 $2,655,486 
June 1 to June 30, 202154,797 $1,314.98 54,797 $2,583,428 
Total165,730 $1,282.18 165,730 $2,583,428 
In November 2020, the Company's Board of Directors authorized an additional $2.5 billion to the share repurchase program, which has $2.8$2.6 billion of remaining availability as of March 31,June 30, 2021. We have purchased 29.729.8 million shares since the inception of the program through March 31,June 30, 2021.
During both the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, we spent $262.5$475.0 million and $200.0 million on the repurchase of 224,808390,538 and 268,161 shares at an average price per share of $1,167.64$1,216.25 and $745.80, respectively. We also reissued 22,38835,636 shares and 50,372114,109 shares held in treasury forupon the exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock units forduring the threesix months ended March 31,June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.

Item 3.Defaults Upon Senior Securities. None
Item 5.Other information. None
Item 6.Exhibits. See Exhibit Index.Index below.

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No. Description
 
 
 
101.INS*XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document
101.SCH*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.LAB*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
101.DEF*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
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*    Filed herewith
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SIGNATURE

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.
Mettler-Toledo International Inc.
Date:May 7,July 30, 2021By:  /s/ Shawn P. Vadala
 
  Shawn P. Vadala
  Chief Financial Officer 

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