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

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)
xQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019
Or
oTRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from                         to
Commission File Number: 001-36837

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ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Missouri36-4802442
(State or other jurisdiction of(I. R. S. Employer
incorporation or organization)Identification No.)
 
533 Maryville University Drive 
St. Louis, Missouri63141
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
  
(314) 985-2000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $.01 per shareENRNew York Stock Exchange
Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $.01 per shareENR PRANew 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 x No o


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted 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 x No o


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer”,filer,” “accelerated filer”,filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerx Accelerated filero
     
Non-accelerated filero Smaller reporting companyo
     
(Do not check if smaller reporting company) Emerging growth companyo

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  Yes o No x

Indicate the number of shares of Energizer Holdings, Inc. common stock, $.01 par value, outstanding as of the close of business on January 29, 2018: 59,685,726.May 6, 2019: 69,875,154.


INDEX
 Page
PART I — FINANCIAL INFORMATION 
  
Item 1. Financial Statements (Unaudited) 
  
Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Comprehensive Income (Condensed) for the QuartersQuarter and Six Months Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 20162018
  
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Condensed) as of DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 20172018
  
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Condensed) for the ThreeSix Months Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 20162018
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity/(Deficit) (Condensed) for the Six Months Ended March 31, 2019 and 2018

               
Notes to Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statements
  
Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
  
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
  
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
  
PART II — OTHER INFORMATION 
  
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
  
Item 1A. Risk Factors
  
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
  
Item 6. Exhibits
SIGNATURES
  
EXHIBIT INDEX
SIGNATURES











ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Condensed)
(In millions, except per share data - Unaudited)  

 For the Quarter Ended December 31,
 2017 2016
Net sales$573.3
 $559.6
Cost of products sold295.0
 288.0
Gross profit278.3
 271.6
    
Selling, general and administrative expense99.2
 84.4
Advertising and sales promotion expense37.3
 34.3
Research and development expense5.3
 5.8
Amortization of intangible assets2.8
 2.6
Spin restructuring
 (1.3)
Interest expense13.4
 13.3
Other items, net1.3
 (1.6)
Earnings before income taxes119.0
 134.1
Income tax provision58.6
 38.5
Net earnings$60.4
 $95.6
    
Basic net earnings per share$1.00
 $1.55
Diluted net earnings per share$0.98
 $1.52
    
Weighted average shares of common stock - Basic60.2
 61.8
Weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted61.5
 62.9
    
Statements of Comprehensive Income:   
Net earnings$60.4
 $95.6
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax expense/(benefit)   
Foreign currency translation adjustments7.4
 (31.9)
Pension activity, net of tax of $0.5 and $0.6, respectively.1.2
 3.8
Deferred gain on hedging activity, net of tax of $1.1 and $3.7, respectively.2.5
 8.2
Total comprehensive income$71.5
 $75.7


 For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net sales$556.4
 $374.4
 $1,128.3
 $947.7
Cost of products sold362.2
 205.9
 658.6
 500.9
Gross profit194.2
 168.5
 469.7
 446.8
Selling, general and administrative expense141.3
 104.2
 245.9
 203.4
Advertising and sales promotion expense24.7
 20.9
 65.6
 58.2
Research and development expense8.7
 5.4
 14.2
 10.7
Amortization of intangible assets12.5
 2.8
 15.7
 5.6
Interest expense77.2
 16.5
 125.4
 29.9
Other items, net3.8
 0.9
 (13.1) 2.2
(Loss)/earnings before income taxes(74.0) 17.8
 16.0
 136.8
Income tax (benefit)/provision(11.7) 10.0
 7.5
 68.6
Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations$(62.3) $7.8
 $8.5
 $68.2
Net loss from discontinued operations, net of income tax benefit of $2.9(11.0) 
 (11.0) 
Net (loss)/earnings(73.3) 7.8
 (2.5) 68.2
Mandatory preferred stock dividends(3.3) 
 (3.3) 
Net (loss)/earnings attributable to common shareholders$(76.6) $7.8
 $(5.8) $68.2
        
Basic net (loss)/earnings per common share - continuing operations$(0.97) $0.13
 $0.08
 $1.14
Basic net loss per common share - discontinued operations(0.17) 
 (0.17) 
Basic net (loss)/earnings per common share$(1.14) $0.13
 $(0.09) $1.14
        
Diluted net (loss)/earnings per common share - continuing operations$(0.97) $0.13
 $0.08
 $1.11
Diluted net loss per common share - discontinued operations(0.17) 
 (0.17) 
Diluted net (loss)/earnings per common share$(1.14) $0.13
 $(0.09) $1.11
        
Weighted average shares of common stock - Basic67.3
 59.7
 63.5
 60.0
Weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted67.3
 61.1
 64.6
 61.3
        
Statements of Comprehensive Income:       
Net (loss)/earnings$(73.3) $7.8
 $(2.5) $68.2
Other comprehensive (loss)/income, net of tax (benefit)/expense       
Foreign currency translation adjustments20.3
 9.3
 16.6
 16.6
Pension activity, net of tax of $0.3 and $0.6, for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $0.3 and $0.8 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively.1.0
 0.6
 2.1
 1.8
Deferred (loss)/gain on hedging activity, net of tax of ($0.8) and ($1.8), for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $1.5 and $2.6 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively.(1.1) 3.8
 (4.4) 6.3
Total comprehensive (loss)/income$(53.1) $21.5
 $11.8
 $92.9

The above financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Notes To Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statements (Unaudited).




ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Condensed)
(In millions - Unaudited)
 
AssetsDecember 31,
2017
 September 30,
2017
March 31,
2019
 September 30,
2018
Current assets      
Cash and cash equivalents$454.3
 $378.0
$332.9
 $522.1
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $6.1 and $5.8, respectively214.8
 230.2
Trade receivables, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $6.8 and $4.0, respectively
352.6
 230.4
Inventories276.2
 317.1
491.1
 323.1
Other current assets93.7
 94.9
153.6
 95.5
Assets held for sale848.2
 
Total current assets1,039.0
 1,020.2
2,178.4

1,171.1
Restricted cash
 1,246.2
Property, plant and equipment, net171.7
 176.5
363.7
 166.7
Goodwill230.1
 230.0
1,012.4
 244.2
Other intangible assets, net220.9
 223.8
1,936.8
 232.7
Deferred tax asset34.1
 47.7
50.2
 36.9
Other assets68.3
 125.4
100.8
 81.0
Total assets$1,764.1
 $1,823.6
$5,642.3
 $3,178.8
      
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity      
Current liabilities      
Current maturities of long-term debt$4.0
 $4.0
$10.0
 $4.0
Note payable110.5
 104.1
Current portion of capital leases1.6
 
Notes payable8.2
 247.3
Accounts payable190.8
 219.3
291.2
 228.9
Other current liabilities241.6
 254.6
315.6
 271.0
Liabilities held for sale389.6
 
Total current liabilities546.9
 582.0
1,016.2
 751.2
Long-term debt977.9
 978.5
3,557.1
 976.1
Long-term debt held in escrow
 1,230.7
Other liabilities205.6
 178.0
423.7
 196.3
Total liabilities1,730.4
 1,738.5
4,997.0
 3,154.3
Shareholders' equity      
Common stock0.6
 0.6
0.7
 0.6
Mandatory convertible preferred stock
 
Additional paid-in capital198.7
 196.7
860.5
 217.8
Retained earnings180.4
 198.7
127.9
 177.3
Treasury stock(118.3) (72.1)(116.3) (129.4)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(227.7) (238.8)(227.5) (241.8)
Total shareholders' equity33.7
 85.1
645.3
 24.5
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$1,764.1
 $1,823.6
$5,642.3
 $3,178.8


The above financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Notes To Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statements (Unaudited).




ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Condensed)
(In millions - Unaudited)

 For the Six Months Ended March 31,
 2019 2018
Cash Flow from Operating Activities   
Net (loss)/earnings$(2.5) $68.2
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax(11.0) 
Net earnings from continuing operations8.5

68.2
Depreciation and amortization40.0
 22.4
Deferred income taxes0.2
 13.6
Share-based compensation expense14.1
 14.0
Mandatory transition tax1.5
 28.8
Inventory step up27.2
 
Non-cash items included in income, net(5.8) 6.6
Other, net(3.5) (4.2)
Changes in current assets and liabilities used in operations(69.2) 11.2
Net cash from operating activities from continuing operations13.0
 160.6
Net cash used by operating activities from discontinued operations(11.2) 
Net cash from operating activities1.8
 160.6
   
Cash Flow from Investing Activities   
Capital expenditures(20.7) (11.3)
Proceeds from sale of assets0.1
 
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired(2,403.8) 
Net cash used by investing activities from continuing operations(2,424.4) (11.3)
Net cash used by investing activities from discontinued operations(450.6) 
Net cash used by investing activities(2,875.0) (11.3)
    
Cash Flow from Financing Activities   
Cash proceeds from issuance of debt with original maturities greater than 90 days1,800.0
 
Payments on debt with maturities greater than 90 days(438.4) (2.0)
Net (decrease)/increase in debt with original maturities of 90 days or less(239.1) 43.4
Debt issuance costs(40.1) 
Net proceeds from issuance of mandatory convertible preferred shares199.5
 
Net proceeds from issuance of common stock205.3
 
Dividends paid on common stock(40.8) (35.0)
Common stock purchased
 (50.0)
Taxes paid for withheld share-based payments(7.1) (1.8)
Net cash from/(used by) financing activities from continuing operations1,439.3
 (45.4)
Net cash used by financing activities from discontinued operations(1.0) 
Net cash from/(used by) financing activities1,438.3
 (45.4)
    
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash(0.5) 8.4
    
Net (decrease)/increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash from continuing operations(972.6) 112.3
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash from discontinued operations(462.8) 
Net (decrease)/increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash(1,435.4)
112.3
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, beginning of period1,768.3
 378.0
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period$332.9

$490.3
 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
 2017 2016
Cash Flow from Operating Activities   
Net earnings$60.4
 $95.6
Depreciation and amortization12.0
 10.6
Deferred income taxes12.2
 4.8
Share-based compensation expense6.7
 5.2
Mandatory transition tax30.0
 
Non-cash items included in income, net3.0
 (0.4)
Other, net0.1
 (2.1)
Changes in current assets and liabilities used in operations16.6
 (21.9)
Net cash from operating activities141.0
 91.8
   
Cash Flow from Investing Activities   
Capital expenditures(5.5) (4.9)
Proceeds from sale of assets
 4.3
Net cash used by investing activities(5.5) (0.6)
    
Cash Flow from Financing Activities   
Payments on debt with maturities greater than 90 days(1.0) (1.0)
Net increase/(decrease) in debt with original maturities of 90 days or less6.5
 (27.9)
Dividends paid(17.6) (18.1)
Common stock purchased(50.0) (8.1)
Taxes paid for withheld share-based payments(1.8) (8.1)
Net cash used by financing activities(63.9) (63.2)
    
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash4.7
 (17.6)
    
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents76.3
 10.4
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period378.0
 287.3
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period$454.3
 $297.7

The above financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Notes To Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statements (Unaudited).


ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY/(DEFICIT)
(Condensed)
(Amounts in millions, Shares in thousands - Unaudited)


 Number of Shares Amount     
 Preferred StockCommon Stock Preferred StockCommon StockAdditional Paid-in CapitalRetained EarningsTreasury StockAccumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss)/IncomeTotal Shareholders' Equity/(Deficit)
September 30, 2018
59,608
 $
$0.6
$217.8
$177.3
$(129.4)$(241.8)$24.5
Net earnings

 


70.8


70.8
Share based payments

 

6.5



6.5
Activity under stock plans
290
 

(16.1)(3.6)12.6

(7.1)
Dividends to shareholders ($0.30 per share)

 


(18.4)

(18.4)
Other comprehensive loss

 




(5.9)(5.9)
December 31, 2018
59,898
 $
$0.6
$208.2
$226.1
$(116.8)$(247.7)$70.4
Net loss from continuing operations

 


(62.3)

(62.3)
Net loss from discontinued operations

 


(11.0)

(11.0)
Share based payments

 

7.6



7.6
Issuance of common stock
9,966
  0.1
445.7



445.8
Issuance of preferred stock2,156

 

199.5



199.5
Activity under stock plans
11
 

(0.5)
0.5


Dividends to common shareholders ($0.30 per share)

 


(21.6)

(21.6)
Dividends to preferred shareholders ($1.83 per share)

 


(3.3)

(3.3)
Other comprehensive income

 




20.2
20.2
March 31, 20192,156
69,875
 $
$0.7
$860.5
$127.9
$(116.3)$(227.5)$645.3
 Number of Shares Amount     
 Preferred StockCommon Stock Preferred StockCommon StockAdditional Paid-in CapitalRetained EarningsTreasury StockAccumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss)/IncomeTotal Shareholders' Equity/(Deficit)
September 30, 2017
60,709
 $
$0.6
$196.7
$198.7
$(72.1)$(238.8)$85.1
Net earnings

 


60.4


60.4
Adoption of ASU 2016-16

 


(59.2)

(59.2)
Share based payments

 

6.7



6.7
Common stock purchased
(1,126) 



(50.0)
(50.0)
Activity under stock plans
91
 

(4.8)(0.8)3.8

(1.8)
Dividends to shareholders ($0.29 per share)

 


(18.7)

(18.7)
Other comprehensive income

 




11.1
11.1
December 31, 2017
59,674
 $
$0.6
$198.6
$180.4
$(118.3)$(227.7)$33.6
Net earnings

 


7.8


7.8
Adoption of ASU 2018-02

 


20.1

(20.1)
Share based payments

 

7.3



7.3
Activity under stock plans
12
 

(0.5)
0.6

0.1
Dividends to shareholders ($0.29 per share)

 


(17.8)

(17.8)
Other comprehensive income

 




13.7
13.7
March 31, 2018
59,686
 $
$0.6
$205.4
$190.5
$(117.7)$(234.1)$44.7
The above financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Notes To Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statement (Unaudited).
ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)







(1) Description of Business and Basis of Presentation

Description of Business - Energizer Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries (Energizer or the Company) is a global manufacturer, marketer and distributer of household batteries, specialty batteries and portable lights under the Energizer® and Eveready® brand names. Energizer offers batteries using lithium, alkaline, carbon zinc, nickel metal hydride, zinc air and silver oxide constructions.

On July 1, 2016, Energizer expanded its portfolio of brands with an acquisition of a leading designer and marketer of automotive fragrance and appearance products (auto care acquisition). With the auto care acquisition, theproducts. The Company's brands now include Refresh Your Car!®, California Scents®, Driven®, Bahama & Co.®, LEXOL® and Eagle One®. On July 2, 2018, Energizer acquired the Nu Finish® and Scratch Doctor® brands to add to its automotive appearance offerings.


On January 2, 2019, Energizer expanded its battery portfolio with the acquisitions of Spectrum Holdings, Inc.’s (Spectrum) global battery, lighting, and portable power business (Battery Acquisition). The Battery Acquisition included the Rayovac® and Varta® brands (Acquired Battery Business).

On January 28, 2019, Energizer further expanded its auto care portfolio with the acquisitions of Spectrum's global auto care business (Auto Care Acquisition). The Auto Care Acquisition included the Armor All®, STP®, and A/C PRO® brands (Acquired Auto Care Business).

Basis of Presentation - The accompanying unaudited Consolidated Condensed(Condensed) Financial Statements include the accounts of Energizer and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany transactions are eliminated. Energizer has no material equity method investments, variable interests or non-controlling interests.


The accompanying unaudited Consolidated Condensed(Condensed) Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with Article 10 of Regulation S-X and do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. The year-end condensed Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheet was derived from the audited financial statements included in Energizer's Report on Form 10-K, but does not include all disclosures required by U.S. GAAP. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, considered necessary for a fair statement of our operations, financial position and cash flows
have been included. Certain reclassifications have been made to the prior year financial statements to conform to the current presentation. Operating results for any quarter are not necessarily indicative of the results for any other quarter or for the full year. These statements should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and notes thereto for Energizer for the year ended September 30, 20172018 included in the Annual Report on Form 10-K dated November 14, 2017.16, 2018.


On January 2, 2019, the Company completed the Battery Acquisition. The European Commission approved the acquisition conditioned on the divestiture of the Varta consumer battery, chargers, portable power and portable lighting business in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region (EMEA), including manufacturing and distribution facilities in Germany (Divestment Business). The Company expects to complete this divestiture in the beginning of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. As a result, the assets and liabilities associated with the Divestment Business have been classified as held for sale in the accompanying Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheets and the respective operations of the Divestment have been classified as discontinued operations in the accompanying Consolidated (Condensed) Statements of Earnings and Comprehensive Income and Statements of Cash Flows. See Note 4 - Divestment for more information on the assets and liabilities classified as held for sale and discontinued operations.

Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements - DuringIn the current quarter, ended December 31, 2017, the Company adopted ASU 2017-07, Improving the Presentation of Net Periodic Pension Cost and Net Periodic Postretirement Benefit Cost. This update requires the service component of the net periodic pension cost to be reported in the same income statement line item as similar compensation costs, while all other pension cost components should be reported separately from the service cost component on the income statement. The adoption of this update resulted in $1.7 of non-compensation related pension benefit in Other items, net in the quarter ended December 31, 2017 and a reclassification of $3.1 of pension benefit out of Selling, general and administrative expense and into Other items, net for the quarter ended December 31, 2016. All non-compensation related pension costs will be recorded in Other items, net going forward.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2017, the Company adopted ASU 2015-11, Inventory (Topic 330), which aligns the measurement of inventory under GAAP more closely with International Financial Reporting Standards. Under the new guidance, an entity that measures inventory using the first-in, first-out or average cost should measure inventory at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Net realizable value is the estimated selling prices in the ordinary course of business, less reasonably predictable costs of completion, disposal and transportation. The impact of adoption was immaterial.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2017, the Company early adopted ASU 2016-16, Intra-entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory.2017-12, Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, on a modified retrospective basis effective October 1, 2018. This update requires tax expenseintends to be recognized fromsimplify hedge accounting and decrease complexity for both the salepreparation and understanding of intra-entity assets, other than inventory, whenhedging disclosures in the transfer occurs, even though the effects of the transaction are eliminated in consolidation. Under the previous guidance, the tax effects of transfers would have been deferred until the transferred asset was sold or otherwise recovered through use.financial statements. Upon adoption, any deferred charge previously established upon the intra-company transfer is recorded as a cumulative effect adjustment to retained earnings. DuringCompany reclassified $4.8 of hedging settlement gains for the quartersix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017, a deferred charge of $59.2 was removed2019 from Other assetsitems, net and into Cost of products sold. The gains were related to our currency hedges on payment of inventory purchases and will now be recorded as an adjustmentin Cost of products sold to retained earnings. Any future tax impacts will be recognized as incurred.align with the new guidance. The Company also began a zinc hedging program in the second quarter. See additional discussion in Note 13, Financial Instruments and Risk Management.

During the quarter ended December 31, 2017, the Company early adopted ASU 2017-01, Clarifying the Definition of a Business. This update creates a more practical definition and guidelines to determine whether a set of assets and activities is a business. This simplifies the decision making process of determining whether a purchase constitutes a business combination or an acquisition of assets and the Company will apply this definition for future acquisitions.
ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





During the quarter ended December 31, 2017,Effective October 1, 2018, the Company early adopted ASU 2017-04, Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment. This update eliminates the need to assign the fair value of a reporting unit to each of its assets and liabilities when quantifying an impairment charge. The impairment charge is now determined based on the comparison of the fair value of a reporting unit to its carrying amount. The Company will apply the new guidance when completing its goodwill testing procedures in the current year.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements- On May 28, 2014, the FASB issued ASU 2014-09,Revenue from Contracts with Customers, whichon a modified retrospective basis for all contracts as of the effective date. This guidance provides a single comprehensive revenue recognition model for all contracts with customers to improve comparability within industries, across industries and across capital markets. On August 12, 2015, the FASB issuedThere was no material impact to retained earnings as a one-year deferralresult of the effective date.adoption. See Note 2, Revenue Recognition, for additional discussion.

Effective October 1, 2018, the Company early adopted ASU 2018-15, Customer's Accounting for Implementation Costs Incurred in a Cloud Computing Arrangement That is a Service Contract. This update is effectiverequires implementation costs incurred by customers in cloud computing arrangements to be deferred and recognized over the term of the arrangement similar to internal-use software guidance. The Company will defer and recognize allowable implementation costs for Energizer beginningfuture projects. Capitalized implementation costs were not material for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019.

Effective October 1, 2018.2018, the Company adopted ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows- Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments, which is intended to reduce diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statements of cash flows. The Company is currently assessing thehas determined that this new guidance against its current accounting policies and procedures, through activities that include analysis of standard sales transactions and terms, coordination and discussion with our commercial teams and reviewing contracts with customers. The Company plans to adopt this update on a modified retrospective basis at the effective date. While the Company’s assessment is not yet complete, the new guidance is not expected to have a materialhas no immediate impact on the Company’sCompany's consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. The Company is still assessing the overall impact on the Company’s disclosures.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements- On February 25, 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. This update aligns the measurement of leases under GAAP more closely with International Financial Reporting Standards by recognizing lease assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet and disclosing key information about leasing arrangements. The amendments in this update will be effective for Energizer beginning October 1, 2019 with early adoption permitted.2019. Energizer is in the process of evaluating the impact the revised guidance will have on its financial statements.
On August 26, 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows- Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments, which is intended to reduce diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statements of cash flows. This update will be effective for Energizer beginning October 1, 2018. The Company is currently assessing the impact the revised guidance will have on our current classification on the Statement of Cash Flows.
On August 28, 2017, the FASB issued ASU 2017-12, Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities. This update intends to simplify hedge accounting and decrease complexity for both the preparation and understanding of hedging disclosures in the financial statements. This update is effective(2) Revenue Recognition

Effective for the Company beginning October 1, 2019.2018, ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, introduced a five-step model for revenue recognition. In this new model, each contract should be reviewed and analyzed to determine its performance obligations, items affecting the transaction price, how to allocate the transaction price to the performance obligations and when to recognize revenue. The Company is currently assessingperformed a review of its contracts and accounting policies considering the new revenue model. Through this review the Company determined that there was no material impact the revised guidance will have on its accounting practices andto our financial statements. The Company's revenue recognition policy, controls and processes have been updated to align with the new revenue recognition model.
Nature of Our Business
The Company, through its operating subsidiaries, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers, marketers and distributors of household batteries, specialty batteries and lighting products, and a leading designer and marketer of automotive fragrance, appearance, performance and air conditioning recharge products. We distribute our products to consumers through numerous retail locations worldwide, including mass merchandisers and warehouse clubs, food, drug and convenience stores, electronics specialty stores and department stores, hardware and automotive centers, e-commerce and military stores. We sell to our customers through a combination of a direct sales force and exclusive and non-exclusive third-party distributors and wholesalers.

Our Americas segment sales are comprised of North America and Latin America market groups. North America sales are generally through large retailers with nationally or regionally recognized brands. Latin America sales are generally through distributors or sales by wholesalers or small retailers who may not have national or regional presence.

Our International segment sales are comprised of modern trade, developing and distributor market groups. Modern trade, which is most prevalent in Western Europe and more developed economies throughout the world, generally refers to sales through large retailers with nationally or regionally recognized brands. Developing markets generally include sales by wholesalers or small retailers who may not have a national or regional presence. Distributors are utilized in other markets where the Company does not have a direct sales force. Each market's determination is based on the predominant customer type or sales strategy utilized in the market.

Supplemental product and market information is presented below for revenues from external customers for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018:
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(2) Spin Costs

 For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
Net Sales2019 2018 2019 2018
Batteries$419.4
 $330.3
 $941.3
 $854.8
Auto Care108.6
 23.4
 129.1
 44.8
Lights and Licensing28.4
 20.7
 57.9
 48.1
Total Net Sales$556.4

$374.4

$1,128.3

$947.7
 For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net Sales       
North America$323.9
 $196.6
 $664.9
 $531.6
Latin America57.7
 27.5
 90.2
 65.6
     Americas381.6
 224.1
 755.1
 597.2
Modern Markets102.5
 83.8
 229.9
 213.8
Developing Markets44.9
 44.7
 94.6
 91.3
Distributors Markets27.4
 21.8
 48.7
 45.4
     International174.8
 150.3
 373.2
 350.5
 Total Net Sales$556.4
 $374.4
 $1,128.3
 $947.7

When Performance Obligations are Satisfied
The Company’s revenue is primarily generated from the sale of finished product to customers. Sales predominantly contain a single delivery element, or performance obligation, and revenue is recognized at a single point in time when title, ownership and risk of loss pass to the customer. This typically occurs when finished goods are delivered to the customer or when finished goods are picked up by a customer or customer’s carrier, depending on contract terms.
Transaction Price
In accordance with the guidance, the Company measures revenue as the amount of consideration for which it expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods. Net sales reflect the transaction prices for contracts, which include units shipped at selling list prices reduced by variable consideration as determined by the terms of each individual contracts. Discounts are offered to customers for early payment and an estimate of the discount is recorded as a reduction of net sales in the same period as the sale.
The Company offers a variety of programs, primarily to its retail customers, designed to promote sales of its products. Such programs require periodic payments and allowances based on estimated results of specific programs. These programs are considered variable consideration and are recorded as a reduction to net sales at the time revenue is recognized. Methodologies for determining these provisions are dependent on specific customer pricing and promotional practices, which range from contractually fixed percentage price reductions to reimbursement based on actual occurrence or performance. Where applicable, future reimbursements are estimated based on a combination of historical patterns and future expectations regarding specific in-market product performance. The Company accrues, at the time of sale, the estimated total payments and allowances associated with each transaction. Customers redeem trade promotions in the form of payments from the accrued trade allowances or invoice credits against trade receivables. Additionally, the Company offers programs directly to consumers to promote the sale of its products. The Company continually assesses the adequacy of accruals for customer and consumer promotional program costs not yet paid. To the extent total program payments differ from estimates, adjustments may be necessary. Historically, these adjustments have not been material.
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Our standard sales terms generally include payments within 30 to 60 days and are final with returns or exchanges not permitted unless a special exception is made. Reserves are established based on historical data and recorded in cases where the right of return does exist for a particular sale. The Company does not offer warranties on products.

The Company’s contracts with customers do not have significant financing components or non-cash consideration and the Company does not have unbilled revenue or significant amounts of prepayments from customers. Revenue is recorded net of the taxes we collect on behalf of governmental authorities which are generally included in the price to the customer. Shipping and handling activities are accounted for as contract fulfillment costs and recorded in Cost of products sold.

(3) Acquisitions

Battery Acquisition - On January 2, 2019, the Company completed the Battery Acquisition with a contractual purchase price of $2,000.0, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. The acquisition expanded our battery portfolio globally with the addition of a strong value brand. The initial cash paid after contractual and estimated working capital adjustments was $1,956.2. Included in the above amount is $450.0 of cash consideration that has initially been allocated to the Divestment business discussed below. Energizer funded the Battery Acquisition through net proceeds from the issuance of senior notes, term loans and cash on hand. See Note 10, Debt, for additional discussion on the senior notes and term loans issued.

Success fees of $13.0 were earned by financial advisers in January 2019 after closing the acquisition. This was in addition to the $2.0 paid in January 2018 for services rendered on the transaction.

On July 1, 2015,December 11, 2018, the European Commission approved the acquisition of the Acquired Battery Business conditioned on the divestiture of the Varta consumer battery, chargers, portable power and portable lighting business in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region (EMEA), including manufacturing and distribution facilities in Germany. Energizer completed its legal separationwill retain the rights to the Varta brand in Latin America and Asia Pacific, as well as Spectrum’s global Rayovac branded consumer and hearing aid batteries business. Energizer began the formal divestiture process immediately after close and expects to complete the divestiture in the beginning of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. The assets and liabilities associated with this business have been reported as held or sale both on the preliminary purchase price allocation and the Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2019.

The Battery Acquisition was accounted for as a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting which requires assets acquired and liabilities assumed to be recognized at fair value as of the acquisition date.
We have calculated fair values of assets and liabilities acquired for the Battery Acquisition based on our preliminary valuation analysis. Certain preliminary values, including Inventory, Property, plant and equipment, Intangible assets, Deferred taxes and the resultant Goodwill, are not yet finalized pending the final purchase price allocation and are subject to change as additional information is obtained and the final valuation is completed. Preliminary estimates will be finalized within one year of the date of acquisition. 

For purposes of the allocation, the Company determined a preliminary fair value adjustment for inventory based on the estimated selling price of finished goods on hand at the closing date less the sum of (a) costs of disposal and (b) a reasonable profit allowance for the selling effort of the acquiring entity. The preliminary fair value adjustment for the inventory of $14.2 was recorded as expense to Cost of products sold in the second quarter 2019 as that inventory was sold. The fair values of the Battery Acquisition's Property, plant and equipment were estimated using the market approach for land and variations of the cost approach for the buildings and equipment. The fair values of the Battery Acquisition's identifiable intangible assets were estimated using variations of the income approach such as the relief from Edgewell Personal Care Company (Edgewell) via a tax free spin-off (the spin-off or spin). royalty method and the multi-period excess earnings method.

The Company incurred costs associatedis still evaluating the current and deferred tax implications and the accounting implications of the asset versus stock deal by legal jurisdiction, as well as the varying statutory tax rates across the global business. The Company maintained the deferred balances from the carrying amount of the Acquired Battery Business as of January 2, 2019 until that evaluation is completed. Preliminary step ups on the deferred tax liabilities have been recorded based on the valuation of the Property, plant and equipment and Intangible assets.

Assets held for sale include the valuation of Inventory, Property, plant and equipment and Intangible assets consistent with the evaluation, planning and executionvaluation methods discussed above. The preliminary fair value adjustment for the inventory of
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$11.2 was recorded as expense in the spin transaction. Forresults from discontinued operations in the three months ended December 31, 2017, the Company recorded no activity related to spin. During thesecond quarter ended December 31, 2016, the Company sold a facility in North America2019 as that inventory was previously closed as partsold. A preliminary estimate of the spin and recorded a gain of $1.3 in spin restructuring. On a project to date basis, the total costs incurred orgoodwill has also been allocated to Energizerthe Assets held for the spin were $197.6, inclusive of the costs of early debt retirement recorded in fiscal 2015. We do not expect any additional costs related to spin.

sale.
The following table representsoutlines the spin restructuring accrual activity and ending accrual balancepreliminary purchase price allocation as of Decemberthe date of acquisition:
Cash and cash equivalents$37.8
Trade receivables60.6
Inventories81.0
Other current assets21.0
Assets held for sale855.0
Property, plant and equipment, net138.5
Goodwill498.6
Other intangible assets, net747.5
Other assets14.1
Current portion of capital leases(1.2)
Accounts payable(40.8)
Other current liabilities(22.8)
Long-term debt(14.7)
Liabilities held for sale(405.0)
Other liabilities(13.4)
Net assets acquired$1,956.2


The table below outlines the purchased identifiable intangible assets of $747.5:
  Total Weighted Average Useful Lives
Trade names $513.0
 Indefinite
Proprietary technology 61.0
 5.9
Customer relationships 173.5
 15.0
Total Other intangible assets, net $747.5
  


Estimated asset valuations and assumed liabilities, including deferred income taxes, may be adjusted in
subsequent filings as final purchase price allocations are completed. Any changes to the initial estimates of the fair
value of assets and liabilities acquired will be allocated to residual goodwill.

The goodwill acquired in this acquisition is attributable to the workforce of the acquired business and the synergies expected to arise with this transaction through network optimization, selling, general and administrative reductions and procurement efficiencies. The assignment of goodwill to our reportable segments, as well as the allocation to Assets held for sale, is not currently complete. The goodwill associated with this acquisition is deductible for tax purposes.

Auto Care Acquisition - On November 15, 2018, Energizer entered into a definitive acquisition agreement to acquire Spectrum’s global auto care business, including the Armor All, STP, and A/C PRO brands for a contractual purchase price of $1,250.0, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. The contractual purchase price was comprised of $937.5 in cash and $312.5 of newly-issued Energizer common stock to Spectrum. The acquisition allowed for the Company to become a global leader in the auto care market and added automotive performance and air conditioning recharge products to its auto care portfolio.

On January 28, 2019, the Company completed the Auto Care Acquisition. The initial cash paid after contractual and estimated working capital adjustments was $938.7. Per the acquisition agreement, the equity consideration to Spectrum was determined by dividing the contractually committed common stock amount of $312.5 by the volume weighted average sales price (VWAP) per share of the Company's common stock for the 10 consecutive trading days immediately preceding November 15, 2018, subject to certain potential adjustments under such agreement. As a result, 5.3 million
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shares were issued to Spectrum on January 28, 2019. The equity consideration paid to Spectrum was fair valued at $240.5 based on the 5.3 million shares at the Energizer closing stock price of $45.55 on January 28, 2019. In addition, per the terms of the agreement, additional consideration of $36.8 was included in the above cash consideration paid to Spectrum based on the difference between the 10 day VWAP and the 20 day VWAP beginning with the 10th trading day immediately preceding November 15, 2018.

The Company funded a portion of the cash consideration of the Auto Care Acquisition with the issuance of new senior notes and the issuance of common stock and Series A mandatory convertible preferred stock in January 2019. Refer to Note 10, Debt, and Note 12, Shareholders' Equity, for further information on the debt and equity issuances, respectively. Success fees of $6.0 were earned by a financial adviser in January 2019 after closing the acquisition. This was in addition to the $2.0 earned in November 2018 for services rendered on the transaction.

The Auto Care Acquisition was accounted for as a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting which requires assets acquired and liabilities assumed to be recognized at fair value as of the acquisition date.
We have calculated fair values of assets and liabilities acquired for the Auto Care Acquisition based on our preliminary valuation analysis. Certain preliminary values, including Inventory, Property, plant and equipment, Intangible assets, Deferred taxes and the resultant Goodwill, are not yet finalized pending the final purchase price allocation and are subject to change as additional information is obtained and the final valuation is completed. Preliminary estimates will be finalized within one year of the date of acquisition. 

For purposes of the allocation, the Company determined a preliminary fair value adjustment for inventory based on the estimated selling price of finished goods on hand at the closing date less the sum of (a) costs of disposal and (b) a reasonable profit allowance for the selling effort of the acquiring entity. The preliminary fair value adjustment for the inventory was $19.5, of which $13.0 was recorded as expense to Cost of products sold in the second quarter 2019 as that inventory was sold and the remaining $6.5 will be recorded in the third quarter when the remaining inventory is sold. The fair values of the Auto Care Acquisition's Property, plant and equipment were estimated using variations of the cost approach for the building and equipment. The fair values of the Auto Care Acquisition's identifiable intangible assets were estimated using variations of the income approach such as the relief from royalty method and the multi-period excess earnings method.

The Company is still evaluating the current and deferred tax implications and the accounting implications of the asset versus stock deal by legal jurisdiction, as well as the varying statutory tax rates across the global business. The Company maintained the deferred balances from the carrying amount of the Acquired Auto Care Business as of January 28, 2019 until that evaluation is completed. Preliminary step ups on the deferred tax liabilities have been recorded based on the valuation of the Property, plant and equipment and Intangible assets.

The following table outlines the preliminary purchase price allocation as of the date of acquisition:
Cash and cash equivalents$3.3
Trade receivables49.7
Inventories97.8
Other current assets1.3
Property, plant and equipment, net66.5
Goodwill268.4
Other intangible assets, net972.5
Deferred tax assets12.1
Other assets3.2
Current portion of capital leases(0.4)
Accounts payable(27.5)
Other current liabilities(14.7)
Long-term debt(31.9)
Other liabilities (deferred tax liabilities)(221.1)
Net assets acquired$1,179.2


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The table below outlines the purchased identifiable intangible assets of $972.5:

 Total Weighted Average Useful Lives
Trade names$702.9
 Indefinite
Trade names16.7
 15.0
Proprietary technology113.5
 9.8
Customer relationships139.4
 15.0
Total Other intangible assets, net$972.5
  


Estimated asset valuations and assumed liabilities, including deferred income taxes, will be adjusted in
subsequent filings as final purchase price allocations are completed. Any changes to the initial estimates of the fair
value of assets and liabilities acquired will be allocated to residual goodwill.

The goodwill acquired in this acquisition is attributable to the workforce of the acquired business and the synergies expected to arise with this transaction through network optimization, selling, general and administrative reductions and procurement efficiencies. The assignment of goodwill to our reportable segments is not currently complete. The goodwill is not deductible for tax purposes.

Nu Finish Acquisition - On July 2, 2018, the Company acquired all of the assets of Reed-Union Corporation's automotive appearance business, including Nu Finish Car Polish and Scratch Doctor brands (Nu Finish Acquisition). The acquisition purchase price of $38.1 was funded through a combination of cash on hand and committed debt facilities. The revenue in the quarter and six months ended March 31, 20162019 associated with the Nu Finish Acquisition was $1.9 and $2.9, respectively, and earnings before income taxes was $0.8 for both periods.

We have calculated fair values of assets and liabilities acquired for the Nu Finish Acquisition and completed our valuation analysis. For purposes of the allocation, the Company determined a fair value adjustment for inventory based on the estimated selling price of finished goods on hand at the closing date less the sum of (a) costs of disposal and (b) a reasonable profit allowance for the selling effort of the acquiring entity. The fair value adjustment for the inventory of $0.2 was recorded as expense to Cost of products sold in the fourth quarter 2018 as that inventory was sold. The fair values of the Nu Finish Acquisition's identifiable intangible assets were estimated using variations of the income approach such as the relief from royalty method and the multi-period excess earnings method.

The purchase price allocation is as follows:
Trade receivables$2.4
Inventories0.9
Goodwill14.7
Other intangible assets, net21.8
Accounts payable(1.7)
Net assets acquired$38.1


The table below outlines the purchased identifiable intangible assets of $21.8:

Total
Weighted Average Useful Lives
Customer relationships$15.2

15.0
Trade names4.2

14.0
Proprietary formula2.4

11.0
Total Other intangible assets, net$21.8

14.4


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The goodwill acquired in this acquisition is attributable to the workforce of the acquired business and the synergies expected to arise with this transaction. The acquired goodwill has been allocated to the Americas' reportable segment. The goodwill is deductible for tax purposes.

Pro Forma Financial Information- Pro forma net sales, Pro forma net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations, Pro from net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations attributable to common shareholders and Pro forma diluted net earnings/(loss) per common share - continuing operations for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018 are shown in the table below. The pro forma results are presented as if the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions had occurred on October 1, 2017. The pro forma results are not indicative of the results the Company would have achieved if the acquisitions had occurred that date or indicative of the results of the future operation of the combined company. The Nu Finish Acquisition was immaterial for this disclosure and is only included for the periods owned by the Company.

The pro forma adjustments are based upon preliminary purchase price allocations and include purchase accounting adjustments for the impact of the inventory step up charge, depreciation and amortization expense from the fair value of the intangible assets and property, plant and equipment, interest and financing costs and the impact of the equity consideration completed to fund the acquisitions. Cost synergies that may result from combining Energizer and the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions are not included in the pro forma table below.
  For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
  2019 2018 2019 2018
Pro forma net sales $578.5
 $607.5
 $1,353.2
 $1,393.2
Pro forma net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations 16.1
 15.2
 103.2
 (25.1)
Pro forma mandatory preferred stock dividends 4.1
 4.1
 8.1
 8.1
Pro forma net earnings/(loss) from continuing operations attributable to common shareholders $12.0
 $11.1
 $95.1
 $(33.2)
Pro forma diluted net earnings/(loss) per common share - continuing operations $0.17
 $0.16
 $1.34
 $(0.47)
Pro forma weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted 71.0
 71.1
 71.0
 71.3


The shares included in the above are adjusted to assume that the common stock and MCPS shares issued for the Auto Care Acquisition occurred as of October 1, 2017. For all periods presented, the MCPS conversion was anti-dilutive and not assumed in the calculation.

The unaudited pro forma data above includes the following significant adjustments made to account for certain costs to adjust for as if the acquisitions had occurred as of October 1, 2017. The following expenses, which are net of the applicable tax rates, were added to or removed from the net earnings amounts for each respective period:
  For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
(Additional expense)/Expense removed 2019 2018 2019 2018
Inventory step up (1) $22.5
 $
 $22.0
 $(26.5)
Acquisition and integration costs (2) 30.1
 16.7
 50.3
 (48.9)
Interest and ticking fees on escrowed debt (3) 27.5
 2.8
 53.0
 2.2
Gains on escrowed funds (4) 
 
 (12.0) 


(1) The inventory step up was removed from fiscal 2019 and recorded in the first quarter of fiscal 2018 as the inventory turn would have occurred in that quarter. The remaining inventory step up of $5.1 related to the Auto Care Acquisition expected to be incurred in the third quarter 2019 was also included in the first six months ended March 31, 2018 as the inventory turn would have occurred in that period if the acquisition had occurred as of October 1, 2017.
(2) Acquisition and integration costs incurred to obtain legal approval, pay investment banking fees and other transaction related expenses were removed from the various periods and recorded in the first quarter of fiscal 2018 when the transaction is assumed to have occurred.
(3) Interest and ticking fees from the acquisition related debt were accrued over the periods prior to the acquisition occurring. These fees were removed as they would not have been incurred if the acquisition occurred October 1, 2017. The interest from
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the new capital structure was included in the results and the pre-tax amount of $47.6 and $95.2 for the three and six month periods, respectively, were included in the results above.
(4) The escrowed debt funds earned interest income and had gains on the non functional currency balances. These gains would not have been realized if the transaction had occurred as of October 1, 2017.

The pro-forma results above include restructuring charges recorded by the Auto Care Business of $3.1 and $7.1 during the three and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively. Excluded from the above is the Write-down of assets of business held for sale to fair value less cost to sell of $107.2 recorded by the Auto Care Business during the six months ended March 31, 2019. This loss was recorded as a direct result of the transaction and would not have impacted the combined company results.

Net sales and Loss before income taxes for the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions included in the Company's Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income are shown in the following table. The Loss before income taxes includes the inventory fair value adjustment recorded for the acquisitions, but excludes all acquisition and integration costs as well as any additional interest incurred by the Company for the debt issuances to complete the acquisitions:
   For the Quarter and Six Months Ended March 31, 2019
   Battery Acquisition Auto Care Acquisition
Net sales  $99.9
 $84.5
Inventory fair value adjustment  14.2
 13.0
Loss before income taxes  (1.1) (0.8)


Acquisition and Integration Costs- The Company incurred pre-tax acquisition and integration costs related to the Battery Acquisition, the Auto Care Acquisition, and the Nu Finish Acquisition of $95.4 and $131.9 in the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $19.4 and $25.1 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively.

Pre-tax costs recorded in Costs of products sold were $31.7 for both the quarter and the six months ended March 31, 2019 and primarily related to the inventory fair value adjustment of $27.2.

Pre-tax acquisition and integration costs recorded in SG&A were $29.1 and $48.0 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $16.5 and $22.2 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively, and primarily related to acquisition success fees and legal, consulting and advisory fees to assist with obtaining regulatory approval around the globe and to plan for the closing and integration of the Battery Acquisition and Auto Care Acquisition.

Also included in the pre-tax acquisition costs for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 was $33.2 and $65.6, respectively, of interest expense, including ticking fees, related to the escrowed debt for the Battery Acquisition and the financing fees incurred related to amending and issuing the debt for the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018 each included $2.9 related to debt for the Battery Acquisition.

In the quarter ended March 31, 2019, the Company incurred $1.5 of expense to settle hedge contracts of the acquired business and earned income of $0.1 related to transition services agreements. During the first quarter 2019, prior to closing on the Battery Acquisition, the Company held the funds from the escrowed debt offerings in a restricted cash account. The Company recorded a pre-tax gain in Other items, net of $9.0 related to the favorable movement in the escrowed USD restricted cash held in our European Euro functional entity during the six months ended March 31, 2019. The Company also recorded interest income in Other items, net of $5.8 earned on the Restricted cash funds held in escrow associated with the Battery Acquisition during the six months ended March 31, 2019.
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(4) Divestment

As discussed in Note 1, the Divestment Business was classified as held for sale in the accompanying Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheets and as discontinued operations in the accompanying Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income. The Divestment Business is expected to be sold at the beginning of the fourth quarter of the current fiscal year.

The following table summarizes the assets and liabilities of the Divestment Business classified as held for sale as of March 31, 2019. As the Company did not own the business as of September 30, 2018, there are no Divestment Business assets or liabilities as of that period:
  March 31, 2019
Assets  
Trade receivables $63.7
Inventories 47.6
Other current assets 18.4
Property, plant and equipment, net 73.8
Goodwill 63.8
Other intangible assets, net 564.9
Other assets 16.0
Assets held for sale $848.2
   
Liabilities  
Current portion of capital leases $5.2
Accounts payable 38.8
Other current liabilities 79.7
Long-term debt 27.1
Other liabilities (1) 238.8
Liabilities held for sale $389.6
(1) Included in other liabilities is deferred tax liabilities of $198.3 and pension liabilities of $40.5 related to the Divestment Business.
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The following table summarizes the components of Loss from discontinued operations in the accompanying Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019. As the Company acquired the business on January 2, 2019, there is no activity on the Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheet. At December(Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income for the three and six months ended March 31, 2016, $2.22018:
  For the Quarter and Six Months Ended
  March 31, 2019
Net sales $80.2
Cost of products sold 69.8
Gross profit 10.4
Selling, general and administrative expense 21.1
Advertising and sales promotion expense 0.3
Interest expense 6.7
Other items, net (3.8)
Loss before income taxes from discontinued operations (13.9)
Income tax benefit (2.9)
Net loss from discontinued operations $(11.0)


Included in the loss from discontinued operations are the inventory fair value pre-tax adjustment of the liability was recorded in Other current liabilities$11.2, divestment related pre-tax costs of $5.7 and the remaining $2.1 was recorded in Other liabilities. There were no liabilities outstanding at September 30, 2017 or December 31, 2017.allocated pre-tax interest expense of $6.2.
      Utilized  
  October 1, 2016 Charge to Income Cash Non-Cash December, 2016
Severance and termination related costs $2.8
 $
 $(1.8) $
 $1.0
Contract termination costs 3.6
 
 (0.3) 
 3.3
Net gain on asset sales 

(1.3)
1.3




Total $6.4
 $(1.3) $(0.8) $
 $4.3



(3)(5) Income Taxes    


The threesix month effective tax rate was 49.2%46.9% as compared to 28.7%50.1% for the prior year comparative period. The current year provision included the estimated impact of disallowed transaction costs related to the Battery Acquisition and the Auto Care Acquisition for which the Company does not believe that there will be an income tax benefit. Both years' provision included the impact of the U.S. tax legislation discussed below.

On December 22, 2017, H.R. 1, formally known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the Tax Act) was enacted into law. The Tax Act providesprovided for numerous significant tax law changes and modifications with varying effective dates, which includeincluded reducing the corporate income tax rate from 35% to 21%, creating a territorial tax system (with a mandatory transition tax on previously deferred foreign earnings) and allowing for immediate capital expensing of certain qualified property. As a fiscal year end taxpayer, certain provisions of the Tax Act will beginbegan to impact us in ourthe fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2017, while other provisions willdid not impact us beginning inuntil fiscal year 2019. The corporate tax rate reduction iswas effective for Energizer as of January 1, 2018 and accordingly, will reduce our currentresulted in a fiscal year federal statutory rate to a blended rate of approximately 24.5% for fiscal year 2018.

The changes included in2018 with the Act are broad and complex. The final transition impactsfull impact of the Act may differ from our current estimates, possibly materially, duereduced rate to among other things, changes21% beginning in interpretations of the Act, any legislative action to address questions that arise because of the Act, any changes in accounting standards for income taxes or related interpretations in response to the Act, or any updates or changes to estimates the Company has utilized to calculate the transition impacts, including impacts from changes to currentfiscal year earnings estimates and foreign exchange rates of foreign subsidiaries. The Securities Exchange Commission has issued rules that would allow for a measurement period of up to one year after the enactment date of the Act to finalize the recording of the related tax impacts.2019.


As a result of the reduction of the Federal corporate income tax rate, we havethe Company remeasured certain deferred tax assets and liabilities at the rate which they are expected to reverse in the future. We are still analyzing certain aspects of the Act, including the future impacts of the Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income provision, and refining our calculations, which could potentially affectThe Company has finalized the remeasurement of these balances or potentially give rise to new deferred tax amounts. The provisional amount recorded relatedand did not have any adjustments to the remeasurement of our deferred tax balance was tax expense of$3.0 recorded in fiscal year 2018. The provision for the six months ended March 31, 2018, included approximately $1.

The mandatory transition tax is based on our total post-1986 earnings and profits (E&P) that we previously deferred from U.S. income taxes. We recorded a provisionaltaxes as well as the amount for our mandatory transition tax liability, resulting in an increase inof non-U.S. income tax expense of approximately $30.paid on such earnings. We have not yet completed our calculationaccounting for the income tax effect of the total


post-1986 E&P for these foreign subsidiaries. Further, the mandatory transition tax is based in part on the amountfirst quarter of those earnings held in cash and other specified assets. This amount may change when we finalizefiscal 2019. We recorded an additional $1.5 during the calculation of post-1986 foreign E&P previously deferred from U.S federal taxation and finalize the amounts held in cash or other specified assets. No additional income taxes have been provided for any remaining undistributed foreign earnings not subjectquarter ended December 31, 2018 related to the mandatoryanticipated state tax impact for a total tax of $37.5. Included in the provision for the six months ended March 31, 2018 was an initial estimate of $30.0 related to the transition tax.

The Tax Act created a provision known as Global Intangible Low Taxed Income (GILTI) that imposes tax or any additional outside basis difference inherent in these entities,on certain earnings of foreign subsidiaries. The Company has elected to treat GILTI as these amounts continue to be indefinitely reinvested in foreign operations.a current period expense.

(4)
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



(6) Share-Based Payments


Total compensation cost charged against income for Energizer’s share-based compensation arrangements was $6.7$7.6 and $14.1 for the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019, respectively, and $5.2$7.3 and $14.0 for the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20162018, respectively, and was recorded in SG&A expense.


Restricted Stock Equivalents (RSE)—(in whole dollars and total shares)

In November 2018, the Company granted RSE awards to a group of key employees of approximately 73,000 shares that vest ratably over four years and granted RSE awards to a group of key executives of approximately 55,000 shares that vest on the third anniversary of the date of grant. In addition, the Company granted approximately 190,000 performance shares to a group of key employees and key executives that will vest subject to meeting target amounts for both cumulative adjusted earnings per share and cumulative free cash flow as a percentage of sales over the three year performance period. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award with the maximum award payout of approximately 380,000 shares. The closing stock price on the date of the grant used to determine the award fair value was $60.25.

In November 2017, the Company granted RSE awards to a group of key employees of approximately 100,000 shares that vest ratably over four years and granted RSE awards to a group of key executives of approximately 68,000 shares that vest on the third anniversary of the date of grant. In addition, the Company granted approximately 238,000 performance shares to a group of key employees and key executives that will vest subject to meeting target amounts for both cumulative adjusted earnings per share and cumulative free cash flow as a percentage of sales over the three year performance period. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award with the maximum award payout of approximately 476,000 shares. The closing stock price on the date of the grant used to determine the award fair value was $44.20.


In November 2016, the Company granted RSE awards to a group of key employees of approximately 92,000 shares that vest ratably over four years and granted RSE awards to a group of key executives of approximately 73,000 shares that vest on the third anniversary of the date of the grant. In addition, the Company granted approximately 249,000 performance shares to a group of key employees and key executives that will vest subject to meeting targeted amounts for both cumulative adjusted earnings per share and cumulative free cash flow as a percentage of sales over the three year performance period. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award with the maximum award payout of approximately 498,000 shares. The closing stock price on the date of the grant used to determine the award fair value was $43.84.


In November 2015, the Company granted RSE awards to a group of key employees of approximately 106,000 shares that vest ratably over four years and granted RSE awards to a group of key executives of approximately 87,000 shares that vest on the third anniversary of the date of the grant. In addition, the Company granted approximately 290,000 performance shares to a group of key employees and key executives that will vest subject to meeting targeted amounts for both cumulative adjusted earnings per share and cumulative free cash flow as a percentage of sales over the three year performance period. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award. These performance measures are equally weighted in determining the final share award with the maximum award payout of approximately 580,000 shares.years. The closing stock price on the date of the grant used to determine the award fair value was $37.34.




(5) (7)Earnings per share


Basic earnings per share is based on the average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is based on the average number of shares used for the basic earnings per share calculation, adjusted for the dilutive effect of restricted stock equivalents, and performance share awards.awards and deferred compensation equity plans. Common shares issuable upon conversion of the Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (MCPS) are included in the calculation of diluted earnings per share using the if-converted method and are only included if the conversion would be further dilutive to the calculation.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the quartersquarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 2016:2018:
(in millions, except per share data)For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
Basic earnings per share2019 2018 2019 2018
Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations$(62.3) $7.8
 $8.5
 $68.2
Mandatory preferred stock dividends(3.3) 
 (3.3) 
Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations attributable to common shareholders(65.6)
7.8

5.2

68.2
Net loss from discontinued operations, net of tax(11.0) 
 (11.0) 
Net (loss)/earnings attributable to common shareholders$(76.6)
$7.8

$(5.8)
$68.2
        
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic67.3
 59.7
 63.5
 60.0
        
Basic net (loss)/earnings per common share from continuing operations$(0.97) $0.13
 $0.08
 $1.14
Basic net loss per common share from discontinued operations(0.17) 
 (0.17) 
Basic net (loss)/earnings per common share$(1.14) $0.13
 $(0.09) $1.14
        
Diluted earnings per share       
Net (loss)/earnings attributable to common shareholders$(76.6) $7.8
 $(5.8) $68.2
        
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic67.3
 59.7
 63.5
 60.0
Dilutive effect of restricted stock equivalents
 1.4
 0.3
 1.3
Dilutive effect of performance shares
 
 0.6
 
Dilutive effect of stock based deferred compensation plan
 
 0.2
 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted67.3
 61.1
 64.6
 61.3
        
Diluted net (loss)/earnings per common share - continuing operations$(0.97) $0.13
 $0.08
 $1.11
Diluted net loss per common share - discontinued operations(0.17) 
 (0.17) 
Diluted net (loss)/earnings per common share$(1.14) $0.13
 $(0.09) $1.11

(in millions, except per share data)   
 For the Quarter
Ended December 31,
 2017 2016
Net earnings$60.4
 $95.6
Basic average shares outstanding60.2
 61.8
Effect of dilutive restricted stock equivalents0.4
 0.6
Effect of dilutive performance shares0.9
 0.5
Diluted average shares outstanding61.5
 62.9
Basic earnings per common share$1.00
 $1.55
Diluted earnings per common share$0.98
 $1.52


For the quartersquarter ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019, as our continuing operations were in a loss position, all restricted shares were anti-dilutive and Decemberexcluded from our dilutive net earnings per share calculation. For the six months ended March 31, 2016,2019, 0.1 million restricted stock equivalents were anti-dilutive and not included in the diluted net earnings per share calculation. The Company's MCPS were considered anti-dilutive for all periods and excluded for the calculations of diluted earnings per share.

For the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, all restricted stock equivalents and performance shares were dilutive and included in the diluted net earnings per share calculations.


(6)(8) Segments


Operations for Energizer are managed via threetwo major geographic reportable segments: Americas (North America and Latin America), Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific.

International.
Segment performance is evaluated based on segment operating profit, exclusive of general corporate expenses, share-based compensation costs, costs associated with restructuring initiatives, acquisition and integration activities, amortization costs, business realignment activities, research & development costs and other items determined to be corporate in nature. Financial items, such as interest income and expense, are managed on a global basis at the corporate level. The exclusion of substantially all acquisition integration, restructuring and realignmentintegration costs from segment results reflects management’s view on how it evaluates segment performance.


Energizer’s operating model includes a combination of standalone and shared business functions between the geographic segments, varying by country and region of the world. Shared functions include, but are not limited to,
ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



IT, procurement and finance. Energizer applies a fully allocated cost basis, in which shared business functions are allocated between segments. Such allocations are estimates, and do not represent the costs of such services if performed on a standalone basis.


Segment sales and profitability for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, are presented below:
 For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Net Sales       
Americas$381.6
 $224.1
 $755.1
 $597.2
International174.8
 150.3
 373.2
 350.5
Total net sales$556.4
 $374.4
 $1,128.3
 $947.7
Segment Profit       
Americas$88.7
 $55.7
 $204.8
 $178.8
International36.4
 34.1
 91.0
 83.3
Total segment profit125.1
 89.8
 295.8
 262.1
    General corporate and other expenses (1)(29.7) (24.7) (48.4) (46.3)
    Global marketing expense (2)(6.4) (5.2) (9.5) (8.4)
    Research and development expense(8.7) (5.4) (14.2) (10.7)
    Amortization of intangible assets(12.5) (2.8) (15.7) (5.6)
    Acquisition and integration costs (3)(95.4) (19.4) (131.9) (25.1)
Interest expense (4)(44.0) (13.6) (59.8) (27.0)
Other items, net (5)(2.4) (0.9) (0.3) (2.2)
Total (loss)/earnings before income taxes$(74.0) $17.8
 $16.0
 $136.8

(1) Included in SG&A in the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income.
(2) The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 includes $2.2 and $3.4 recorded in SG&A, respectively, and $4.2 and $6.1 recorded in Advertising and sales promotion expense, respectively, in the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018 includes $1.3 and $1.8 recorded in SG&A, respectively, and $3.9 and $6.6 recorded in Advertising and sales promotion expense, respectively, in the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income.
(3) The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, includes $31.7 recorded in Cost of products sold, including $27.2 of inventory step up. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 includes $29.1 and $48.0 recorded in SG&A, respectively, $33.2 and $65.6 recorded in Interest expense, respectively, and a loss of $1.4 and a gain of $13.4 recorded in Other items, net, respectively, on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018 includes $16.5 and $22.2 recorded in SG&A, respectively, and $2.9 recorded in Interest expense, respectively, on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income.
(4) Interest expense for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income includes $33.2 and $65.6, respectively, and the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018 on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income includes $2.9 of acquisition commitment fees, debt ticking fees, and interest on escrowed debt which has been reclassified to Acquisition and integration costs for purposes of the reconciliation above.
(5) The amounts for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income includes a loss of $1.4 and a gain of $13.4, respectively, which have been reclassified for purposes of the reconciliation above.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





Segment sales and profitability for the quarter ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively, are presented below:
 For the Quarter Ended December 31,
 2017 2016
Net Sales   
Americas$373.1
 $365.1
EMEA117.6
 114.7
Asia Pacific82.6
 79.8
Total net sales$573.3
 $559.6
Segment Profit   
Americas$123.1
 $123.1
EMEA25.5
 26.1
Asia Pacific23.7
 24.7
Total segment profit172.3
 173.9
    General corporate and other expenses (1) (2)(21.6) (17.2)
    Global marketing expense (1)(3.2) (3.0)
    Research and development expense(5.3) (5.8)
    Amortization of intangible assets(2.8) (2.6)
    Acquisition and integration costs (1)(5.7) (0.8)
Spin restructuring
 1.3
Interest expense(13.4) (13.3)
Other items, net (2)(1.3) 1.6
Total earnings before income taxes$119.0
 $134.1
(1) Included in SG&A in the unaudited Consolidated Condensed Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income.
(2) As a result of the adoption of ASU 2017-07 in the current quarter, a $3.1 benefit was reclassified from SG&A to Other items, net for the quarter ended December 31, 2016.

Supplemental product information is presented below for revenues from external customers:
 For the Quarter Ended December 31,
Net Sales2017 2016
Batteries$524.5
 $503.1
Other48.8
 56.5
Total net sales$573.3
 $559.6

Corporate assets shown in the following table include all restricted cash related to the Battery Acquisition, financial instruments and deferred tax assets and deferred charges that are managed outside of operating segments. Total assets by segment are presented below:
 March 31, 2019 September 30, 2018
Americas$1,047.1
 $504.2
International652.3
 851.5
Total segment assets$1,699.4
 $1,355.7
Corporate145.5
 1,346.3
Goodwill and other intangible assets2,949.2
 476.8
Assets held for sale848.2
 
Total assets$5,642.3
 $3,178.8

 December 31, 2017 September 30, 2017
Americas$510.0
 $533.9
EMEA246.3
 240.3
Asia Pacific489.8
 457.9
Total segment assets$1,246.1
 $1,232.1
Corporate67.0
 137.7
Goodwill and other intangible assets451.0
 453.8
Total assets$1,764.1
 $1,823.6




(7)(9) Goodwill and intangible assets


Goodwill and intangible assets deemed to have an indefinite life are not amortized, but are evaluated annually for impairment as part of our annual business planning cycle in the fourth fiscal quarter, or when indicators of a potential impairment are present.


The following table sets forth goodwill by segment as of October 1, 20172018 and DecemberMarch 31, 2017:2019:
 Americas International Unallocated Total
Balance at October 1, 2018$228.4
 $15.8
 $
 $244.2
Battery Acquisition
 
 498.6
 498.6
Auto Care Acquisition
 
 268.4
 268.4
Cumulative translation adjustment
 0.2
 1.0
 1.2
Balance at March 31, 2019$228.4
 $16.0
 $768.0
 $1,012.4

 Americas EMEA Asia Pacific Total
Balance at October 1, 2017$213.8
 $5.5
 $10.7
 $230.0
Cumulative translation adjustment(0.2) 0.1
 0.2
 0.1
Balance at December 31, 2017$213.6
 $5.6
 $10.9
 $230.1


The Company is still evaluating the allocation of the goodwill acquired in the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions as of March 31, 2019.

Energizer had indefinite-lived intangible assets of $78.2$1,292.6 at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and $78.3$76.9 at September 30, 2017. Changes in indefinite-lived intangible assets are2018. The increase was due to the Battery Acquisition of $513.0 and the Auto Care Acquisition of $702.9, slightly offset by changes in foreign currency translation.of $0.2.


Total amortizable intangible assets at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 are as follows:
Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying AmountGross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying Amount
Trademarks$40.1
 $4.0
 $36.1
Trademarks and trade names$61.0
 $7.8
 $53.2
Customer relationships84.4
 8.8
 75.6
412.5
 21.3
 391.2
Patents34.5
 3.8
 30.7
34.5
 6.9
 27.6
Proprietary technology174.5
 4.7
 169.8
Proprietary formulas2.4
 0.2
 2.2
Non-compete0.5
 0.2
 0.3
0.5
 0.3
 0.2
Total intangible assets at December 31, 2017$159.5
 $16.8
 $142.7
Total Amortizable intangible assets685.4
 41.2
 644.2
Trademarks and trade names - indefinite lived1,292.6
 
 1,292.6
Total Other intangible assets, net$1,978.0

$41.2

$1,936.8



Total amortizable intangible assets at September 30, 20172018 were as follows:
 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying Amount
Trademarks and trade names$44.3
 $6.1
 $38.2
Customer relationships99.6
 13.4
 86.2
Patents34.5
 5.7
 28.8
Proprietary formulas2.4
 0.1
 2.3
Non-compete0.5
 0.2
 0.3
    Total Amortizable intangible assets181.3
 25.5
 155.8
Trademarks and trade names - indefinite lived76.9
 
 76.9
    Total Other intangible assets, net$258.2
 $25.5
 $232.7

 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying Amount
Trademarks$40.1
 $3.4
 $36.7
Customer relationships84.4
 7.3
 77.1
Patents34.5
 3.2
 31.3
Non-compete0.5
 0.1
 0.4
Total intangible assets at September 30, 2017$159.5
 $14.0
 $145.5


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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)


(8)(10) Debt


The detail of long-term debt was as follows:
 March 31, 2019 September 30, 2018
Senior Secured Term Loan A Facility due 2021$150.0
 $
Senior Secured Term Loan B Facility due 20251,000.0
 
5.50% Senior Notes due 2025600.0
 600.0
6.375% Senior Notes due 2026500.0
 
4.625% Senior Notes due 2026 (Euro Notes of €650.0)729.2
 
7.750% Senior Notes due 2027600.0
 
Senior Secured Term Loan B Facility due 2022
 388.0
Capital lease obligations47.9
 
Total long-term debt, including current maturities3,627.1
 988.0
Less current portion(11.6) (4.0)
Less unamortized debt discount and debt issuance fees(58.4) (7.9)
Total long-term debt$3,557.1
 $976.1
    
6.375% Senior Notes due 2026
 500.0
4.625% Senior Notes due 2026 (Euro Notes of €650.0)
 754.2
Total gross long-term debt held in escrow
 1,254.2
Less unamortized debt issuance fees
 (23.5)
Total long-term debt held in escrow$
 $1,230.7

 December 31, 2017 September 30, 2017
Senior Secured Term Loan B Facility, net of discount due 2022$391.0
 $392.0
5.50% Senior Notes due 2025600.0
 600.0
Total long-term debt, including current maturities991.0
 992.0
Less current portion(4.0) (4.0)
Less unamortized debt discount and debt issuance fees(9.1) (9.5)
Total long-term debt$977.9
 $978.5


The Company's $600.0 of 5.50% Senior Notes due 2025 (Senior Notes) were sold to qualified institutional buyers and will not be registered under federal or applicable state securities laws. Interest is payable semi-annually onLong-term debt - On December 17, 2018, the Senior Notes in December and June. The Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally, on an unsecured basis by each of the Company's domestic restricted subsidiaries that is a borrower or guarantor under the Revolving Facility and Term Loan.

The Company hasentered into a credit agreement which providesprovided for a five-year $350.0 senior secured5-year $400.0 revolving credit facility (Revolving(2018 Revolving Facility) and which matures in June 2020provided for a $200.0 3-year term loan A facility and a seven-year $400.0 senior secured$1,000.0 7-year term loan B facility (Term Loan) which is due in June 2022. Borrowings(2018 Term Loans). The borrowings under the Revolving Facility willterm loan A require quarterly principal payments at a rate of 6.25% of the original principal balance, or $12.5. The borrowings under the term loan B require quarterly principal payments at a rate of 0.25% of the original principal balance, or $2.5. The borrowings bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the option of the Company, LIBOR or the Base Rate (as defined) plus the applicable margin based on total Company leverage. As ofThe new credit agreement also contains customary affirmative and restrictive covenants. The new 2018 Term Loans began to accrue ticking fees in July 2018 and interest in December 31, 2017,2018 upon funding the Company had $87.5 of outstanding borrowings underTerm Loans into escrow. The funds were released from escrow and used to fund the Revolving Facility and had $6.7 of outstanding letters of credit. Taking into account outstanding letters of credit, $255.8 remains available as of December 31, 2017. As of December 31, 2017, our weighted average interest rate on short-term borrowings was 3.19%.

The $400.0 Term Loan was issued at a $1.0 discount which is amortized with a corresponding charge to interest expense over the remaining lifeclosing of the loan. The original interest rate was LIBOR subject to a 75 basis points floor, plus 250 basis points. On March 13, 2017, the Company completed the repricing of its Term Loan reducing the interest to LIBOR plus 200 basis points and eliminating the 75 basis points floor. The loans and commitments under the Term Loan require quarterly principal payments at a rate of 0.25%, or $1.0, of the original principal balance.Battery Acquisition on January 2, 2019.


Obligations under the 2018 Revolving Facility and 2018 Term Loan are jointly and severally guaranteed by certain of its existing and future direct and indirectly wholly-owned U.S. subsidiaries. There is a first priority perfected lien on
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



substantially all of the assets and property of the Company and guarantors and proceeds therefrom excluding certain excluded assets. No other terms were changed as result

During the quarter ended March 31, 2019, the Company paid down $50.0 of the Term Loan repricing.A facility. Subsequent to the quarter end, the Company made additional payments of $72.5 and $2.5 on the Term Loan A and Term Loan B facilities, respectively. As of March 31, 2019, the Company had no outstanding borrowings under the Revolving Facility and had $7.6 of outstanding letters of credit. Taking into account outstanding letters of credit, $392.4 remained available as of March 31, 2019. As of March 31, 2019 and September 30, 2018, our weighted average interest rate on short-term borrowings was 4.9% and 4.3%, respectively.


On January 17, 2019, the Company finalized pricing of $600.0 million in senior notes due in 2027 at 7.750% (2027 Notes). The 2027 Notes priced at 100% of the principal amount and the offering closed concurrently with the Auto Care Acquisition on January 28, 2019 and the proceeds were utilized to fund the acquisition. The 2027 Notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers and will not be registered under federal or applicable state securities laws. Interest is payable semi-annually on the 2027 Notes in January and July. The 2027 Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed on an unsecured basis by certain of the Company's domestic restricted subsidiaries that guarantee indebtedness of the Company under its 2018 Revolving Facility.

Debt issuance fees paid related to the new bonds and the new credit agreement, including the 2018 Revolving Credit Facility, were $40.1 during the six months ended March 31, 2019.

In June 2018, the Company finalized the pricing of two senior note offerings due in 2026 of $500.0 at 6.375% (USD Notes) and €650.0 at 4.625% (Euro Notes and collectively with the USD Notes, the 2026 Notes), which were issued by wholly-owned subsidiaries. The 2026 Notes priced at 100% of the principal amount and the offering closed in July 2018. The 2026 Notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers and will not be registered under federal or applicable state securities laws. Interest is payable semi-annually on the 2026 Notes in January and July. The 2026 Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed on an unsecured basis by the Company's domestic restricted subsidiaries that guarantee indebtedness of the Company under its 2018 Revolving Facility.

On January 2, 2019, the proceeds of the 2018 Term Loans and the 2026 Notes were released from escrow and utilized to fund the Battery Acquisition, repay borrowings under the Term Loan due in 2022, amounts drawn on the 2015 Revolving Facility, and pay acquisition related costs, including debt issuance costs.

Interest Rate Swaps -In March 2017, the Company entered into an interest rate swap agreement with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on $200.0 of Energizer's variable rate debt through June 2022 at an interest rate of 2.03%.


ForIn February 2018, the quarter ended December 31, 2017, our weighted averageCompany entered into a forward starting interest rate swap with an effective date of October 1, 2018 with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on additional variable rate debt inclusive of theat an interest rate of 2.47%. The swap was 3.42%.has a current notional value of $400.0. Beginning April 1, 2019, the notional amount decreases $50.0 each quarter until its termination date of December 31, 2020.


Notes payable -The notes payable balance was $110.5$8.2 at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and $104.1$247.3 at September 30, 2017.2018. The DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 balance was comprised of $87.5borrowings related to foreign affiliates. The September 30, 2018 balance was comprised of $240.0 outstanding borrowings on the 2015 Revolving Facilityfacility as well as $23.0$7.3 of other borrowings, including those fromrelated to foreign affiliates. The September 30, 2017 balance was comprised of $95.0On January 2, 2019, the outstanding borrowings on the 2015 Revolving facility as well as $9.1 of other borrowings, including thoseFacility were paid with the proceeds from foreign affiliates.the 2018 Term Loans and 2026 Notes.


Debt Covenants

- The agreements governing the Company's debt contain certain customary representations and warranties, affirmative, negative and financial covenants and provisions relating to events of default. If the Company fails to comply with these covenants or with other requirements of these debt agreements, the lenders may have the right to accelerate the maturity of the debt. Acceleration under one of these facilities would trigger cross defaults to other
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)


borrowings. As of DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, the Company was, and expects to remain, in compliance with the provisions and covenants associated with its debt agreements.


Aggregate maturities of long-term debt, including current maturities, at December 31, 2017 were as follows: $4.0 in one year, $4.0 in two years, $4.0 in three years, $4.0 in four years, $375.0 in five years and $600.0 thereafter.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



The counterparties to long-term committed borrowings consist of a number of major financial institutions. The Company consistently monitors positions with, and credit ratings of, counterparties both internally and by using outside ratings agencies.


Debt Maturities - Aggregate maturities of long term debt, including Capital leases acquired with the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions, as of March 31, 2019 are as follows:
 Long-term debt Capital leases
2020$10.0
 $4.8
202160.0
 4.8
2022110.0
 4.7
202310.0
 4.6
202410.0
 5.3
Thereafter3,379.2
 72.6
Total long term debt payments due$3,579.2
 96.8
    
Less: Interest on capital leases  (48.9)
Present value of capital lease payments (1)
 $47.9
(1) Includes capital lease obligation of $1.6 recorded in Current portion of capital leases and $46.3 in Long-term debt on the Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheet.

(9)(11) Pension Plans


The Company has several defined benefit pension plans covering many of its employees in the U.S. and certain employees in other countries. The plans provide retirement benefits based on various factors including years of service and in certain circumstances, earnings. The U.S. plan was frozen in fiscal year 2015.
The Company’s net periodic pension (benefit)/cost for these plans are as follows:
 For the Quarter Ended March 31,
 U.S. International
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Service cost$
 $
 $0.2
 $0.1
Interest cost5.1
 4.7
 0.8
 1.0
Expected return on plan assets(6.5) (7.6) (1.3) (1.6)
Amortization of unrecognized net losses1.0
 1.2
 0.2
 0.6
Net periodic (benefit)/cost$(0.4) $(1.7) $(0.1) $0.1

 For the Six Months Ended March 31,
 U.S. International
 2019 2018 2019 2018
Service cost$
 $
 $0.3
 $0.3
Interest cost10.2
 9.4
 1.4
 2.1
Expected return on plan assets(13.0) (15.1) (2.5) (3.2)
Amortization of unrecognized net losses2.0
 2.2
 0.5
 1.1
Settlement charge
 0.1
 
 
Net periodic (benefit)/cost$(0.8) $(3.4) $(0.3) $0.3

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)


 For the Quarter Ended December 31,
 U.S. International
 2017 2016 2017 2016
Service Cost$
 $
 $0.2
 $0.4
Interest Cost4.7
 4.5
 1.1
 0.9
Expected return on plan assets(7.5) (8.6) (1.6) (2.0)
Amortization of unrecognized net losses1.0
 1.2
 0.5
 0.9
Settlement charge0.1
 
 
 
Net periodic (benefit)/cost$(1.7) $(2.9) $0.2
 $0.2


The Company adopted ASU 2017-07 in the current quarter. The service cost component of the net periodic (benefit)/cost above is recorded in Selling, general and administrative expense on the Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income, while the remaining components are recorded to Other items, net. The prior year amounts have been reclassified to provide comparable presentation in line with the guidance.


The Company also sponsors or participates in a number of other non-U.S. pension arrangements, including various retirement and termination benefit plans, some of which are required by local law or coordinated with government-sponsored plans, which are not significant in the aggregate and, therefore, are not included in the information presented above.


The Company acquired a pension as part of the Divestment Business for with the Battery Acquisition which is included in Liabilities held for sale. No other material plans were acquired with the acquisitions.

(10) Shareholder's(12) Shareholders' Equity


In July 2015, the Company's Board of Directors approved an authorization for the Company to acquire up to 7.5 million shares of its common stock. There were no shares repurchased in the first six months of fiscal 2019. During the threesix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2018, the Company repurchased 1,126,379 shares for $50.0, at an average price of $44.41 per share, under this authorization. Future share repurchases, if any, will be determined by the Company based on its evaluation of the market conditions, capital allocation objectives, legal and regulatory requirements and other factors.


On November 13, 2017,12, 2018, the Board of Directors declared a dividend for the first quarter of fiscal 20182019 of $0.29$0.30 per share of common stock. The dividend was paid on December 14, 201713, 2018, to all shareholders of record as of November 30, 2017 and totaled $17.3. The incremental dividend payments of $0.3 made in fiscal 2018 were related to restricted stock awards that vested during November 2017.2018.


Subsequent to the fiscal quarter end, onOn January 29, 2018,28, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend for the second quarter of 20182019 of $0.29$0.30 per share of common stock, payable on March 13, 2018,18, 2019, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business February 20, 2018.25, 2019.

During the six months ended March 31, 2019, total dividends declared on common stock were $40.0 and common stock dividends paid were $40.8. The dividends paid included amounts on restricted shares that vested in the period. During the six months ended March 31, 2018, total dividends declared on common stock were $36.5 and common stock dividends paid were $35.0. The unpaid common stock dividends were associated with unvested restricted shares and were recorded in other liabilities.

Subsequent to the end of the fiscal quarter, on April 29, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a dividend for the
third quarter of 2019 of $0.30 per share of common stock, payable on June 10, 2019, to all shareholders of record
as of the close of business May 21, 2019.

Issuance of Common Stock - In January 2019, the Company issued 4,687,498 shares of common stock, which included the underwriters' exercise in full of their option to purchase 611,412 additional shares of common stock to cover over-allotments. The net proceeds from the sale of the common stock was $205.3, after deducting the underwriting discounts and third party fees, and were utilized to fund a portion of the cash consideration for the Auto Care Acquisition and related fees and expenses.

On January 28, 2019, in connection with the Auto Care Acquisition, the Company issued 5,278,921 shares of common stock to Spectrum as partial consideration for the purchase of the Auto Care Acquisition. The equity consideration paid to Spectrum was valued at $240.5 based on the closing stock price of $45.55 on January 28, 2019.

In association with the equity consideration paid to Spectrum, the Company entered into a Shareholder Agreement with Spectrum. The Shareholder Agreement includes a 24 month standstill provision and an 18 month period as of the date of the Auto Care Acquisition closing date (Closing Date), in which Spectrum is required to vote in agreement with the Company's Board of Directors. In addition, Spectrum is unable to sell any of its shares for the first 12 months after the Closing Date. After the 12 month period has ended, Spectrum can require the Company to file a shelf registration allowing for Spectrum to sell its common shares in one or more registered offerings.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





(11)However, Spectrum can not transfer common shares to any entity that would result in the entity owning more than 4.9% of the Company's outstanding common shares, after giving effect to the sale. Following the 18 month anniversary of the Closing Date, the Company will have the right to repurchase any or all of the common shares then held by Spectrum for a purchase price per share equal to the greater of the VWAP per share for the ten consecutive trading days beginning on the 12th trading day immediately preceding notice of the repurchase from the Company, and $65.12, which equals 110% of the Common Stock VWAP, as defined by the Auto Care Acquisition purchase agreement.

Issuance of Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock - In January 2019, the Company issued 2,156,250 shares of Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (MCPS), with a par value of $0.01 per share and liquidation preference of $100.00 per share, which included the underwriters' exercise in full of their option to purchase 281,250 additional shares of MCPS to cover over-allotments. The net proceeds from the sale of the MCPS was $199.5, after deducting the underwriting discounts and third party fees, as well as the capped call transaction described below, and were utilized to fund the Auto Care Acquisition and related fees and expenses.

Each outstanding share of MCPS will convert automatically on the mandatory conversion date, which is expected to be January 15, 2022, into between 1.7892 and 2.1739 shares of common stock, subject to certain anti-dilution and other adjustments. The number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion will be determined based on the average VWAP per share of common stock over the 20 consecutive trading day period beginning on, and including, the 21st scheduled trading day immediately prior to January 15, 2022.

Dividends on the MCPS will be payable on a cumulative basis when, as and if declared, at an annual rate of 7.50% of the liquidation preference of $100.00 per share of MCPS, and may be paid in cash or, subject to certain limitations, in shares of common stock, or in any combination of cash and shares of common stock. If declared, dividends on the MCPS will be payable quarterly on January 15, April 15, July 15 and October 15 of each year, commencing on April 15, 2019 and ending on, and including, January 15, 2022.

On January 28, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $1.8333 per share of MCPS. The dividend was paid on April 15, 2019 and totaled $3.9. Through March 31, 2019, the Company had accrued $3.3 of the dividend based on the number of days the shares were outstanding in the quarter.

Subsequent to the end of the fiscal quarter, on April 29, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.875 per share of MCPS, payable on July 15, 2019, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business July 1, 2019.

No dividend or distributions may be declared or paid on shares of common stock, and no common stock shall be, directly or indirectly, purchased, redeemed, or otherwise acquired for consideration by the Company, or any of its subsidiaries, unless all accumulated and unpaid dividends for all preceding dividend periods have been declared and paid upon, or a sufficient sum of cash or number of shares of common stock has been set aside for the payment of such dividends upon, all outstanding shares of MCPS.

In connection with the offering of the MCPS, the Company entered into capped call transactions with certain counterparties. The capped call options are expected to reduce potential dilution to the Company’s Common Stock, subject to a cap, upon any conversion of MCPS. The Company paid $9.0 for the capped call transactions which reduced the net proceeds received from the MCPS.

ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



(13) Financial Instruments and Risk Management


The market risk inherent in the Company's operations creates potential earnings volatility arising from changes in currency rates, interest rates and commodity prices. The Company's policy allows derivatives to be used only for identifiable exposures and, therefore, the Company does not enter into hedges for trading or speculative purposes where the sole objective is to generate profits.


Concentration of Credit Risk—The counterparties to derivative contracts consist of a number of major financial institutions and are generally institutions with which the Company maintains lines of credit. The Company does not enter into derivative contracts through brokers nor does it trade derivative contracts on any other exchange or over-the-counter markets. Risk of currency positions and mark-to-market valuation of positions are strictly monitored.


The Company continually monitors positions with, and credit ratings of, counterparties both internally and by using outside rating agencies. While nonperformance by these counterparties exposes Energizer to potential credit losses, such losses are not anticipated.


In the ordinary course of business, the Company may enter into contractual arrangements (derivatives) to reduce its exposure to commodity price and foreign currency risks. The section below outlines the types of derivatives that existed at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 2017,2018, as well as the Company's objectives and strategies for holding these derivative instruments.


Commodity Price RiskEnergizerThe Company uses raw materials that are subject to price volatility. TheAt times, the Company has used, and may in the future use,uses hedging instruments to reduce exposure to variability in cash flows associated with future purchases of certain materials and commodities. At December

In February 2019, the Company entered into a hedging contract on zinc purchases. This contract was determined to be a cash flow hedge and qualified for hedge accounting. The pre-tax gain recognized on this zinc contract was $0.2 at March 31, 20172019, and September 30, 2017,was included in Accumulated other comprehensive income on the Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheet. The contract maturity for this hedge extends into 2020 and there were nowas one open derivative or hedging instruments for future purchasescontract at March 31, 2019, with a total notional value of raw materials or commodities.approximately $7. 


Foreign Currency Risk—A significant portion of Energizer’s product cost is more closely tied to the U.S. dollar than to the local currencies in which the product is sold. As such, a weakening of currencies relative to the U.S. dollar results in margin declines unless mitigated through pricing actions, which are not always available due to the economic or competitive environment. Conversely, a strengthening in currencies relative to the U.S. dollar can improve margins. The primary currencies to which Energizer is exposed include the Euro, the British pound, the Canadian dollar and the Australian dollar. However, the Company also has significant exposures in many other currencies which, in the aggregate, may have a material impact on the Company's operations.


Additionally, Energizer’s foreign subsidiaries enter into internal and external transactions that create nonfunctional
currency balance sheet positions at the foreign subsidiary level. These exposures are generally the result of intercompany purchases, intercompany loans and, to a lesser extent, external purchases, and are revalued in the foreign subsidiary’s local currency at the end of each period. Changes in the value of the non-functional currency balance sheet positions in relation to the foreign subsidiary’s local currency results in a transaction gain or loss recorded in Other items, net on the Consolidated Statements(Condensed) Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income. The primary currency to which Energizer’s foreign subsidiaries are exposed is the U.S. dollar.


Interest Rate Risk—Energizer has interest rate risk with respect to interest expense on variable rate debt. At DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, Energizer had variable rate debt outstanding with an originala principal balance of $400.0$1,150.0 under the 2018 Term Loan.Loans. In March 2017, the Company entered into an interest rate swap agreement (2017 Interest rate swap) with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on $200.0 of Energizer's variable rate debt through June 2022 at an interest rate of 2.03%.

This hedging instruments is considered In February 2018, the Company entered into a cash flow hedge for accounting purposes. Atforward starting interest rate swap (2018 Interest rate swap) with an effective date of October 1, 2018, with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on additional variable rate debt of $400.0 at an interest rate of 2.47%. Beginning April 1, 2019, the notional amount decreases $50.0 each quarter until its termination date of December 31, 2017 the swap had an unrecognized pre-tax gain of $0.7 and at September 30, 2017 the swap had an unrecognized pre-tax loss of $1.3, both of which were included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheet.2020.


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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





These hedging instruments are considered cash flow hedges for accounting purposes. At March 31, 2019 and September 30, 2018, Energizer recorded an unrealized pre-tax net gain of $0.5 and $7.7, respectively, on these interest rate swap contracts, both of which were included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheet.

Cash Flow Hedges - The Company has entered into a series of forward currency contracts to hedge the cash flow uncertainty of the forecasted payment of inventory purchases due to short term currency fluctuations. Energizer’s foreign affiliates, which have the largest exposure to U.S. dollar purchases, have the Euro, the British pound, the Canadian dollar and the Australian dollar as their local currencies. These foreign currencies represent a significant portion of Energizer's foreign currency exposure. At DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 2017,2018, Energizer had an unrealized pre-tax lossgain of $4.2$3.6 and $5.8,$4.3, respectively, on these forward currency contracts accounted for as cash flow hedges included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the unaudited Condensed Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheets. Assuming foreign exchange rates versus the U.S. dollar remain at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 levels, over the next 12 months, $4.1$3.5 of the pre-tax lossgain included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss is expected to be recognized in earnings. Contract maturities for these hedges extend into fiscal year 2019.2020. There were 64 open foreign currency contracts at DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, with a total notional value of approximately $134.$136.


Derivatives not Designated in Hedging Relationships - Energizer enters into foreign currency derivative contracts which are not designated as cash flow hedges for accounting purposes, to hedge existing balance sheet exposures. Any gains or losses on these contracts are expected to be offset by corresponding exchange losses or gains on the underlying exposures;exposures, and as such are not subject to significant market risk. There were 10eight open foreign currency derivative contracts which are not designated as cash flow hedges at DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, with a total notional value of approximately $85.$81.

The following table provides the Company's estimated fair values as of DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 2017,2018, and the amounts of gains and losses on derivative instruments classified as cash flow hedges for the quartersquarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 2016,2018, respectively:
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



 At December 31, 2017 For the Quarter Ended December 31, 2017 At March 31, 2019 For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2019 For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2019
Derivatives designated as Cash Flow Hedging Relationships 
Estimated Fair Value
 (Liability)/Asset
 (1) (2)
 (Loss)/Gain Recognized in OCI (3) 
Loss Reclassified From OCI into Income
(Effective Portion) (4) (5)
 
Estimated Fair Value
 Asset/(Liability) (1)
 Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI (2) Gain Reclassified From OCI into Income (3) (4) Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI (2) Gain Reclassified From OCI into Income (3) (4)
Foreign currency contracts $(4.2) $(0.8) $(2.4) $3.6
 $0.9
 $2.0
 $4.1
 $4.8
Interest rate contracts 0.7
 1.5
 (0.5)
2017 Interest rate swap 0.9
 (1.7) 0.2
 (5.1) 0.2
2018 Interest rate swap (0.4) (0.5) 0.1
 (1.8) 
Zinc contracts 0.2
 0.2
 
 0.2
 
Total $(3.5) $0.7
 $(2.9) $4.3
 $(1.1) $2.3
 $(2.6) $5.0
                
 At September 30, 2017 For the Quarter Ended December 31, 2016 At September 30, 2018 For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2018 For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2018
Derivatives designated as Cash Flow Hedging Relationships 
Estimated Fair Value
Liability (1) (2)
 Gain Recognized in OCI (3) 
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified From OCI into Income
(Effective Portion) (4) (5)
 
Estimated Fair Value
Asset (1)
 Gain Recognized in OCI (2) Loss Reclassified From OCI into Income (4) (5) (Loss)/Gain Recognized in OCI (2) Loss Reclassified From OCI into Income (4) (5)
Foreign currency contracts $(5.8) $5.2
 $0.5
 $4.3
 $1.6
 $(1.9) $(0.8) $(4.3)
Interest rate contracts (1.3) 6.5
 (0.7)
Interest rate swaps (2017 and 2018) 7.7
 5.0
 (0.3) 4.5
 (0.8)
Total $(7.1) $11.7
 $(0.2) $12.0
 $6.6
 $(2.2) $3.7
 $(5.1)
(1) All derivative assets are presented in Other current assets or Other assets.
(2) All derivative liabilities are presented in Other current liabilities or Other liabilities.
(3)(2) OCI is defined as other comprehensive income.
(4)(3) Gain/(loss) reclassified to Income was recorded as follows: Foreign currency contracts in other items, net andCost of products sold, interest rate contracts in interest expense.Interest expense, and commodity contracts in Cost of products sold.
(5)(4) Each of these hedging relationships has derivative instruments with a high correlation to the underlying exposure being hedged and has been deemed highly effective in offsetting the underlying risk.

(5) Gain/(loss) reclassified to Income was recorded as follows: Foreign currency contracts in Other items, net, interest rate contracts in Interest expense, and commodity contracts in Cost of products sold.

The following table provides estimated fair values as of March 31, 2019 and September 30, 2018 and the gains on derivative instruments not classified as cash flow hedges for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively:
  At March 31, 2019 For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2019 For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2019
  Estimated Fair Value Asset (1) Gain Recognized in Income (2) Gain Recognized in Income (1) (2)
Foreign currency contracts $(0.2) $0.1
 $1.1
       
  At September 30, 2018 For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2018 For the Six Months Ended March 31, 2018
  Estimated Fair Value Liability (1) Gain Recognized in Income (3) Gain Recognized in Income (3)
Foreign currency contracts $(0.1) $1.0
 $1.3
(1) All derivative assets are presented in Other current assets or Other assets and derivative liabilities are presented in Other current liabilities or Other liabilities.
(2) Gain/(loss) recognized in Income was recorded as foreign currency in Cost of products sold.
(3) Gain/(loss) recognized in Income was recorded as foreign currency in Other items, net.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)




The following table provides estimated fair values as of December 31, 2017 and September 30, 2017 and the gains and losses on derivative instruments not classified as cash flow hedges for the quarter ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively:
  At December 31, 2017 For the Quarter Ended December 31, 2017
  Estimated Fair Value Asset Gain Recognized in Income (1)
Foreign currency contracts $0.5
 $0.3
     
  At September 30, 2017 For the Quarter Ended December 31, 2016
  Estimated Fair Value Asset Loss Recognized in Income (1)
Foreign currency contracts $0.9
 $(1.9)
(1) Gain/(loss) recognized in Income was recorded as foreign currency in Other items, net.


Energizer has the following recognized financial assets resulting from those transactions that meet the scope of the disclosure requirements as necessitated by applicable accounting guidance for balance sheet offsetting.

Offsetting of derivative assets
    At March 31, 2019 At September 30, 2018
Description Balance Sheet location Gross amounts of recognized assets Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of assets presented in the Balance Sheet Gross amounts of recognized assets Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of assets presented in the Balance Sheet
Foreign Currency Contracts Other Current Assets, Other Assets $4.2
 $(0.1) $4.1
 $4.7
 $(0.2) $4.5
               
Offsetting of derivative liabilities
    At March 31, 2019 At September 30, 2018
Description Balance Sheet location Gross amounts of recognized liabilities Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of liabilities presented in the Balance Sheet Gross amounts of recognized liabilities Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of liabilities presented in the Balance Sheet
Foreign Currency Contracts Other Current Liabilities, Other Liabilities $(0.7) $
 $(0.7) $(0.3) $
 $(0.3)


Offsetting of derivative assets
    At December 31, 2017 At September 30, 2017
Description Balance Sheet location Gross amounts of recognized assets Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of assets presented in the Balance Sheet Gross amounts of recognized assets Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of assets presented in the Balance Sheet
Foreign Currency Contracts Other Current Assets, Other Assets $1.0
 $
 $1.0
 $1.1
 $
 $1.1
               
Offsetting of derivative liabilities
    At December 31, 2017 At September 30, 2017
Description Balance Sheet location Gross amounts of recognized liabilities Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of liabilities presented in the Balance Sheet Gross amounts of recognized liabilities Gross amounts offset in the Balance Sheet Net amounts of liabilities presented in the Balance Sheet
Foreign Currency Contracts Other Current Liabilities, Other Liabilities $(4.9) $0.2
 $(4.7) $(6.4) $0.4
 $(6.0)

Fair Value Hierarchy—Accounting guidance on fair value measurements for certain financial assets and liabilities requires that assets and liabilities carried at fair value be classified in one of the following three categories:


Level 1: Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.


Level 2: Observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data.


Level 3: Unobservable inputs reflecting the reporting entity’s own assumptions or external inputs from inactive markets.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)



Under the fair value accounting guidance hierarchy, an entity is required to maximize the use of quoted market prices and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The following table sets forth the Company's financial assets and liabilities, which are carried at fair value, as of DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 20172018 that are measured on a recurring basis during the period, segregated by level within the fair value hierarchy:
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)


 Level 2
Liabilities at estimated fair value:December 31,
2017
 September 30,
2017
Deferred Compensation$(41.8) $(41.0)
Derivatives - Foreign Currency Contracts(3.7) (4.9)
Derivatives - Interest Rate Swap0.7
 (1.3)
Exit lease liability
 (0.3)
Net Liabilities at estimated fair value$(44.8) $(47.5)


 Level 2
Assets/(Liabilities) at estimated fair value:March 31,
2019
 September 30,
2018
Deferred compensation$(27.1) $(29.0)
Derivatives - Foreign Currency contracts3.6
 4.3
Derivatives - Foreign Currency contracts (non-hedge)(0.2) (0.1)
Derivatives - 2017 Interest Rate swap0.9
 
Derivatives - 2018 Interest Rate swap(0.4) 7.7
Derivatives - Zinc contracts0.2
 
Exit lease liability(0.7) (0.6)
Net Liabilities at estimated fair value$(23.7) $(17.7)


Energizer had no Level 1 financial assets or liabilities, other than pension plan assets, and no Level 3 financial assets or liabilities at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and at September 30, 2017.2018.


Due to the nature of cash, and cash equivalents and restricted cash, carrying amounts on the balance sheets approximate estimated fair value. The estimated fair value of cash and cash equivalents has beenwas determined based on level 1 inputs and cash equivalents and restricted cash are determined based on level 2 inputs, respectively.inputs.


At DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, the estimated fair value of the Company's unfunded deferred compensation liability is determined based upon the quoted market prices of investment options that are offered under the plan. The estimated fair value of foreign currency contracts, and interest rate swap and zinc contracts, as described above, is the amount that the Company would receive or pay to terminate the contracts, considering first, quoted market prices of comparable agreements, or in the absence of quoted market prices, such factors as interest rates, currency exchange rates and remaining maturities. The estimated fair value of the exit lease liability was determined based on the discounted cash flows of the remaining lease rentals reduced by estimated sublease rentals that could be reasonably obtained for the property.


At DecemberMarch 31, 2017 and September 30, 2017,2019, the fair market value of fixed rate long-term debt was $610.3 and $615.7, respectively$2,470.4 compared to its carrying value of $2,429.2 and at September 30, 2018, the fair market value of fixed rate long-term debt was $599.2 compared to its carrying value of $600.0. At September 30, 2018, the fair market value of the fixed rate long-term debt held in escrow was $1,274.4 compared to its carrying value $1,254.2. The long term debt held in escrow outstanding at September 30, 2018 was funded in the current quarter and was no longer held in escrow at March 31, 2019. The estimated fair value of the long-term debt is estimated using yields obtained from independent pricing sources for similar types of borrowing arrangements. The estimated fair value of fixed rate long-term debt has been determined based on Level 2 inputs.


(12)(14) Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss)/Income


The following table presents the changes in accumulated other comprehensive (loss)/income (AOCI), net of tax by component:
 Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments (1) Pension Activity Zinc Contracts Foreign Currency Contracts Interest Rate Contracts Total
Balance at September 30, 2018$(113.6) $(136.4) $
 $3.3
 $4.9
 $(241.8)
OCI before reclassifications16.6
 
 0.2
 3.2
 (5.3) 14.7
Reclassifications to earnings
 2.1
 
 (3.7) (0.1) (1.7)
Activity related to discontinued operations
 
 1.3
 
 
 1.3
Balance at March 31, 2019$(97.0)
$(134.3)
$1.5
 $2.8

$(0.5)
$(227.5)
 Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments Pension Activity Hedging Activity Interest Rate Swap Total
Balance at September 30, 2017$(93.1) $(139.4) $(4.5) $(1.8) $(238.8)
OCI before reclassifications7.4
 
 (0.7) 0.9
 7.6
Reclassifications to earnings
 1.2
 1.9
 0.4
 3.5
Balance at December 31, 2017$(85.7) $(138.2) $(3.3) $(0.5) $(227.7)


ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





(1) This component contains non-functional currency translation gains and losses as a result of new intercompany investment balances that are recorded at historical cost on the Battery and Auto Care acquisition date, but are denominated in a currency other than the functional currency of the investment entity.  The non-functional currency movement of these investment balances must be measured and the gain or loss calculated must be recognized within Currency translation adjustment as a component of AOCI.

The following table presents the reclassifications out of AOCI:AOCI to earnings:
For the Quarter Ended December 31, For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31, 
2017 2016 2019 2018 2019 2018 
Details of AOCI Components
Amount Reclassified
from AOCI (1)
Affected Line Item in the Combined Statements of Earnings
Amount Reclassified
from AOCI (1)
 
Amount Reclassified
from AOCI (1)
Affected Line Item in the Combined Statements of Earnings
Gains and losses on cash flow hedgesGains and losses on cash flow hedges  Gains and losses on cash flow hedges      
Foreign exchange contracts$(2.4) $0.5
Other items, net
Interest rate swap(0.5) (0.7)Interest expense
Foreign currency contracts$2.0
 $(1.9) $4.8
 $(4.3)Other items, net
Interest rate contracts0.3
 (0.3) 0.2
 (0.8)Interest expense
(2.9) (0.2)Total before tax2.3
 (2.2) 5.0
 (5.1)(Loss)/earnings before income taxes
0.6
 0.2
Tax benefit(0.6) 0.6
 (1.2) 1.2
Income tax (benefit)/provision
$(2.3) $
Net of tax$1.7
 $(1.6) $3.8
 $(3.9)Net (loss)/earnings
Amortization of defined benefit pension itemsAmortization of defined benefit pension items Amortization of defined benefit pension items     
Actuarial loss(1.5) (2.0)(2)(1.2) (1.8) (2.5) (3.3)(2)
Settlement loss(0.1) 
(2)
 
 
 (0.1)(2)
(1.6) (2.0)Total before tax(1.2) (1.8) (2.5) (3.4)(Loss)/earnings before income taxes
0.4
 0.6
Tax benefit0.2
 0.4
 0.4
 0.8
Income tax (benefit)/provision
$(1.2) $(1.4)Net of tax$(1.0) $(1.4) $(2.1) $(2.6)Net (loss)/earnings
Total reclassifications for the period$(3.5) $(1.4)Net of tax
Total reclassifications to earnings$0.7
 $(3.0) $1.7
 $(6.5)Net (loss)/earnings
(1) Amounts in parentheses indicate debits to Consolidated (Condensed) Statement of Earnings.Earnings and Comprehensive Income.
(2) This AOCI component is included in the computation of net periodic pension (benefit)/cost (see Note 9,11, Pension Plans, for further details).

(15) Supplemental Financial Statement Information

The components of certain income statement accounts are as follows:


For the Quarters Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,


2019
2018 2019 2018
Other items, net



    
Interest income
$(0.7)
$(0.3) $(1.0) $(0.8)
Interest income on restricted cash



 (5.8) 
Foreign currency exchange loss
3.8

2.9
 2.7
 7.0
Pension benefit other than service costs
(0.7)
(1.7) (1.4) (3.4)
Acquisition foreign currency gains



 (9.0) 
Settlement of acquired business hedging contracts
1.5


 1.5
 
Transition services agreement income (0.1) 
 (0.1) 
Other



 
 (0.6)
Total Other items, net
$3.8

$0.9

$(13.1)
$2.2

ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





(13) Supplemental Financial Statement Information

The components of certain balance sheet accounts are as follows:
 March 31, 2019 September 30, 2018
Inventories   
Raw materials and supplies$89.3
 $40.0
Work in process130.2
 86.5
Finished products271.6
 196.6
Total inventories$491.1
 $323.1
Other Current Assets   
Miscellaneous receivables$26.5
 $9.9
Prepaid expenses99.4
 52.2
Value added tax collectible from customers19.1
 20.8
Other8.6
 12.6
Total other current assets$153.6
 $95.5
Property, Plant and Equipment   
Land$9.8
 $4.5
Buildings171.0
 110.8
Machinery and equipment762.9
 696.2
Capital leases50.8
 
Construction in progress22.3
 12.1
Total gross property1,016.8
 823.6
Accumulated depreciation(653.1) (656.9)
Total property, plant and equipment, net$363.7
 $166.7
Other Current Liabilities   
Accrued advertising, sales promotion and allowances$10.2
 $16.5
Accrued trade allowances57.2
 39.4
Accrued salaries, vacations and incentive compensation40.1
 48.8
Accrued interest expense34.3
 27.1
Accrued related party amount34.7
 
Income taxes payable24.0
 23.4
Other115.1
 115.8
Total other current liabilities$315.6
 $271.0
Other Liabilities   
Pensions and other retirement benefits$68.1
 $70.2
Deferred compensation27.1
 29.0
Mandatory transition tax33.1
 33.1
Deferred tax liability248.2
 19.3
Other non-current liabilities47.2
 44.7
Total other liabilities$423.7
 $196.3

 December 31, 2017 September 30, 2017
Inventories   
Raw materials and supplies$42.9
 $36.6
Work in process72.8
 84.8
Finished products160.5
 195.7
Total inventories$276.2
 $317.1
Other Current Assets   
Miscellaneous receivables$11.1
 $13.7
Prepaid expenses47.7
 52.7
Value added tax collectible from customers30.6
 23.4
Other4.3
 5.1
Total other current assets$93.7
 $94.9
Property, Plant and Equipment   
Land$4.6
 $4.6
Buildings123.1
 122.4
Machinery and equipment693.9
 697.9
Construction in progress24.1
 19.4
Total gross property845.7
 844.3
Accumulated depreciation(674.0) (667.8)
Total property, plant and equipment, net$171.7
 $176.5
Other Current Liabilities   
Accrued advertising, sales promotion and allowances$23.2
 $21.8
Accrued trade allowances50.8
 51.1
Accrued salaries, vacations and incentive compensation24.1
 54.4
Income taxes payable29.3
 21.6
Other114.2
 105.7
Total other current liabilities$241.6
 $254.6
Other Liabilities   
Pensions and other retirement benefits$83.9
 $87.7
Deferred compensation41.8
 41.0
Mandatory transition tax27.6
 
Other non-current liabilities52.3
 49.3
Total other liabilities$205.6
 $178.0


(16) Related Party Transactions

On January 28, 2019, the Company completed the Auto Care Acquisition from Spectrum, which included stock consideration of 5.3 million shares of Energizer common stock. As of March 31, 2019, Spectrum owns 7.6% of the Company's outstanding common shares. Refer to Note 12 Shareholders' Equity for additional discussion on the common shares issued to Spectrum.

ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED (CONDENSED) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In millions - Unaudited)





(14)Following the completion of the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions, the Company and Spectrum have entered into transition service agreements (TSA) and reverse TSA. Under the agreements, Energizer and Spectrum will provide each other certain specified back office support services on a transitional basis, including among other things, payroll and other human resource services, information systems as well as accounting support.

The charges for the transition services are generally intended to allow the providing company to fully recover the allocated direct costs of providing the services, plus all out-of-pocket costs and expenses, and including a nominal profit. Energizer anticipates that it will generally be in a position to complete the transition of most services on or before 12 months following the date of the acquisitions.

The Company incurred expense of $5.0 in SG&A and $0.4 in COGS during the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019. The Company also recorded income of $0.1 in Other items, net related to the reverse transaction services agreements provided. Related to these agreements, the Company has a payable of $34.7 in Other current liabilities and a receivable of $11.5 in Other current assets to Spectrum as of March 31, 2019.

The Company also entered into a supply agreement with Spectrum, ancillary to the Auto Care Acquisition that became effective upon the consummation of the acquisition. The supply agreement resulted in expense to the Company of $4.4 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 and had $1.1 in Accounts payable related to these purchases.

In discontinued operations, the Company recorded income of $4.1 million for reverse TSA, and recorded expense of $0.7. In addition, there was a payable due to Spectrum of $9.9 recorded in Liabilities held for sale and a receivable from Spectrum of $8.7 recorded in Assets held for sale as of March 31, 2019.

(17) Legal proceedings/contingencies and other obligations


Legal proceedings/contingencies - The Company and its affiliates are subject to a number of legal proceedings in various jurisdictions arising out of its operations. Many of these legal matters are in preliminary stages and involve complex issues of law and fact, and may proceed for protracted periods of time. The amount of liability, if any, from these proceedings cannot be determined with certainty. We are a party to legal proceedings and claims that arise during the ordinary course of business. We review our legal proceedings and claims, regulatory reviews and inspections and other legal proceedings on an ongoing basis and follow appropriate accounting guidance when making accrual and disclosure decisions. We establish accruals for those contingencies where the incurrence of a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated, and we disclose the amount accrued and the amount of a reasonably possible loss in excess of the amount accrued, if such disclosure is necessary for our financial statements to not be misleading. We do not record liabilities when the likelihood that the liability has been incurred is probable, but the amount cannot be reasonably estimated. Based upon present information, the Company believes that its liability, if any, arising from such pending legal proceedings, asserted legal claims and known potential legal claims which are likely to be asserted, is not reasonably likely to be material to the Company's financial position, results of operations, or cash flows, when taking into account established accruals for estimated liabilities.


In December 2018, the Secretaria Executiva de Meio Ambiente e Gestão Urbana (“SEMAG”) alleged that, during July and August 2018, chemical levels in Spectrum’s wastewater discharge at its facility located in Recife, Brazil exceeded regulatory limits.  The agency proposed a penalty of 2 million reals (approximately $0.5), and Spectrum filed its defense with SEMAG against the imposition of the penalty in January 2019.  In April 2019, the Company received two notices from SEMAG, a re-issuance of the penalty for the alleged violations occurring in July and August 2018 and a notice for alleged wastewater discharge exceedances occurring in October and November 2018.  The agency proposed a penalty of 2.2 million reals (approximately $0.6), and the Company will be filing its defense with the agency against the imposition of this penalty.  Both alleged wastewater exceedances occurred prior to the Battery Acquisition.  Under the terms of the acquisition agreement between the Company and Spectrum, subject to certain deductibles and caps, Spectrum is required to indemnify the Company for certain environmental liabilities, including those arising out of the facility located in Recife, Brazil.

Other obligations - In the ordinary course of business, the Company also enters into supply and service contracts. These contracts can include either volume commitments or fixed expiration dates, termination provisions and other standard contractual considerations. At DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, the Company had approximately $98$41.1 of purchase obligations.


(15) Subsequent Event

On January 15, 2018, the Company entered into a definitive acquisition agreement with Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. to acquire its global battery, lighting, and portable power business for a purchase price of $2,000.0 in cash, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. Energizer intends to fund the acquisition through a combination of existing cash and committed debt facilities, expected to ultimately consist of a new term loan and senior notes. In addition, Energizer intends to maintain its existing senior notes, maturing in 2025. The closing of this transaction is subject to various conditions and regulatory approvals.

The Company is also committed to pay a $100.0 termination fee to Spectrum if the transaction does not close by July 15, 2019, and all conditions precedent to the Company’s obligation to consummate the acquisition have otherwise been satisfied except for one or more of the regulatory approval conditions specified in the acquisition agreement. Success fees are due to the financial adviser of $13.0, of which $2.0 was paid in January with the remainder to be paid subject to the closing of the transaction.

The Company incurred $5.7 in acquisition costs recorded in SG&A expense on the Consolidated Statement of Earnings in the first quarter of 2018 related to this transaction.

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


The following discussion is meant to provide investors with information that management believes helpful in reviewing Energizer’s historical-basis results of operations, operating segment results, and liquidity and capital resources. Statements in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) that are not historical may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You should read the following MD&A in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited) and corresponding notes included herein. This MD&A contains forward-looking statements. The matters discussed in these forward-looking statements are subject to risk, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied in the forward-looking statements. Please see “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 20172018 for a discussion of the uncertainties, risks and assumptions associated with these statements as well as in Item 1A. Risk Factors of this Form 10-Q.
.



All amounts discussed are in millions of U.S. dollars, unless otherwise indicated.


Non-GAAP Financial Measures

The Company reports its financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. ("GAAP"). However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures provide users with additional meaningful comparisons to the corresponding historical or future period. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude items that are not reflective of the Company's on-going operating performance, such as acquisition and integration costs costsand related to the spin,items and the one-time impact of the new U.S. tax legislation. In addition, these measures help investors to see year over year comparability when excluding currency fluctuations, acquisition activity as well as other company initiatives that are not on-going. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures are an enhancement to assist investors in understanding our business and in performing analysis consistent with financial models developed by research analysts. Investors should consider non-GAAP measures in addition to, not as a substitute for, or superior to, the comparable GAAP measures. In addition, these non-GAAP measures may not be the same as similar measures used by other companies due to possible differences in method and in the items being adjusted.


We provide the following non-GAAP measures and calculations, as well as the corresponding reconciliation to the closest GAAP measure:


Segment Profit. This amount represents the operations of our three geographictwo reportable segments including allocations for shared support functions. General corporate and other expenses, Global marketing expenses, R&D expenses, amortizationAmortization expense, interestInterest expense, otherOther items, net and charges related to acquisitionAcquisition and integration and the spin-off have all been excluded from segment profit.


Adjusted Earnings Before Income Taxes, Adjusted Net Earnings From Continuing Operations and Adjusted Diluted Net Earnings From Continuing Operations Per Common Share (EPS). These measures exclude the impact of the costs related to acquisition and integration the spin-off, and the one-time impact of the new U.S. income tax legislation.


Organic. This is the non-GAAP financial measurement of the change in revenue, segment profit or other margins that excludes or otherwise adjusts for the impact of acquisitions, change in Argentina Operations and impact of currency from the changes in foreign currency exchange rates as defined below:

Impact of acquisitions. Energizer completed the Auto Care Acquisition on January 28, 2019, Battery Acquisition on January 2, 2018, and Nu Finish Acquisition on July 2, 2018. These adjustments include the impact of the acquisitions' ongoing operations contributed to each respective income statement caption for the first year's operations directly after the acquisition date. This does not include the impact of acquisition and integration costs associated with any acquisition.
Change in Argentina Operations. The Company is presenting separately all changes in sales and segment profit from our Argentina affiliate due to the designation of the economy as highly inflationary as of July 1, 2018. For presentation purposes, the Company has recast Argentina's prior period operations as well.


Impact of currency. The Company evaluates the operating performance of our Company on a currency neutral basis. The impact of currency is the difference between the value of current year foreign operations at the current period ending USD exchange rate, compared to the value of the current year foreign operations at the prior period ending USD exchange rate.
Adjusted Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) as a percent of sales. Detail for adjusted SG&A as a percent of sales are also supplemental non-GAAP measures. These measures exclude the impact of costs related to acquisition and integration.


Forward-Looking Statements


This document contains both historical and forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts but instead reflect our expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events, including, without limitation, the future sales, gross margins, costs, earnings, cash flows, tax rates and performance of Energizer. These statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words or phrases such as "believe," "expect," "expectation," "anticipate," "may," "could," "intend," "belief," "estimate," "plan," "target," "predict," "likely," "will," "should," "forecast," "outlook," or other similar words or phrases. These statements are not guarantees of performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict and could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. We cannot assure that any of our expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved. The forward-looking statements included in this document are only made as of the date of this document and we disclaim any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. Numerous factors could cause our actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation:


market and economic conditions;

market trends in the categories in which we compete;
our ability to integrate businesses; to realize the projected results of acquisitions of the acquired businesses; and to obtain expected cost savings, synergies and other anticipated benefits of the acquired businesses within the expected timeframe, or at all;
the impact of the acquired businesses on our business operations;
our ability to divest of the Europe-based Varta® consumer battery, chargers, portable power and portable lighting business which serves the Europe, the Middle East and Africa markets;
the success of new products and the ability to continually develop and market new products;
our ability to attract, retain and improve distribution with key customers;
our ability to continue planned advertising and other promotional spending;
our ability to timely execute strategic initiatives, including restructurings, and international go-to-market changes in a manner that will positively impact our financial condition and results of operations and does not disrupt our business operations;
the impact of strategic initiatives, including restructurings, on our relationships with employees, customers and vendors;
our ability to maintain and improve market share in the categories in which we operate despite heightened competitive pressure;
our ability to close the proposed acquisition of the global battery, lighting, and portable power business (the “Business”) of Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (the “Acquisition”), which may be delayed or may not close at all due to the failure to obtain required regulatory approvals, or satisfy other closing conditions;
our ability to obtain financing for the Acquisition on favorable terms;
our ability to acquire and integrate businesses, and to realize the projected results of acquisitions, including our ability to promptly and effectively integrate the Business after the Acquisition has closed, and our ability to obtain expected cost savings, synergies and other anticipated benefits of the Acquisition within the expected timeframe;
the impact of the pending Acquisition on the respective business operations;
our ability to improve operations and realize cost savings;
the impact of foreign currency exchange rates and currency controls, as well as offsetting hedges, including hedges;
the impact of the United Kingdom's referendum vote andKingdom’s announced intention to exit the European Union;
the impact of raw materials and other commodity costs;
the impact of legislative changes or regulatory determinations or changes by federal, state and local, and foreign authorities, including customs and tariff determinations, as well as the impact of potential changes to tax laws, policies and regulations;
costs and reputational damage associated with cyber-attacks or information security breaches or other events;
the impact of advertising and product liability claims and other litigation; and
compliance with debt covenants and maintenance of credit ratings as well as the impact of interest and principal repayment of our existing and any future debt.


In addition, other risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we consider immaterial could affect the accuracy of any such forward-looking statements. The list of factors above is illustrative, but by no means

exhaustive. All forward-looking statements should be evaluated with the understanding of their inherent uncertainty. Additional risks and uncertainties include those detailed from time to time in our publicly filed documents, including those described under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, 201716, 2018 as well as in Item 1A. Risk Factors of this Form 10-Q.


Battery Acquisition


On January 15, 2018,2, 2019, the Company entered into a definitivecompleted its acquisition agreement withof Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. to acquire its’s (Spectrum) global battery, lighting, and portable power business for a contractual purchase price of $2,000.0, in cash, subject to certain purchase price adjustments.adjustments (Battery Acquisition). The Battery Acquisition included the Rayovac® and Varta® brands (Acquired Battery Business). The initial cash paid after contractual and estimated working capital adjustments was $1,956.2. Success fees of $13.0 were earned by financial advisers in January 2019 after closing the acquisition. This was in addition to the $2.0 paid in January 2018 for services rendered on the transaction.

On December 11, 2018, the European Commission approved the acquisition of the Acquired Battery Business conditioned on the divestiture of the Varta® consumer battery, chargers, portable power and portable lighting business in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region (EMEA), including manufacturing and distribution facilities in Germany. Energizer intendswill retain the rights to fundthe Varta brand in Latin America and Asia Pacific, as well as Spectrum’s global Rayovac®-branded consumer and hearing aid batteries business. Energizer began the formal divestiture process immediately after close and expects to complete the divestiture in the beginning of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. The operations of this business have been reported as discontinued operations for the three and six months ended March 31, 2019.

For the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 the revenue associated with the Battery Acquisition was $99.9 and the loss before income taxes was $1.1, which included the inventory fair value adjustment of $14.2.

Auto Care Acquisition

On November 15, 2018, Energizer entered into a definitive acquisition agreement to acquire Spectrum’s global auto care business, including the Armor All®, STP®, and A/C PRO® brands (Acquired Auto Care Business) for a contractual purchase price of $1,250.0, subject to certain purchase price adjustments (Auto Care Acquisition). The contractual purchase price was comprised of $937.5 in cash and $312.5 of newly-issued Energizer common stock to Spectrum.
Success fees of $6.0 were earned by a financial adviser in January 2019 after closing the acquisition on January 28, 2019. This was in addition to the $2.0 paid in November 2018 for services rendered on the transaction.

For the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 the revenue associated with the Auto Care Acquisition was $84.5 and the loss before income taxes was $0.8, which included the inventory fair value adjustment of $13.0.

Nu Finish Acquisition

On July 2, 2018, the Company acquired all of the assets of Reed-Union Corporation's automotive appearance business, including Nu Finish Car Polish and Scratch Doctor brands (Nu Finish Acquisition). The acquisition purchase price of $38.1 was funded through a combination of existing cash on hand and committed debt facilities, expected to ultimately consist of a new term loan and senior notes. In addition, Energizer intends to maintain its existing senior notes, maturing in 2025.facilities. The closing of this transaction is subject to various conditions and regulatory approvals, but is expected by the end of calendar 2018.

The Company is also committed to pay a $100.0 termination fee to Spectrum if the transaction does not close by July 15, 2019, and all conditions precedent to the Company’s obligation to consummate the acquisition have otherwise been satisfied except for one or more of the regulatory approval conditions specifiedrevenue in the acquisition agreement.Success fees are due to the financial adviser of $13.0, of which $2.0 was paid in Januaryquarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 associated with the remainder to be paid subject to the closing of the transaction.Nu Finish Acquisition was $1.9 and $2.9, respectively, and earnings before income taxes was $0.8 for both periods.


Acquisition and Integration Costs

The Company incurred $5.7pre-tax acquisition and integration costs related to the Battery Acquisition, the Auto Care Acquisition, and the Nu Finish Acquisition of $95.4 and $131.9 in the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $19.4 and $25.1 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively.

Pre-tax costs recorded in Costs of products sold were $31.7 for the quarter and the six months ended March 31, 2019 and primarily related to the inventory fair value adjustment of $27.2.

Pre-tax acquisition and integration costs recorded in SG&A were $29.1 and $48.0 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019, respectively, and $16.5 and $22.2 for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, respectively, and primarily related to acquisition success fees and legal, consulting and advisory fees to assist with

obtaining regulatory approval around the globe and to plan for the closing and integration of the Battery Acquisition and Auto Care Acquisition.

Also included in the pre-tax acquisition costs for the quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 was $33.2 and $65.6, respectively, of interest expense, onincluding ticking fees, related to the Consolidated Statementescrowed debt for the Battery Acquisition and the financing fees incurred related to amending and issuing the debt for the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018 included $2.9 related to debt for the Battery Acquisition.

In the quarter ended March 31, 2019, the Company incurred $1.5 of Earnings inexpense to settle hedge contracts of the acquired business and earned income of $0.1 related to transition services agreements. During the first quarter 2019, prior to closing on the Battery Acquisition, the Company held the funds from the escrowed debt offerings in a restricted cash account. The Company recorded a pre-tax gain in Other items, net of 2018$9.0 related to this transaction.the favorable movement in the escrowed USD restricted cash held in our European Euro functional entity during the six months ended March 31, 2019. The Company also recorded interest income in Other items, net of $5.8 earned on the Restricted cash funds held in escrow associated with the Battery Acquisition during the six months ended March 31, 2019.




Highlights / Operating Results


Financial Results (in millions, except per share data)


Energizer reported firstsecond fiscal quarter Net loss from continuing operations of $62.3, or a $0.97 per diluted common share. This compares to Net earnings from continuing operations of $7.8, or $0.13 per diluted common share, in the prior year second fiscal quarter. Adjusted diluted net earnings from continuing operations per common share was $0.20 for the second fiscal quarter as compared to $0.45 in the prior year quarter, a decrease of $60.4,55.6%.
For the six months ended March 31, 2019, Energizer reported Net earnings from continuing operations of $8.5, or $0.98$0.08 per diluted common share. This compares to net earnings from continuing operations of $95.6,$68.2, or $1.52$1.11 per diluted common share in the prior year first fiscal quarter.comparable period. Adjusted diluted net earnings from continuing operations per dilutedcommon share were $1.55was $1.69 for the first fiscal quartersix month period as compared to $1.51$2.01 in the prior year quarter, an increasecomparable period, a decrease of 2.6%15.9%.
Earnings before income taxes, Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations and Diluted EPSnet (loss)/earnings from continuing operations per common share for the time periods presented were impacted by certain items related to spin restructuring costs, acquisition and integration costs and the one-time impact of the new U.S. tax legislation as described in the tables below. The impact of these items are provided below as a reconciliation of Earning before income taxes, Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations and Diluted EPSnet (loss)/earnings from continuing operations per common share to adjusted Earnings before income taxes, adjusted NetAdjusted net earnings from continuing operations and adjusted Diluted EPS,Adjusted diluted net earnings from continuing operations per common share, which are non-GAAP measures. See disclosure on non-GAAP measures above.
  For the Quarters Ended December 31,
(in millions, except per share data) Earnings Before Income Taxes Net Earnings Diluted EPS
  2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016
Reported - GAAP $119.0
 $134.1
 $60.4
 $95.6
 $0.98
 $1.52
Impacts: Expense (Income)            
  Spin restructuring 
 (1.3) 
 (1.0) 
 (0.02)
  Acquisition and integration costs (1) 5.7
 0.8
 4.1
 0.5
 0.07
 0.01
  One-time impact of the new U.S. tax legislation 
 
 31.0
 
 0.50
 
     Adjusted - Non-GAAP (2) $124.7
 $133.6
 $95.5
 $95.1
 $1.55
 $1.51
Weighted average shares - Diluted 

 

 

 
 61.5
 62.9

  For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
  2019 2018 2019 2018
Net (loss)/earnings attributable to common shareholders $(76.6) $7.8
 $(5.8) $68.2
Mandatory preferred stock dividends (3.3) 
 (3.3) 
Net (loss)/earnings (73.3) 7.8
 (2.5) 68.2
Net loss from discontinued operations, net of tax (11.0) 
 (11.0) 
Net (loss)/earnings from continuing operations $(62.3) $7.8
 $8.5
 $68.2
Adjustments        
Pre-tax acquisition and integration (1) 95.4
 19.4
 131.9
 25.1
Tax impact of acquisition and integration charges (16.3) (5.3) (24.9) (6.9)
Acquisition withholding tax (2) 
 5.5
 
 5.5
One-time impact of the new U.S. Tax Legislation 
 0.2
 1.5
 31.2
Adjusted net earnings from continuing operations (3) $16.8
 $27.6
 $117.0
 $123.1
         
  For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
  2019 2018 2019 2018
Diluted net (loss)/earnings per common share - continuing operations $(0.97) $0.13
 $0.08
 $1.11
Adjustments        
Pre-tax acquisition and integration (1) 1.40
 0.32
 1.90
 0.41
Tax impact of acquisition and integration charges (0.24) (0.09) (0.36) (0.11)
Acquisition withholding tax (2) 
 0.09
 
 0.09
One-time impact of the new U.S. Tax Legislation 
 
 0.02
 0.51
Impact for diluted share calculation (4) 0.01
 
 0.05
 $
Adjusted diluted net earnings per diluted share - continuing operations $0.20
 $0.45
 $1.69
 $2.01
Weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted 67.3
 61.1
 64.6
 61.3
Adjusted Weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted (4) 68.3
 61.1
 69.3
 61.3
(1) Amounts were includedThe quarter and six months ended March 31, 2019 includes acquisition and integration costs of $31.7 recorded to Cost of products sold, including $27.2 of Inventory step up related to the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions, $29.1 and $48.0, respectively, recorded to SG&A, $33.2 and $65.6, respectively, recorded to ticking fees and interest expense on escrowed debt, as well as costs of $1.4 and income of $13.4, respectively, to Other items, net related to settlement of acquired business hedging contracts, interest income on restricted cash, foreign currency gains on debt held in escrow. The quarter and six months ended March 31, 2018, includes acquisition and integration costs of $16.5 and $22.2, respectively, recorded to SG&A inand $2.9 recorded to Interest expense.
(2) This represents the unaudited Consolidated Condensed Statement of Earnings and Comprehensive Income.prior year tax withholding expense related to the cash movement to fund the Battery Acquisition.
(2)(3) The effective tax rate for the quartersquarter ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 20162018 for the Adjusted - Non-GAAP Net Earningsearnings from continuing operations and Diluted EPSAdjusted diluted net earnings per common share from continuing operations was 23.4%21.5% and 28.8%25.8%, respectively, as calculated utilizing the statutory rate for where the costs were incurred. The neteffective tax impact associated with the non-GAAP adjustments highlighted in the table was a benefit of $29.4 and zero, respectively,rate for the quarterssix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 2016.2018 for the Adjusted - Non-GAAP Net Earnings from continuing operations and diluted net earnings per common share from continuing operations was 20.9% and 24.0%, respectively, as calculated utilizing the statutory rate for where the costs were incurred.
(4) Adjusted net earnings from continuing operations for the quarter results in net earnings compared to the reported number of a net loss. To calculate the Adjusted diluted net earnings per common share - continuing operations, the Adjusted weighted average shares - diluted factor in diluted performance shares and restricted shares of 1.0 million, which were anti-dilutive on a reported basis.





For the six month calculation, the Adjusted Weighted average shares of common stock - Diluted is assuming conversion of the preferred shares as those results are more dilutive. The shares have been adjusted for the 4.7 million share conversion and the preferred dividend has been adjusted out of the net earnings.
Highlights
Total Net Sales (In millions - Unaudited)Total Net Sales (In millions - Unaudited)Total Net Sales (In millions - Unaudited)    
Quarter Ended December 31, 2017
Quarter and Six Months Ended March 31, 2019Quarter and Six Months Ended March 31, 2019    
Total Net Sales Q1 % Chg Q2 % Chg Six Months % Chg
Net sales - FY '17 $559.6
  
Net sales - FY '18 $374.4
   $947.7
  
Organic 5.9
 1.1% 7.1
 1.9 % 17.0
 1.8 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition 99.9
 26.7 % 99.9
 10.5 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition 84.5
 22.6 % 84.5
 8.9 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition 1.9
 0.5 % 2.9
 0.3 %
Change in Argentina operations (0.9) (0.2)% (4.2) (0.4)%
Impact of currency 7.8
 1.3% (10.5) (2.9)% (19.5) (2.0)%
Net sales - FY '18 $573.3
 2.4%
Net sales - FY '19 $556.4
 48.6 % $1,128.3
 19.1 %
See non-GAAP measure disclosures above.


Net sales were $573.3$556.4 for the firstsecond quarter of 2018,2019, an increase of $13.7$182.0 as compared to the prior year quarter driven by the following items:


Organic net sales were up 1.1%1.9% in the firstsecond fiscal quarter due to the following items:


Favorable pricing across several markets increased net sales by 3%;Pricing and distribution gains contributed 2.2% to the organic increase;


Investments made for our portfolio realignment in the back half of fiscal 2017 benefited our top-line in the first fiscal quarter of 2018 accounting for 0.5%The impact of the organic sales increase;reclassification of licensing revenues contributed 0.8%; and


Partially offsetting the above increases in organic net sales were retailer merchandising changes inwas 1.1% related to volume declines as a result of lapping the U.S. that negatively impacted net sales by 1.3%, lappingfill volume benefits of storm volume fromour prior year of 0.6% and the May 2017 divestiture of the non-core promotional sales business acquired with the auto care acquisition that negatively impacted net sales by 0.5%.portfolio alignment.


FavorableThe positive impact of the acquisitions was $186.3, or 49.8%;

The negative impact due to the change in Argentina operations was $0.9, or 0.2%; and

Unfavorable currency impacts were $7.8,$10.5, or 1.3%2.9%.

Net sales for the six months ended March 31, 2019 were $1,128.3, an increase of 19.1% as compared to the prior year comparative period driven by the following items:

Organic sales increased by 1.8% primarily driven by:

Category growth, pricing and distribution gains contributed 2.0% to the organic increase;

The impact of the reclassification of licensing revenues contributed 0.5%; and

Partially offsetting the above was 0.7% related to volume declines as a result of lapping fill volume benefits of our prior year portfolio alignment.

The positive impact of the acquisitions was $187.3, or 19.7%;

The negative impact due to the change in Argentina operations was $4.2, or 0.4%; and

Unfavorable currency impacts were $19.5, or 2.0%.


Gross margin percentage for the firstsecond fiscal quarter of 20182019 was 48.5%34.9%, which was significantly impacted by the acquisitions, compared to 45.0% in the prior year. Excluding $31.7 from the current year inventory step up resulting from purchase accounting and current year acquisition and integration costs, gross margin was 40.6%, down 440 basis points from prior year, driven by the lower margin rate profile of the acquired businesses and unfavorable movement in foreign currencies. The legacy business was flat to prior year as currency headwinds were offset by the reclassification of currency gains from Other items, net into Cost of products sold, due to the adoption of new accounting guidance in the current fiscal quarter.

Gross margin percentage for the six months ended March 31, 2019 was down 550 basis points. Excluding $31.7 from the current year inventory step up resulting from purchase accounting and current year acquisition and integration costs, gross margin decreased 270 basis points driven by improved pricingthe lower margin rate profile of the acquired businesses and the favorable impact ofunfavorable movement in foreign currency. These itemsdecreases were primarilypartially offset by less favorable overhead absorption versus the prior fiscal quarter andlapping of the investments made in continuous improvement initiatives.initiatives in the prior year and the reclassification of currency gains from Other items, net into Cost of products sold, due to the adoption of new accounting guidance in the second fiscal quarter.


Advertising and sales promotion expense (A&P) was $37.3$24.7, or 4.4% of net sales, in the firstsecond fiscal quarter of 2018,2019, as compared to $20.9, or 6.5%5.6% of net sales, in the prior second fiscal quarter 2018. The legacy business had A&P of $21.2 million, or 5.7% of legacy net sales, an increase of 10 basis points, driven by increased media spending.

A&P was $65.6, or 5.8% of net sales, for the six months ended March 31, 2019, as compared to $34.3,$58.2, or 6.1% of net sales, in the prior period primarily in supportyear comparative period. The legacy business had A&P of portfolio initiatives and holiday programs.$62.1, or 6.6% of legacy net sales, an increase of 50 basis points, driven by increased media spending.

Selling, general, and administrative expense (SG&A) was $99.2$141.3 in the firstsecond fiscal quarter of 2018,2019, or 17.3%25.4% of net sales, as compared to $84.4,$104.2, or 15.1%27.8% of net sales, in the prior period. Included in the firstsecond fiscal quarter of 2019 and 2018 results were costs of $5.7 related to acquisition and integration costs. Included in the prior year quarter results were costs of $0.8 related to acquisition$29.1 and integration costs.$16.5, respectively. Excluding acquisition and integration costs, in both years, SG&A was $93.5, an increase of $9.9 over the prior year due to our current year investments in our continuous improvement initiatives to simplify and streamline our business processes to reduce costs. SG&A, excluding acquisition and integration costs, was 16.3%$112.2, or 20.2% of net sales, as compared to 14.9%$87.7, or 23.4% of net sales, in the prior year.
Research The legacy business, excluding acquisition and Development (R&D) decreased to $5.3, or 0.9%integration costs, as a percent of net sales was 23.4%, or $86.9, flat with the prior year second quarter. The benefit of our continuous improvement initiatives as well as lapping prior year investments in those initiatives was offset by the licensing revenue reclassification to net sales.
SG&A was $245.9 for the quartersix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, or 21.8% of net sales, as compared to $5.8,$203.4 or 1.0%
21.5% of net sales, in the prior year comparative period. Included in the six months ended March 31, 2019 and

2018 results were acquisition and integration costs of $48.0 and $22.2, respectively. Excluding the acquisition and
integration costs, SG&A was $197.9, an increase of $16.7 over the prior year. SG&A, excluding acquisition and integration costs were 17.5% of net sales compared to 19.1% in the prior year, down 160 basis points. The legacy business, excluding acquisition and integration costs, as a percent of net sales was 18.3%, a decrease of $8.6 over the prior year. The benefit of our continuous improvement initiatives as well as lapping prior year investments in those initiatives and lower mark to market expense on our unfunded deferred compensation liability was partially offset by the licensing revenue reclassification to net sales.

Research and Development (R&D) was $8.7, or 1.6% of net sales, for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, as compared to $5.4, or 1.4% of net sales, in the prior year comparative period. For the six months ended March 31, 2019, R&D was $14.2, or 1.3% of net sales, as compared to $10.7, or 1.1% of net sales in the prior year comparative period.
Interest expense was $13.4$77.2 for the firstsecond fiscal quarter of 2018,2019, compared to $13.3$16.5 for the prior year comparative period. The fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2019 expense included $33.2 of interest expense related to issuance fees associated with the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions' debt issued in January 2019. Excluding the acquisition costs in the current year and the prior year of $2.9, the current year interest expense increased $30.4 attributed to higher debt associated with the acquisitions.
Other items, net Interest expense was expense of $1.3$125.4 for the first fiscal quarter of 2018 compared to income of $1.6six months ended March 31, 2019, and $29.9 for the prior year first quarter.comparative period. The six months ended March 31, 2019 expense included $65.6 of interest expense and ticking fees related to the Battery Acquisition and the issuance fees associated with the Battery and Auto Care Acquisition's new debt issued in January 2019. Excluding the acquisition costs in the current year and the prior year of $2.9, the current

year interest expense primarily reflectsincreased $32.8 for the six months ended March 31, 2019, compared to the prior year comparative period driven by higher debt associated with the acquisitions.
Other items, net revaluation losses on nonfunctional currency balance sheet exposureswas expense of $3.8 for the second fiscal quarter of 2019 compared to $0.9 for the prior year second quarter. Other items, net was income of $13.1 and translational hedge losses offset byexpense of $2.2 for the impact ofsix months ended March 31, 2019, respectively.
  For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
  2019 2018 2019 2018
Other items, net        
Interest income $(0.7) $(0.3) $(1.0) $(0.8)
       Interest income on restricted cash (1) 
 
 (5.8) 
Foreign currency exchange (gain)/loss 3.8
 2.9
 2.7
 7.0
       Pension benefit other than service costs (0.7) (1.7) (1.4) (3.4)
Acquisition foreign currency gains (2) 
 
 (9.0) 
Settlement of acquired business hedging contracts (3) 1.5
 
 1.5
 
Transition services agreement income (0.1) 
 (0.1) 
      Other 
 
 
 (0.6)
Total Other items, net $3.8
 $0.9
 $(13.1) $2.2

(1) Represents the interest income non-compensation related pension benefit and transactional hedge gains. The prior fiscal quarter incomeearned on the restricted cash held for the Battery Acquisition.

(2) Gain relates to currency movement in the escrowed USD funds held in our European Euro functional currency entity.

(3) Settlement of $1.6 reflectsacquired business hedging contracts that were terminated upon the net impact of interest income, non-compensation related pension benefit and hedging contract gains offset by revaluation losses on nonfunctional currency balance sheet exposures.  Company's request at the acquisition date.


The effective tax rate was 49.2% in the first three months of the current fiscal year46.9% as compared to 28.7%50.1% for the prior year comparative period. The current rate includes $1.5 for the one-time impact of U.S. tax legislation passed in December 2017 and the impact of disallowed transaction costs resulting from of the acquisitions, which drove a higher tax rate. The prior year rate includes a $31.0 charge$31.2 million for the one-time impact of the new U.S. tax legislation passed in December 2017.2017 and the impact of tax withholding expense related to the cash movement that occurred to fund the Battery Acquisition. Excluding the impact of our non-GAAPNon-GAAP adjustments, the year to date tax rate was 23.4%20.9% as compared to 28.8%,24.0% in the prior year. The decrease in the rate is driven by the U.S. tax legislation and takes into account the new 21% statutory U.S. rate that is now effective for all of fiscal year 2019 compared to the statutory rate of 24.5% in fiscal year 2018.

Spin Costs

There were no costs associated with the spin transaction recorded in the first fiscal quarter of 2018 as the project has been completed. During the quarter ended December 31, 2016, the Company recorded $1.3 in income in spin restructuring. On a project to date basis, the total costs incurred or allocated to Energizer for the spin were $197.6, inclusive of the costs of early debt retirement recorded in fiscal 2015. We do not expect any additional costs related to spin.


Segment Results


Operations for Energizer are managed via threetwo major geographic reportable segments: Americas (North America and Latin America), Europe, Middle East and Africa (“EMEA”), and Asia Pacific.

International. Segment performance is evaluated based on segment operating profit, exclusive of general corporate expenses, share-based compensation costs, costs associated with restructuring initiatives, acquisition and integration activities, amortization costs, business realignment activities, research & development costs and other items determined to be corporate in nature. Financial items, such as interest income and expense, are managed on a global basis at the corporate level. The exclusion of substantially all acquisition integration, restructuring and realignmentintegration costs from segment results reflects management’s view on how it evaluates segment performance.


Energizer’s operating model includes a combination of standalone and shared business functions between the geographic segments, varying by country and region of the world. Shared functions include, but are not limited to, IT, procurement and finance. Energizer applies a fully allocated cost basis, in which shared business functions are allocated between segments. Such allocations are estimates, and do not represent the costs of such services if performed on a standalone basis. This structure is the basis for Energizer's reportable operating segments information, as included in the tables in Note 6,8, Segments, to the unaudited Consolidated Condensed(Condensed) Financial Statements for the quarterperiods ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017.

2019. Segment sales and profitabilitySegment profit analysis for the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 are presented below.





Net Sales (In millions)
Quarter and Six Months Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019
Quarter Ended December 31, 2017Quarter Ended March 31, 2019 Six Months Ended March 31, 2019
$ Change% Chg$ Change% Chg $ Change% Chg
Americas       
Net sales - FY '17$365.1
 
Net sales - FY '18$224.1
  $597.2
 
Organic7.2
2.0 %2.0
0.9 % 6.7
1.1 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition78.1
34.9 % 78.1
13.1 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition77.9
34.8 % 77.9
13.0 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition1.8
0.8 % 2.8
0.5 %
Change in Argentina(0.9)(0.4)% (4.2)(0.7)%
Impact of currency0.8
0.2 %(1.4)(0.7)% (3.4)(0.6)%
Net Sales - FY '18$373.1
2.2 %
Net Sales - FY '19$381.6
70.3 % $755.1
26.4 %
       
EMEA  
Net sales - FY '17$114.7
 
International     
Net sales - FY '18$150.3
  $350.5
 
Organic(3.0)(2.6)%5.1
3.4 % 10.3
2.9 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition21.8
14.5 % 21.8
6.2 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition6.6
4.4 % 6.6
1.9 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition0.1
0.1 % 0.1
 %
Impact of currency5.9
5.1 %(9.1)(6.1)% (16.1)(4.5)%
Net Sales - FY '18$117.6
2.5 %
  
Asia Pacific  
Net sales - FY '17$79.8
 
Organic1.7
2.1 %
Impact of currency1.1
1.4 %
Net Sales - FY '18$82.6
3.5 %
Net Sales - FY '19$174.8
16.3 % $373.2
6.5 %
       
Total Net Sales       
Net sales - FY '17$559.6
 
Net sales - FY '18$374.4
  $947.7
 
Organic5.9
1.1 %7.1
1.9 % 17.0
1.8 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition99.9
26.7 % 99.9
10.5 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition84.5
22.6 % 84.5
8.9 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition1.9
0.5 % 2.9
0.3 %
Change in Argentina(0.9)(0.2)% (4.2)(0.4)%
Impact of currency7.8
1.3 %(10.5)(2.9)% (19.5)(2.0)%
Net Sales - FY '18$573.3
2.4 %
Net Sales - FY '19$556.4
48.6 % $1,128.3
19.1 %


Results for the Quarter Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019


Americas reported a net sales increase of 2.2%70.3%. Excluding acquisitions, which was positively impacted net sales by $157.8, or 70.4% and foreign currency of 0.8,$1.4, or 0.2%. Organic0.7% and Argentina operations of $0.9, or 0.4%, which negatively impacted net sales, increased 2.0% due primarily to price increasesorganic net sales growth was 0.9% for the second fiscal quarter. The organic increase was driven by category growth, distribution gains and the favorable net impact of the reclassification of licensing revenues.

International reported a net sales increase of 16.3%. Excluding acquisitions, which positively impacted net sales by $28.5, or 19.0% and foreign currency of $9.1, or 6.1%, which negatively impacted net sales, organic net sales growth was 3.4% for the second fiscal quarter. The organic increase was driven by strong volumes in our portfolio optimization.modern markets and the reclassification of licensing income.


Results for the Six Months Ended March 31, 2019

Americas reported net sales improved 26.4%. The acquisitions positively impacted net sales by $158.8, or 26.6%. These amountsincreases were partially offset by the retailer merchandising changes, lappingdecline in Argentina operations of storm volume$4.2, or 0.7%, and the May 2017 divestiture of the non-core promotional sales business acquired with the auto care acquisition.

EMEA reported net sales increased 2.5% positively impacted by foreign currency of 5.1%. Organic net sales decreased by 2.6% driven by the shift of holiday orders into the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017.

Asia Pacific reported net sales increased by 3.5%, including the positivenegative impact of foreign currency of 1.4%$3.4, or 0.6%. OrganicExcluding these items, organic net sales increased 2.1%1.1% driven by price increases takencategory growth, distribution gains and the reclassification of licensing income. These gains were slightly offset by increased retailer promotional activity and unfavorable mix in several markets.the first fiscal quarter.


International reported net sales improved 6.5%. This growth was driven by the positive impact of the acquisitions of $28.5, or 8.1% partially offset by the negative impact of foreign currency of $16.1, or 4.5%. Excluding these items, organic net sales increased 2.9% resulting from strong volumes in both our developed and modern markets, pricing actions and the reclassification of licensing income.

Segment Profit (In millions)
Quarter and Six Months Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019
Quarter Ended December 31, 2017Quarter Ended March 31, 2019 Six Months Ended March 31, 2019
$ Change% Chg$ Change% Chg $ Change% Chg
Americas       
Segment Profit - FY '17$123.1
 
Segment Profit - FY '18$55.7
  $178.8
 
Organic(0.5)(0.4)%1.7
3.1 % (2.5)(1.4)%
Impact of Battery Acquisition7.1
12.7 % 7.1
4.0 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition24.0
43.1 % 24.0
13.4 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition1.5
2.7 % 2.0
1.1 %
Change in Argentina(0.4)(0.7)% (2.3)(1.3)%
Impact of currency0.5
0.4 %(0.9)(1.7)% (2.3)(1.3)%
Segment Profit - FY '19$88.7
59.2 % $204.8
14.5 %
     
International     
Segment Profit - FY '18$123.1
 %$34.1
  $83.3
 
  
EMEA  
Segment Profit - FY '17$26.1
 
Organic(4.5)(17.2)%1.9
5.6 % 13.0
15.6 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition6.0
17.6 % 6.0
7.2 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition0.7
2.1 % 0.7
0.8 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition
 % 
 %
Impact of currency3.9
14.9 %(6.3)(18.6)% (12.0)(14.4)%
Segment Profit - FY '18$25.5
(2.3)%
  
Asia Pacific  
Segment Profit - FY '17$24.7
 
Organic(1.5)(6.1)%
Impact of currency0.5
2.1 %
Segment Profit - FY '18$23.7
(4.0)%
Segment Profit - FY '19$36.4
6.7 % $91.0
9.2 %
       
Total Segment Profit       
Segment Profit - FY '17$173.9
 
Segment Profit - FY '18$89.8
  $262.1
 
Organic(6.5)(3.7)%3.6
4.0 % 10.5
4.0 %
Impact of Battery Acquisition13.1
14.6 % 13.1
5.0 %
Impact of Auto Care Acquisition24.7
27.5 % 24.7
9.4 %
Impact of Nu Finish Acquisition1.5
1.7 % 2.0
0.8 %
Change in Argentina(0.4)(0.4)% (2.3)(0.9)%
Impact of currency4.9
2.8 %(7.2)(8.1)% (14.3)(5.4)%
Segment Profit - FY '18$172.3
(0.9)%
Segment Profit - FY '19$125.1
39.3 % $295.8
12.9 %
Refer to Note 6,8, Segments, in the unaudited Condensed Consolidated (Condensed) Financial Statements for a reconciliation from segment profit to (Loss)/earnings before income taxes.

Results for the Quarter Ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019


Global reported segment profit declinedimproved by $1.6,$35.3, or 0.9%39.3%. Excluding the favorable movement inSegment profit was negatively impacted by foreign currencies of $4.9,$7.2 and the change in Argentina operations of $0.4. The acquisitions had a positive impact on segment profit of $39.3. Excluding these impacts, organic segment profit decreased $6.5,increased $3.6, or 3.7%4.0%, in the current fiscal period. Top-lineThe increase was driven by top-line organic growth, partially offset by slightly increased A&P spending.

Americas reported segment profit improved by $33.0, or 59.2%. The increase was driven by the acquisitions which contributed $32.6, or 58.5%. The change in Argentina operations had a negative impact on segment profit of $0.4, or 0.7%, while the unfavorable impact from foreign currency was $0.9. Excluding these items, organic segment profit increased by $1.7, or 3.1%, as top-line organic growth was partially offset by slightly higher overhead spending.

International reported segment profit improved $2.3, or 6.7%. Excluding the unfavorable movement in foreign currencies of $6.3 and the positive impact of the acquisitions of $6.7, organic segment profit increased $1.9, or 5.6%, driven by top-line growth in the quarter and the benefit of our continuous improvement initiatives as well as lapping prior year investments in those initiatives. These increases were partially offset by higher overhead and A&P spending.

Results for the Six Months Ended March 31, 2018

Global reported segment profit improved by $33.7, or 12.9%. Excluding the unfavorable movement in foreign currencies of $14.3, positive impact of acquisitions of $39.8, and the negative impact of Argentina operations of $2.3, organic segment profit increased $10.5, or 4.0%, in the current fiscal period. This increase was the result of top-line organic growth and the benefit of our continuous improvement initiatives as well as lapping prior year investments in those initiatives. These increases were partially offset by higher A&P spending.

Americas reported segment profit improved by $26.0, or 14.5%, compared to the prior period. Excluding the
unfavorable movement in foreign currencies of $2.3, the decline in Argentina operations of $2.3, and the positive impact of the acquisitions of $33.1, organic segment profit decreased by $2.5, or 1.4%, in the current fiscal period as the increase in gross profit was more than offset by increaseshigher A&P driven by the timing of media spending and slightly higher overheads.

International reported segment profit improved by $7.7, or 9.2%, compared to the prior period. Excluding the unfavorable movement in SG&A due toforeign currencies of $12.0, and the positive impact from the acquisitions of $6.7, organic segment profit increased by $13.0, or 15.6% in the current fiscal period driven by top-line growth, the benefit of our continuous improvement initiatives to simplify and streamline our business processes to reduce costs and higher A&P spending related to our portfolio optimization and holiday programs.

Americas reported segment profit remained flat compared to the prior period inclusive of the positive impact from foreign currency of $0.5. Organic segment profit decreased by $0.5 as top-line growth was fully offset by increased A&P spending in support of portfolio initiatives and holiday programs.

EMEA reported segment profit declined $0.6 inclusive of the positive impact from foreign currency of $3.9. Organic segment profit decreased by $4.5 driven by the decrease in sales due to the shift of holiday orders into the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017 as well as increased overhead spending due to currentlapping prior year investments in our continuous improvement initiatives.those initiatives and favorable overheads versus the prior year comparative period.

Asia Pacific reported segment profit decreased $1.0. Excluding the favorable impact from foreign currency of $0.5, organic segment profit declined by $1.5 as top-line growth was more than offset by increased overhead spending due to current year investments in our continuous improvement initiatives.



General Corporate and Global Marketing Expenses
For the Quarter Ended December 31,For the Quarter Ended March 31, For the Six Months Ended March 31,
2017 20162019 2018 2019 2018
General corporate and other expenses$21.6
 $17.2
$29.7
 $24.7
 $48.4
 $46.3
Global marketing expense3.2
 3.0
6.4
 5.2
 9.5
 8.4
General corporate and global marketing expense$24.8
 $20.2
$36.1
 $29.9
 $57.9
 $54.7
% of Net Sales4.3% 3.6%6.5% 8.0% 5.1% 5.8%


For the quarter ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, general corporate and other expenses were $21.6,$29.7, an increase of $4.4$5.0 as compared to the prior year comparative periodperiod. The legacy business accounted for $22.7, a decrease of $2.0 compared to the prior year. The decreases were due to increasedlower compensation costs and higher mark to market expense on our unfunded deferred compensation liability.liability in the current year offset by the lapping of a reduction in legal reserves in the prior year fiscal quarter.

For the six months ended March 31, 2019, general corporate and other expenses were $48.4, an increase of $2.1 as compared to the prior year comparative period. The legacy business accounted for $41.4, a decrease of $4.9 compared to the prior year. The decreases were due to lower compensation costs and mark to market expense on our unfunded deferred compensation liability in the current year partially offset by the lapping of a reduction in legal reserves in the prior year second quarter.

For the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, respectively, global marketing expenses were $3.2$6.4 and $9.5 compared to $3.0$5.2 and $8.4 in the prior year comparative periods. The global marketing expense represents a center led approach to managing global marketing activities in support of our brands.


Liquidity and Capital Resources


Energizer’s primary future cash needs will be centered on operating activities, working capital, strategic investments and strategic investments.debt reductions. We believe that our future cash from operations, together with our access to capital markets, will provide adequate resources to fund our operating and financing needs. Our access to, and the availability of, financing on acceptable terms in the future will be affected by many factors, including: (i) our credit rating, (ii) the liquidity of the overall capital markets and (iii) the current state of the economy. There can be no assurances that we will continue to have access to capital markets on terms acceptable to us. See the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 20172018 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, 2017 as well as in16, 2018 and Item 1A.1A Risk Factors of this Form 10-Q.
 
Cash is managed centrally with net earnings reinvested locally and working capital requirements met from existing liquid funds. At DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, Energizer had $454.3$332.9 of cash and cash equivalents, substantially allapproximately 70% of which was held outside of the U.S. Given our extensive international operations, a significant portion of our cash is denominated in foreign currencies. We manage our worldwide cash requirements by reviewing available funds among the many subsidiaries through which we conduct our business and the cost effectiveness with which those funds can be accessed. The repatriation of cash balances from certain of our subsidiaries could have adverse tax consequences or be subject to regulatory capital requirements; however, those balances are generally available without legal restrictions to fund ordinary business operations.


TheOn December 17, 2018, the Company hasentered into a $350.0 senior securedcredit agreement which provided for a 5-year $400.0 revolving credit facility (Revolving(2018 Revolving Facility) which matures in 2020. Borrowings under the Revolving Facility. The borrowings will bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the option of the Company, LIBOR or the Base Rate (as defined) plus the applicable margin based on total Company leverage. The new credit agreement also contains customary affirmative and restrictive covenants. As of DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, the Company had $87.5no outstanding borrowings under the 2018 Revolving Facility and had $7.6 of outstanding letters of credit.

On January 2, 2019, the Company completed the Battery Acquisition and paid cash consideration of $1,918.4, net of cash acquired. The Company utilized the proceeds of two senior note offerings due in 2026 of $500.0 at 6.375% and €650.0 at 4.625% as well as the proceeds of $1,200.0 of borrowings under a $200.0 3-year term loan A facility and $1,000.0 7-year term loan B facility. The term loan borrowings bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the option of the Company, LIBOR or the Base Rate (as defined) plus the applicable margin based on total Company leverage. The proceeds from the borrowings were utilized to fund the Battery Acquisition, repay borrowings under the Term Loan due in 2022 and outstanding under the Revolving Facility, and had $6.7pay acquisition related costs including debt issuance costs.

On January 17, 2019, the Company finalized pricing of outstanding letters$600.0 million in senior notes due in 2027 at 7.750% (2027 Notes), which were issued by wholly-owned subsidiaries. The 2027 Notes priced at 100% of credit. Taking into account outstanding letters of credit, $255.8 remains available as of December 31, 2017.

Subsequent to the quarter,principal amount and the offering closed concurrently with the Auto Care Acquisition on January 15, 2018,28, 2019.

On January 28, 2019, the Company entered into a definitive acquisition agreement with Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. to acquire its global battery, lighting,completed the Auto Care Acquisition and portable power business for a purchase pricepaid cash consideration of $2,000.0$935.4, net of cash acquired, and equity consideration of $240.5. The Company utilized the proceeds of the 2027 Notes as well as the net proceeds of $404.8 from issuance of common stock and Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock in cash, subject to certain purchase price adjustments. Energizer intendsJanuary 2019 to fund the acquisition through a combination of existing cash and committed debt facilities, expected to ultimately consist of a new term loan and senior notes. In addition, Energizer intends to maintain its existing senior notes, maturing in 2025. The closing of this transaction is subject to various conditions and regulatory approvals.

The Company is also committed to pay a $100.0 termination fee to Spectrum if the transaction does not close by July 15, 2019, and all conditions precedent to the Company’s obligation to consummate the acquisition have otherwise been satisfied except for one or moreconsideration of the regulatory approval conditions specified inAuto Care Acquisition and pay acquisition related costs including debt issuance costs and the acquisition agreement. Success fees are due to the financial adviser of $13.0, of which $2.0 was paid in January with the remainder to be paid subject to the closing of the transaction.capped call transactions.



Operating Activities


Cash flow from operating activities from continuing operations was $141.0$13.0 in the threesix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, as compared to $91.8$160.6 in the prior year comparative period. The increaseThis change of $147.6 was primarily driven by thelower year over year improvement innet earnings resulting from cash expenditures associated with the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions, most notably the payment of interest and ticking fees associated with the Term Loan facility that was utilized to fund the Battery Acquisition and the fees paid related to the issuance of the bonds to fund the Auto Care Acquisition.

Working capital changes also negatively impacted cash flow from operations year over year as working capital changed by approximately $80. The largest impact was related to the increase in accounts receivable of $38.5. Accounts receivable was the main driverapproximately $44 in the working capital improvement asnewly acquired Auto Care business since the strong operating performanceacquisition date. Prior to closing, the business factored its receivables through various arrangements which were in part paused or terminated upon close, but will be reinstated in the lastthird quarter of fiscal 2017, largely driven by hurricane activity in2019. In addition, the U.S., distribution gains in international markets and timing of holiday activityAuto Care business is entering into its peak season which resulted in higher collections in the first fiscal quarter of 2018 as compared to 2017.accounts receivable.


Investing Activities


Net cash used by investing activities from continuing operations was $5.5$2,424.4 and $0.6$11.3 in threesix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 2016,2018, respectively, and consisted of the following:


Capital expenditures of $5.5$20.7 and $4.9$11.3 in the threesix months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and 2016,2018, respectively. These capital expenditures were funded by

Acquisitions, net of cash flowacquired was $2,403.8 in the six months ended March 31, 2019. This included $1,468.4 for the Battery Acquisition and $935.4 for the cash portion of the Auto Care Acquisition. Net cash from operations.

The prior year expenditures were partially offset by proceeds fromdiscontinued operations includes the sale of assets of $4.3 relatedremaining $450.0 currently allocated to the salepurchase of two previously closed facilities.the Divestment Business.


Investing cash outflows of approximately $30$60 to $35$65 are anticipated for the full fiscal year 20182019 for capital expenditures relating to capital integration for the Battery and Auto Care Acquisitions, as well as maintenance, product development and cost reduction initiatives. Total capital expenditures are expected to be financed with funds generated from operations.initiatives on the legacy business.


Financing Activities


Net cash from financing activities from continuing operations was $1,439.3 for the six months ended March 31, 2019 as compared to net cash used by financing activities was $63.9 for the three months ended December 31, 2017 as compared to $63.2from continuing operations of $45.4 in the prior fiscal year comparative period. For threethe six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, cash flowfrom financing activities from continuing operations consists of the following:

Cash proceeds from issuance of debt with original maturities greater than 90 days of $1,800.0 related to the funding of the Term Loans and the bonds utilized to fund the acquisitions;

Net proceeds from the issuance of common stock of $205.3 utilized to fund the Auto Care Acquisition;

Net proceeds from the issuance of Mandatory Preferred Convertible Stock of $199.5 utilized to fund the Auto Care Acquisition;

Payments of debt with maturities greater than 90 days of $438.4, primarily related to the repayment of our Term Loan due in 2022 and an additional $50.0 payment on the 2018 Term Loan A;

Net decrease in debt with original maturities of 90 days or less of $239.1, primarily related to repayment of borrowings on our 2015 Revolving Facility;

Dividends paid of $40.8 (see below);

Debt issuance costs of $40.1; and

Taxes paid for withheld share-based payments of $7.1.

For the six months ended March 31, 2018, cash used by financing activities consistsfrom continuing operations consisted of the following:


Dividends paid of $35.0;

Net increase in debt with original maturities of 90 days or less of $6.5;$43.4;

Dividends paid of $17.6 (see below);


Common stock repurchases of $50.0 at an average price of $44.41 per share (see below);share;


Taxes paid for withheld share-based payments of $1.8; and

Payments of debt with maturities greater than 90 days of $1.0.

For the three months ended December 31, 2016, cash used by financing activities consisted of the following:

Net decrease in debt with original maturities of 90 days or less of $27.9, primarily related to the repayment of
borrowings on our Revolving Facility;

Dividends paid of $18.1;

Common stock repurchases of $8.1 at an average price of $44.43 per share;

Taxes paid for withheld share-based payments of $8.1; and


Payments of debt with maturities greater than 90 days of $1.0.$2.0.



Dividends


On November 13, 2017,12, 2018, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend for the first quarter of fiscal 20182019 of $0.29$0.30 per share of common stock. The dividend was paid on December 14, 201713, 2018 to shareholders onof record as of November 30, 20172018 and totaled $17.3.$18.0.

On January 28, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend for the second quarter of 2019 of $0.30 per share of common stock. The incremental dividend paymentswas paid on March 18, 2019, to shareholders of $0.3 made in the first three monthsrecord as of 2018 were related to restricted stock awards that vested during November 2017.February 25, 2019 and totaled $21.0.


Subsequent to the end of the fiscal quarter, end, on JanuaryApril 29, 2018,2019, the Board of Directors declared a dividend for the second
third quarter of 20182019 of $0.29$0.30 per share of common stock, payable on June 10, 2019, to all shareholders of record
as of the close of business May 21, 2019.

On January 28, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $1.8333 per share of MCPS. The dividend was paid on April 15, 2019 and totaled $3.9. Through March 13, 201831, 2019, the Company had accrued $3.3 of the dividend based on the number of days the shares were outstanding in the quarter.

Subsequent to the end of the fiscal quarter, on April 29, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.875 per share of MCPS, payable on July 15, 2019, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business February 20, 2018.July 1, 2019.


Share Repurchases


In July 2015, the Company's Board of Directors approved an authorization for the Company to acquire up to 7.5 million shares of its common stock. DuringThere were no shares repurchased during the threefirst six months ended December 31, 2017, the Company repurchased 1,126,379 shares at an average price of $44.41 per share, or $50.0, under this authorization.fiscal 2019. Future share repurchase,repurchases, if any, will be determined by the Company based on its evaluation of the market conditions, capital allocation objectives, legal and regulatory requirements and other factors.


From July 2015 and through the date of this filing, a total of 3.33.7 million shares were repurchased on the open market at an average price of $42.17$44.03 under the current share repurchase authorization. At January 31, 2018,May 7, 2019, the date of this filing, 4.23.8 million shares remain available for repurchase.


Other Matters


Environmental Matters


Accrued environmental costs at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 were $5.2.$7.1. It is difficult to quantify with certainty the cost of environmental matters, particularly remediation and future capital expenditures for environmental control equipment. Total environmental capital expenditures and operating expenses are not expected to have a material effect on our total capital and operating expenditures, earnings or competitive position. However, current environmental spending estimates could be modified as a result of changes in our plans or our understanding of underlying facts, changes in legal requirements, including any requirements related to global climate change, or other factors.


Contractual Obligations


A summary of Energizer's significant contractual obligations at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 is showshown below:
TotalLess than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 yearsMore than 5 yearsTotalLess than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 yearsMore than 5 years
Long term debt, including current maturities$991.0
$4.0
$8.0
$379.0
$600.0
Long-term debt, including current maturities$3,579.2
$10.0
$170.0
$20.0
$3,379.2
Interest on long-term debt (1)310.3
27.2
94.0
90.1
99.0
1,422.5
198.3
389.3
380.8
454.1
Notes payable110.5
110.5



8.2
8.2



Operating leases55.0
9.4
20.4
8.1
17.1
199.1
26.0
40.3
18.4
114.4
Pension plans (2)7.7
7.7



Purchase obligations and other (3)98.2
48.6
49.6


Capital leases (2)96.8
4.8
9.5
9.9
72.6
Pension plans (3)1.2
1.2



Purchase obligations and other (4)41.1
33.7
7.4


Mandatory transition tax30.0
2.6
4.7
9.2
13.5
33.1
2.9
5.7
8.3
16.2
Total$1,602.7
$210.0
$176.7
$486.4
$729.6
$5,381.2
$285.1
$622.2
$437.4
$4,036.5


(1) The above table is based upon the debt balance and LIBOR rate as of DecemberMarch 31, 2017. In March 2017,2019. Energizer entered intohas an interest rate swap agreement with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on $200 of Energizer's variable rate debt through June 2022 at an interest rate of 2.03% and an interest rate swap agreement that the fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on $400 of variable rate debt at 2.47%.
(2) Capital lease payments include the full capital leases obligation of $47.9 as well as the interest included in the payment of $48.9.
(3) Globally, total expected pension contributions for the Company for fiscal year 20182019 are estimated to be $8.9.$4.8. The Company has made payments of $1.2$3.6 year to date. The projected payments beyond fiscal year 20182019 are not currently estimable.
(3)(4) Included in the table above are future purchase commitments for goods and services which are legally binding and that specify all significant terms including price and/or quantity.



Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk


Market Risk Sensitive Instruments and Positions


The market risk inherent in the Company's financial instruments’ positions represents the potential loss arising from adverse changes in currency rates, commodity prices and interest rates. The following risk management discussion and the estimated amounts generated from the sensitivity analysis are forward-looking statements of market risk assuming certain adverse market conditions occur. The Company's derivatives are used only for identifiable exposures, and we have not entered into hedges for trading purposes where the sole objective is to generate profits.


Derivatives Designated as Cash Flow Hedging Relationships


A significant share of Energizer's product cost is more closely tied to the U.S. dollar than to the local currencies in which the product is sold. As such, a weakening of currencies relative to the U.S. dollar results in margin declines unless mitigated through pricing actions, which are not always available due to the economic or competitive environment. Conversely, strengthening of currencies relative to the U.S. dollar can improve reported results. The primary currencies to which Energizer is exposed include the Euro, the British pound, the Canadian dollar and the Australian dollar. However, the Company also has significant exposures in many other currencies which, in the aggregate, may have a material impact on the Company's operations.


The Company has entered into a series of forward currency contracts to hedge the cash flow uncertainty of forecasted payment of inventory purchases due to short term currency fluctuations. Energizer’s foreign affiliates, which have the largest exposure to U.S. dollar purchases, have the Euro, the British pound, the Canadian dollar and the Australian dollar as their local currencies. These foreign currencies represent a significant portion of Energizer's foreign currency exposure. At DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 and September 30, 2017,2018, Energizer had an unrealized pre-tax lossgain of $4.2$3.6 and $5.8,$4.3, respectively, on these forward currency contracts accounted for as cash flow hedges, included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Unaudited Condensed Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheets. Assuming foreign exchange rates versus the U.S. dollar remain at DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 levels over the next twelve months, $4.1$3.5 of

the pre-tax lossgain included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss at DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, is expected to be includedrecognized in earnings. Contract maturities for these hedges extend into fiscal year 2019.2020.


Derivatives Not Designated as Cash Flow Hedging Relationships


Energizer's foreign subsidiaries enter into internal and external transactions that create nonfunctional currency balance sheet positions at the foreign subsidiary level. These exposures are generally the result of intercompany purchases, intercompany loans and to a lesser extent, external purchases, and are revalued in the foreign subsidiary’s local currency at the end of each period. Changes in the value of the non-functional currency balance sheet positions in relation to the foreign subsidiary’s local currency results in an exchange gain or loss recorded in Other items, net on the Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Comprehensive Income. The primary currency to which Energizer’s foreign subsidiaries are exposed is the U.S. dollar.


The Company enters into foreign currency derivative contracts which are not designated as cash flow hedges for accounting purposes to hedge balance sheet exposures. Any gains or losses on these contracts are expected to be offset by exchange gains or losses on the underlying exposures, thus they are not subject to significant market risk. The change in estimated fair value of the foreign currency contracts for the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 resulted in income of $0.3$0.1 and expense$1.1, respectively, and income of $1.9$1.0 and $1.3 for the quarter and six months ended DecemberMarch 31, 20162018, respectively, and was recorded in Other items, net on the unaudited Consolidated (Condensed) Statements of Earnings and Comprehensive Income (Condensed).Income.


Commodity Price Exposure


The Company uses raw materials that are subject to price volatility. TheAt times, the Company has used, and may in the future use,uses hedging instruments to reduce exposure to variability in cash flows associated with future purchases of certain raw materials and commodities. At December

In February 2019, the Company entered into a hedging contract on zinc purchases. This contract was determined to be a cash flow hedge and qualified for hedge accounting. The pre-tax gain recognized on this zinc contract was $0.2 at March 31, 2017,2019, and was included in Accumulated other comprehensive income on the Consolidated (Condensed) Balance Sheet. The contract maturity for this hedge extends into 2020 and there were nowas one open derivative or hedging instruments for future purchasescontract at March 31, 2019, with a total notional value of raw materials or commodities.approximately $7. 
 

Interest Rate Exposure


The Company has interest rate risk with respect to interest expense on variable rate debt. At DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, Energizer had variable rate debt outstanding with an originala principal balance of $400.0$1,150.0 under the 2018 Term Loan.Loans. In March 2017, the Company also entered into an interest rate swap agreement with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on $200.0 of Energizer's variable rate debt through June 2022 at an interest rate of 2.03%. In February 2018, the Company entered into a forward starting interest rate swap with an effective date of October 1, 2018, with one major financial institution that fixed the variable benchmark component (LIBOR) on additional variable rate debt of $400.0 at an interest rate of 2.47%. Beginning April 1, 2019, the notional amount decreases $50.0 each quarter until its termination date of December 31, 2020.

For the quarter ended DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, our weighted average interest rate on variable rate debt, inclusive of the interest rate swap, was 3.42%4.94%.

Argentina Currency Exposure and Hyperinflation

Effective July 1, 2018, the financial statements for our Argentina subsidiary were consolidated under the rules
governing the translation of financial information in a highly inflationary economy. Under U.S. GAAP, an economy is
considered highly inflationary if the cumulative inflation rate for a three year period meets or exceeds 100 percent. The Argentina economy exceeded the three year cumulative inflation rate of 100 percent as of June 2018. If a subsidiary is considered to be in a highly inflationary economy, the financial statements of the subsidiary must be remeasured into the Company’s reporting currency (U.S. dollar) and future exchange gains and losses from the remeasurement of monetary assets and liabilities are reflected in current earnings, rather than exclusively in the equity section of the balance sheet, until such time as the economy is no longer considered highly inflationary. It is difficult to determine what continuing impact the use of highly inflationary accounting for Argentina may have on our

consolidated financial statements as such impact is dependent upon movements in the applicable exchange rates between the local currency and the U.S. dollar and the amount of monetary assets and liabilities included in our affiliates' balance sheet.

Item 4. Controls and Procedures


Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
 
We maintain a comprehensive set of disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our filings under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported accurately and within the time periods specified in the SEC's rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to Energizer's management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures. Based on that evaluation performed, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of DecemberMarch 31, 2017,2019, to provide reasonable assurance of the achievement of these objectives. Notwithstanding the foregoing, there can be no assurance that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures will detect or uncover all failures of persons within the Company and its consolidated subsidiaries to report material information otherwise required to be set forth in the Company's reports.


They have also determined in their evaluation that there was no change in the Company's internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended DecemberMarch 31, 20172019 that has materially affected or is reasonably likely to materially affect the Company's internal control over financial reporting.





PART II -- OTHER INFORMATION


Item 1. Legal Proceedings


The Company and its affiliates are subject to a number of legal proceedings in various jurisdictions arising out of its operations. Many of these legal matters are in preliminary stages and involve complex issues of law and fact, and may proceed for protracted periods of time. The amount of liability, if any, from these proceedings cannot be determined with certainty. We are a party to legal proceedings and claims that arise during the ordinary course of business. We review our legal proceedings and claims, regulatory reviews and inspections and other legal proceedings on an ongoing basis and follow appropriate accounting guidance when making accrual and disclosure decisions. We establish accruals for those contingencies where the incurrence of a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated, and we disclose the amount accrued and the amount of a reasonably possible loss in excess of the amount accrued, if such disclosure is necessary for our financial statements to not be misleading. We do not record liabilities when the likelihood that the liability has been incurred is probable, but the amount cannot be reasonably estimated. Based upon present information, the Company believes that its liability, if any, arising from such pending legal proceedings, asserted legal claims and known potential legal claims which are likely to be asserted, is not reasonably likely to be material to the Company's financial position, results of operations, or cash flows, when taking into account established accruals for estimated liabilities.


Item 1A. Risk Factors


Our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2017,2018, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, 2017,16, 2018, contains a detailed discussion of risk factors that could materially adversely affect our business, our operating results or our financial condition. The Acquired Battery Business and the Acquired Auto Care Business are subject to the same risks as our other business and the additional risk factors below. There have been no material changes to the risk factors included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2017,2018, except for the addition of the following:


Risks Related to the AcquisitionAcquired Battery Business and the Acquired Auto Care Business (collectively, the “Acquired Businesses”)
The operations and profitability of the Global Battery, Lighting,Acquired Auto Care Business is highly dependent on the efficient
operation of its Dayton, Ohio facility.
In 2017, the Acquired Auto Care Business opened a new manufacturing and Portable Power Businessdistribution facility in Dayton, Ohio. Due to deficiencies in planning and execution, including flawed planning assumptions and insufficient devotion of resources, the transition to the Dayton facility led to business disruptions, including shipment disruptions, and working capital management issues that are continuing which have led to an adverse impact on the Acquired Auto Care Business’ recent results. Despite Spectrum's significant expenditures to improve the operations at the Dayton facility, we expect to invest approximately an additional $25 million in such facility to remedy the issues. Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (the “Acquisition”)has been unable to and it is unlikely that we will be able to pass all of such costs through to the Acquired Auto Care Business’ customers, and therefore, such expenditures may have an adverse impact on our results. There is no guarantee that such investments will result in future benefits, that such amounts will be sufficient to remedy the issues or that the Dayton facility will achieve its projected normal state operating model on the expected timeline, or at all. Any failure to achieve such projected normal state operating model and improve operating efficiencies, increase service level performance and drive cost improvement will continue to negatively affect operations and profitability of the Acquired Auto Care Business.

The pending Acquisition isAcquired Businesses are subject to the satisfactionseasonal volatility.
Sales of certain of the Acquired Businesses’ products tend to be seasonal. With respect to the Acquired Auto Care Business in particular, historically, sales typically have peaked during the first six months of the calendar year due to customer seasonal purchasing patterns and the timing of promotional activities. The Acquired Battery Business has similar seasonality and fluctuations in demand as our existing batteries business. As a result of this seasonality, the inventory and working capital needs fluctuate significantly throughout the year. Orders from retailers are often made late in the period preceding the applicable peak season, making forecasting of production schedules and inventory purchases difficult. Further, purchases of our Acquired Auto Care Business products, especially our auto appearance and A/C recharge products, can be significantly impacted by unfavorable weather conditions including obtaining required regulatory approvals,during the summer period, and may not be consummated, and if not consummated under certain circumstances,as a result we may be subjectsuffer decreases in net sales if conditions are not favorable for use of our products. If we are unable to monetaryaccurately forecast and prepare for customer orders, or other damages underthere is a general downturn in


business or economic conditions during these periods, the acquisition agreement.
On January 16, 2018, we announced that we had entered into a definitive acquisition agreement to acquire the global battery, lighting,financial condition and portable power business (the “Business”)results of Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (“Spectrum”). The consummationoperations of the Acquisition is subject to certain customary conditions, including, among other things, (i)Acquired Businesses could be materially and adversely affected.

A change in governmental regulations regarding the absenceuse of refrigerant gas R-134a or its potential future
substitutes could have a material adverse effect on the Business, (ii) the expiration or termination of required waiting periods under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (the “HSR Act”), (iii) the receipt of certain other antitrust approvals in certain specified foreign jurisdictions (the conditions contained in (ii) and (iii) together, the “Antitrust Conditions”), (iv) the accuracyability of the representations and warrantiesAcquired Auto Care Business to sell its aftermarket A/C products.
The refrigerant R-134a is a critical component of the parties (generallyAcquired Auto Care Business’ aftermarket A/C products. Older generation refrigerants such as R-12 (Freon) have been regulated for some time in the United States and elsewhere, due to concerns about their potential to contribute to ozone depletion. In recent years, refrigerants such as R-134a, which is an approved substitute for R-12, have also become the subject of regulatory focus due to their potential to contribute to global warming.

The European Union has passed regulations that essentially phased out of R-134a in automotive cooling systems in new vehicles by 2017. Canada has also implemented similar regulations, phasing into effect beginning in 2021. In the United States, while such regulations are not currently in effect, the applicable regulations could be implemented and if so, depending on the scope and timing of the regulations, could have a customarymaterially adverse impact on our business.

In addition, regulations may be enacted governing the packaging, use and disposal of the Acquired Auto Care Business’ products containing refrigerants. For example, regulations are currently in effect in California that govern the sale and distribution of products containing R-134a. If the future use of R-134a is phased out or is limited or prohibited in jurisdictions in which we do business, or if substitutes for R-134a become widely used in A/C systems and their use for DIY and retrofit purposes is not approved by the EPA or other regulatory bodies, the future market for Acquired Auto Care Business’ products containing R-134a may be limited, which could have a material adverse effect standard (as describedimpact on its results of operations, financial condition, and cash flows.

In addition, any alternatives to R-134a for use in the acquisition agreement) or other customary materiality qualifications), (v) the absenceA/C systems of governmental restrictions on the consummationnew vehicles will likely be at a higher cost than that of the Acquisition in certain jurisdictions,R-134a and (vi) material compliance by the parties with their respective covenants and agreements under the acquisition agreement.
Many of the closing conditions are not within our control, and there can be no assurance that the closing conditions for the Acquisition will be satisfied in a timely manner, or at all. Any delay could cause us notaccess to realize some or all of the cost savings, synergies and other benefits that we expect to achieve if the Acquisition were to be successfully completed within its expected time frame. If any of these conditions are not satisfied or waived prior to July 15, 2019 (the “Termination Date”), it is possible that the acquisition agreementsupply may be terminated. Further, if the Acquisition has not been consummated by the Termination Date and all conditions precedent to the Company’s obligation to consummate the Acquisition have otherwise been satisfied except for one or more of the Antitrust Conditions, then the Company would be required to pay Spectrum a termination fee of $100 million.




Welimited. If an alternative becomes widely used, we may be unable to obtain sufficient supply or we may obtain supply at a cost that impacts our net sales and gross margins if we are unable to price products to reflect the regulatory clearances requiredincreased cost of the alternatives.

We may not be able to successfully complete the Acquisition or, in order to do so, we or Spectrum may be required to comply with material restrictions or satisfy material conditions.
The Acquisition is subject to review by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission under the HSR Act, and other regulatory agencies. The closingdivestiture of the Acquisition is subject toVarta® consumer battery, chargers, portable power and portable lighting business in the condition thatEurope, the applicable waiting period,Middle East and any applicable extensions thereof, underAfrica region, including manufacturing and distribution facilities in Germany (the "Varta Divestment Business").
On January 2, 2019, we completed the HSR Act have expired or been duly terminated, and that certain other antitrust approvalsAcquired Battery Business in specified foreign jurisdictions have been received. We cannot provide any assurance that all required antitrust clearances will be obtained. There can be no assurance as to the cost, scope or impacta transaction valued at $2,000 million, before contractual adjustments. The approval of the actions that may be requiredEuropean Commission to obtain antitrust approval. In addition, the acquisition agreement provides that we are required to commit to dispositions of assets up to a certain amount in order to obtain regulatory clearance. If we are required to or otherwise decide to take such actions in order to close the Acquisition, it could be detrimental to the combined organization following the consummation of the Acquisition. Furthermore, these actions could haveAcquired Battery Business was conditioned on the effect of delaying or preventing completiondivestiture by us of the proposed Acquisition or imposing additional costs on or limitingVarta Divestment Business within six months of closing (with the revenues or cashpossibility of limited extensions in the discretion of the combined organizationEuropean Commission). In the event that actual proceeds from the sale of the Varta Divestment Business, including specified adjustments, exceed $600 million, we have agreed to pay Spectrum 25% of such excess, reducing the overall proceeds to us from the divestiture. In the event that actual proceeds, including specified adjustments, are less than $600 million, Spectrum has agreed to pay us the lesser of (i) 75% of the shortfall and (ii) $200 million.

Divestitures involve significant risks and uncertainties, including:
inability to find potential buyers on favorable terms, within the timeline required, or that would meet the European Commission’s requirements, including that the buyer be currently participating in or able to operate a business effectively in the consumer products industry;
failure to effectively transfer liabilities, contracts, operations, facilities and employees to buyers;
requirements that we retain or indemnify buyers against certain liabilities and obligations;
the possibility that we will become subject to third-party claims arising out of such divestiture;
challenges in identifying and separating the intellectual property and data to be divested from the intellectual property and data that we wish to retain;
inability to reduce fixed costs previously associated with the divested assets or business;
challenges in collecting the proceeds from any divestiture;
ability to reduce costs to achieve expected synergies for the rest of our business;
disruption of our ongoing business and distraction of management;
difficulties with transition services following the consummationdivestiture that result in material impacts to our ongoing operations;
loss of key employees who leave the Company as a result of a divestiture; and


if customers or partners of the Acquisition. However, if certain antitrust clearances aredivested business do not obtained andreceive the acquisition agreement is terminated under specified circumstances, we couldsame level of service from the new owners, our other businesses may be liableadversely affected, to Spectrum for a termination fee of $100 million.the extent that these customers or partners also purchase other products offered by us or otherwise conduct business with our retained business.
Even if the parties receive early termination of the statutory waiting period under the HSR Act or the waiting period required expires, the U.S. Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, or other regulatory authorities could take action under the antitrust laws to prevent or rescind the Acquisition, require the divestiture of assets or seek other remedies. Additionally, state attorneys general could seek to block or challenge the Acquisition as they deem necessary or desirable in the public interest at any time, including after completion of the transaction. In addition, in some circumstances, a third party could initiate a private action under antitrust laws challenging or seeking to enjoin the merger, before or after it is completed.
We may not prevailbe able to complete the divestiture on terms favorable to us. If we are unable to complete the divestiture within the timeframe allotted or find a purchaser that meets the criteria required by the European Commission, the European Commission will assume responsibility for the divestiture, which could result in significantly lower proceeds to us than we would otherwise receive. In addition, the divestiture may result in significant asset impairment charges, including those related to goodwill and may incur significant costsother intangible assets, which could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.

The buyer of the Varta Divestment Business will own and/or have the right to use the Varta brand for consumer batteries, portable lights, and chargers, in defending or settling any actionEMEA. Several factors, including consumer perception, adverse events and publicity about the products marketed under the antitrust laws.brand, the buyer’s failure to maintain the quality of products sold under Varta brand, the buyer’s failure to properly prosecute intellectual property rights related to the brand, or supply shortages or other operational issues in countries where we do not operate, could diminish the value of this brand with varying degrees of significance, including in countries where we operate and use it. Additionally, we will enter into an exclusive supply agreement with the purchaser of the Varta Divestment Business under which we will exclusively supply Rayovac-branded hearing aid batteries to the purchaser of the Varta Divestment Business, which the purchaser of the Varta Divestment Business will be entitled to resell solely to non-audiologist mass retailers in EMEA for five years, with a possible two year extension. For a period of at least ten years following the effective date of the supply agreement, we will be required to refrain from selling Rayovac branded hearing aid batteries in the aforementioned channel. The lack of control over the sales and distribution of the Rayovac-branded hearing aid batteries in such channel could result in reduced customer loyalty and awareness which could have an adverse impact on the value of the Rayovac brand and our future revenues.

We cannot assure you that we will be successful in managing these or any other significant risks that we encounter in divesting the Varta Divestment Business, and such divestiture could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Further, the divestiture will result in transition services being provided between us and the buyer as well as between us and Spectrum and Spectrum and the buyer, resulting in an increased risk of potential disruption to our business from the failure by a party to provide services in a timely fashion.

Our indebtedness followingdebt to finance the completionacquisitions of the Acquisition will beAcquired Businesses is significant and could adversely affect our business and our ability to meet our obligations, and if sufficient financing on favorable terms or other sources of capital are not available, we may be subject to significant monetary or other damages under the Acquisition Agreement.obligations.
We currently expect to incurAt March 31, 2019, our total aggregate outstanding indebtedness in excess of $2 billion to finance the Acquisition. Interest costs related to thiswas approximately $3.6 billion. Our debt or other debt we may incur in connection with the Acquisition will be significant. Our new indebtedness mayagreements contain negative or financial covenants that would limit our operational flexibility. Our increased level

This significant amount of indebtednessdebt and other cash needs could reduce fundshave important consequences to us, including:
requiring a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to make payments on this debt, thereby limiting the cash we have available for additional acquisitions or other business purposes, restrictto fund future growth opportunities, such as research and development, capital expenditures and acquisitions;
restrictive covenants in our financialdebt arrangements which could limit our operations and operating flexibility, or create competitive disadvantages comparedborrowing;
the risk of a future credit ratings downgrade of our debt increasing future debt costs and limiting the future availability of debt financing;
increasing our vulnerability to other companies with lower debt levels. This in turn may reducegeneral adverse economic and industry conditions and limiting our flexibility in respondingplanning for, or reacting to, changes in our businessesbusiness and in our industry.
Additionally, although we have obtained financing commitments with respectindustry, due to the Acquisitionneed to use our cash to service our outstanding debt;
placing us at a competitive disadvantage relative to our competitors that are not as highly leveraged with debt and that may therefore be more able to invest in an amount which we believe wouldtheir business or use their available cash to pursue other opportunities, including acquisitions; and
limiting our ability to borrow additional funds as needed or take advantage of business opportunities as they arise.

In addition, our actual cash requirements in the future may be greater than expected. Our cash flow from operations may not be sufficient to allow us to complete the transaction, the consummationrepay all of the financing pursuant to these commitments is subject to conditions thatour outstanding debt as it becomes due, and we may not be satisfied. Our ability to obtain any financing to fund a portion of the purchase price is not a condition to closing under the acquisition agreement. However, if we are unable to obtain sufficient financing on favorable terms or experience a significant diminution of our existing cash and cash equivalents or other sources of capital, and as a result we do not have sufficient funds to complete the Acquisition, we may be subject to monetary or other damages under the acquisition agreement as a result of our failure to complete the Acquisition.
We may be unable to integrate the Business successfully and realize the anticipated benefits of the Acquisition.
The pending Acquisition involves the combination of two companies that have operated independently. We will be required to devote significant management attention and resources to integrating business practices, cultures and operations of each business. Potential difficulties we may encounter as part of the integration process include the following:
the inability to successfully combine our respective businesses in a manner that permits us to achieve the cost savings, synergies and other anticipated benefits from the Acquisition;


the challenge of integrating complex systems, operating procedures, compliance programs, technology, networks and other assets of the Business in a manner that minimizes any adverse impact on customers, suppliers, employees and other constituencies;
difficulties in retaining key management and other key employees;
the challenge of managing the expanded operations of a significantly larger and more complex company and coordinating geographically separate organizations; and
potential unknown liabilities, liabilities that are significantly larger than we currently anticipate, and unforeseen increased expenses or delays associated with the Acquisition, including cash costs to integrate the two businesses that may exceed the cash costs that we currently anticipate.

Any one of these factors could result in increased costs, decreases in the amount of anticipated benefits and diversion of management’s attention, which could materially impact our business, financial condition and results of operations. In addition, even if we are able to integrate the Business successfully, the anticipated benefits of the pending Acquisition may not be realized fully,borrow money, sell assets or otherwise raise funds on acceptable terms, or at all, orto refinance our debt.



Despite our high debt level, we may take longerstill be able to realize than expected.incur significant additional amounts of debt, which could further exacerbate the risks associated with our substantial debt.
Failure to complete the Acquisition could impact our stock priceWe and our future business and financial results.
If the Acquisition is not completed, our ongoing business and financial resultssubsidiaries may be adversely affectedable to incur substantial additional debt in the future. Although the indentures governing the notes offered hereby, our existing notes and wethe credit agreement contain or will becontain restrictions on the incurrence of additional debt, these restrictions are subject to a number of significant qualifications and exceptions, and, under certain circumstances, the amount of debt that could be incurred in compliance with these restrictions could be substantial. If new debt is added to our and our subsidiaries’ existing debt levels, the related risks that we now face would increase. In addition, none of the indentures governing the notes offered hereby or the existing notes, or the credit agreement will prevent us from incurring obligations that do not constitute debt under those agreements.

We may not be able to generate sufficient cash to service all of our debt, including the following: dependingnotes, and fund our working capital and capital expenditures, and we may be forced to take other actions to satisfy our obligations under our debt, which may not be successful.
The ability of Energizer to make scheduled payments on their respective indebtedness will depend upon our future operating performance and on our ability to generate cash flow in the reasons forfuture, which is subject to general economic, financial, business, competitive, legislative, regulatory and other factors that are beyond our control. We cannot assure you that our business will generate sufficient cash flow from operations, or that future borrowings, including borrowings under our 2018 Revolving Facility, will be available to us in an amount sufficient to enable us and our subsidiaries to pay their debt, including the failurenotes offered hereby, or to completefund other liquidity needs.

If our cash flows and capital resources are insufficient to fund our and our subsidiaries debt service obligations, we could face substantial liquidity problems and could be forced to reduce or delay investment and capital expenditures or to dispose of material assets or operations, seek additional equity capital or restructure or refinance our debt, including the Acquisition,notes. We may not be able to affect any such alternative measures, if necessary, on commercially reasonable terms or at all and, even if successful, such alternative actions may not allow us to meet our scheduled debt service obligations. We anticipate that the indenture governing the notes offered hereby, similar to the credit agreement and existing notes, will restrict our ability to dispose of assets and use the proceeds from any such disposition.

If we or our subsidiaries cannot make scheduled payments on our debt, we and/or our subsidiaries, as the case may be in default and, as a result, the holders of the notes and the holders of the existing notes could declare all outstanding principal and interest to be due and payable, the lenders under the senior credit facilities could declare all outstanding amounts under such facilities due and payable and, with respect to the 2018 Revolving Facility, terminate their commitments to loan money, and, in each case, foreclose against the assets securing the borrowings under the senior credit facilities, and we could be liable to Spectrum for monetaryforced into bankruptcy or other damagesliquidation, which could result in connection withyou losing all or a portion of your investment in the terminationnotes.

If our debt or breach of the acquisition agreement, including a termination fee of $100 million; we have dedicated significant time and resources, financial and otherwise, in planning for the Acquisition and the associated integration, of which we would lose the benefit if the Acquisition is not completed; we are responsible for certain transaction costs relating to the Acquisition, whether or not the Acquisition is completed; while the acquisition agreement is in force, we are subject to certain restrictions on the conductdebt of our business, including our abilitysubsidiaries is accelerated, we may need to make any other significant acquisition which would reasonably be expected to delay, hinderrefinance all or otherwise obstruct the consummation of the Acquisition, which restrictions may adversely affect our ability to execute certaina portion of our business strategies;debt, including the notes, before maturity. We cannot assure that we will be able to refinance any of our debt, including borrowings under the senior credit facilities and matters relatingour existing notes, on commercially reasonable terms or at all. There can be no assurance that we will be able to the Acquisition (including integration planning) may require substantial commitments of time and resources by our management, whether or not the Acquisition is completed, which could otherwise have been devotedobtain sufficient funds to other opportunities that may have been beneficial to us.
In addition, if the Acquisition is not completed, we may experience negative reactions from the financial markets and from our customers and employees. We also may be subject to litigation related to any failure to complete the Acquisition or to enforcement proceedings commenced againstenable us to performrepay or refinance our debt obligations under the acquisition agreement. If the Acquisition is not completed, these risks may materialize and may adversely affect our business, financial results and financial condition, as well as the price of our common stock.on commercially reasonable terms, or at all.
While the Acquisition is pending, we and Spectrum will be subject to business uncertainties that could adversely affect our respective businesses.
Our success following the Acquisition will depend in part upon the ability of us and Spectrum to maintain our respective business relationships. Uncertainty about the effect of the Acquisition on customers, suppliers, employees and other constituencies may have a material adverse effect on us and the Business. Customers, suppliers and others who deal with us or Spectrum may delay or defer business decisions, decide to terminate, modify or renegotiate their relationships or take other actions as a result of the Acquisition that could negatively affect the revenues, earnings and cash flows of the Company or the Business. If we are unable to maintain these business and operational relationships, our financial position, results of operations or cash flows could be materially affected.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds


The following table reports purchases of equity securities during the firstsecond quarter of fiscal 20182019 by Energizer and any affiliated purchasers pursuant to SEC rules, including any treasury shares withheld to satisfy employee withholding obligations upon vesting of restricted stock and the execution of net exercises.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
PeriodTotal Number of Shares Purchased (1)Average Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs (2)Maximum Number That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs (2)Total Number of Shares Purchased (1)Average Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs (2)Maximum Number That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs (2)
October 1 - October 31
$

5,278,002
November 1 - November 301,167,170
$44.38
1,126,379
4,151,623
December 1 - December 31


4,151,623
January 1 - January 31


3,838,791
February 1 - February 28152
$47.66

3,838,791
March 1 - March 31110
$45.09

3,838,791
Total1,167,170
$44.38
1,126,379
 262
$46.58

 
(1) 40,791262 shares purchased during the quarter relate to the surrender to the Company of shares of common stock to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock or execution of net exercises.
(2) On July 1, 2015, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase authorization for the repurchase of up to 7.5 million shares. 1,126,379No shares were repurchased on the open market during the quarter under this share repurchase authorization.

Item 6. Exhibits


See the Exhibit Index hereto.

EXHIBIT INDEX
The exhibits below are numbered in accordance with the Exhibit Table of Item 601 of Regulation S-K.
Exhibit No.Description of Exhibit
2.1**
Separation and Distribution Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.2**
Tax Matters Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 26, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.3**
Employee Matters Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.4**
Transition Services Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.4 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
Contribution Agreement by and between the Company and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated June 30, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 30, 2015).
2.6**
Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 24, 2016, by and among the Company, Energizer Reliance, Inc., Trivest Partners V, L.P., and HandStands Holding Corporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 27, 2016).
2.7**
Acquisition Agreement, dated as of January 15, 2018, by and among the Company and Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 16, 2018).
2.8**
Amended and Restated Acquisition Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2018, by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. and Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 15, 2018).
2.9**
Acquisition Agreement, dated as of November 15, 2018, by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. and Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 15, 2018).
Third Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Energizer Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 29, 2018).
Third Amended and Restated Bylaws of Energizer Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 29, 2018).
Certificate of Designations of the 7.50% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock of Energizer Holdings, Inc., filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Missouri and effective January 17, 2019 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 18, 2019).

Supplemental Indenture dated January 2, 2019, by and among Energizer Holdings, Inc. as successor by merger to Energizer Gamma Acquisition, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto from time to time and The Bank Of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 2, 2019).
Supplemental Indenture dated January 2, 2019, by and between Energizer Gamma Acquisition B.V., the Guarantors party thereto from time to time and The Bank Of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee and Registrar, the Bank of New York Mellon, London Branch, as Paying Agent (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.5 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 2, 2019).
Form of Certificate for the 7.50% Series A Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (included as Exhibit A to Exhibit 3.3) (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 18, 2019).
Indenture, dated January 28, 2019, by and among Energizer Holdings, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto from time to time and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Form of 7.750% Senior Notes due 2027 (included in Exhibit 4.4) (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Supplemental Indenture dated January 28, 2019 to the Indenture dated January 28, 2019, by and among Energizer Holdings, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Supplemental Indenture dated January 28, 2019 to the Indenture dated July 6, 2018, by and among Energizer Holdings, Inc., as successor by merger to Energizer Gamma Acquisition, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Supplemental Indenture dated January 28, 2019 to the Indenture dated July 6, 2018, by and between Energizer Gamma Acquisition B.V., the Guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.5 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Supplemental Indenture dated January 28, 2019 to the Indenture dated June 1, 2015, by and among Energizer Holdings, Inc., the Guarantors party thereto and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.6 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Shareholder Agreement dated January 28, 2019, by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. and Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. and a joinder thereto (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 28, 2019).
Certification of periodic financial report by the Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
Certification of periodic financial report by the Chief Financial Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Certification of periodic financial report pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, by the Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc.
Certification of periodic financial report pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, by the Chief Financial Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc.
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*Filed herewith.
**     The Company undertakes to furnish supplementally a copy of any omitted schedule or exhibit to such agreement to the Securities and Exchange Commission.


SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
  ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
    
  Registrant
    
  By: /s/ Timothy W. Gorman
   Timothy W. Gorman
   Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    
    
    
Date:January 31, 2018May 8, 2019  



EXHIBIT INDEX
The exhibits below are numbered in accordance with the Exhibit Table of Item 601 of Regulation S-K.
Exhibit No.Description of Exhibit
2.1**
Separation and Distribution Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.2**
Tax Matters Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 26, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.3**
Employee Matters Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
2.4**
Transition Services Agreement by and between Energizer Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a Energizer SpinCo, Inc.) and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated as of June 25, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.4 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 29, 2015).
Contribution Agreement by and between the Company and Edgewell Personal Care Company (f/k/a Energizer Holdings, Inc.) dated June 30, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 30, 2015).
2.6**
Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of May 24, 2016, by and among the Company, Energizer Reliance, Inc., Trivest Partners V, L.P., and HandStands Holding Corporation (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed May 27, 2016).
2.7**
Acquisition Agreement, dated as of January 15, 2018, by and among the Company and Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 16, 2018).
Third Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Energizer Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 29, 2018).
Third Amended and Restated Bylaws of Energizer Holdings, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 29, 2018).
Commitment Letter, dated January 15, 2018, by and among the Company, Barclays Bank PLC and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 16, 2018).

Certification of periodic financial report by the Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
Certification of periodic financial report by the Chief Financial Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.


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Certification of periodic financial report pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, by the Chief Executive Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc.
Certification of periodic financial report pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, by the Chief Financial Officer of Energizer Holdings, Inc.
101
Attached as Exhibit 101 to this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are the following documents formatted in eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL): (i) the unaudited Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Comprehensive Income, (ii) the unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iii) the unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, and (iv) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Condensed). The financial information contained in the XBRL-related documents is “unaudited” and “unreviewed.”
*Filed herewith.
**     The Company undertakes to furnish supplementally a copy of any omitted schedule or exhibit to such agreement to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
*** Denotes a management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.


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