Magna International Inc.
337 Magna Drive
Aurora, Ontario
Canada L4G 7K1
Telephone: 905 726 2462
2023
Annual Report
Magna International Inc.
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renewable electricity globally by 2030
Strategy in Motion:
Continued Growth Over
Market and Improved Earnings
I am pleased to present Magna’s
2023 annual report, highlighting our
achievements, challenges, and future
opportunities. As I refect on the past
year, it is evident that Magna has
continued to thrive and adapt in a
rapidly changing automotive industry.
The goal of delivering a sustainable, safer, and more
accessible future for all who share the road steers our
business decisions as we continue to create value for
our stakeholders.
We are building momentum by further innovating,
delivering operational excellence, and solving challenges
for the industry in key megatrend areas of electrifcation
and active safety. We are optimistic about the future as
we continue to invest for growth and navigate one of
the most complex industries, establishing leadership in
high-tech product categories that will be fundamental
to future vehicles.
A hallmark of Magna continues to be a strong fnancial
foundation, including a solid balance sheet and our
disciplined capital allocation strategy has remained
consistent. In 2023, we remained focused on identifying
product gaps and growth opportunities, while we
continued to shift our portfolio through both M&A and
internal investments. Looking ahead, we expect capital
spending as a percent of sales to decline, as planned,
and our cash generation profle to signifcantly improve
from 2023 levels.
Go-Forward Strategy
We continue to execute our Go-Forward strategy,
which gives us confdence in our outlook for growth and
margin expansion. This strategy includes accelerating
the deployment of capital towards high-growth areas,
driving operational excellence, and unlocking new
business models and markets.
Portfolio and Capabilities
Our ecosystem of interconnected products and
complete vehicle expertise enables us to deliver unique
system solutions and position ourselves at the forefront
of the industry’s shift towards software-defned vehicles.
We believe this integrated systems approach aligns
with how OEMs will design, source, and manufacture
in the future. Most importantly, this approach gives
us a competitive advantage and enables us to
generate strong returns and grow in this rapidly evolving
landscape.
In addition, our ability to continue to outgrow vehicle
production and win signifcant new business confrms
the strength of our portfolio and our capabilities.
We continue to take a selective, measured, and
thoughtful approach to the programs in which we invest,
to help mitigate volume risk.
Following the acquisition of Veoneer Active Safety, our
active safety business is well on its way to becoming an
industry leader with a comprehensive portfolio, leading
Swamy Kotagiri
Chief Executive Offcer
market positions and a global presence, with more
on creating value by participating in new business
than 2,600 systems and software engineers.
models within specifc market segments. These
Operational Excellence
We are among the industry leaders in annual product
launches and shipped roughly two billion components
and systems from our facilities in 2023.
include autonomous mobile robots (AMR), which can
be leveraged in manufacturing and last-mile delivery
applications, which is expected to grow to about four
times what the market is today.
Optimistic about 2024
To help mitigate short- and mid-term macroeconomic
With the plans we are executing, we believe we are
pressures, we implemented various actions, including
poised to continue to outgrow the market, expand
consolidation, restructuring, and cost containment
margins over time, generate strong returns on our
activities across the company. We also engaged in
investments and further shift our portfolio toward the
ongoing commercial negotiations with customers to
Car of the Future.
recover costs, transitioned to various pricing models
based on industry benchmarks, and addressed pricing
challenges.
These actions have already yielded benefts, helping
offset 2023 headwinds and contributed to solid
earnings growth. Simultaneously, we are intensifying
efforts in core areas of our business and adopting
advanced technologies to enhance long-term
productivity. These efforts encompass automation,
smart manufacturing activities, and enterprise-wide
global purchasing initiatives.
New Mobility
We are well-positioned for the tremendous
opportunities in the coming years as the industry
transforms. I am confdent that Magna will generate
sustainable value in the long run, as we lead in the
evolving mobility landscape.
I thank all of our stakeholders for their continued
support of our vision and mission.
Sincerely,
With a methodical approach focused on leveraging our
core expertise, Magna is poised to take advantage of
near- and long-term opportunities beyond the traditional
supply and manufacture of vehicles. We are focused
Swamy Kotagiri
Chief Executive Offcer
Our Vision for the
Car of the Future
The mobility landscape is transforming,
driven by new technology and
changing consumer preferences. As a
dedicated leader, Magna spearheads
innovations that resonate across
the automotive industry, positioning
us for the Car of the Future. This
software- and systems-defned vehicle
will be equipped with active safety
features and connected capabilities,
while embracing advancements in
electrifcation. It will be embedded
with Magna innovations designed
to enhance safety, intelligence,
and sustainability.
Our full systems approach and deep product
expertise allows us to understand the complete
picture and deliver solutions that respond to
evolving market opportunities. We continually
make advancements in our areas of expertise,
from enhancing driver assistance systems to
pioneering new eco innovations.
At Magna, every step we take is guided by a
broader purpose: to advance mobility for everyone
and everything. We are driven by the vision of
creating a future where mobility is accessible,
sustainable, and inclusive. By aligning our expertise
with this purpose, we contribute to shaping a better
automotive industry and a more connected world.
All-Encompassing Magna Technologies
Eco Innovation means technologies for the future – from aerodynamics
and powertrain to software, manufacturing processes and nearly everything
in between.
These innovations solve complex problems and help our customers fulfll their
vision. They also have a signifcant impact on sustainability and effciency
throughout the value chain and product life cycle.
Flexing Our eDrive Muscle
Strengthening EV Safety and Structure
Magna’s comprehensive hybrid and electric
We are leveraging our foundational structures
powertrain portfolio is taking vehicle electrifcation
expertise and contributing to the overall structural
to the next level of effciency and range. Our next
and safety aspects of an EV through our battery
generation 800V eDrive solution sets new standards in
enclosures, offering customers a competitive
effciency, power-to-weight ratio, and torque density.
advantage in the development of these complex
The system will minimize our reliance on aluminum
and heavy rare earth materials, and lower CO2
emissions during production by about 20%.
assemblies featuring a range of state-of-the-art
joining and sealing techniques. This is one of
Magna’s fastest growing businesses.
Expanding Presence in the Value Chain
The LG Magna e-Powertrain joint venture is a key
contributor to our expanded presence in the EV value
chain. With production of motors, inverters, and
on-board chargers at a new facility in Mexico and
an additional facility under development in Hungary,
we are well positioned to keep pace as global EV
production continues to increase.
Building on Market-Leading Camera Expertise
Our Gen5 front camera module system is a one-box
system that delivers road safety through long-range
and side object detection. With production already
underway, the high-resolution camera’s microcontroller
is scalable for sensor fusion with up to fve radars and
offers leading active safety solutions.
Sustainability:
Signifcant Steps Forward
At Magna, we are not only building a strong,
sustainable business, but one that makes
a positive impact on the planet for current
and future generations. We are committed to
minimizing the environmental impact of our
activities – partnering with our customers
and communities, as well as operating
effcient manufacturing processes and
recycling programs.
2023 Highlights:
• Announced our most ambitious environmental commitment
to date: to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, an important
step in fghting climate change. This latest effort is part
of the Science-Based Targets Initiative, the benchmark
for decarbonization targets in line with the Paris Climate
Agreement.
• Targeted a 20% reduction in corporate energy intensity in
all manufacturing facilities by 2027. We are already halfway
towards our 2027 target, having achieved a 10% reduction
over the last 12 months.
• Pledged to transition to 100% renewable electricity use
in our European operations by 2025 and globally by 2030.
• Targeted a 90% reduction in scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2050,
with near-term commitments to reduce approximately 42%
in scopes 1 and 2, and 25% in scope 3 by 2030.
• Dedicated to addressing not only the emissions we produce
within our own facilities but also those of our entire supply
chain. We are working with our customers and partners, along
side more than 10,000 supplier companies, to conserve our
natural resources.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC.
Management’s Discussion and
Analysis of Results of Operations
and Financial Position
December 31, 2023
Unless otherwise noted, all amounts in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Results of Operations and
Financial Position [“MD&A”] are in U.S. dollars and all tabular amounts are in millions of U.S. dollars, except per share
figures, which are in U.S. dollars. When we use the terms “we”, “us”, “our” or “Magna”, we are referring to Magna
International Inc. and its subsidiaries and jointly controlled entities, unless the context otherwise requires.
This MD&A should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended
December 31, 2023 included in our 2023 Annual Report to Shareholders.
This MD&A may contain statements that are forward looking. Refer to the “Forward-Looking Statements” section in
this MD&A for a more detailed discussion of our use of forward-looking statements.
This MD&A has been prepared as at February 22, 2024.
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HIGH LIG HTS
INDUSTRY PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT
• Global light vehicle production increased 8% in 2023, including increases of 9%, 11%, and 8% in North America, Europe, and China, respectively.
• North American light vehicle production was negatively impacted by the UAW labour strikes at certain customers during the third and fourth quarters
of 2023.
SALES & EARNINGS
• Total sales increased 13% to a record $42.8 billion, primarily reflecting higher global vehicle production, the launch of new programs, and the
acquisition of Veoneer Active Safety [“Veoneer AS”], partially offset by the negative impact of lost vehicle production as a result of the UAW labour
strikes at certain customers during the third and fourth quarters of 2023.
• Diluted earnings per share were $4.23 and adjusted diluted earnings per share(1) were $5.49 in 2023. Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased
$1.25 compared to 2022 primarily reflecting earnings on higher sales, including higher margins due to the impact of operational excellence and cost
initiatives, and productivity and efficiency improvements. These factors were partially offset by higher launch, engineering, and other costs associated
with new assembly business, the negative impact of the UAW labour strikes, the net unfavourable impact of commercial items, lower amortization
of the initial value of public company securities, higher launch costs associated with new manufacturing business, and the impact of acquisitions,
net of divestitures.
CASH & INVESTMENTS
• Cash generated from operating activities was $3.1 billion, compared to $2.1 billion in 2022, largely reflecting an increase in net income and generation
of cash from operating assets and liabilities in 2023 compared to an investment in operating assets and liabilities in 2022.
• We continued to invest in our business, including:
· $2.5 billion for fixed assets;
· $562 million in investment and other asset spending; and
· $1.5 billion for acquisitions and business combinations, and public and private equity investments, including the acquisition of Veoneer AS.
• We paid dividends of $522 million in 2023.
• Our Board of Directors increased our quarterly dividend to $0.475 per share, our 14th consecutive year of dividend increases.
• We raised $2 billion in debt, comprised of Senior Notes and $400 million in a delayed-draw Term Loan, to fund the acquisition of Veoneer AS, invest
in megatrend areas, and refinance €550 million in Senior Notes that came due in 2023.
STRATEGIC UPDATES
• Active Safety – we further advanced our position in Active Safety, including:
· Completing the acquisition of Veoneer AS, broadening our active safety portfolio with complementary products, customers, geographies,
engineering and software resources;
· Launching our innovative, Gen5 front camera module system on a high-volume program for a European-based global OEM, and winning further
front camera module volume on the program for an additional region.
• Electrification – we continued to strengthen our business in electrification, including through:
· Winning two additional integrated e-drive programs for global OEMs, one based in North America and one in Europe;
· Launching primary and secondary e-drives on a battery electric vehicle program for a new customer;
· Launching a first-to-market modular eDecoupling unit to support multiple battery electric vehicle programs for a German premium OEM;
· Winning significant new awards for battery enclosures on multiple OEM programs.
• Sustainability – we committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship by submitting net-zero emission targets for validation by the Science
Based Targets initiative, with a goal to achieve this target by 2050, and meet our near-term Scope 1, 2 and 3 targets by 2030.
OV E RVIEW
OUR BUSINESS(2)
Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global,
entrepreneurial-minded team of over 179,000(3) employees across 342 manufacturing operations and 104 product development, engineering and sales
centres spanning 28 countries. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise
uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape. For further information about Magna (NYSE:MGA; TSX:MG),
please visit www.magna.com or follow us on social.
(1) Adjusted diluted earnings per share is a Non-GAAP financial measure. Refer to the section “Use of Non-GAAP Measures”.
(2) Manufacturing operations, product development, engineering and sales centres include certain operations accounted for under the equity method.
(3) Number of employees includes over 166,000 employees at our wholly owned or controlled entities and over 13,000 employees at operations accounted for under the equity method.
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F ORWARD-LOO KING STAT EM ENTS
Certain statements in this MD&A may constitute “forward-looking information” or “forward-looking statements” (collectively, “forward-looking
statements”). Any such forward-looking statements are intended to provide information about management’s current expectations and plans and may
not be appropriate for other purposes. Forward-looking statements may include financial and other projections, as well as statements regarding our
future plans, strategic objectives or economic performance, or the assumptions underlying any of the foregoing, and other statements that are not
recitations of historical fact. We use words such as “may”, “would”, “could”, “should”, “will”, “likely”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend”, “plan”,
“aim”, “forecast”, “outlook”, “project”, “estimate”, “target” and similar expressions suggesting future outcomes or events to identify forward-looking
statements.
Forward-looking statements in this document include, but are not limited to, statements relating to achievement of our near term emissions reductions
target and 2050 net zero target.
Forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to us and are based on assumptions and analyses made by us in light of our
experience and our perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors we believe are
appropriate in the circumstances. While we believe we have a reasonable basis for making any such forward-looking statements, they are not a
guarantee of future performance or outcomes. Whether actual results and developments conform to our expectations and predictions is subject to a
number of risks, assumptions, and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, and the effects of which can be difficult to predict, including
the risk factors which are described later in this MD&A.
INDUSTRY TRENDS
Our operating results are primarily dependent on the levels of North American, European, and Chinese car and light truck production by our customers.
While we supply systems and components to every major original equipment manufacturer [“OEM”], we do not supply systems and components for
every vehicle, nor is the value of our content consistent from one vehicle to the next. As a result, customer and program mix relative to market trends,
as well as the value of our content on specific vehicle production programs, are also important drivers of our results.
Ordinarily, OEM production volumes are aligned with vehicle sales levels and thus affected by changes in such levels. Aside from vehicle sales levels,
production volumes are typically impacted by a range of factors, including: general economic and political conditions; labour disruptions; free trade
arrangements; tariffs; relative currency values; commodities prices; supply chains and infrastructure; availability and relative cost of skilled labour;
regulatory considerations, including those related to environmental emissions and safety standards; and other factors.
Overall vehicle sales levels are significantly affected by changes in consumer confidence levels, which may in turn be impacted by consumer perceptions
and general trends related to the job, housing, and stock markets, as well as other macroeconomic and political factors. Other factors which typically
impact vehicle sales levels and thus production volumes include: vehicle affordability; interest rates and/or availability of credit; fuel and energy prices;
relative currency values; regulatory restrictions on use of vehicles in certain megacities; government subsidies to consumers for the purchase of
low- and zero-emission vehicles; and other factors.
While the foregoing economic, political, and other factors are part of the general context in which the global automotive industry operates, there were
a number of significant industry trends that impacted us during 2023, including:
• elevated inflation in all markets in which we operate;
• price increases and surcharges from sub-suppliers impacted by inflationary pressures;
• targeted labour strikes by UAW members against certain Ford, General Motors and Stellantis facilities in the U.S.;
• supply chain disruptions, including continued impact from the global shortage of semiconductor chips that has materially affected global automotive
production volumes since 2020; and
• operational inefficiencies as a result of our production lines being stopped/restarted unexpectedly.
We continue to implement a business strategy which is rooted in our best assessment as to the rate and direction of change in the automotive industry,
including with respect to trends related to vehicle electrification and advanced driver assistance systems, as well as future mobility business models.
Our short and medium-term operational success, as well as our ability to create long-term value through our business strategy, are subject to a number
of risks and uncertainties which are discussed later in this MD&A.
US E OF NON-G AAP FI N ANC IAL MEAS U RE S
In addition to results presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America [“U.S. GAAP”], this report
includes the use of Adjusted earnings before interest and taxes [“Adjusted EBIT”], Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales, Adjusted diluted earnings
per share, and Adjusted Return on Invested Capital [collectively, the “Non-GAAP Measures”]. We believe these Non-GAAP financial measures provide
additional information that is useful to investors in understanding our underlying performance and trends through the same financial measures employed
by our management. Readers should be aware that Non-GAAP Measures have no standardized meaning under U.S. GAAP and accordingly may not
be comparable to the calculation of similar measures by other companies. We believe that Adjusted EBIT, Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales,
Adjusted diluted earnings per share and Adjusted Return on Invested Capital provide useful information to our investors for measuring our operational
performance as they exclude certain items that are not reflective of ongoing operating profit and facilitate a comparison with prior periods. The
presentation of any Non-GAAP Measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for our related financial results prepared in accordance
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with U.S. GAAP. Non-GAAP financial measures are presented together with the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measure, and a
reconciliation to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measure, can be found in the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation”
section of this MD&A.
During 2023, we revised our calculations of Adjusted EBIT, Adjusted diluted earnings per share and Adjusted Return on Invested Capital to exclude the
amortization of acquired intangible assets. The historical presentation of these Non-GAAP measures within this MD&A has also been updated to reflect
the revised calculations. Refer to the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation” section of this MD&A for further information.
RESU LTS OF OPE R ATI O NS
AVERAGE FOREIGN EXCHANGE
1 Canadian dollar equals U.S. dollars
1 euro equals U.S. dollars
1 Chinese renminbi equals U.S. dollars
2023
0.742
1.082
0.141
2022
Change
0.769
1.053
0.149
–4%
+3%
–5%
The preceding table reflects the average foreign exchange rates between the most common currencies in which we conduct business and our U.S.
dollar reporting currency.
The results of operations for which the functional currency is not the U.S. dollar are translated into U.S. dollars using the average exchange rates for the
relevant period. Throughout this MD&A, reference is made to the impact of translation of foreign operations on reported U.S. dollar amounts where
relevant.
Our results can also be affected by the impact of movements in exchange rates on foreign currency transactions (such as raw material purchases or
sales denominated in foreign currencies). However, as a result of hedging programs employed by us, foreign currency transactions in the current period
have not been fully impacted by movements in exchange rates. We record foreign currency transactions at the hedged rate where applicable.
Finally, foreign exchange gains and losses on revaluation and/or settlement of monetary items denominated in a currency other than an operation’s
functional currency impact reported results. These gains and losses are recorded in selling, general and administrative expense.
L IGHT VEHICLE PRODUCTION VOLUME S
Our operating results are mostly dependent on light vehicle production in the regions reflected in the table below:
Light Vehicle Production Volumes (thousands of units)
North America
Europe
China
Other
Global
2023
15,589
17,481
28,581
27,577
89,228
2022
Change
14,280
15,802
26,363
26,107
82,552
+9%
+11%
+8%
+6%
+8%
Global light vehicle production increased 8% in 2023, largely reflecting the rebalancing of supply chains in 2023 compared to the significant industry
production disruptions during 2022 caused by global semiconductor chip shortages.
RESU LTS OF OPE RATI ONS –
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2023
SALES
$45,000
$37,840
Sales
+ 13%
$42,797
$-
2022
2023
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Sales increased 13% or $4.96 billion to $42.80 billion for 2023 compared to $37.84 billion for 2022 primarily due to:
• the launch of new programs during or subsequent to 2022;
• higher global light vehicle production;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022, which increased sales by $814 million; and
• customer price increases to recover certain higher production input costs.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the negative impact of lost vehicle production as a result of the UAW labour strikes at certain customers during 2023, which decreased sales by
approximately $325 million;
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which decreased reported U.S. dollar sales by $91 million; and
• net customer price concessions subsequent to 2022.
COST OF GOODS SOLD
Material
Direct labour
Overhead
Cost of goods sold
2023
2022
Change
$ 26,309
3,164
7,712
$ 37,185
$ 23,388
$ 2,921
2,791
7,009
373
703
$ 33,188
$ 3,997
Cost of goods sold increased $4.00 billion to $37.19 billion for 2023 compared to $33.19 billion for 2022, primarily due to:
• higher material, direct labour and overhead associated with higher sales;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022;
• higher launch, engineering and other costs associated with new assembly business;
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net unfavourable impact on a year over year basis;
• higher pre-operating costs incurred at new facilities; and
• higher net production input costs, including for labour, partially offset by lower prices for energy, certain commodities and freight.
These factors were partially offset by:
• productivity and efficiency improvements, including lower costs at certain previously underperforming facilities;
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which decreased reported U.S. dollar costs of goods sold by $44 million; and
• the impact of operational excellence and cost initiatives.
DEPRECIATION
Depreciation increased $63 million to $1.44 billion for 2023 compared to $1.37 billion for 2022 primarily due to increased capital deployed at new and
existing facilities to support the launch of programs, and acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022, partially offset by the end of production
of certain programs.
AMORTIZATION OF ACQUIRED INTANGIBLE ASSETS
Amortization of acquired intangible assets increased $42 million to $88 million for 2023 compared to $46 million for 2022 primarily due to the acquisition
of Veoneer AS during the second quarter of 2023.
SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE [“SG&A”]
SG&A expense increased $390 million to $2.05 billion for 2023 compared to $1.66 billion for 2022, primarily as a result of:
• higher labour and benefit costs;
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net unfavourable impact on a year over year basis;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022;
• higher incentive compensation;
• higher investments in research, development and new mobility;
• higher restructuring costs;
• higher costs to accelerate our operational excellence initiatives; and
• higher pre-operating costs incurred at new facilities.
These factors were partially offset by lower provisions against certain accounts receivable and other balances.
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INTEREST EXPENSE, NET
During 2023, we recorded net interest expense of $156 million compared to $81 million for 2022. The $75 million increase was primarily a result of
interest expense on the $1.6 billion of Senior Notes issued during the first quarter of 2023, interest expense on the Term Loan entered into during the
first quarter of 2023, interest expense on higher short-term borrowings and higher interest rates. These factors were partially offset by higher interest
income earned on cash and investments due to higher interest rates.
EQUITY INCOME
Equity income increased $23 million to $112 million for 2023 compared to $89 million for 2022, primarily as a result of earnings on higher sales at
certain equity-accounted entities, and acquisitions subsequent to 2022, partially offset by higher launch costs, and higher production input costs, net
of customer recoveries.
OTHER EXPENSE, NET
Investments(1)
Restructuring(2)
Veoneer AS transaction costs(3)
Impairments and loss on sale of operations in Russia(4)
Loss on sale of business(5)
Impairments(6)
Other expense, net
(1) Investments
Revaluation of public company warrants
Non-cash impairment charges(i)
Revaluation of public and private equity investments
Net gain on sale of public equity investments
Other expense, net
Tax effect
Net loss attributable to Magna
2023
$ 201
148
23
16
–
–
$ 388
2023
$ 110
90
1
–
201
(28)
$ 173
2022
$ 221
22
–
376
58
26
$ 703
2022
$ 173
–
49
(1)
221
(53)
$ 168
(i) The non-cash impairment charges relate to impairments of private equity investments and related long-term receivables within Other assets.
(2) Restructuring
During 2023, we recorded restructuring charges of $117 million [$97 million after tax] in our Power & Vision segment, and $31 million [$27 million
after tax] in our Body Exteriors & Structures segment, respectively.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded restructuring charges of $22 million [$22 million after tax] in our Power & Vision segment.
(3) Veoneer AS transaction costs
During 2023, we incurred $23 million [$22 million after tax] of transaction costs relating to our acquisition of Veoneer AS. Refer to Note 7, “Business
Combinations”, to the consolidated financial statements included in this Report.
(4) Impairments and loss on sale of operations in Russia
During 2023, we completed the sale of all of our investments in Russia which resulted in a loss of $16 million [$16 million after tax] including a net
cash outflow of $23 million.
During 2022, we recorded a $376 million [$361 million after tax] impairment charge related to our investment in Russia as a result of the expected
lack of future cashflows and the uncertainties connected with the Russian economy. This included net asset impairments of $173 million and a
$203 million reserve against the related foreign currency translation losses that were included in accumulated other comprehensive loss. The net
asset impairments consisted of $163 million and $10 million in our Body Exteriors & Structures and Seating Systems segments, respectively.
(5) Loss on sale of business
During 2022, we entered into an agreement to sell a European Power & Vision operation. Under the terms of the arrangement, we were contractually
obligated to provide the buyer with up to $42 million of funding, resulting in a loss of $58 million [$57 million after tax]. During the first quarter of
2023, we completed the sales of this operation which resulted in a net cash outflow of $25 million.
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(6) Impairments
During 2022, we recorded impairment charges of $22 million [$21 million after tax] in our Body Exteriors & Structures segment and $4 million
[$3 million after tax] in our Power & Vision segment, respectively.
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES
Income from operations before income taxes was $1.61 billion for 2023 compared to $878 million for 2022. The $728 million increase was a result of the
following changes, each as discussed above:
Sales
Costs and expenses
Cost of goods sold
Depreciation
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Selling, general & administrative
Interest expense, net
Equity income
Other expense, net
Income from operations before income taxes
INCOME TAXES
Income taxes as reported
Tax effect on Other expense, net and
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation Allowances
2023
$ 42,797
37,185
1,436
88
2,050
156
(112)
388
$ 1,606
2022
$ 37,840
33,188
1,373
46
1,660
81
(89)
703
878
$
Change
$ 4,957
3,997
63
42
390
75
(23)
(315)
$ 728
2023
2022
$ 320
19.9%
$ 237
27.0%
70
47
$ 437
(1.2)
2.3
21.0%
79
29
(7.6)
1.8
$ 345
21.2%
We released valuation allowances against certain deferred tax assets in South America and North America during 2023 and in Europe during 2022
[“Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation Allowances”].
Excluding the tax effect on Other expense, net and Amortization of acquired intangible assets, as well as the Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation
Allowances our effective income tax rate decreased to 21.0% for 2023 compared to 21.2% for 2022 primarily due to lower losses not benefitted in
Europe and higher non-taxable foreign exchange adjustments recognized for U.S. GAAP purposes. These factors were partially offset by lower
favourable changes in our reserves for uncertain tax positions and a change in mix of earnings.
INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS
Income attributable to non-controlling interests was $73 million for 2023 compared to $49 million for 2022. This $24 million increase was primarily due
to higher net income at our non-wholly owned operations in China.
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC.
Net income attributable to Magna International Inc. was $1.213 billion for 2023 compared to $592 million for 2022. This $621 million increase was as
a result of an increase in income from operations before income taxes of $728 million partially offset by increases in income taxes and income
attributable to non-controlling interests of $83 million and $24 million, respectively.
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EARNINGS PER SHARE
Diluted earnings per share
Adjusted diluted earnings per share
$4.23
$2.03
$4.50
$-
$6.00
$-
$4.24
$5.49
2022
2023
2022
2023
Earnings per Common Share
Basic
Diluted
Weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding (millions)
Basic
Diluted
Adjusted diluted earnings per share
2023
2022 % Change
$ 4.24
$ 4.23
286.2
286.6
$ 5.49
$ 2.04
$ 2.03
290.4
291.2
$ 4.24
+108%
+108%
–1%
–2%
+29%
Diluted earnings per share was $4.23 for 2023 compared to $2.03 for 2022. The $2.20 increase was substantially a result of higher net income
attributable to Magna International Inc., as discussed above, and a decrease in the weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding during
2023. The decrease in the weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding was primarily due to the purchase and cancellation of Common
Shares, during or subsequent to 2022, pursuant to our normal course issuer bids.
Other expense, net, and the Amortization of acquired intangible assets, each after tax, and Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation Allowances negatively
impacted diluted earnings per share by $1.26 in 2023 and $2.21 in 2022, respectively, as discussed. Adjusted diluted earnings per share, as reconciled
in the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures Reconciliation” section, was $5.49 for 2023 compared to $4.24 for 2022, an increase of $1.25.
NON-G AAP PERFORMANCE MEASURES –
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2023
ADJUSTED EBIT AS A PERCENTAGE OF SALES
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
6.0%
4.5%
5.2%
+ 0.7%
0.0%
2022
2023
The table below shows the change in Magna’s Sales and Adjusted EBIT by segment and the impact each segment’s changes have on Magna’s
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales for 2023 compared to 2022:
2022
Increase (decrease) related to:
Body Exteriors & Structures
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate and Other
2023
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Adjusted EBIT
Adjusted
as a percentage
Sales
EBIT
$ 37,840
$ 1,708
1,507
2,444
778
317
(89)
$ 42,797
452
166
114
(111)
(91)
$ 2,238
of sales
4.5%
+0.9%
+0.1%
+0.2%
–0.3%
–0.2%
5.2%
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales increased to 5.2% for 2023 compared to 4.5% for 2022 primarily due to:
• earnings on higher sales including higher margins as a result of the impact of operational excellence and cost initiatives;
• productivity and efficiency improvements, including lower costs at certain previously underperforming facilities; and
• lower provisions against certain accounts receivable and other balances.
These factors were partially offset by:
• higher launch, engineering and other costs associated with new assembly business;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022;
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net unfavourable impact on a year over year basis;
• the negative impact of the UAW labour strikes during the third and fourth quarters of 2023;
• higher launch costs associated with new manufacturing business;
• lower amortization of the initial value of public company securities;
• higher pre-operating costs incurred at new facilities;
• lower scrap steel and aluminum recoveries; and
• higher investments in research, development and new mobility.
ADJUSTED RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL
Adjusted Return on Invested Capital
11.0%
8.5%
10.0%
+ 1.5%
0.0%
2022
2023
Adjusted Return on Invested Capital increased to 10.0% for 2023 compared to 8.5% for 2022 as a result of an increase in Adjusted After-tax operating
profits partially offset by higher Average Invested Capital.
Average Invested Capital increased $1.85 billion to $17.77 billion for 2023 compared to $15.92 billion for 2022, primarily due to:
• the acquisition of Veoneer AS during 2023;
• average investment in fixed assets in excess of our average depreciation expense on fixed assets; and
• an increase in average operating assets and liabilities.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the impairment of our Russian assets recorded during 2022;
• lower net investments in public and private equity companies and public company warrants; and
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar.
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S EGM ENT ANALYS I S
We are a global automotive supplier that has complete vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing expertise, as well as product capabilities which
include body, chassis, exterior, seating, powertrain, active driver assistance, electronics, mechatronics, mirrors, lighting and roof systems. We also
have electronic and software capabilities across many of these areas.
Our reporting segments are: Body Exteriors & Structures; Power & Vision; Seating Systems; and Complete Vehicles.
Body Exteriors & Structures
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate and Other
Total reportable segments
BODY EXTERIORS & STRUCTURES
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
2023
2022
Change
2023
2022
Change
$ 17,511
14,305
6,047
5,538
(604)
$ 42,797
$ 16,004
$ 1,507
11,861
2,444
5,269
5,221
(515)
778
317
(89)
$ 37,840
$ 4,957
$ 1,304
668
218
124
(76)
$ 2,238
$ 852
$ 452
502
104
235
15
166
114
(111)
(91)
$ 1,708
$ 530
2023
2022
Change
$ 17,511
$ 1,304
$ 16,004
$ 1,507
+9%
$
852
$ 452
+53%
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
7.4%
5.3%
+2.1%
$20,000
$16,004
Sales
+ 9%
$17,511
$-
2022
2023
Sales – Body Exteriors & Structures
Sales increased 9% or $1.51 billion to $17.51 billion for 2023 compared to $16.00 billion for 2022, primarily due to:
• the launch of programs during or subsequent to 2022, including the:
· Honda CR-V;
· Ford F-Series Super Duty;
· BMW X1; and
· Rivian R1S & R1T;
• higher global light vehicle production; and
• customer price increases to recover certain higher production input costs.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the negative impact of lost vehicle production as a result of the UAW labour strikes at certain customers during 2023, which decreased sales by
approximately $200 million;
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which decreased reported U.S. dollar sales by $99 million;
• lower sales as a result of the substantial idling of our Russian facilities; and
• net customer price concessions subsequent to 2022.
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Adjusted EBIT
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
$852
+ 53%
$1,304
$1,500
$-
8.0%
0.0%
5.3%
7.4%
2022
2023
2022
2023
Adjusted EBIT and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales – Body Exteriors & Structures
Adjusted EBIT increased $452 million to $1,304 million for 2023 compared to $852 million for 2022 and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
increased to 7.4% from 5.3%. These increases were primarily due to:
• earnings on higher sales including higher margins due to the impact of operational excellence and cost initiatives;
• productivity and efficiency improvements, including lower costs at certain previously underperforming facilities;
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net favourable impact on a year over year basis; and
• lower provisions against certain accounts receivable and other balances.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the negative impact of the UAW labour strikes during the third and fourth quarters of 2023;
• higher restructuring costs;
• higher launch costs;
• higher pre-operating costs incurred at new facilities;
• lower scrap steel and aluminum recoveries; and
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which had a $19 million unfavourable impact on reported U.S. dollar Adjusted EBIT.
POWER & VISION
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
2023
2022
Change
$ 14,305
$
668
$ 11,861
$ 2,444
+21%
$
502
$ 166
+33%
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
4.7%
4.2%
+0.5%
$15,000
$11,861
Sales
+ 21%
$14,305
$-
2022
2023
Sales – Power & Vision
Sales increased 21% or $2.44 billion to $14.31 billion for 2023 compared to $11.86 billion for 2022, primarily due to:
• the launch of programs during or subsequent to 2022, including the:
· BMW X1 & iX1;
· Chery Tiggo 9;
· Chery Arrizo 8; and
· Fisker Ocean;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022, which increased sales by $820 million;
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• higher global light vehicle production; and
• customer price increases to recover certain higher production input costs.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the negative impact of lost vehicle production as a result of the UAW labour strikes at certain customers during 2023, which decreased sales by
approximately $80 million;
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which decreased reported U.S. dollar sales by $47 million; and
• net customer price concessions subsequent to 2022.
$750
$-
Adjusted EBIT
$502
+ 33%
$668
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
4.2%
4.7%
6.0%
0.0%
2022
2023
2022
2023
Adjusted EBIT and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales – Power & Vision
Adjusted EBIT increased $166 million to $668 million for 2023 compared to $502 million for 2022 and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales increased
to 4.7% from 4.2%. These increases were primarily due to:
• earnings on higher sales including higher margins due to the impact of operational excellence and cost initiatives;
• customer recoveries net of higher production input costs, including for certain commodities, energy, and freight, partially offset by higher prices for
labour;
• cost savings and efficiencies realized, including as a result of restructuring actions taken;
• higher equity income; and
• lower net warranty costs of $15 million.
These factors were partially offset by:
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net unfavourable impact on a year over year basis;
• acquisitions, net of divestitures, subsequent to 2022;
• the negative impact of the UAW labour strikes during the third and fourth quarters of 2023; and
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which had a $20 million unfavourable impact on reported U.S. dollar Adjusted EBIT.
SEATING SYSTEMS
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
2023
$ 6,047
$
218
2022
Change
$ 5,269
$ 778
+15%
$ 104
$ 114
+110%
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
3.6%
2.0%
+1.6%
Sales
$6,500
$5,269
$6,047
+ 15%
$-
2022
2023
Sales – Seating Systems
Sales increased 15% or $778 million to $6.05 billion for 2023 compared to $5.27 billion for 2022, primarily due to:
• the launch of programs during or subsequent to 2022, including the:
· Nissan Frontier;
· Geely Boyue L;
· Changan Oshan Z6; and
· BMW XM;
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• higher global light vehicle production; and
• customer price increases to recover certain higher production input costs.
These factors were partially offset by:
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which decreased reported U.S. dollar sales by $50 million;
• the negative impact of lost vehicle production as a result of the UAW labour strikes at certain customers during 2023, which decreased sales by
approximately $45 million; and
• net customer price concessions subsequent to 2022.
Adjusted EBIT
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
$250
$-
$218
$104
+ 110%
2022
2023
4.5%
0.0%
2.0%
2022
3.6%
2023
Adjusted EBIT and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales – Seating Systems
Adjusted EBIT increased $114 million to $218 million for 2023 compared to $104 million for 2022 and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales increased
to 3.6% from 2.0%. These increases were primarily due to:
• earnings on higher sales including higher margins due to the impact of operational excellence and cost initiatives;
• productivity and efficiency improvements, including lower costs at certain previously underperforming facilities; and
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net favourable impact on a year over year basis.
These factors were partially offset by:
• higher production input costs net of customer recoveries, including for labour and certain commodities;
• higher launch costs;
• the negative impact of the UAW labour strikes during the third and fourth quarters of 2023;
• higher net foreign exchange losses, primarily due to the weakening of the Argentine peso against the U.S. dollar;
• lower equity income; and
• the net weakening of foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, which had a $5 million unfavourable impact on reported U.S. dollar Adjusted EBIT.
COMPLETE VEHICLES
Complete Vehicle Assembly Volumes (thousands of units)(i)
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
2023
105.1
$ 5,538
$
124
2022
Change
112.2
(7.1)
$ 5,221
$ 317
−6%
+6%
$ 235
$ (111)
−47%
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
2.2%
4.5%
−2.3%
(i) Vehicles produced at our Complete Vehicle operations are included in Europe Light Vehicle Production volumes.
Sales
Complete Vehicle Volumes
(thousands of units)
$6,000
$5,221
$5,538
120.0
112.2
105.1
+ 6%
- 6%
$-
-
2022
2023
2022
2023
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Sales – Complete Vehicles
Sales increased 6% or $317 million to $5.54 billion for 2023 compared to $5.22 billion for 2022. The increase in sales was primarily due to favourable
program mix and a $109 million increase in reported U.S. dollar sales as a result of the strengthening of the euro against the U.S. dollar partially offset
by lower assembly volumes, including the end of production of the BMW 5-Series.
$250
$-
Adjusted EBIT
$235
- 47%
$124
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
5.0%
4.5%
2022
2023
0.0%
2022
2.2%
2023
Adjusted EBIT and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales – Complete Vehicles
Adjusted EBIT decreased $111 million to $124 million for 2023 compared to $235 million for 2022 and Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
decreased to 2.2% from 4.5%. These decreases were primarily due to:
• higher launch, engineering and other costs associated with new assembly business;
• commercial items in 2023 and 2022, which had a net unfavourable impact on a year over year basis; and
• lower earnings on lower assembly volumes, net of contractual fixed cost recoveries on certain programs.
These factors were partially offset by higher earnings due to favourable program mix.
CORPORATE AND OTHER
Adjusted EBIT was a loss of $76 million for 2023 compared to income of $15 million for 2022. The $91 million decrease was primarily the result of:
• lower amortization of the initial value of public company securities;
• higher incentive and stock-based compensation;
• higher investments in research, development and new mobility;
• higher labour and benefit costs; and
• higher costs to accelerate our operational excellence initiatives.
These factors were partially offset by an increase in fees received from our divisions and net transactional foreign exchange gains in 2023 compared to
net transactional foreign exchange losses in 2022.
F INANCIAL CONDITIO N, LIQUIDITY AND CAPI TA L RE SO UR CE S
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Cash provided from operating activities
$3,149
$2,095
2022
2023
$3,200
$-
Net income
Items not involving current cash flows
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
Cash provided from operating activities
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2023
$ 1,286
1,642
2,928
221
$ 3,149
2022
Change
$ 641
1,776
2,417
(322)
$ 511
543
$ 2,095
$ 1,054
Cash provided from operating activities
Comparing 2023 to 2022, cash provided from operating activities increased $1.05 billion primarily as a result of:
• a $4.98 billion increase in cash received from customers;
• higher dividends received from equity investments of $84 million; and
• a $28 million decrease in cash taxes.
These factors were partially offset by:
• a $2.84 billion increase in cash paid for materials and overhead;
• a $1.08 billion increase in cash paid for labour; and
• a $75 million increase in cash interest paid.
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
During 2023, we generated $221 million from operating assets and liabilities primarily consisting of:
• a $637 million increase in other accrued liabilities; and
• a $501 million increase in accounts payable.
These factors were partially offset by:
• a $687 million increase in production and other receivables; and
• a $246 million increase in tooling investment for current and upcoming program launches.
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Cash used for investing activities
$-
$(5,000)
$(2,038)
2022
$(4,503)
2023
Fixed asset additions
Increase in investments, other assets and intangible assets
Increase in public and private equity investments
Fixed assets, investments, other assets and intangible assets additions
Proceeds from dispositions
Net cash (outflow) inflow from disposal of facilities
Acquisitions
Cash used for investing activities
2023
2022
Change
$ (2,500)
(562)
(11)
(3,073)
122
(48)
(1,504)
$ (1,681)
(455)
(29)
(2,165)
124
6
(3)
$ (4,503)
$ (2,038)
$ (2,465)
Cash used for investing activities in 2023 was $2.47 billion higher compared to 2022. The change between 2023 and 2022 was primarily due to the
acquisition of Veoneer AS and a $908 million increase in cash used for fixed assets and other assets.
During the fourth quarter of 2022, we entered into an agreement to sell a European Power & Vision operation in early 2023. During the first quarter of
2023, we completed the sale of this operation which resulted in a net cash outflow of $25 million.
In addition, during the third quarter of 2023, we completed the sale of all of our investments in Russia resulting in a net cash outflow of $23 million.
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FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Issues of debt
Increase in short-term borrowings
Issue of Common Shares on exercise of stock options
Contributions to subsidiaries by non-controlling interests
Tax withholdings on vesting of equity awards
Repurchase of Common Shares
Dividends paid to non-controlling interest
Dividends paid
Repayments of debt
Cash provided from (used for) financing activities
2023
$ 2,083
487
20
11
(11)
(13)
(74)
(522)
(644)
$ 1,337
2022
Change
$
54
11
8
5
(15)
(780)
(46)
(514)
(456)
$ (1,733)
$ 3,070
During the first quarter of 2023, we issued the following Senior Notes [the “Senior Notes”]:
Cdn$350 million Senior Notes at 4.950%
€550 million Senior Notes at 4.375%
$300 million Senior Notes at 5.980%
$500 million Senior Notes at 5.500%
Issuance Date
Amount in USD at
Issuance Date
Maturity Date
March 10, 2023
$ 258 million January 31, 2031
March 17, 2023
$ 591 million March 17, 2032
March 21, 2023
$ 300 million March 21, 2026
March 21, 2023
$ 500 million March 21, 2033
The total cash proceeds received from the Senior Note issuances was $1,637 million, which consisted of $1,649 million of Senior Notes less debt
issuance costs of $12 million.
The Senior Notes are unsecured obligations and do not include any financial covenants. We may redeem the Senior Notes in whole or in part at any
time, and from time to time, at specified redemption prices determined in accordance with the terms of the indenture governing the Senior Notes. Refer
to Note 16, “Debt” of our audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023.
On March 6, 2023, we entered into a syndicated, unsecured, delayed draw term loan [the “Term Loan”] with a 3-year tranche of $800 million and 5-year
tranche of $600 million. During the second quarter of 2023, we drew $100 million from the 3-year tranche and $300 million from the 5-year tranche of
the Term Loan. The amounts are drawn in advances of 1,3 or 6-month loans and may be rolled over until the end of the 3- and 5-year terms. The
remaining balance of the facility was subsequently cancelled.
Short-term borrowings increased $487 million in 2023 primarily due to the issuance of Commercial Paper.
Cash dividends paid per Common Share were $1.84 for 2023 compared to $1.80 for 2022.
FINANCING RESOURCES
Liabilities
Short-term borrowings
Long-term debt due within one year
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
Long-term debt
Operating lease liabilities
2023
2022
Change
$
511
819
399
4,175
1,319
$
8
654
276
2,847
1,288
$ 7,223
$ 5,073
$ 2,150
Financial liabilities increased $2.15 billion to $7.22 billion as at December 31, 2023 primarily as a result of the $1.64 billion issuance of Senior Notes
during the first quarter of 2023, a $400 million increase in the Term Loan, and the issuance of $509 million of commercial paper in the fourth quarter of
2023. These increases were offset by a $569 million repayment of Senior Notes.
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CASH RESOURCES
In 2023, our cash resources remain unchanged at $1.2 billion, primarily as a result of cash provided from operating and financing activities being offset
by cash used for investing activities, as discussed above. In addition to our cash resources at December 31, 2023, we had term and operating lines of
credit totaling $4.1 billion, of which $3.0 billion was unused and available.
On March 6, 2023, we entered into a Term Loan with a 3-year tranche of $800 million and a 5-year tranche of $600 million. During the second quarter
of 2023, we drew $100 million from the 3-year tranche and $300 million from the 5-year tranche. The remaining balance of the facility was subsequently
cancelled.
On April 27, 2023, we amended our $2.7 billion syndicated revolving credit facility, including to: (i) extend the maturity date from June 24, 2027 to
June 24, 2028, and (ii) cancel the $150 million Asian tranche and allocate the equivalent amount to the Canadian tranche. As of December 31, 2023, we
have had limited borrowing under this credit facility.
On May 26, 2023, we extended the maturity date of our $800 million 364-day syndicated revolving credit facility from June 24, 2023 to June 24, 2024.
As of December 31, 2023, we have not borrowed any funds under this credit facility.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES ISSUABLE
The following table presents the maximum number of shares that would be outstanding if all of the outstanding options at February 22, 2024 were
exercised:
Common Shares
Stock options(i)
286,866,376
5,572,829
292,439,205
(i) Options to purchase Common Shares are exercisable by the holder in accordance with the vesting provisions and upon payment of the exercise
price as may be determined from time to time pursuant to our stock option plans.
CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS
A purchase obligation is defined as an agreement to purchase goods or services that is enforceable and legally binding on us and that specifies all
significant terms, including: fixed or minimum quantities to be purchased; fixed, minimum or variable price provisions; and the approximate timing of
the transaction. Consistent with our customer obligations, substantially all of our purchases are made under purchase orders with our suppliers which
are requirements based and accordingly do not specify minimum quantities. Other long-term liabilities are defined as long-term liabilities that are
recorded on our consolidated balance sheet. Based on this definition, the following table includes only those contracts which include fixed or minimum
obligations.
At December 31, 2023, we had contractual obligations requiring annual payments as follows:
Operating leases
Long-term debt
Unconditional purchase obligations:
Materials and services
Capital
Total contractual obligations
2024
2025-
2026
2027-
2028
Thereafter
Total
$ 326
$ 535
$ 401
$ 779
$ 2,041
819
1,101
967
2,125
5,012
5,151
1,011
576
199
424
63
45
12
6,196
1,285
$ 7,307
$ 2,411
$ 1,855
$ 2,961
$ 14,534
Our unfunded obligation with respect to employee future benefit plans, which have been actuarially determined, was $550 million at December 31,
2023. These obligations are as follows:
Projected benefit obligation
Less plan assets
Unfunded amount
Pension
Retirement
Long Service
Liability
Liability
Arrangements
Total
Termination and
$ 511
(427)
$ 84
$ 21
–
$ 21
$ 445
–
$ 445
$ 977
(427)
$ 550
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Foreign Currency Activities
Our North American operations negotiate sales contracts with OEMs for payment in U.S. dollars, Canadian dollars and Mexican pesos. Materials and
equipment are purchased in various currencies depending upon competitive factors, including relative currency values. Our North American operations
use labour and materials which are paid for in U.S. dollars, Canadian dollars and Mexican pesos. Our Mexican operations generally use the U.S. dollar
as the functional currency.
Our European operations negotiate sales contracts with OEMs for payment principally in euros. Our European operations’ material, equipment and
labour are paid for principally in euros and U.S. dollars.
Our Asian operations negotiate sales contracts with OEMs for payment principally in Chinese renminbi. Our Asian operations’ material, equipment and
labour are paid for principally in Chinese renminbi.
We employ hedging programs, primarily through the use of foreign exchange forward contracts, in an effort to manage our foreign exchange exposure,
which arises when manufacturing facilities have committed to the delivery of products for which the selling price or material purchases have been
quoted in foreign currencies and for labour in countries where the local currency is not the divisions’ functional currency. These commitments represent
our contractual obligations to deliver products over the duration of the product programs, which can last a number of years. The amount and timing of
the forward contracts will be dependent upon a number of factors, including anticipated production delivery schedules and anticipated production
costs, which may be paid in the foreign currency. Despite these measures, significant long-term fluctuations in relative currency values, in particular a
significant change in the relative values of the U.S. dollar, Canadian dollar, euro, Chinese renminbi or Mexican peso, could have an adverse effect on
our profitability and financial condition (as discussed throughout this MD&A).
NON-G AAP FINANCIAL MEASURES REC ON C IL IATIO N
During 2023, we revised our calculations of Adjusted EBIT, Adjusted diluted earnings per share and Adjusted Return on Invested Capital to exclude the
amortization of acquired intangible assets. Revenue generated from acquired intangible assets is included within revenue in determining net income
attributable to Magna. We believe that excluding the amortization of acquired intangible assets from these Non-GAAP measures helps management
and investors in understanding our underlying performance and improves comparability between our segmented results of operations and our peers.
The historical presentation of these Non-GAAP measures within this MD&A has also been updated to reflect the revised calculations.
The reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures is as follows:
ADJUSTED EBIT
Net income
Add:
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Interest expense, net
Other expense, net
Income taxes
Adjusted EBIT
ADJUSTED EBIT AS A PERCENTAGE OF SALES
Sales
Adjusted EBIT
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of sales
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2023
2022
$ 1,286
$ 641
88
156
388
320
46
81
703
237
$ 2,238
$ 1,708
2023
2022
$ 42,797
$ 37,840
$ 2,238
$ 1,708
5.2%
4.5%
ADJUSTED DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE
Net income attributable to Magna International Inc.
Add (deduct):
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Other expense, net
Tax effect on Amortization of acquired intangible assets and Other expense, net
Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation Allowances
Adjusted net income attributable to Magna International Inc.
Diluted weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding during the period (millions)
Adjusted diluted earnings per share
ADJUSTED RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL
2023
2022
$ 1,213
$ 592
88
388
(70)
(47)
$ 1,572
286.6
$ 5.49
46
703
(79)
(29)
$ 1,233
291.2
$ 4.24
Adjusted Return on Invested Capital is calculated as Adjusted After-tax operating profits divided by Average Invested Capital for the period. Average
Invested Capital for the twelve month period is averaged on a five-fiscal quarter basis.
Net Income
Add (deduct):
Interest expense, net
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Other expense, net
Tax effect on Interest expense, net, Amortization of acquired intangible assets and Other expense, net
Adjustments to Deferred Tax Valuation Allowances
Adjusted After-tax operating profits
Total Assets
Excluding:
Cash and cash equivalents
Deferred tax assets
Less Current Liabilities
Excluding:
Short-term borrowing
Long-term debt due within one year
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
Invested Capital
Adjusted After-tax operating profits
Average Invested Capital
Adjusted Return on Invested Capital
2023
2022
$ 1,286
$ 641
156
88
388
(102)
(47)
81
46
703
(96)
(29)
$ 1,769
$ 1,346
2023
$ 32,255
2022
$ 27,789
(1,198)
(621)
(13,234)
511
819
399
(1,234)
(491)
(10,998)
8
654
276
$ 18,931
$ 16,004
2023
$ 1,769
$ 17,771
2022
$ 1,346
$ 15,924
10.0%
8.5%
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S IGNIFICANT ACC OU NTI NG P OL IC IE S A ND C RITICA L AC C O UN TIN G E STI MATE S
Our significant accounting policies are more fully described in Note 2, “Significant Accounting Policies”, to the consolidated financial statements
included in this Report. The preparation of the audited consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions
that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, as of the
date of the consolidated financial statements. These estimates and assumptions are based on our historical experience, and various other assumptions
we believe to be reasonable in the circumstances. Since these estimates and assumptions are subject to an inherent degree of uncertainty, actual
results in these areas may differ significantly from our estimates.
We believe the following critical accounting policies and estimates affect the more subjective or complex judgements and estimates used in the
preparation of our consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Management has discussed the development and selection of the
following critical accounting policies with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, and the Audit Committee has reviewed our disclosure relating
to critical accounting policies in this MD&A.
BUSINESS COMBINATIONS
We allocate the purchase price of an acquired business to its identifiable assets and liabilities based on estimated fair values at the date of the
acquisition. The excess of the purchase price over the amount allocated to the assets and liabilities, if any, is recorded as goodwill.
Our purchase price allocation methodology contains uncertainties because it requires management to make assumptions and to apply judgement to
estimate the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed. When determining the fair values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed,
management makes significant estimates and assumptions and engages outside appraisal firms to assist in the fair value determination of identifiable
intangible assets and any other significant assets or liabilities. We adjust the preliminary purchase price allocation, as necessary, up to one year after
acquisition closing date as we obtain more information regarding assets acquired and liabilities assumed.
Unanticipated events or circumstances may occur which could affect the accuracy of our fair value estimates, including assumptions regarding
industry economic factors and business strategies. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the estimates, assumptions, and values reflected in
the valuations will be realized, and actual results could vary.
REVENUE RECOGNITION – COMPLETE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY ARRANGEMENTS
Our complete vehicle assembly contracts with customers are complex and often include promises to transfer multiple products and services, some of
which may be implicitly contracted. Each good or service is evaluated to determine whether it represents a distinct performance obligation, and
whether it should be characterized as revenue or as a reimbursement of costs incurred. The total transaction price is then allocated to the distinct
performance obligations based on the expected cost plus a margin approach and recognized as revenue.
Significant interpretation and judgment is sometimes required to determine the appropriate accounting for these contracts including: (i) combining
contracts that may impact the allocation of the transaction price between products and services; (ii) determining whether performance obligations are
considered distinct and are required to be accounted for separately or combined; and (iii) the allocation of the transaction price to each distinct
performance obligation and determining when to recognize revenue.
IMPAIRMENT ASSESSMENTS – GOODWILL, LONG-LIVED ASSETS, AND EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
We review goodwill at the reporting unit level for impairment in the fourth quarter of each year or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances
indicate that goodwill might be impaired. Goodwill impairment is assessed by comparing the fair value of a reporting unit to the underlying carrying
value of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. If a reporting unit’s carrying amount exceeds its fair value, an impairment is recognized
based on that difference. The fair value of a reporting unit is determined using the estimated discounted future cash flows of the reporting unit.
In addition to our review of goodwill, we evaluate fixed assets and other long-lived assets for impairment whenever indicators of impairment exist.
Indicators of impairment include the bankruptcy of a significant customer or the early termination, loss, renegotiation of the terms of, significant volume
decrease in, or delay in the implementation of, any significant production contract. If the sum of the future cash flows expected to result from the asset,
undiscounted and without interest charges, is less than the carrying amount of the asset, an asset impairment may be recognized in the consolidated
financial statements. The amount of impairment to be recognized is calculated by subtracting the fair value of the asset from the carrying amount of the
asset.
As of December 31, 2023, we had equity method investments of $987 million. We monitor our investments for indicators of other-than-temporary
declines in value on an ongoing basis in accordance with U.S. GAAP. If we determine that an other-than-temporary decline in value has occurred, we
recognize an impairment loss, which is measured as the difference between the book value and the fair value of the investment.
We believe that the impairment assessments for goodwill, long-lived assets, and equity method investments contain “critical accounting estimates”
because: (i) they are subject to significant measurement uncertainty and are susceptible to change as management is required to make forward-
looking assumptions regarding the impact of improvement plans on current operations, in-sourcing and other new business opportunities, program
pricing and cost assumptions on current and future business, the timing of new program launches and future forecasted production volumes; and
(ii) any resulting impairment loss could have a material impact on our consolidated net income and on the amount of assets reported in our consolidated
balance sheet.
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WARRANTY
We record product warranty costs, which include product liability and recall costs. Under most customer agreements, we only account for existing or
probable claims on product default issues when amounts related to such issues are probable and reasonably estimable. Under certain complete
vehicle assembly, powertrain systems, and electronics contracts, we record an estimate of future warranty-related costs based on the terms of the
specific customer agreements and/or the Company’s warranty experience.
Product liability and recall provisions are established based on our best estimate of the amounts necessary to settle existing claims. These estimates
typically require assumptions from management regarding: the number of units that may be returned; the cost of the product being replaced; labour to
remove and replace the defective part; and the customer’s administrative costs relating to the recall. In making this estimate, judgement is also required
as to the ultimate negotiated sharing of the cost between us, the customer and, in some cases a supplier. Where applicable, insurance recoveries
related to such provisions are also recorded.
We monitor warranty activity on an ongoing basis and revise our best estimate as necessary. Due to the uncertainty and potential volatility of the factors
contributing to developing estimates of the amounts necessary to settle existing claims, actual product liability costs could be materially different from
our best estimate.
INCOME TAXES
The determination of our tax liabilities involves dealing with uncertainties in the application of complex tax laws. Significant judgement and estimates
are required in determining our provision for income taxes, deferred tax assets and liabilities, and liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits. We recognize
tax benefits from uncertain tax positions only if it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained on examination by the taxing authorities,
based on the technical merits of the position. The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are then measured based on
the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement.
At December 31, 2023, we had gross unrecognized tax benefits of $220 million excluding interest and penalties, of which $188 million, if recognized,
would affect our effective tax rate. The gross unrecognized tax benefits differ from the amount that would affect our effective tax rate due primarily to
the impact of the valuation allowances on deferred tax assets.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the estimated future tax effects attributable to temporary differences between financial statement
carrying value of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and tax loss and credit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities
are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. Accounting standards require
that we assess whether valuation allowances should be established or maintained against our deferred income tax assets, based on consideration of
all available evidence, using a “more-likely-than-not” standard. The factors used to assess the likelihood of realization are: history of losses, forecasts
of future pre-tax income and tax planning strategies that could be implemented to realize the deferred tax assets. On a quarterly basis, we evaluate the
realizability of deferred tax assets by assessing our valuation allowances and by adjusting the amount of such allowances as necessary. We use tax
planning strategies to realize deferred tax assets in order to avoid the potential loss of these tax benefits. Changes in our estimates, due to unforeseen
events or otherwise, could have a material impact on our financial condition and results of operations. Refer to Note 12, “Income Taxes” of the notes
to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
EMPLOYEE FUTURE BENEFIT PLANS
The determination of the obligation and expense for defined benefit pension, termination and long service arrangements and other post-retirement
benefits, such as retiree healthcare and medical benefits, is dependent on the selection of certain assumptions used by actuaries in calculating such
amounts. Those assumptions include, among others, the discount rate, expected long-term rate of return on plan assets and rates of increase in
compensation costs. Actual results that differ from the assumptions used are accumulated and amortized over future periods and therefore impact the
recognized expense in future periods. Significant changes in assumptions or significant plan amendments could materially affect our future employee
benefit obligations and future expense.
At December 31, 2023, we had past service costs and actuarial experience losses of $116 million included in accumulated other comprehensive
income that will be amortized to future employee benefit expense over the expected average remaining service life of employees or over the expected
average life expectancy of retired employees, depending on the status of the plan.
COM MITMENTS AND C ONT INGE NCIE S
From time to time, we may be contingently liable for litigation, legal and/or regulatory actions and proceedings and other claims. Refer to Note 23,
“Contingencies” of our audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023.
For a discussion of risk factors relating to legal and other claims/actions against us, refer to “Item 5. Risk Factors” in our Annual Information Form and
Annual Report on Form 40-F, each in respect of the year ended December 31, 2023.
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CONTR OLS AND P RO C ED UR ES
DISCLOSURE CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended [the
“Exchange Act”]), are designed to ensure that material information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is
recorded, processed, summarized and reported on a timely basis, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to senior management,
including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to enable them to make timely decisions regarding
required disclosure of such information. We have conducted an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of December 31, 2023, under
the supervision, and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer. Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive
Officer and our Chief Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures (as this term is defined in the rules adopted by
Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission [“SEC”]) are effective as of December 31, 2023.
MANAGEMENT’S ANNUAL REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable, but not absolute, assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Our management is responsible for establishing
and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Due to its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not
prevent or detect misstatements on a timely basis. Additionally, projections of any evaluation of the effectiveness of internal control over financial
reporting to future periods are subject to the risk that the controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of
compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Our management used the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission [“COSO”] Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013) to evaluate the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting.
On June 1, 2023, we completed the acquisition of 100% of the common shares of Veoneer AS. As permitted by securities rules and regulations, we
have excluded Veoneer AS from our evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting as of December 31, 2023. The excluded Veoneer AS assets
constituted 4% of our total assets as of December 31, 2023, and 2% of our sales for the year then ended.
Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer have assessed the effectiveness of our internal control over
financial reporting and concluded that, as at December 31, 2023, such internal control over financial reporting is effective. The Company’s internal
control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2023, has been audited by Deloitte LLP, an Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm, who
also audited the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023. Deloitte LLP expressed an unqualified opinion
on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. This report precedes our audited consolidated financial statements for
the year ended December 31, 2023.
CHANGES IN INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Other than the addition of Veoneer AS operations to our internal control over financial reporting, there have been no changes in our internal controls
over financial reporting that occurred during 2023 that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over
financial reporting. We are currently integrating Veoneer AS into our operations, compliance programs, and internal control process.
RIS K FACTORS
Our short and medium-term operational success, as well as our ability to create long-term value through our business strategy, are subject to risks and
uncertainties. The following are the more significant risks:
MACROECONOMIC, GEOPOLITICAL AND OTHER RISKS
• Inflationary Pressures: We continue to experience elevated inflation in all markets in which we operate, with higher commodity, energy, labour,
freight, and other production input pricing expected to persist in 2024. While many of these input price increases will moderate over time, the
increases in wage levels we are currently experiencing are likely to have a longer-term effect on our cost structure. Additionally, we may continue to
experience price increases or surcharges from sub-suppliers in connection with the inflationary pressures they face. The inability to offset inflationary
price increases, including through recoveries from our customers, modifications to our products, continuous improvement actions or otherwise,
could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Interest Rates:
Increasing global inflation rates have spurred a cycle of monetary policy tightening, including through central bank increases to
key short-term lending rates. The availability and cost of credit are both factors affecting consumer confidence, which is a critical driver of vehicle
sales and thus automotive production. A material, sustained decrease in consumer demand for vehicles could result in further reductions to vehicle
production from levels assumed in our business plan, which could have a material adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition. Higher
interest rates will have an adverse effect on our borrowing costs and, if prolonged, could have an adverse effect on our profitability.
• Geopolitical Risks: The occurrence of geopolitical crises, including from the current military conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, could create a number
of risks, including: disruption of energy supplies (particularly natural gas and oil), shipping/transportation and logistics, vehicle production and/or
supply chains; weakening economic growth and consumer confidence; increasing physical or cybersecurity threats; and/or worsening other risks
described elsewhere in these Risk Factors, such as inflationary pressures, commodity prices, relative foreign exchange rates and risks of doing
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business in foreign markets. An expansion or worsening of existing geopolitical crises, or the occurrence of significant new geopolitical risks, could
have a material adverse effect on our business and operations.
RISKS RELATED TO THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
• Economic Cyclicality: Ordinarily, the global automotive industry is cyclical, with potential for regional differences in the timing of expansion and
contraction of economic cycles. In normal industry cycles, lower consumer confidence typically translates to lower vehicle sales and production
volumes. Examples of factors which often reduce consumer confidence include: worsening economic, political, and other conditions; military
conflict; increasing inflation (particularly fuel and energy prices); and rising interest rates. A significant decline in vehicle production volumes from
levels assumed in our business plan could have a material adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition.
• Regional Production Volume Declines: North America, Europe and China are key automotive producing regions for us, and our operating results
are primarily dependent on car and light truck production by our customers in these regions. A significant or sustained decline in vehicle production
volumes in any or all these geographic regions could have a material adverse effect on our operations, sales, and profitability.
• Deteriorating Vehicle Affordability: Vehicle affordability to consumers is becoming more challenged due to a combination of factors, including:
higher prices for electric vehicles; costs related to advanced electronic systems; increasing vehicle finance costs due to rising interest rates;
inflationary cost increases impacting the entire bill of materials for a vehicle; and, in some cases, limited vehicle supply. A material, sustained
decrease in consumer demand for vehicles due to deteriorating vehicle affordability could result in reductions to vehicle production from levels
assumed in our business plan, which could have a material adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition.
• Misalignment Between EV Production and Sales: The automotive industry is transitioning from vehicles powered by internal combustion engines
(“ICE”) to electric vehicles (“EVs”), resulting in significant, industry-wide capital investment in EV-related production capacity. At the same time,
there remains some uncertainty as to consumer acceptance of EVs due to issues such as: vehicle affordability; availability of government subsidies;
concerns regarding evolving battery technologies; anxiety regarding driving range; adequacy of charging infrastructure; the proliferation of new,
EV-focused OEMs and/or new EV models with little or no operating and warranty history; and other factors. Although the number of EVs sold
globally is growing, the rate of growth has moderated in some markets, with a misalignment between EV production/supply and consumer demand
for certain models. If planned production volumes for EV programs do not materialize, we may not be able to recover our capital investments related
to such programs, or to recover such investments within the timeframes contemplated.
• Intense Competition: The automotive supply industry is highly competitive and becoming more so. Some of our competitors have higher or more
rapidly growing market share than we do in certain product or geographic markets. Additionally, a number of established electronics, semiconductor
chip and contract manufacturing companies have entered or expanded their presence in the automotive industry. At the same time, disruptive
technology innovators have been introducing novel product and service solutions which traditional automotive suppliers may not be able to match.
Failure to successfully compete with existing or new competitors, including failure to grow our electronics and/or EV content at or above the industry
rates of growth for such products, could affect our ability to fully implement our corporate strategy.
STRATEGIC RISKS
• Alignment With “Car of the Future”: The success of our corporate strategy is correlated in part to our ability to evolve our product mix based on
alignment with the global megatrends defining the “Car of the Future.” Accordingly, we seek to grow our business and capabilities in areas which are
positively impacted by megatrends related to vehicle electrification, autonomy, new mobility, and connectivity. Examples of such product areas
include powertrain electrification, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and battery enclosures. Some systems in our product portfolio are
negatively impacted by the foregoing megatrends, including manual transmissions, mechanical all-wheel drive/four-wheel drive systems and fuel
tank systems. The failure to grow our megatrend-aligned product areas at or above the industry rates of growth for such products could have a
material adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition.
• Evolving Business Risk Profile: The risk profile of our business continues to evolve with the increasing importance to us of product areas such as
battery enclosures, electrified powertrains, ADAS and electronics, as well as new mobility business models. With this continuing evolution, we may
face new or heightened risks, including: forecasting, planning and capital allocation risks due to uncertainties regarding the shift from ICE to EV
production volumes, take-rates for ADAS systems and/or features offered to consumers as optional items; reduction in demand for certain products
which are unique to ICE vehicles; challenges in quoting for profitable returns on products with leading-edge technologies and/or new service
models for which we may not have significant quoting experience; rigorous testing and validation requirements from OEM customers for complex
new products; increased warranty and recall risks on new products and leading-edge technologies; increased product liability risks; heightened risk
of technological obsolescence of some of our products, processes and/or assets; and difficulties in attracting or retaining employees with critical
skills in high-demand areas. Realization of one or more such risks could have a material adverse effect on our operations, profitability, or financial
condition.
• Technology and Innovation: While we continue to invest in technology and innovation which we believe will be critical to our long-term growth,
the automotive industry is experiencing significant electrical, electronic, and software-driven change and disruption. Our ability to anticipate changes
in technology and to successfully develop and introduce new and enhanced products and/or manufacturing processes on a timely basis will be
significant factors in our ability to remain competitive. Additionally, our success is dependent on our ability to attract, develop and retain employees
with the required technical and/or software skills. If we are unsuccessful or are less successful than our competitors in consistently developing
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innovative products and/or processes, we may be placed at a competitive disadvantage in bidding for new business and may not be able to recover
some or all our engineering, research, and development costs, which could have a material adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition
and ability to fully implement our corporate strategy.
• Investments in Mobility and Technology Companies:
In addition to our development activities, we have invested in various mobility and
technology companies, as well as funds that invest in such companies. Such investments are an important element of our long-term strategy, and
we may make further investments in such companies. However, investing in such companies involves a high degree of risk, including the potential
loss of some or all our investment value. There is currently no public market for the shares or units of some of these investments and, as a result, we
may be unable to monetize such investments in the future. In some cases, we have shares or share purchase warrants with technology-driven
suppliers or OEMs with which we have commercial supply relations; while the value of such equity may be affected by the commercial prospects of
such programs, our ability to exit our investments may be impaired by the existence of our commercial supply relationship. Investments in companies
or funds which are currently or subsequently become publicly traded are “marked-to-market” quarterly, which may result in us recording unrealized
gains or losses in any given quarter. The realization of any of the foregoing investment-related risks could have an adverse effect on our profitability
and financial condition.
CUSTOMER-RELATED RISKS
• Customer Concentration: Although we supply parts to all the leading OEMs, a significant majority of our sales are to six customers: General
Motors, BMW, Stellantis, Daimler, Ford, and Volkswagen. In light of the amount of business we currently have with these six customers, our
opportunities for incremental growth with them may be limited. Additionally, growth rates of OEMs differ by region and segment, with significant
growth by some EV-focused OEMs in certain markets. Shifts in market share away from our top customers could have a material adverse effect on
our profitability to the extent we are unable to offset such lost sales with sufficient sales growth with alternative OEMs.
• Growth of EV-Focused OEMs: A number of EV-focused OEMs, including Tesla, BYD, Changan, Fisker, Geely, Nio, Rivian, SAIC, and VinFast,
have emerged in recent years. While BYD and Tesla have become established global OEMs, it remains too early to predict which of the other
EV-focused OEMs will succeed globally. Some of the China-based, EV-focused OEMs, such as BYD and Geely, are entering the European market
with vehicles exported from China, while VinFast has entered both the European and North American markets with vehicles exported from Vietnam.
Vehicle electrification is an important component of our strategy, including through product areas such as electric drive systems and battery
enclosures, as well as services such as complete vehicle engineering and contract vehicle manufacturing. While we are targeting growth with some
of the newer EV-focused OEMs, we do not have relations with all, nor are such relationships as well established as those with our traditional
customers. The failure to sufficiently grow our sales to those EV-focused OEMs which achieve significant commercial success could adversely
impact our long-term strategy. At the same time, the failure of newer EV-focused OEMs to which we supply systems or vehicles to achieve their
sales projections could adversely impact the success of our customer diversification and electrified product strategies, as well as create counterparty
risks described below.
• Risks of Conducting Business with Fisker and Other Newer EV-Focused OEMs: Conducting business with newer EV-focused OEMs, such as
Fisker, continues to alter the risk profile of our business and poses incremental risks and challenges compared to our traditional customers,
including as a result of: their relatively short operating histories; limited financial, liquidity/capital or other resources; less mature product development
and validation processes; uncertain market acceptance of their products/services; and untested business models. These factors may elevate our
counterparty risks in dealing with such OEMs, particularly with respect to recovery of: pre-production (including tooling, engineering, and launch)
and production receivables; inventory; fixed assets and capitalized pre-production expenditures; as well as other third party obligations related to
such items. As at December 31, 2023, our balance sheet exposure related to these factors was approximately $600 million, the majority of which
related to Fisker. Additionally in the case of Fisker, we hold share purchase warrants which are “marked-to-market” quarterly, resulting in us
recording unrealized gains or losses in any given quarter. The inability of Fisker or other newer EV-focused OEMs to achieve commercial success,
or the bankruptcy or insolvency of Fisker or any such other OEM with which we conduct business, could have a material adverse effect on our
profitability and financial condition.
• Dependence on Outsourcing: We depend on outsourcing by OEMs, including the outsourcing of complete vehicle assembly to our contract
vehicle manufacturing business. The extent of such outsourcing is dependent on a number of factors, including: the cost, quality, and timeliness of
outsourced production relative to in-house production by an OEM; the degree of unutilized capacity at an OEM’s facilities; and collective bargaining
agreements and labour relations between OEMs and labour unions. Currently, OEMs in Europe and China have excess vehicle assembly capacity.
Additionally, since EVs have fewer components than vehicles with internal combustion engines, some OEMs may insource production of certain
components or systems to maintain employment levels committed to in collective bargaining agreements and/or in connection with government
incentives. A reduction in outsourcing by OEMs, or the loss of any material production or assembly programs combined with the failure to secure
alternative programs with sufficient volumes and margins, could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Customer Cooperation and Consolidation: Competing OEMs have cooperated and collaborated in different ways to save costs, including
through: joint purchasing activities; platform sharing; powertrain sharing; joint R&D; and regional joint ventures. Additionally, the automotive industry
has experienced OEM consolidation, with the last material example being the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and PSA Group in 2021. While
OEM cooperation and consolidation may present opportunities, they also present a risk that we could lose future business or experience even
greater pricing pressure on certain production programs, either of which could have an adverse effect on our profitability.
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• Market Shifts: While we supply parts for a wide variety of vehicles produced globally, we do not supply parts for all vehicles produced, nor is the
number or value of parts evenly distributed among the vehicles for which we do supply parts. Shifts in market shares away from vehicles on which
we have significant content, as well as vehicle segments in which our sales may be more heavily concentrated, could have a material adverse effect
on our profitability.
• Consumer Take Rate Shifts: Shifts in consumer preferences may impact “take rates” for certain types of products we sell. Examples of such
products include: all-wheel drive systems; power liftgates; active aerodynamics systems; ADAS; and complete vehicles with certain option packages
or option choices. Where shifts in consumer preferences result in higher “take rates” for products that we do not sell or for products we sell at a
lower margin, our profitability may be adversely affected.
• Customer Purchase Orders: Contracts from our customers consist of blanket purchase orders which generally provide for the supply of a
customer’s annual requirements rather than a specific quantity of products and can be terminated by a customer at any time. We may have various
pre-production, tooling, engineering, and other costs which cannot be recovered from our customers if a purchase order is terminated and/or if
forecast production volumes fail to materialize. The failure to recover such costs could have an adverse effect on our profitability.
• Potential OEM Production-Related Disruptions: Any significant OEM production disruptions, including as a result of labour unrest at customer
or sub-supplier facilities, would lead to disruptions to our production, which could have a material adverse effect on our sales, and profitability.
SUPPLY CHAIN RISKS
• Semiconductor Chip Supply Disruptions and Price Increases: A global shortage of semiconductor chips for use in automotive applications has
had a material adverse effect on global automotive production volumes since 2020 and may continue having some impact in 2024. In response to
semiconductor chip shortages, OEMs may continue to take actions such as: unplanned shutdowns of production lines and/or plants; reductions in
their vehicle production plans; and changes to their product mix. Such OEM responses can result in a number of direct and indirect consequences
for Tier 1 suppliers like Magna, including: lower sales; significant production inefficiencies resulting from our production lines being stopped/
restarted unexpectedly when OEMs allocate scarce chips to specific production programs; higher inventory levels; premium freight costs to expedite
shipments; other unrecoverable costs and charges, including from sub-suppliers which have been adversely affected by higher chip prices and/or
production inefficiencies; and increased challenges in retaining employees through production disruptions. Although supplies of semiconductor
chips are significantly better than in the last two years, it remains unclear when supply and demand for automotive semiconductor chips will fully
rebalance. A worsening or prolongation of the semiconductor chip shortage could have a material adverse effect on our operations, sales, and
profitability.
• Supply Chain Disruptions:
In addition to the global shortage of semiconductor chips for automotive applications, OEMs and Tier 1 automotive
suppliers may also experience supply disruptions or constraints on other critical manufacturing inputs, for a number of different reasons, including:
government regulation or intervention; geopolitical and/or military conflict; interruption of shipping or other transportation routes; natural
catastrophes; labour disruptions; and pandemics. Supply chain disruptions which prevent us from timely supplying products to our customers
could result in a range of potential adverse consequences, including: unrecoverable price increases; elevated, unrecoverable costs such as those
for premium freight or re-sourcing of supply; penalties or business interruption claims by our customers; loss of future business; and reputational
damage. The impacts of prolonged supply chain disruptions or constraints could have a material adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
• Regional Energy Supply and Pricing: Regional energy supplies have from time to time been disrupted due to geopolitical and military conflict,
supply/demand imbalances, government regulation, severe weather events, and challenges related to the transition to renewable energy generation.
Unforeseen supply disruptions, demand spikes, prolonged energy disruptions and/or significant energy price increases could have a material
adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
• Supply Base Condition: We rely on a number of suppliers to supply us with a wide range of components required in connection with our business.
The financial health of automotive suppliers is impacted by a number of factors, including economic conditions and production volumes. A significant
worsening of economic conditions or reduction in production volumes could deteriorate the financial condition of our supply base, which could lead
to, among other things: disruptions in the supply of critical components to us or our customers; and/or temporary shutdowns of one of our production
lines or the production lines of one of our customers; all of which could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
MANUFACTURING / OPERATIONAL RISKS
• Product Launch: The launch of production is a complex process, the success of which depends on a wide range of factors, including: the timing
and frequency of design changes by our customers relative to start of production; product maturity and complexity; production readiness of our
own, as well as our customers’ and suppliers’ manufacturing facilities; robustness of manufacturing and validation processes; launch volumes;
quality and production readiness of tooling and equipment; sufficiency of skilled employees; and initial product quality. Failure by us to successfully
launch a new product or complete vehicle could result in commercial or litigation claims against us which could have a material adverse effect on our
profitability. Additionally, a significant product or program launch failure could adversely affect our reputation and/or ability to execute our strategy.
• Operational Underperformance: From time to time, we may have operating divisions which are not performing at expected levels of profitability.
The size and complexity of automotive manufacturing operations often makes it difficult to achieve a quick turnaround of underperforming divisions.
Significant underperformance in our operating divisions could have a material adverse effect on our profitability and operations.
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• Restructuring Costs: We may sell some product lines and/or downsize, close, or sell some of our operating divisions. By taking such actions, we
may incur restructuring, downsizing and/or other significant non-recurring costs. These costs may be higher in some countries than others and
could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Impairments: We have recorded significant impairment charges related to equity interests in joint ventures, goodwill, and long-lived assets in the
past and may do so again in the future. The occurrence of any of a number of potential scenarios could result in indicators of impairment, including:
the early termination, loss, renegotiation of the terms of, or delay in the implementation of, any significant production contract; the technological
obsolescence of any of our products or production assets; production volumes that are lower than expected; and the insolvency of a customer. In
conducting our impairment analysis, we make forward-looking assumptions regarding: the impact of turnaround plans on underperforming
operations; new business opportunities; program price and cost assumptions on current and future business; the timing and success of new
program launches; and forecast production volumes. To the extent such forward-looking assumptions are not met, any resulting impairment loss
could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Skilled Labour Attraction/Retention: Our business is based on successfully attracting, developing, and retaining employees at all levels of the
company from “shopfloor” to Executive Management. The markets for highly skilled workers, as well as talented professionals and leaders in our
industry are extremely competitive, particularly in the major global automotive and technology centres in which many of our operations are located.
The inability to meet our needs for skilled workers and talented professionals and leaders, whether through recruitment or internal training and
development activities could impact our ability to profitably conduct business and/or effectively implement our strategy.
• Leadership Expertise and Succession: Effective succession planning programs and practices are a critical element of our overall talent
management strategy. We experienced a significant number of planned retirements in the last few years and may experience similar waves in
future years. As a result of such retirements, we have multiple senior leaders recently appointed to roles at a time of significant macroeconomic,
geopolitical, industry and other disruptions discussed elsewhere in these Risk Factors. While we believe that our leadership development and
succession program has been effective in facilitating leadership transitions to date, our ability to profitably conduct business and/or successfully
implement our strategy could be impacted by the failure to: identify, train, develop and support high-performing leaders; ensure effective knowledge
transfers from transitioning leaders to successors; and/or otherwise promote organizational robustness and resilience through leadership transitions
in critical roles.
PRICING RISKS
• Quote/Pricing Assumptions: The time between award of new production business and start of production typically ranges between two and
four years. Since product pricing is typically determined at the time of award, we are subject to significant pricing risk due to changes in input costs
and quote assumptions from the time of award through the start of production. This risk is elevated in a rising inflation environment, particularly with
respect to wages, energy, and commodities. The inability to quote effectively, or the occurrence of a material change in input cost or other quote
assumptions between program award and production, could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Customer Pricing Pressure/Contractual Arrangements: We face ongoing pricing pressure from OEMs, including through: quoting pre-
requirements; long-term supply agreements with mutually agreed price reductions over the life of the agreement; non-contractual annual price
concession demands; pressure to absorb costs related to product design, engineering and tooling, and/or amortize such costs through the piece
price for the product; pressure to assume incremental warranty costs; and OEM refusal to fully offset inflationary price increases. OEMs possess
significant leverage over their suppliers due to their purchasing power and the highly competitive nature of the automotive supply industry. As a
result of the broad portfolio of parts we supply to our six largest OEM customers, such customers may be able to exert greater leverage over us as
compared to our competitors. We attempt to offset price concessions and costs in a number of ways, including through commercial negotiations
with our customers, improved operating efficiencies and cost reduction efforts. Our inability to fully offset price concessions, absorb design,
engineering, and tooling costs, and/or fully recover such costs over the life of production, could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
Moreover, while we attempt to negotiate contractual terms with our suppliers that align with the contractual terms between us and our OEM
customers, we may not always be successful in doing so. Any such gaps between our customer and supplier contract terms could, in certain
circumstances, have an adverse effect on our profitability.
• Commodity Price Volatility: Prices for certain key raw materials and commodities used in our parts, including steel, aluminum, and resin, can be
volatile. In some cases, our risk is mitigated because we purchase steel or aluminum under customer resale programs. Where such commodity
purchases are not made under customer resale programs, we seek to offset commodity price increases by: passing such increases to our customers;
engineering products with reduced commodity content; implementing hedging strategies; or otherwise. To the extent we are unable to offset
commodity price increases, such additional commodity costs could have an adverse effect on our profitability.
• Scrap Steel/Aluminum Price Volatility: Some of our manufacturing facilities generate a significant amount of engineered scrap steel and/or
aluminum in their manufacturing processes but recover some of the value through the sale of such scrap. Scrap steel and scrap aluminum prices
can also be volatile and do not necessarily move in the same direction as steel or aluminum prices. Declines in scrap steel/aluminum prices from
time to time could have an adverse effect on our profitability.
WARRANTY / RECALL RISKS
• Repair/Replacement Costs: We are responsible for repair and replacement costs of defective products we supply to our customers. Certain of
our products, such as transmissions and battery enclosures, typically have a higher unit and labour service cost in the event of replacement. Other
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products, such as cameras, radars and side door latches, are supplied in multiples of two or four for a single vehicle, which could result in significant
cost in the event all need to be replaced. OEMs and/or government regulators can initiate recalls of safety or regulated products, which could place
us at risk for the costs of the administrative costs of the recall in addition to the repair/replacement costs of defective products, even in situations
where we dispute the need for a recall or the responsibility for any alleged defect. The obligation to repair or replace defective products could have
a material adverse effect on our operations and profitability. To the extent such obligation arises as a result of a product recall, we may face
reputational damage, and the combination of administrative and repair/replacement costs could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Warranty Provisions:
In certain circumstances, we are at risk for warranty, product liability and recall costs. We are currently experiencing
increased customer pressure to assume greater warranty responsibility. Certain customers seek to impose partial responsibility for warranty costs
where the underlying root cause of a product or system failure cannot be determined, or where the root cause is disputed, as in the case of a
warranty claim disclosed in the Contingencies note of our consolidated financial statements. Warranty provisions for our products are based on our
best estimate of the amounts necessary to settle existing or probable claims related to product defects. Warranty claims which exceed warranty
provisions could have a material adverse effect on our profitability. In addition, warranty provisions for our powertrain systems, electronics and
complete vehicle programs are also established based on our or our customers’ warranty experience with the applicable type of product and, in
some cases, the terms in the applicable customer agreements. Actual warranty experience which results in costs that exceed our warranty provisions,
could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Product Liability: We cannot guarantee that the design, engineering, testing, validation, and manufacturing measures we employ to ensure
high-quality products will be completely effective, particularly as electronic content and product complexity increases and/or as we enter newer
product areas such as e-Drives or ADAS. If our products fail to perform as expected or as required by governmental regulations, and/or to the extent
any such failure results in, or is alleged to result in, bodily injury and/or property damage or other losses, our customers or government regulators
may initiate a product recall of such products and/or third party product liability claims may be brought against us. The defense of product liability
claims, particularly class action claims in North America, may be costly and judgements against us could impair our reputation and have a material
adverse effect on our profitability.
CLIMATE CHANGE RISKS
• Transition Risks and Physical Risks: Our Sustainability Report, which is appended to our current Annual Information Form / Annual Report on
Form 40-F, contains a detailed discussion of transitional and physical climate change risks, along with our efforts to mitigate them. Readers are
encouraged to review such climate risk disclosures.
• Strategic and Other Risks: A number of the risk factors discussed above contain detailed discussion of strategic and other risks related to the
evolution of the automotive industry and our business within the context of the transition to electromobility, including: Alignment with Car of the
Future; Technology and Innovation; Evolving Business Risk Profile; Growth of EV-Focused OEMs; and Risks of Conducting Business with Fisker and
Other Newer EV-Focused OEMs. Readers are encouraged to review this entire Risk Factors section in its entirety.
IT SECURITY / CYBERSECURITY RISKS
• IT/Cybersecurity Breach: Although we have established and continue to enhance security controls intended to protect our IT systems and
infrastructure, there is no guarantee that such security measures will be effective in preventing unauthorized physical access or cyber-attacks. A
significant breach of our IT systems could: result in theft of funds; cause disruptions in our manufacturing operations; lead to the loss, destruction,
or inappropriate use of sensitive data, including employees’ personal data; or result in theft of our, our customers’ or our suppliers’ intellectual
property or confidential information. The occurrence of any of the foregoing could adversely affect our operations and/or reputation and could lead
to claims against us that could have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Product Cybersecurity: The risk of vehicle cyber-attacks has risen with the proliferation of technology designed to connect vehicles to external
networks. Although vehicle and systems-level cybersecurity controls and protections are typically managed and/or specified by our OEM customers,
we cannot provide assurance that such controls and protections will be effective in preventing cyber intrusion through one of our products.
Furthermore, an OEM customer may still seek to hold us financially responsible, even where the OEM specified the cybersecurity controls and
protections. Any such cyber intrusion could cause reputational damage and lead to claims against us that have an adverse effect on our profitability.
ACQUISITION RISKS
• Inherent Merger and Acquisition Risks: Acquisitions are subject to a range of inherent risks, including the assumption of incremental regulatory/
compliance, pricing, supply chain, commodities, labour relations, litigation, environmental, pensions, warranty, recall, IT, tax, or other risks. While
due diligence on an acquisition target is intended to mitigate such risks, these efforts may not always prove to be sufficient in identifying all risks and
liabilities related to the acquisition, including as a result of: limited access to information; time constraints for conducting due diligence; inability to
access target company facilities and/or personnel; or other limitations in the due diligence process. Additionally, we may identify risks and liabilities
that we are not able to sufficiently mitigate through appropriate contractual indemnities or other protections. The realization of any such risks could
have a material adverse effect on our profitability.
• Acquisition Integration and Synergies: We may not be able to successfully integrate or achieve anticipated synergies from our acquisitions
and/or such acquisitions may be dilutive in the short to medium term. Either of these outcomes could have a material adverse effect on our
profitability.
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OTHER BUSINESS RISKS
• Joint Ventures: We conduct certain of our operations through joint ventures under contractual arrangements under which we share management
responsibilities with our joint venture partners. Joint venture operations carry a range of risks, including those relating to: failure of our joint venture
partner(s) to satisfy contractual obligations; potential conflicts between us and our joint venture partner(s); strategic objectives of joint venture
partners that may differ from our own; potential delays in decision-making; a limited ability to implement some or all of our policies, practices and
controls, or to control legal and regulatory compliance, within the joint venture(s); and other risks inherent to non-wholly-owned operations. The
likelihood of such occurrences and their potential effect on us vary depending on the joint venture arrangement, however, the occurrence of any
such risks could have an adverse effect on our operations, profitability, and reputation.
• Intellectual Property: We own intellectual property that is important to our business and product portfolio. Our intellectual property is an important
factor in protecting our innovation activities and maintaining our competitive advantage. From time to time, our intellectual property rights may be
challenged, including through the assertion of intellectual property infringement claims which could result in us: being prevented from selling certain
products; having to license the infringed product/technology; and/or incurring monetary damages. The foregoing consequences could have an
adverse effect on our sales, profitability, and ability to fully implement our corporate strategy.
• Risks of Doing Business in Foreign Markets: Conducting business in markets outside our traditional markets of North America and Europe
carries a number of potential risks, including those relating to: political, civil and economic instability and uncertainty; military conflict; corruption
risks; high inflation and our ability to recover inflation-related cost increases; trade, customs and tax risks; potential sanctions and export control
risk; expropriation risks; currency exchange rates; currency controls; limitations on the repatriation of funds; insufficient infrastructure; competition
to attract and retain qualified employees; and other risks associated with conducting business internationally. Expansion of our business in China is
an element of our long-term strategy and, as a result, our exposure to the risks described above may be greater in the future. The likelihood of such
occurrences and their potential effect on us vary from country to country and are unpredictable, however, the occurrence of any such risks could
have an adverse effect on our operations, profitability, and financial condition.
• Relative Foreign Exchange Rates: Our profitability is affected by movements of our U.S. dollar reporting currency against the Canadian dollar,
the euro, the Chinese renminbi, and other currencies in which we generate revenues and incur expenses. Significant long-term fluctuations in
relative currency values, in particular a significant change in the relative values of the U.S. dollar, Canadian dollar, euro, or Chinese renminbi, could
have an adverse effect on our profitability and financial condition and any sustained change in such relative currency values could adversely impact
our competitiveness in certain geographic regions.
• Currency Devaluation in Argentina: Our sales in Argentina are generally paid to us in Argentine pesos. We import certain materials needed to
generate these sales, and are contractually obligated to pay in U.S. dollars or other foreign currencies for such materials. The Argentine peso has
experienced significant devaluation recently, including a loss of over 50% of its value relative to the U.S. dollar in December 2023 alone. Foreign
exchange controls imposed by the Government of Argentina have restricted our ability to easily exchange Argentine pesos for U.S. dollars and other
foreign currencies, increasing our exposure to foreign denominated payables. As a result, our profitability may be adversely affected by the impact
of further devaluation of the Argentine peso relative to foreign currencies.
• Returns on Capital Investments:
In recent years, we have invested significant amounts of money in our business through capital expenditures to
support new facilities, expansion of existing facilities, purchases of production equipment and acquisitions. We expect continued elevated capital
expenditures in 2024 to support program awards and our continued growth, including in megatrend areas. Returns achieved on such investments
in the past are not necessarily indicative of the returns we may achieve on future investments and our inability to achieve returns on future investments
which equal or exceed returns on past investments could have a material adverse effect on our level of profitability.
• Financial Flexibility: The occurrence of an economic shock not contemplated in our business plan, a rapid deterioration of conditions or a
prolonged recession could result in the depletion of our cash resources, which could have a material adverse effect on our operations and financial
condition.
• Credit Ratings Changes: There is no assurance that any credit rating currently assigned to us will remain in effect for any period of time or that
any rating will not be revised or withdrawn entirely by a rating agency in the future. A downgrade in the credit ratings assigned to us by one or more
agencies could increase our cost of borrowing or impact our ability to negotiate loans, which could have an adverse effect on our profitability,
financial condition, and the trading price of our Common Shares.
• Stock Price Fluctuation: Trading prices of our Common Shares cannot be predicted and may fluctuate significantly due to a variety of factors,
many of which are outside our control.
LEGAL, REGULATORY AND OTHER RISKS
• Legal and Regulatory Proceedings: From time to time, we may become involved in regulatory proceedings, or become liable for legal, contractual,
and other claims by various parties, including customers, suppliers, former employees, class action plaintiffs and others. Depending on the nature
or duration of any potential proceedings or claims, we may incur substantial costs and expenses, be required to devote significant management
time and resources to the matters and suffer reputational damage as a result of regulatory proceedings. On an ongoing basis, we attempt to assess
the likelihood of any adverse judgements or outcomes to these proceedings or claims, although it is difficult to predict final outcomes with any
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degree of certainty. Except as disclosed from time to time in our consolidated financial statements and/or our MD&A, we do not believe that any of
the proceedings or claims to which we are currently a party will have a material adverse effect on our profitability; however, we cannot provide any
assurance to this effect.
• Changes in Laws: A significant change in the current regulatory environment in our principal markets, including changes in tax laws, laws related
to vehicle emissions, and other laws which impose additional costs on automotive manufacturers or consumers, could have an adverse effect on
our profitability. More than 135 jurisdictions have agreed to implement a new global minimum tax regime (“Pillar Two”) based on model rules
published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development. The proposed Pillar Two rules are intended to ensure that large
multinational enterprises pay a minimum tax of 15% on the income arising in each jurisdiction in which they operate. Although the impact on Magna
will depend on how each jurisdiction implements the model rules, as well as profitability and local tax liabilities of Magna’s operations in those
jurisdictions, we do not believe that the proposed Pillar Two rules will have a material adverse effect; however, we cannot provide any assurance to
this effect.
• Trade Agreements: Historical global growth of the automotive industry has been aided by the free movement of goods, services, people, and
capital through bilateral and regional trade agreements, particularly in North America and Europe. Introduction of measures which impede free trade
could have a material adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
• Trade Disputes/Tariffs:
International trade disputes could, among other things, reduce demand for and production of vehicles, disrupt global
supply chains, distort commodity pricing, impair the ability of automotive suppliers and vehicle manufacturers to make efficient long-term investment
decisions, create volatility in relative foreign exchange rates, and contribute to stock market volatility. The imposition of sanctions, tariffs and/or
escalation of trade disputes which interfere with automotive supply chains could have an adverse effect on our operations and profitability.
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Consolidated Financial Statements
Magna International Inc.
December 31, 2023
30 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Magna International Inc.
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Magna International Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of December 31,
2023 and 2022, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, changes in equity, and cash flows, for each of the two years
in the period ended December 31, 2023, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial
statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, and the results of its
operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2023, in conformity with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company’s
internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2023, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued
by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our report dated February 22, 2024, expressed an unqualified opinion
on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial
statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the
Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and
the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included
performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures
that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial
statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating
the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that was communicated or
required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to an account or disclosure that is material to the consolidated financial
statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgment. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in
any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below,
providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Veoneer Active Safety Business (“Veoneer AS”) Business Combination – Refer to Note 7[a] to the financial
statements
Critical Audit Matter Description
The Company acquired 100% of the common shares and voting interests of the entities holding Veoneer AS and recognized the assets acquired and
the liabilities assumed at fair value, including intangible assets. In determining the fair value of the intangible assets, specifically related to technology,
management was required to make assumptions around the future cash flows used in their valuation methodology.
While there are several estimates and assumptions that are required to determine the fair value of technology, the estimates and assumptions with the
highest degree of subjectivity are the forecasted revenues and the discount rate. This required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased
extent of audit effort, including the need to involve fair value specialists.
How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our audit procedures related to the assumptions used to determine the fair value of technology included the following, among others:
• Evaluated the effectiveness of controls over management’s process for determining the fair value of technology, including management’s controls
over the forecasted revenues and the selection of the discount rate;
• Evaluated the reasonableness of forecasted revenues by comparing the assumptions used in the projections to external market sources, historical
data and results from other areas of the audit;
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• With the assistance of fair value specialists, evaluated the reasonableness of the discount rate by testing the source information underlying the
determination of the discount rate and developing a range of independent estimates and comparing those to the discount rate selected by
management.
/s/ Deloitte LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Public Accountants
Toronto, Canada
February 22, 2024
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2014.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Magna International Inc.
Opi nion on Inte r na l C o ntro l o v er Fi n anc ial Re port in g
We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of Magna International Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2023,
based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (COSO). In our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of
December 31, 2023, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by COSO.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the consolidated
financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023 of the Company and our report dated February 22, 2024, expressed an unqualified
opinion on those financial statements.
As described in Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting, management excluded from its assessment the internal
control over financial reporting at Veoneer Active Safety Business, which was acquired on June 1, 2023, and whose financial statements constitute 4%
of total assets and 2% of sales of the consolidated financial statement amounts as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023. Accordingly, our
audit did not include the internal control over financial reporting at Veoneer Active Safety Business.
Basis for Opinion
The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness
of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting.
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting
firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws
and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included
obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the
design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary
in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s
internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail,
accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are
recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts
and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide
reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have
a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation
of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of
compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/ Deloitte LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Public Accountants
Toronto, Canada
February 22, 2024
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M AG N A I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N C .
CONSOLIDATE D STAT EM ENTS O F IN C OME
[U.S. dollars in millions, except per share figures]
Years ended December 31,
Sales
Costs and expenses
Cost of goods sold
Selling, general and administrative
Depreciation
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Interest expense, net
Equity income
Other expense, net
Income from operations before income taxes
Income taxes
Net income
Income attributable to non-controlling interests
Net income attributable to Magna International Inc.
Earnings per Common Share:
Basic
Diluted
Weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding during the year [in millions]:
Basic
Diluted
See accompanying notes
Note
2023
2022
$ 42,797
$ 37,840
37,185
2,050
1,436
88
156
(112)
388
1,606
320
1,286
(73)
33,188
1,660
1,373
46
81
(89)
703
878
237
641
(49)
$ 1,213
$
592
$
$
4.24
4.23
$
$
2.04
2.03
286.2
286.6
290.4
291.2
16
4
12
5
5
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M AG N A I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N C .
CONSOLIDATE D STAT EM ENTS O F C OMPR EH E NSIV E IN C OM E
[U.S. dollars in millions]
Years ended December 31,
Net income
Note
2023
2022
$ 1,286
$ 641
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
21
Net unrealized gain (loss) on translation of net investment in foreign operations
Net unrealized gain on cash flow hedges
Reclassification of net gain on cash flow hedges to net income
Reclassification of net loss on pensions to net income
Reclassification of loss on translation of net investment in foreign operations to income
Pension and post-retirement benefits
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive income
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests
Comprehensive income attributable to Magna International Inc.
See accompanying notes
166
94
(56)
1
–
(5)
200
1,486
(56)
(531)
1
(20)
6
203
82
(259)
382
(13)
$ 1,430
$ 369
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 35
M AG N A I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N C .
CONSOLIDATE D B A LA NCE S H EE TS
[U.S. dollars in millions, except shares issued]
As at December 31,
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Prepaid expenses and other
Investments
Fixed assets, net
Operating lease right-of-use assets
Intangible assets, net
Goodwill
Other assets
Deferred tax assets
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities
Short-term borrowing
Accounts payable
Other accrued liabilities
Accrued salaries and wages
Income taxes payable
Long-term debt due within one year
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
Long-term debt
Operating lease liabilities
Long-term employee benefit liabilities
Other long-term liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities
Shareholders’ equity
Common Shares [issued: 2023 — 286,552,908; 2022 — 285,931,816]
Contributed surplus
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Non-controlling interests
Commitments and contingencies [notes 16, 17, 22 and 23]
See accompanying notes
On behalf of the Board:
/s/ “Peter Bowie”
Director
/s/ “Robert F. MacLellan”
Chairman of the Board
36 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
Note
2023
2022
6
8
9
10
17
13
11
14, 18
12
15
16
17
16
17
18
19
12
20
21
$ 1,198
7,881
4,606
352
14,037
1,273
9,618
1,744
876
2,767
1,319
621
$ 32,255
$
511
7,842
2,626
912
125
819
399
13,234
4,175
1,319
591
475
184
19,978
3,354
125
9,303
(898)
11,884
393
12,277
$ 32,255
$ 1,234
6,791
4,180
320
12,525
1,429
8,173
1,595
452
2,031
1,093
491
$ 27,789
$
8
6,999
2,118
850
93
654
276
10,998
2,847
1,288
548
461
312
16,454
3,299
111
8,639
(1,114)
10,935
400
11,335
$ 27,789
M AG N A I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N C .
CONSOLIDATE D STAT EM ENTS O F CA S H F LO WS
[U.S. dollars in millions]
Years ended December 31,
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income
Items not involving current cash flows
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
Cash provided from operating activities
INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Acquisitions
Fixed asset additions
Increase in investments, other assets and intangible assets
Increase in public and private equity investments
Proceeds from dispositions
Net cash (outflow) inflow from disposal of facilities
Cash used for investing activities
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Issues of debt
Increase in short-term borrowings
Repayments of debt
Issue of Common Shares on exercise of stock options
Tax withholdings on vesting of equity awards
Repurchase of Common Shares
Contributions to subsidiaries by non-controlling interests
Dividends paid to non-controlling interests
Dividends
Cash provided from (used for) financing activities
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents during the year
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
See accompanying notes
Note
2023
2022
6
6
7
4
16
16
20
$ 1,286
1,642
2,928
221
3,149
(1,504)
(2,500)
(562)
(11)
122
(48)
(4,503)
2,083
487
(644)
20
(11)
(13)
11
(74)
(522)
1,337
(19)
(36)
1,234
$
641
1,776
2,417
(322)
2,095
(3)
(1,681)
(455)
(29)
124
6
(2,038)
54
11
(456)
8
(15)
(780)
5
(46)
(514)
(1,733)
(38)
(1,714)
2,948
6
$
1,198
$
1,234
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 37
M AG N A I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N C .
CONSOLIDATE D STAT EM ENTS O F C HA NGE S IN E QU ITY
Common Shares
Stated Contributed Retained
Value
Surplus Earnings AOCL[i]
Number
[in millions]
297.9 $ 3,403
$ 102
$ 9,231 $ (900)
592
Non-
controlling
Interests
Total
Equity
$ 389 $ 12,225
641
49
(223)
(36)
(259)
0.2
0.5
(0.2)
9
21
(2)
(1)
(21)
(13)
(12.6)
(141)
(648)
9
31
0.1
9
(523)
285.9 $ 3,299
$ 111
$ 8,639 $(1,114)
1,213
5
(8)
47
(46)
5
(8)
8
–
(15)
(780)
31
47
(46)
(514)
$ 400 $ 11,335
1,286
73
217
(17)
11
0.5
0.4
(0.2)
25
26
(2)
(5)
(26)
(9)
(0.2)
(2)
(10)
(1)
45
0.2
8
(530)
(74)
200
11
20
–
(11)
(13)
45
(74)
(522)
286.6 $ 3,354
$ 125
$ 9,303 $ (898)
$ 393 $ 12,277
[U.S. dollars in millions, except number of common shares]
Balance, December 31, 2021
Net income
Other comprehensive loss
Contribution by non-controlling interests
Purchase of non-controlling interests
Shares issued on exercise of stock options
Release of stock and stock units
Tax withholdings on vesting of equity awards
Repurchase and cancellation under
normal course issuer bids [note 20]
Stock-based compensation expense
Business combinations
Dividends paid to non-controlling interests
Dividends paid [$1.80 per share]
Balance, December 31, 2022
Net income
Other comprehensive income
Contribution by non-controlling interests
Shares issued on exercise of stock options
Release of stock and stock units
Tax withholdings on vesting of equity awards
Repurchase and cancellation under
normal course issuer bids [note20]
Stock-based compensation expense
Dividends paid to non-controlling interests
Dividends paid [$1.84 per share]
Balance, December 31, 2023
[i] AOCL is Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss.
See accompanying notes
38 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC.
NOTES TO CON S O LIDATE D FI NA NCI AL STATE MEN TS
[All amounts in U.S. dollars and all tabular amounts in millions, except per share figures, unless otherwise noted]
1 . N AT U R E O F O P E R AT I O N S A N D B A S I S O F P R E S E N TAT I O N
Magna International Inc. [collectively “Magna” or the “Company”] is a mobility technology company and a global supplier in the automotive space. The
Company’s systems approach to design, engineering and manufacturing touches nearly every aspect of the vehicle. Magna has complete vehicle
engineering and contract manufacturing expertise, as well as product capabilities which include body, chassis, exterior, seating, powertrain, active
driver assistance, electronics, mechatronics, mirrors, lighting and roof systems. Magna also has electronic and software capabilities across many of
these areas. In addition, the Company is leveraging its capabilities and platform technologies in areas such as battery management, software stack and
sensors to enter growing adjacent mobility markets such as micromobility.
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in U.S. dollars following accounting principles generally accepted in the United States
[“GAAP”].
For the year ended December 31, 2022, $46 million has been reclassified from Depreciation and amortization to Amortization of acquired intangible
assets on the consolidated statements of income to conform with current period presentation.
Principles of consolidation
The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of Magna and its subsidiaries in which Magna has a controlling financial interest and is
the primary beneficiary. The Company presents non-controlling interests as a separate component within Shareholders’ equity in the Consolidated
Balance Sheets. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated.
Use of estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that
affect the amounts reported and disclosed in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those
estimates.
Foreign currency translation
The Company operates globally, which gives rise to a risk that its earnings and cash flows may be adversely impacted by fluctuations in foreign
exchange rates.
Assets and liabilities of the Company’s operations having a functional currency other than the U.S. dollar are translated into U.S. dollars using the
exchange rate in effect at year end, and revenues and expenses are translated at the average rate during the year. Exchange gains or losses on
translation of the Company’s net investment in these operations are included in comprehensive income and are deferred in accumulated other
comprehensive loss. Foreign exchange gains or losses on debt that was designated as a hedge of the Company’s net investment in these foreign
operations are also recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
Foreign exchange gains and losses on transactions occurring in a currency other than an operation’s functional currency are reflected in net income,
except for gains and losses on foreign exchange contracts used to hedge specific future commitments in foreign currencies and on intercompany
balances which are designated as long-term investments. In particular, the Company uses foreign exchange forward contracts for the sole purpose of
hedging certain of the Company’s future committed foreign currency based outflows and inflows. Most of the Company’s foreign exchange contracts
are subject to master netting arrangements that provide for the net settlement of contracts, by counterparty, in the event of default or termination. All
derivative instruments, including foreign exchange contracts, are recorded on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value. The fair values of derivatives
are recorded on a gross basis in prepaid expenses and other, other assets, other accrued liabilities or other long-term liabilities. To the extent that
derivative instruments are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges, the changes in their fair values are recorded in other comprehensive income.
Changes in the fair value of derivative instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting are recognized immediately in net income based on the
nature of the underlying transaction. Amounts accumulated in other comprehensive loss or income are reclassified to net income in the period in which
the hedged item affects net income.
If the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts cease to be effective as hedges, for example if projected foreign cash inflows or outflows
declined significantly, gains or losses pertaining to the portion of the hedging transactions in excess of projected foreign currency denominated cash
flows would be recognized in net income at the time this condition was identified.
2 . S I G N I F I CA N T AC C O U N T I N G P O L I C I E S
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on account, demand deposits and short-term investments with remaining maturities of less than three months
at acquisition.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 39
Inventories
Production inventories and tooling inventories manufactured in-house are valued at the lower of cost determined substantially on a first-in, first-out
basis, or net realizable value. Cost includes the cost of materials plus direct labour applied to the product and the applicable share of manufacturing
overhead.
Investments
The Company accounts for investments in companies over which it has the ability to exercise significant influence, but does not hold a controlling
financial interest, under the equity method [“Equity method investments”]. The Company monitors its Equity method investments for indicators of
other-than-temporary declines in value on an ongoing basis. If the Company determines that an other-than-temporary decline in value has occurred,
it recognizes an impairment loss, which is measured as the difference between the book value and the fair value of the investment. Fair value is
generally determined using an income approach based on discounted cash flows. The inputs utilized in the analyses are classified as Level 3 inputs
within the fair value hierarchy as defined in ASC 820, “Fair Value Measurement” and primarily consist of expected investee revenue and costs,
estimated production volumes and discount rates.
The Company also has investments in private and publicly traded companies over which it does not have the ability to exercise significant influence.
The Company has elected to use the measurement alternative, defined as cost, less impairments, adjusted by observable price changes to measure
the private equity investments. The Company values its investments in publicly traded equity securities using the closing price on the measurement
date, as reported on the stock exchange on which the securities are traded.
Private equity investments are subject to impairment reviews which considers both qualitative and quantitative factors that may have a significant
impact on the investee’s fair value. Upon determining that an impairment may exist, the security’s fair value is calculated using the best information
available, which may include cash flow projections or other available market data, and is compared to its carrying value. An impairment is recognized
immediately if the carrying value exceeds the fair value.
Long-lived assets
Fixed assets are recorded at historical cost. Depreciation is provided on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of fixed assets at annual
rates of 21∕2% to 5% for buildings, 7% to 10% for general purpose equipment and 10% to 33% for special purpose equipment.
Finite-lived intangible assets, which have arisen principally through acquisitions, include customer relationship intangibles and patents and technology.
Amortization of these finite-lived intangible assets is included within Amortization of acquired intangible assets. Amortization of other finite-lived
intangible assets, including computer software and licenses, is included within Depreciation. Finite-lived intangible assets are amortized on a straight-
line basis over their estimated useful lives which range from 4 to 15 years.
The Company assesses fixed and finite-lived intangible assets for recoverability whenever indicators of impairment exist. If the carrying value of the
asset exceeds the estimated undiscounted cash flows from the use of the asset, then an impairment loss is recognized to write the asset down to fair
value. The fair value of fixed and finite-lived intangible assets is generally determined using estimated discounted future cash flows.
Business combinations
The Company accounts for transactions in which it obtains control of a business in accordance with the acquisition method. The purchase price of an
acquired business is allocated to its identifiable assets and liabilities based on estimated fair values at the date of the acquisition, and any excess is
recorded as goodwill. During the measurement period, which may be up to one year following the acquisition date, the Company may record
adjustments to assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Acquisition related costs incurred as a result of the business combination are expensed as
incurred.
Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquired enterprise over the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed less
any subsequent write-downs for impairment. Goodwill is reviewed for impairment in the fourth quarter of each year, or more frequently if indicators of
potential impairment exist. Goodwill impairment is assessed based on a comparison of the fair value of a reporting unit to the underlying carrying value
of the reporting unit’s net assets, including goodwill. When the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment is recognized
based on that difference. The fair value of a reporting unit is determined using its estimated discounted future cash flows.
Tooling and Pre-Production Engineering Costs Related to Long-Term Supply Agreements
The Company incurs pre-production engineering and tooling costs related to the products produced for its customers under long-term supply
agreements. Customer reimbursements for tooling and pre-production engineering activities that are part of a long-term supply arrangement are
accounted for as a reduction of cost. Pre-production costs related to long-term supply arrangements with a contractual guarantee for reimbursement
and capitalized tooling are included in Other assets.
The Company expenses all pre-production engineering costs for which reimbursement is not contractually guaranteed by the customer. All tooling
costs related to customer-owned tools for which reimbursement is not contractually guaranteed by the customer or for which the Company does not
have a non-cancelable right to use the tooling are also expensed.
40 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
Warranty
The Company has assurance warranties and records product warranty liabilities based on its individual customer agreements. Under most customer
agreements, the Company only accounts for existing or probable claims on product default issues when amounts related to such issues are probable
and reasonably estimable. However, for certain powertrain systems, electronics, and complete vehicle assembly contracts, the Company records an
estimate of future warranty-related costs based on the terms of the specific customer agreements and/or the Company’s warranty experience. Product
liability and recall provisions are established based on the Company’s best estimate of the amounts necessary to settle existing claims which typically
take into account: the number of units that may be returned; the cost of the product being replaced; labour to remove and replace the defective part;
and the customer’s administrative costs relating to the recall. Judgement is also required as to the ultimate negotiated sharing of the cost between the
Company, the customer and, in some cases, a supplier to the Company.
When a decision to recall a product has been made or is probable, the Company’s portion of the estimated cost of the recall is recorded as a charge
to net income in that period. The Company monitors warranty activity on an ongoing basis and adjusts reserve balances when it is probable that future
warranty costs will be different than those previously estimated.
Income taxes
The Company uses the liability method of tax allocation to account for income taxes. Under the liability method of tax allocation, deferred tax assets
and liabilities are determined based on differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the
enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the differences are expected to reverse. The Company assesses whether valuation allowances
should be established or maintained against its deferred tax assets based on consideration of all available evidence using a “more-likely-than-not”
standard. The factors the Company uses to assess the likelihood of realization are its history of losses, forecasts of future pre-tax income and tax
planning strategies that could be implemented to realize the deferred tax assets.
No deferred tax liability is recorded for taxes on undistributed earnings and translation adjustments of foreign subsidiaries if these items are considered
to be reinvested for the foreseeable future, until it becomes apparent that such earnings will be distributed in the foreseeable future and the Company
will incur further tax on remittance.
Recognition of uncertain tax positions is dependent on whether it is more-likely-than-not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination,
including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. A tax position that meets the
more-likely-than-not recognition threshold is measured at the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon
ultimate settlement. The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.
Leases
The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease or contains a lease at inception. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are considered
short-term and are not recorded on the balance sheet. The Company recognizes operating lease expense for these leases on a straight-line basis over
the lease term.
Operating lease right-of-use [“ROU”] assets and operating lease liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the future lease payments over
the lease term at the commencement date. As the rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable for the Company’s operating leases, an
incremental borrowing rate is generally used to determine the present value of future lease payments. The incremental borrowing rate for each lease is
based on the Company’s estimated borrowing rate over a similar term to that of the lease payments, adjusted for various factors including
collateralization, location and currency.
A majority of the Company’s leases for manufacturing facilities are subject to variable lease-related payments, such as escalation clauses based on
consumer price index rates or other similar indices. Variable payments that are based on an index or a rate are included in the recognition of the
Company’s ROU assets and lease liabilities using the index or rate at lease commencement. Subsequent changes to these lease payments due to rate
or index updates are recorded as lease expense in the period incurred.
The Company’s lease agreements generally exclude non-lease components, and do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material
restrictive covenants.
Employee future benefit plans
The cost of providing benefits through defined benefit pensions, lump sum termination and long-term service payment arrangements, and post-
retirement benefits other than pensions is actuarially determined and recognized in income using the projected benefit method pro-rated on service
and management’s best estimate of expected plan investment performance, salary escalation, retirement ages of employees and, with respect to
medical benefits, expected health care costs. Differences arising from plan amendments, changes in assumptions and experience gains and losses
that are greater than 10% of the greater of: [i] the accrued benefit obligation at the beginning of the year; and [ii] the fair value [or market related value]
of plan assets at the beginning of the year, are recognized in income over the expected average remaining service life of employees. Plan assets are
valued at fair value. The cost of providing benefits through defined contribution pension plans is charged to income in the period in respect of which
contributions become payable.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 41
The funded status of the plans is measured as the difference between the fair value of the plan assets and the projected benefit obligation [“PBO”]. The
aggregate of all overfunded plans is recorded in other assets, and the aggregate of all underfunded plans is recorded in long-term employee benefit
liabilities. The portion of the amount by which the actuarial present value of benefits included in the PBO exceeds the fair value of plan assets, payable
in the next twelve months, is reflected in other accrued liabilities.
Revenue recognition
The Company enters into contracts with its customers to provide production parts or assembled vehicles. Contracts do not commit the customer to a
specified quantity of products; however, the Company is generally required to fulfill its customers’ purchasing requirements for the production life of the
vehicle. Contracts do not typically become a performance obligation until the Company receives a purchase order and a customer release for a specific
number of parts or assembled vehicles at a specified price. While long-term supply agreements may range from five to seven years, contracts may be
terminated by customers at any time. Historically, terminations have been minimal. Contracts may also provide for annual price reductions over the
production life of the vehicle, and prices are adjusted on an ongoing basis to reflect changes in product content/cost and other commercial factors.
Revenue is recognized at the point in time when control of the parts produced or assembled vehicles are transferred to the customer according to the
terms of the contract. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration that the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for those
products based on purchase orders and ongoing price adjustments [some of which is accounted for as variable consideration]. The Company uses the
expected value method, taking into account historical data and the status of current negotiations, to estimate the amount to which it expects to be
entitled. Significant changes to the Company’s estimates of variable consideration are not expected.
The Company’s complete vehicle assembly contracts with customers are complex and often include promises to transfer multiple products and
services, some of which may be implicitly contracted. For these arrangements, each good or service is evaluated to determine whether it represents a
distinct performance obligation, and whether it should be characterized as revenue or reimbursement of costs incurred. The total transaction price is
then allocated to the distinct performance obligations based on the expected cost plus a margin approach and amounts related to revenue are
recognized as discussed above.
The terms of the Company’s complete vehicle assembly contracts with customers differ with respect to the ownership of components related to the
assembly process. Under contracts where the Company acts as principal, purchased components in assembled vehicles are included in our inventory,
accounts payable and cost of sales. These costs are reflected in the revenue recognized from the sale of the final assembled vehicle to the customer
and are included in accounts receivable. Where a contract provides that the primary components are held on consignment by the Company, the
revenue recognized principally reflects the assembly fee.
The Company also performs tooling and engineering activities for its customers that are not part of a long-term production arrangement. Tooling and
engineering revenue is recognized at a point in time or over time depending, among other considerations, on whether the Company has an enforceable
right to payment plus a reasonable profit, for performance completed to date. Over-time recognition utilizes costs incurred to date relative to total
estimated costs at completion, to measure progress toward satisfying performance obligations. Revenue is recognized as control is transferred to
customers, in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for those goods and services. For the year
ended December 31, 2023, total tooling and engineering sales were $785 million [2022 – $731 million].
The Company’s customers pay for products received in accordance with payment terms that are customary in the industry, typically 30 to 90 days. The
Company’s contracts with its customers do not have significant financing components.
Taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on, and concurrent with, a specific revenue-producing transaction that are collected
by the Company from a customer are excluded from revenue.
Contract Assets and Liabilities
The Company’s contract assets relate to the right to consideration for work completed but not yet billed and are included in Accounts Receivable.
Amounts may not exceed their net realizable value. As at December 31, 2023, the Company’s unbilled accounts receivable balance was $765 million
[2022 – $571 million]. Contract assets do not include the costs of obtaining or fulfilling a contract with a customer, as these amounts are generally
expensed as incurred.
Customer advances are recorded as deferred revenue [a contract liability]. As at December 31, 2023 the contract liability balance was $570 million
[2022 – $347 million]. As performance obligations were satisfied during 2023, the Company recognized $87 million [2022 – $130 million] of previously
recorded contract liabilities into revenue.
Government assistance
The Company makes periodic applications for financial assistance under available government assistance programs in the various jurisdictions that
the Company operates. Grants relating to capital expenditures are reflected as a reduction of the cost of the related assets. Grants relating to current
operating expenditures may be deferred and recognized in the consolidated statement of income over the period necessary to match them with the
costs that they are intended to compensate and are presented as a reduction of the related expense. The Company also receives tax credits and tax
super allowances, the benefits of which are recorded as a reduction of income tax expense. In addition, the Company receives loans which are
recorded as liabilities in amounts equal to the cash received. When a government loan is issued to the Company at a below-market rate of interest, the
42 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
loan is initially recorded at its net present value and accreted to its face value over the period of the loan. The benefit of the below-market rate of interest
is accounted for similar to a government grant and is measured as the difference between the initial carrying value of the loan and the cash proceeds
received.
Research and development
Costs incurred in connection with research and development activities, to the extent not recoverable from the Company’s customers, are expensed as
incurred. For the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, research and development costs charged to expense, net of reimbursements, were
$862 million and $649 million, respectively.
Restructuring
Restructuring costs generally include employee termination benefits, as well as other costs resulting from restructuring actions. These actions may
result in employees receiving voluntary or involuntary termination benefits, which are mainly pursuant to union or other contractual agreements or
statutory requirements. Voluntary termination benefits are accrued when an employee accepts the related offer. Involuntary termination benefits are
accrued upon the commitment to a termination plan and when liabilities are determined to be probable and estimable. Additional elements of severance
and termination benefits associated with nonrecurring benefits may be recognized rateably over each employee’s required future service period. All
other restructuring costs are expensed as incurred.
Earnings per Common Share
Basic earnings per Common Share are calculated on net income attributable to Magna International Inc. using the weighted average number of
Common Shares outstanding during the year.
Diluted earnings per Common Share are calculated on the weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding, including an adjustment for
stock options outstanding using the treasury stock method.
3 . AC C O U N T I N G STA N DA R D S
FUTURE ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
Segment Reporting
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-07, “Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures”, which
expands disclosure requirements, including enhanced disclosures of significant segment expenses. The amendments of this ASU are effective for the
Company’s December 31, 2024 annual reporting period, and interim periods beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. The adoption of ASU
No. 2023-07 is not expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
Income Tax Disclosures
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-09, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures”, which expands existing
guidance to require companies to disclose, among other items, specific categories in the rate reconciliation, and income taxes paid disaggregated by
jurisdiction. The amendments are effective for the Company’s December 31, 2025 annual reporting period and is not expected to have a significant
impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 43
4 . OT H E R E X P E N S E , N E T
Other expense, net consists of significant items such as: impairment charges; restructuring costs generally related to significant plant closures or
consolidations; net losses (gains) on investments; gains or losses on disposal of facilities or businesses; and other items not reflective of on-going
operating profit or loss. Other expense, net consists of:
Investments[a]
Restructuring[b]
Veoneer Active Safety Business transaction costs[c]
Impairments and loss on sale of operations in Russia[d]
Loss on sale of business[e]
Impairments[f]
Other expense, net
[a] Investments
Revaluation of public company warrants
Non-cash impairment charges[i]
Revaluation of public and private equity investments
Net gain on sale of public equity investments
Other expense, net
Tax effect
Net loss attributable to Magna
2023
$ 201
148
23
16
–
–
$ 388
2023
$ 110
90
1
–
201
(28)
$ 173
2022
$ 221
22
–
376
58
26
$ 703
2022
$ 173
–
49
(1)
221
(53)
$ 168
[i] The non-cash impairment charges relate to impairments of private equity investments and related long-term receivables within Other assets.
[b] Restructuring
For the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company recorded restructuring charges of $117 million [$97 million after tax] in its Power & Vision
segment, and $31 million [$27 million after tax] in its Body Exteriors & Structures segment, respectively.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded restructuring charges of $22 million [$22 million after tax] for its Power & Vision
segment.
[c] Veoneer Active Safety Business transaction costs
During 2023, the Company incurred $23 million [$22 million after tax] of transaction costs related to the acquisition of the Veoneer Active Safety
Business [“Veoneer AS”]. Refer to Note 7, “Business Combinations”, in these consolidated financial statements.
[d] Impairments and loss on sale of operations in Russia
During 2023, the Company completed the sale of all of its investments in Russia which resulted in a loss of $16 million [$16 million after tax]
including a net cash outflow of $23 million.
During 2022, the Company recorded a $376 million [$361 million after tax] impairment charge related to its investment in Russia as a result of the
expected lack of future cashflows and the uncertainties connected with the Russian economy. This included net asset impairments of $173 million
and a $203 million reserve against the related foreign currency translation losses that were included in accumulated other comprehensive loss. The
net asset impairments consisted of $163 million and $10 million in our Body Exteriors & Structures and Seating Systems segments, respectively.
[e] Loss on sale of business
During the fourth quarter of 2022, the Company entered into an agreement to sell a European Power & Vision operation. Under the terms of the
arrangement, the Company was contractually obligated to provide the buyer with up to $42 million of funding, resulting in a loss of $58 million
[$57 million after tax]. During the first quarter of 2023, the Company completed the sale of this operation which resulted in a net cash outflow of
$25 million.
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[f] Impairments
During 2022, the Company recorded impairment charges of $22 million [$21 million after tax] in its Body Exteriors & Structures segment and
$4 million [$3 million after tax] in its Power & Vision segment, respectively.
5 . E A R N I N G S P E R S H A R E
Earnings per share are computed as follows:
Basic earnings per Common Share:
Net income attributable to Magna International Inc.
Weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding during the year
Basic earnings per Common Share
Diluted earnings per Common Share [a]:
Net income attributable to Magna International Inc.
Weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding during the year
Stock options and restricted stock
Diluted earnings per Common Share
2023
2022
$ 1,213
286.2
$ 4.24
$ 592
290.4
$ 2.04
$ 1,213
$ 592
286.2
0.4
286.6
290.4
0.8
291.2
$ 4.23
$ 2.03
[a] Diluted earnings per Common Share exclude 2.8 million [2022 – 1.3 million] Common Shares issuable under the Company’s Incentive Stock Option
Plan because these options were not “in-the-money”. The dilutive effect of participating securities using the two-class method was excluded from
the calculation of earnings per share because the effect would be immaterial.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 45
2023
$
502
696
$ 1,198
2022
$ 720
514
$ 1,234
2023
2022
$ 1,436
88
224
(159)
41
(261)
37
236
$ 1,642
2023
$ (819)
(196)
15
609
(23)
636
(1)
$ 221
$ 1,373
46
169
(201)
21
(202)
(24)
594
$ 1,776
2022
$(798)
(448)
(43)
812
20
250
(115)
$(322)
6 . D E TA I L S O F CA S H F R O M O P E R AT I N G ACT I V I T I E S
[a] Cash and cash equivalents consist of:
Bank term deposits and bankers’ acceptances
Cash
[b] Items not involving current cash flows:
Depreciation
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Amortization of other assets and intangible assets included in cost of goods sold
Deferred revenue amortization
Other non-cash charges
Deferred tax recovery
Equity income less than (in excess of) dividends received
Non-cash portion of Other expense, net [note 4]
[c] Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Prepaid expenses and other
Accounts payable
Accrued salaries and wages
Other accrued liabilities
Income taxes receivable
46 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
7 . B U S I N E S S C O M B I N AT I O N S
[a] Veoneer AS
On June 1, 2023, the Company completed the acquisition of 100% of the common shares and voting interests of the entities holding the Veoneer
Active Safety Business. Veoneer AS supplies active safety products globally including active safety integration systems, radar, camera systems,
internal cabin sensing, thermal sensing, and light detection. The purchase price was $1,438 million [net of $111 million cash acquired].
The acquisition of Veoneer AS was accounted for as a business combination and is recorded in the Company’s Power & Vision segment. The
Company recorded a purchase price allocation for the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair values as of June 1,
2023. The following table summarizes the preliminary purchase price allocation:
Non-cash working capital
Fixed assets
Other assets
Intangible assets
Goodwill
Other liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities
Purchase price
Receivable from seller
Net cash outflow
$ 100
245
96
459
670
(98)
(34)
1,438
37
$ 1,475
The estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are based on the Company’s preliminary estimates and assumptions. The
preliminary purchase price allocation is subject to change within the measurement period and may be subsequently adjusted to reflect final
valuation results and other adjustments, primarily related to measurement of fixed assets and measurement of intangible assets and goodwill.
Intangible assets consist primarily of amounts recognized for the fair value of customer relationship intangibles and technology. These finite-lived
intangible assets are being amortized on a straight-line basis over a 7 year estimated useful life. Recognized goodwill is attributable to the
assembled workforce, expected synergies and other intangible assets that do not qualify for separate recognition, and is not deductible for tax
purposes.
[b] Magna Yuma
On September 11, 2022, Magna invested $25 million in Yulu Mobility, an electrified mobility provider in India. The investment in Yulu Mobility has
been recorded in investments on the consolidated balance sheets.
Magna and Yulu Mobility also established a new battery swapping entity, Magna Yuma, to support electrification of mobility and required
infrastructure. Under the terms of the arrangement, Yulu Mobility contributed certain assets and intellectual property for a 49% interest in Magna
Yuma and Magna contributed cash of $52 million for a 51% controlling interest in Magna Yuma. The investment in Magna Yuma was accounted
for as a business combination and resulted in the recognition of fixed assets of $2 million, goodwill of $20 million, intangible assets of $33 million,
deferred tax liabilities of $8 million and non-controlling interests of $47 million.
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8 .
I N V E N TO R I E S
Inventories consist of:
Raw materials and supplies
Work-in-process
Finished goods
Tooling and engineering
2023
$ 1,861
450
569
1,726
$ 4,606
2022
$ 1,640
427
537
1,576
$ 4,180
Tooling and engineering inventory represents costs incurred on tooling and engineering services contracts in excess of billed and unbilled amounts
included in accounts receivable.
9 .
I N V E ST M E N TS
Equity method investments[a]
Public and private equity investments
Warrants[b]
Debt investments
$
2023
987
230
34
22
2022
$ 997
290
142
–
$ 1,273
$ 1,429
[a] The ownership percentages and carrying values of the Company’s principal equity method investments at December 31 were as follows [in
millions, except percentages]:
LG Magna e-Powertrain Co., Ltd.[i]
Litens Automotive Partnership[ii]
Hubei HAPM Magna Seating Systems Co., Ltd.
BAIC BluePark Magna Automobile Co., Ltd.
49.0%
76.7%
49.9%
49.0%
2023
$ 405
$ 332
$ 129
$ 95
2022
$ 420
$ 337
$ 120
$ 91
[i] LG Magna e-Powertrain [“LGM”] is a variable interest entity [“VIE”] and depends on the Company and LG Electronics for any additional cash
needs. The Company cannot make key operating decisions considered the most significant to the VIE, and is therefore not the primary
beneficiary. The Company’s known maximum exposure to loss approximated the carrying value of its investment balance as at December 31,
2023.
[ii] The Company accounts for its investments under the equity method of accounting as a result of significant participating rights that prevent
control.
[b] In October 2020, the Company signed agreements with Fisker Inc. [“Fisker”] for the platform sharing, engineering and manufacturing of the Fisker
Ocean SUV. In connection with the arrangement, Fisker issued approximately 19.5 million penny warrants to the Company to purchase common
stock, which vested during 2021 and 2022 based on specified milestones for a total value of $320 million. The initial value attributable to the
warrants was deferred within other accrued liabilities and other long-term liabilities and is being recognized in income as performance obligations
are satisfied.
Cumulative unrealized gains and losses on equity securities held as at December 31, 2023 were $28 million and $323 million [$74 million and $205 million
as at December 31, 2022], respectively.
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A summary of the total financial results, as reported by the Company’s equity method investees, in the aggregate, at December 31 was as follows:
Summarized Balance Sheets
Current assets
Non-current assets
Current liabilities
Long-term liabilities
Summarized Income Statements
Sales
Cost of goods sold & expenses
Net income
2023
$ 2,516
$ 1,884
$ 1,702
$
876
2023
$ 5,008
4,863
$
145
2022
$ 2,266
$ 1,866
$ 1,555
$ 715
2022
$ 4,447
4,363
$
84
Sales to equity method investees were approximately $83 million and $51 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
1 0 . F I X E D A S S E TS
Fixed assets consist of:
Cost
Land
Buildings
Machinery and equipment
Accumulated depreciation
Buildings
Machinery and equipment
2023
2022
$
188
3,014
19,226
22,428
$
181
2,740
17,258
20,179
(1,394)
(11,416)
(1,310)
(10,696)
$
9,618
$
8,173
Included in the cost of fixed assets are construction in progress expenditures of $2.6 billion [2022 – $1.5 billion] that have not been depreciated.
1 1 . G O O D W I L L
The following is a continuity of goodwill by segment:
Balance, December 31, 2021
Acquisitions [note 7]
Foreign exchange and other
Balance, December 31, 2022
Acquisitions [note 7]
Foreign exchange and other
Balance, December 31, 2023
Body
Exteriors &
Structures
Power&
Vision
Seating
Systems
Complete
Vehicles
Corporate
471
–
(23)
448
–
4
1,269
–
(71)
1,198
670
60
270
–
(10)
260
–
(2)
112
–
(7)
105
–
4
–
20
–
20
–
–
Total
2,122
20
(111)
2,031
670
66
$ 452
$ 1,928
$ 258
$ 109
$ 20
$ 2,767
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1 2 . I N C O M E TA X E S
[a] The provision for income taxes differs from the expense that would be obtained by applying the Canadian statutory income tax rate as a result of
the following:
2023
26.5%
3.6
1.2
1.2
0.6
(1.4)
(1.7)
(1.7)
(3.0)
(3.2)
(4.1)
1.9
19.9%
2022
26.5%
5.3
7.7
(0.3)
0.4
(1.6)
(0.6)
(3.3)
(2.2)
0.6
(7.1)
1.6
27.0%
2023
$
(184)
1,790
$ 1,606
2022
$ (57)
935
$ 878
2023
2022
$
24
557
581
(26)
(235)
(261)
$ 320
$
5
452
457
(25)
(195)
(220)
$ 237
Canadian statutory income tax rate
Tax on repatriation of foreign earnings
Net effect of losses not benefited
Non-taxable capital losses (gains)
Reserve for uncertain tax positions
Earnings of equity accounted investees
Foreign exchange re-measurement
Deductible inflationary adjustments
Valuation allowance on deferred tax assets
Foreign rate differentials
Research and development tax credits
Others
Effective income tax rate
[b] The details of income (loss) before income taxes by jurisdiction are as follows:
Canadian
Foreign
[c] The details of the income tax provision are as follows:
Current
Canadian
Foreign
Deferred
Canadian
Foreign
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[d] Deferred income taxes have been provided on temporary differences, which consist of the following:
Tax depreciation in excess of (less than) book depreciation
Tax on undistributed foreign earnings
Re-measurement of deferred tax assets
Net tax losses (benefit) utilization
Unrealized loss on remeasurement of investments
Change in valuation allowance on deferred tax assets
Net (increase) decrease in non-deductible liabilities
Book amortization in excess of tax amortization
Others
[e] Deferred tax assets and liabilities consist of the following temporary differences:
Assets
Tax benefit of loss carryforwards
Liabilities currently not deductible for tax
Operating lease liabilities
Other assets tax value in excess of book value
Tax credit carryforwards
Unrealized losses on remeasurement of investments
Unrealized loss on foreign exchange hedges and retirement liabilities
Others
Valuation allowance against tax benefit of loss carryforwards
Other valuation allowance
Liabilities
Operating lease right-of-use assets
Tax depreciation in excess of book depreciation
Tax on undistributed foreign earnings
Unrealized gain on foreign exchange hedges and retirement liabilities
Net deferred tax assets
The net deferred tax assets are presented on the consolidated balance sheet in the following categories:
Long-term deferred tax assets
Long-term deferred tax liabilities
2023
$
33
4
(8)
(25)
(26)
(47)
(63)
(112)
(17)
$ (261)
2022
$ (21)
(34)
(7)
10
(48)
(19)
17
(89)
(29)
$ (220)
2023
2022
$
892
400
399
150
90
79
44
29
2,083
(597)
(221)
$ 1,265
403
232
171
22
828
437
$
2023
$ 621
(184)
$ 437
$ 760
269
367
87
87
37
70
29
1,706
(579)
(198)
$ 929
372
186
171
21
750
$ 179
2022
$ 491
(312)
$ 179
[f] Deferred income taxes have not been provided on $5.3 billion of undistributed earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries, as the Company has
concluded that such earnings should not give rise to additional tax liabilities upon repatriation or are indefinitely reinvested. A determination of the
amount of the unrecognized tax liability relating to the remittance of such undistributed earnings is not practicable.
[g] Income taxes paid in cash [net of refunds] were $546 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 [2022 – $560 million].
[h] As at December 31, 2023, the Company had domestic and foreign operating loss carryforwards of $3.5 billion and tax credit carryforwards of
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 51
$90 million. Approximately $2.3 billion of the operating losses can be carried forward indefinitely. The remaining operating losses and tax credit
carryforwards expire between 2024 and 2043.
[i] As at December 31, 2023 and 2022, the Company’s gross unrecognized tax benefits were $220 million and $142 million, respectively [excluding
interest and penalties], of which $188 million and $135 million, respectively, if recognized, would affect the Company’s effective tax rate. The gross
unrecognized tax benefits differ from the amount that would affect the Company’s effective tax rate due primarily to the impact of the valuation
allowance on deferred tax assets. A summary of the changes in gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Increase based on tax positions related to current year
Decrease based on tax positions of prior years
Settlements
Foreign currency translation
Statute expirations
Acquisitions [note 7]
2023
$ 142
28
–
1
5
(14)
58
$ 220
2022
$ 142
52
(17)
(10)
(4)
(21)
–
$ 142
As at December 31, 2023, the Company recorded interest and penalties on unrecognized tax benefits of $35 million [2022 – $29 million], which
reflects an increase of $6 million [2022 – $3 million] in expenses related to changes in its reserves for interest and penalties.
The Company operates in multiple jurisdictions and its tax returns are periodically audited or subject to review by both domestic and foreign tax
authorities. During the next twelve months, it is reasonably possible that, as a result of audit settlements, the conclusion of current examinations,
or the expiration of the statute of limitations in several jurisdictions, the Company may decrease the amount of its gross unrecognized tax benefits
[including interest and penalties] by approximately $31 million, which if recognized, would affect its effective tax rate.
The Company considers its significant tax jurisdictions to include Canada, the United States, Austria, Germany, Mexico and China. With few
exceptions, the Company remains subject to income tax examination in Germany for years after 2011, China and Mexico for years after 2017,
Canada and Austria for years after 2018, and U.S. federal jurisdiction for years after 2019.
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1 3 . I N TA N G I B L E A S S E TS
Intangible assets consist of:
Cost
Customer relationship intangibles
Patents and Technology
Computer software and other licenses
Accumulated depreciation
Customer relationship intangibles
Patents and Technology
Computer software and other licenses
Remaining weighted
average useful
life in years
2023
2022
7
7
6
$
514
613
621
1,748
(236)
(163)
(473)
$ 388
249
529
1,166
(194)
(118)
(402)
$
876
$ 452
The Company recorded $137 million and $106 million of amortization expense related to finite-lived intangible assets for the years ended December 31,
2023 and 2022, respectively. The Company currently estimates annual amortization expense to be $153 million for 2024, $143 million for 2025,
$131 million for 2026, $120 million for 2027 and $104 million for 2028.
1 4 . OT H E R A S S E TS
Other assets consist of:
Preproduction costs related to long-term supply agreements
Long-term receivables
Unrealized gain on cash flow hedges [note 22]
Pension overfunded status [note 18[a]]
Other
1 5 . WA R R A N T Y
The following is a continuity of the Company’s warranty accruals:
Balance, beginning of year
Expense, net
Settlements
Business combination [note 7]
Foreign exchange and other
$
2023
835
321
4
41
118
2022
$ 679
262
26
41
85
$ 1,319
$1,093
2023
$ 257
85
(91)
12
7
$ 270
2022
$ 247
101
(77)
–
(14)
$ 257
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1 6 . D E BT
Short-term borrowings
[a] Credit Facilities
On May 26, 2023, the Company extended the maturity date of its $800 million 364-day syndicated revolving credit facility from June 24, 2023 to
June 24, 2024. The facility can be drawn in U.S. dollars or Canadian dollars. The Company had not borrowed any funds under this credit facility as
at December 31, 2023 and 2022.
[b] Commercial Paper Program
The Company has a U.S. commercial paper program [the “U.S. Program”] and a euro-commercial paper program [the “euro-Program”]. Under the
U.S. Program, the Company may issue U.S. commercial paper notes [“the U.S. notes”] up to a maximum aggregate amount of U.S. $2 billion.
Under the euro-Program, the Company may issue euro-commercial paper notes [the “euro notes”] up to a maximum aggregate amount of
€500 million or its equivalent in alternative currencies. The U.S. notes and the euro notes are guaranteed by the Company’s existing global credit
facility. As at December 31, 2023, $299 million of U.S. notes were outstanding, with a weighted average interest rate of 5.57% and $210 million of
Euro notes were outstanding, with a weighted average interest rate of 4.02%. Maturities on amounts outstanding are less than three months. No
amounts were outstanding as at December 31, 2022.
Long-term borrowings
[a] The Company’s long-term debt, net of unamortized issuance costs, is substantially uncollateralized and consists of the following:
2023
2022
Senior Notes [note 16 [c]]
$750 million Senior Notes due 2024 at 3.625%
$650 million Senior Notes due 2025 at 4.150%
$300 million Senior Notes due 2026 at 5.980%
€600 million Senior Notes due 2027 at 1.500%
$750 million Senior Notes due 2030 at 2.450%
Cdn$350 million Senior Notes due 2031 at 4.950%
€550 million Senior Notes due 2032 at 4.375%
$500 million Senior Notes due 2033 at 5.500%
€550 million Senior Notes due 2023 at 1.900%
Bank term debt at a weighted average interest rate of 5.99% [2022 – 3.98%], denominated primarily in USD
and Chinese Renminbi [note 16 [d]]
Government loans at a weighted average interest rate of 0.12% [2022 – 0.12%], denominated primarily in
Canadian dollar and euro
Other
Less due within one year
[b] Future principal repayments on long-term debt are estimated to be as follows:
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
Thereafter
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$
750
648
298
662
745
263
604
495
–
510
8
11
4,994
819
$ 4,175
749
647
–
640
744
–
–
–
588
114
8
11
3,501
654
$ 2,847
$ 819
693
408
666
301
2,125
$ 5,012
[c] During the first quarter of 2023, the Company issued the following Senior Notes:
Cdn$350 million Senior Notes at 4.950%
€550 million Senior Notes at 4.375%
$300 million Senior Notes at 5.980%
$500 million Senior Notes at 5.500%
Issuance Date
Maturity Date
March 10, 2023 January 31, 2031
March 17, 2023 March 17, 2032
March 21, 2023 March 21, 2026
March 21, 2023 March 21, 2033
All of the Senior Notes pay a fixed rate of interest semi-annually except for the €550 million and €600 million Senior Notes which pay a fixed rate of
interest annually. The Senior Notes are unsecured obligations and do not include any financial covenants. The Company may redeem the Senior
Notes in whole or in part at any time, at specified redemption prices determined in accordance with the terms of each of the respective indentures
governing the Senior Notes.
[d] On March 6, 2023, the Company entered into a syndicated, unsecured, delayed draw term loan [the “Term Loan”] with a 3-year tranche of
$800 million and 5-year tranche of $600 million. During the second quarter of 2023, the Company drew $100 million from the 3-year tranche and
$300 million from the 5-year tranche of the Term Loan. The amounts are drawn in advances of 1, 3 or 6-month loans and may be rolled over until
the end of the 3- and 5-year terms. The remaining balance of the facility was subsequently cancelled.
[e] On April 27, 2023, the Company amended its $2.7 billion syndicated revolving credit facility, including to: (i) extend the maturity date from June 24,
2027 to June 24, 2028, and (ii) cancel the $150 million Asian tranche and allocate the equivalent amount to the Canadian tranche. The Company
had limited borrowing under this credit facility. The facility also includes a $150 million Mexican tranche and a tranche for Canada, U.S. and Europe,
which is fully transferable between jurisdictions and can be drawn in U.S. dollars, Canadian dollars or Euros. As at December 31, 2023, there was
no amount outstanding [2022 – $1 million].
[f] Interest expense, net includes:
Interest expense
Current
Long-term
Interest income
Interest expense, net
[g] Interest paid in cash was $242 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 [2022 – $128 million].
2023
2022
$
80
162
242
(86)
$ 25
101
126
(45)
$ 156
$ 81
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1 7 . L E A S E S
[a] The Company has entered into leases primarily for real estate, manufacturing equipment and vehicles with terms that range from 1 to 10 years,
excluding land use rights which generally extend over 90 years. These leases often include options to extend the term of the lease, most often for
a period of 5 years. When it is reasonably certain that the option will be exercised, the impact of the option is included in the lease term for purposes
of determining total future lease payments.
Costs associated with the Company’s operating lease expense were as follows:
Operating lease expense
Short-term lease expense
Variable lease expense
Total lease expense
Supplemental information related to the Company’s operating leases is as follows:
Operating cash flows – cash paid
New right-of-use assets
Weighted-average remaining lease term
Weighted-average discount rate
[b] Operating lease liabilities consist of:
Current operating liabilities
Non-current operating lease liabilities
Total lease liabilities
[c] Future annual payments for operating leases are as follows:
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
Thereafter
Less: amount representing interest
Total lease liabilities
2023
$ 353
18
27
$ 398
2022
$ 344
25
26
$ 395
2023
2022
$
$
366
320
8 years
$
$
375
167
8 years
5.4%
4.7%
2023
$ 399
1,319
$1,718
2022
$ 276
1,288
$1,564
2023[i]
$ 326
291
244
215
186
779
2,041
323
$ 1,718
[i] Excludes $143 million of future payments for leases, primarily for manufacturing facilities, commencing during 2024.
[d] The Company’s finance leases were not material for any of the periods presented.
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1 8 . LO N G -T E R M E M P LOY E E B E N E F I T L I A B I L I T I E S
Long-term employee benefit liabilities consist of:
Defined benefit pension plans and other [a]
Termination and long-term service arrangements [b]
Retirement medical benefits plans [c]
Other long-term employee benefits
Long-term employee benefit obligations
[a] Defined benefit pension plans
2023
$ 124
428
20
19
$ 591
2022
$ 146
369
20
13
$ 548
The Company sponsors a number of defined benefit pension plans and similar arrangements for its employees. All pension plans are funded to at
least the minimum legal funding requirements, while European defined benefit pension plans are unfunded.
The significant weighted average actuarial assumptions adopted in measuring the Company’s obligations and costs are as follows:
Projected benefit obligation
Discount rate
Rate of compensation increase
Net periodic benefit cost
Discount rate
Rate of compensation increase
Expected return on plan assets
2023
2022
4.7%
3.7%
4.5%
3.7%
5.7%
4.8%
3.6%
2.8%
2.9%
4.6%
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 57
Information about the Company’s defined benefit pension plans is as follows:
Projected benefit obligation
Beginning of year
Current service cost
Interest cost
Actuarial gains and changes in actuarial assumptions
Benefits paid
Acquisition [note 7]
Divestiture
Foreign exchange
End of year
Plan assets at fair value [i]
Beginning of year
Return on plan assets
Employer contributions
Benefits paid
Foreign exchange
End of year
Ending funded status – Plan deficit
Amounts recorded in the consolidated balance sheet
Non-current asset [note 14]
Current liability
Non-current liability
Net liability
Amounts recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income Unrecognized actuarial losses
Net periodic benefit cost
Current service cost
Interest cost
Return on plan assets
Actuarial losses
Net periodic benefit cost
2023
2022
$ 498
6
22
5
(24)
4
(10)
10
511
391
41
7
(19)
7
427
$ 689
9
14
(155)
(31)
–
–
(28)
498
532
(107)
11
(27)
(18)
391
$
84
$ 107
$
$
$
$
41
1
124
84
(75)
6
22
(21)
3
$
10
$
41
2
146
$ 107
$ (86)
$
$
9
14
(23)
3
3
[i] The asset allocation of the Company’s defined benefit pension plans at December 31, 2023 and the target allocation range for 2024 are as
follows:
Fixed income securities
Equity securities
Cash and cash equivalents
2024
60-86%
19-45%
0-10%
100%
2023
67%
28%
5%
100%
Substantially all of the plan assets’ fair value has been determined using significant observable inputs [level 2] from indirect market prices on
regulated financial exchanges.
The expected rate of return on plan assets was determined by considering the Company’s current investment mix, the historic performance of
these investment categories and expected future performance of these investment categories.
58 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
[b] Termination and long-term service arrangements
Pursuant to labour laws and national labour agreements in certain European countries and Mexico, the Company is obligated to provide lump sum
termination payments to employees on retirement or involuntary termination, and long service payments contingent upon persons reaching a
predefined number of years of service.
The weighted average significant actuarial assumptions adopted in measuring the Company’s projected termination and long-term service benefit
obligations and net periodic benefit cost are as follows:
Discount rate
Rate of compensation increase
Information about the Company’s termination and long-term service arrangements is as follows:
Projected benefit obligation
Beginning of year
Current service cost
Interest cost
Actuarial losses (gains) and changes in actuarial assumptions
Benefits paid
Foreign exchange
Ending funded status – Plan deficit
Amounts recorded in the consolidated balance sheet
Current liability
Non-current liability
Net liability
Amounts recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income Unrecognized actuarial losses
Net periodic benefit cost
Current service cost
Interest cost
Actuarial losses
Net periodic benefit cost
[c] Retirement medical benefits plans
2023
2022
5.3%
3.7%
4.8%
3.5%
2023
2022
$ 387
16
20
21
(24)
25
$ 445
$ 17
428
$ 445
$
(59)
$ 16
20
7
$ 43
$ 467
13
11
(67)
(18)
(19)
$ 387
$ 18
369
$ 387
$ (38)
$ 13
11
7
$ 31
The Company sponsors a number of retirement medical plans which were assumed on certain acquisitions in prior years. These plans are frozen
to new employees and incur no current service costs. In addition, the Company sponsors a retirement medical benefits plan that was amended
during 2009 such that substantially all employees retiring on or after August 1, 2009 no longer participate in the plan.
The weighted average discount rates used in measuring the Company’s projected retirement medical benefit obligations and net periodic benefit
cost are as follows:
Retirement medical benefit obligations
Net periodic benefit cost
Health care cost inflation
2023
2022
4.8%
5.1%
6.7%
5.1%
3.1%
6.8%
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 59
Information about the Company’s retirement medical benefits plans are as follows:
Projected benefit obligation
Beginning of year
Interest cost
Employer contributions
Actuarial gains and changes in actuarial assumptions
Benefits paid
Foreign exchange
Ending funded status – Plan deficit
Amounts recorded in the consolidated balance sheet
Current liability
Non-current liability
Net liability
Amounts recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income Unrecognized actuarial gains
Net periodic benefit cost
Interest cost
Actuarial gains
Net periodic benefit cost
[d] Future benefit payments
2023
2022
$ 21
1
1
(3)
(1)
2
$ 21
$
1
20
$ 21
$ 19
$
1
(1)
$
–
$ 27
1
–
(6)
(1)
–
$ 21
$ 1
20
$ 21
$ 17
$ 1
(1)
$ –
Expected employer contributions – 2024
$ 13
$ 17
$ 1
$ 31
Termination
Defined
benefit
and long
Retirement
service
medical
pension plans
arrangements
benefits plans
Total
Expected benefit payments:
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
Thereafter
1 9 . OT H E R LO N G -T E R M L I A B I L I T I E S
Other long-term liabilities consist of:
Long-term portion of income taxes payable
Long-term portion of deferred revenue
Asset retirement obligation
Long-term portion of fair value of hedges [note 21]
Other
60 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
$ 27
$ 17
$ 1
$ 45
26
27
29
30
166
$ 305
19
22
25
31
314
$ 428
1
1
1
2
6
$ 12
46
50
55
63
486
$ 745
2023
$ 167
223
37
8
40
$ 475
2022
$ 136
207
35
31
52
$ 461
2 0 . CA P I TA L STO C K
[a] At December 31, 2023, the Company’s authorized, issued and outstanding capital stock are as follows:
Preference shares – issuable in series –
99,760,000 authorized preference shares, issuable in series, none of which are currently issued or outstanding.
Common Shares –
Common Shares without par value [unlimited amount authorized] have the following attributes:
[i] Each share is entitled to one vote per share at all meetings of shareholders.
[ii] Each share shall participate equally as to dividends.
[b] The Company had Normal Course Issuer Bid in place for the 12-month periods beginning November 2021 and 2022.
On February 12, 2024, the Toronto Stock Exchange [“TSX”] accepted the Company’s Notice of Intention to make a Normal Course Issuer Bid
relating to the purchase for cancellation, as well as purchases to fund the Company’s stock-based compensation awards or programs and/or the
Company’s obligations to its deferred profit sharing plans, of up to 0.3 million Magna Common Shares [the “2024 Bid”], representing approximately
0.11% of the Company’s public float of Common Shares. The Bid commenced on February 15, 2024 and will terminate no later than February 14,
2025.
The following is a summary of the Normal Course Issuer Bids [number of shares in the table below are expressed in whole numbers]:
2021 Bid
2022 Bid
2023
2022
Shares
purchased
–
239,296
239,296
Cash
amount
$
–
13
$ 13
Shares
purchased
12,554,879
6,608
12,561,487
Cash
amount
$ 779
1
$ 780
[c] The following table presents the maximum number of shares that would be outstanding if all the dilutive instruments outstanding at February 22,
2024 were exercised or converted:
Common Shares
Stock options[i]
286,866,376
5,572,829
292,439,205
[i] Options to purchase Common Shares are exercisable by the holder in accordance with the vesting provisions and upon payment of the
exercise price as may be determined from time to time pursuant to the Company’s stock option plans.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 61
2 1 . AC C U M U L AT E D OT H E R C O M P R E H E N S I V E LO S S
The following is a continuity schedule of accumulated other comprehensive loss [“AOCL”]:
Accumulated net unrealized loss on translation of net investment in foreign operations
Balance, beginning of year
Net unrealized gain (loss)
Repurchase of shares under Normal Course Issuer Bids [note 20]
Recognition of cumulative translation adjustment loss in Russia [note 4]
Balance, end of year
Accumulated net unrealized gain on cash flow hedges [b]
Balance, beginning of year
Net unrealized gain
Reclassification of net gain to net income [a]
Balance, end of year
Accumulated net unrealized loss on other long-term liabilities [b]
Balance, beginning of year
Net unrealized (loss) gains
Reclassification of net loss to net income [a]
Balance, end of year
Total accumulated other comprehensive loss [c]
[a] The effects on net income of amounts reclassified from AOCL, with presentation location, were as follows:
Cash flow hedges
Sales
Cost of sales
Income tax
Net of tax
Other long-term liabilities
Cost of sales
Income tax
Net of tax
2023
2022
$ (1,018)
183
(1)
–
(836)
$ (735)
(495)
9
203
(1,018)
5
94
(56)
43
(101)
(5)
1
(105)
24
1
(20)
5
(189)
82
6
(101)
$
(898)
$ (1,114)
2023
2022
$
(32)
107
(19)
56
(1)
–
(1)
$ (15)
41
(6)
20
(8)
2
(6)
Total net gain reclassified to net income
$ 55
$ 14
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[b] The amount of income tax (loss) benefit that has been allocated to each component of other comprehensive loss is as follows:
Accumulated net unrealized loss on translation of net investment in foreign operations
Accumulated net unrealized gain on cash flow hedges
Balance, beginning of year
Net unrealized (loss) gain
Reclassification of net loss to net income
Balance, end of year
Accumulated net unrealized loss on other long-term liabilities
Balance, beginning of year
Net unrealized gain (loss)
Reclassification of net gain to net income
Balance, end of year
Total income tax (loss) benefit
2023
$
6
2022
$
4
–
(35)
19
(16)
6
3
–
9
(8)
2
6
–
25
(17)
(2)
6
$
(1)
$ 10
[c] The amount of other comprehensive gain that is expected to be reclassified to net income during 2024 is $64 million.
2 2 . F I N A N C I A L I N ST R U M E N TS
[a] Foreign exchange contracts
At December 31, 2023, the Company had outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts representing commitments to buy and sell various
foreign currencies. Significant commitments are as follows:
For Canadian dollars
For U.S. dollars
For euros
Buy (Sell)
U.S. dollar
amount
Weighted
average
Weighted
Peso
average
U.S. dollar
rate
amount
rate
amount
Weighted
average
rate
Czech
Weighted
Koruna
amount
average
rate
2024
2024
2025
2025
2026
18
(397)
4
(234)
(72)
(681)
1.313
0.779
1.352
0.780
0.782
4,104
–
320
–
–
4,424
0.043
–
0.045
–
–
23
(40)
1
(16)
–
(32)
0.870
1.141
0.941
1.076
–
1,641
0.037
–
–
–
–
1,641
–
–
–
–
Based on forward foreign exchange rates as at December 31, 2023 for contracts with similar remaining terms to maturity, the pre-tax gains and
losses relating to the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts recognized in other comprehensive income were $79 million and $15 million,
respectively [note 21].
The Company does not enter into foreign exchange forward contracts for speculative purposes.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 63
[b] Financial assets and liabilities
The Company’s financial assets and liabilities consist of the following:
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Warrants and public and private equity investments
Long-term receivables included in other assets [note 14]
Financial liabilities
Short-term borrowing
Long-term debt (including portion due within one year)
Accounts payable
Derivatives designated as effective hedges, measured at fair value
Foreign currency contracts
Prepaid expenses
Other assets
Other accrued liabilities
Other long-term liabilities
2023
2022
$ 1,198
7,881
56
321
$ 9,456
$
511
4,994
7,842
$ 1,234
6,791
432
262
$ 8,719
$
8
3,501
6,999
$ 13,347
$ 10,508
$
$
78
4
(13)
(8)
61
$
65
26
(43)
(31)
$
17
[c] Derivatives designated as effective hedges, measured at fair value
The Company presents derivatives that are designated as effective hedges at gross fair values in the consolidated balance sheets. However,
master netting and other similar arrangements allow net settlements under certain conditions. The following table summarizes the Company’s
derivative foreign currency contracts at gross fair value as reflected in the consolidated balance sheets and the unrecognized impacts of master
netting arrangements:
December 31, 2023
Assets
Liabilities
December 31, 2022
Assets
Liabilities
[d] Supplier financing program
Gross
amounts
presented
in consolidated
balance sheets
Gross
amounts
not offset
in consolidated
balance sheets
$ 82
$ (20)
$ 91
$ (74)
$
$
7
(7)
$ 42
$ (42)
Net
amounts
$ 75
$ (13)
$ 49
$ (32)
The Company has supplier financing programs with third-party financial institutions that provides financing to suppliers who provide tooling related
materials. This arrangement allows these suppliers to elect to be paid by a financial institution at a discount earlier than the maturity date of the
receivable, which may extend from 6 to 18 months. The Company will pay the full amount owing to the financial institution on the maturity dates.
Amounts outstanding under this program as at December 31, 2023 were $132 million [2022 – $135 million] and are presented within accounts
payable.
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[e] Fair value
The Company determined the estimated fair values of its financial instruments based on valuation methodologies it believes are appropriate;
however, considerable judgment is required to develop these estimates. Accordingly, these estimated fair values are not necessarily indicative of
the amounts the Company could realize in a current market exchange. The estimated fair value amounts can be materially affected by the use of
different assumptions or methodologies. The methods and assumptions used to estimate the fair value of financial instruments are described
below:
Cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and short-term borrowings
Due to the short period to maturity of the instruments, the carrying values as presented in the consolidated balance sheets are reasonable
estimates of fair values.
Publicly traded and private equity securities
The fair value of the Company’s investments in publicly traded equity securities is determined using the closing price on the measurement date, as
reported on the stock exchange on which the securities are traded. [Level 1 input based on the GAAP fair value hierarchy.]
The Company estimates the value of its private equity securities based on valuation methods using the observable transaction price at the
transaction date and other observable inputs including rights and obligations of the securities held by the Company. [Level 3 input based on the
GAAP fair value hierarchy.]
Warrants
The Company estimates the value of its warrants based on the quoted prices in the active market for Fisker’s common shares. [Level 2 inputs
based on the GAAP fair value hierarchy.]
Term Loan
The Company’s Term Loan consists of advances in the form of 1, 3 or 6-month loans, that may be rolled over until the end of the 3 and 5-year terms.
Due to the short-term maturity of each 1, 3 or 6 month loan, the carrying value as presented in the consolidated balance sheets is a reasonable
estimate of its fair value.
Senior Notes
At December 31, 2023, the net book value of the Company’s Senior Notes was $4.5 billion and the estimated fair value was $4.4 billion. The fair
value of our Senior Notes are classified as Level 1 when quoted prices in active markets are available and Level 2 when the quoted prices are from
less active markets or when other observable inputs are used to determine fair value.
[f] Credit risk
The Company’s financial assets that are exposed to credit risk consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and foreign
exchange and commodity forward contracts with positive fair values. Cash and cash equivalents, which consist of short-term investments, are only
invested in bank term deposits and bank commercial paper with an investment grade credit rating. Credit risk is further reduced by limiting the
amount which is invested in certain major financial institutions.
The Company is also exposed to credit risk from the potential default by any of its counterparties on its foreign exchange forward contracts. The
Company mitigates this credit risk by dealing with counterparties who are major financial institutions that the Company anticipates will satisfy their
obligations under the contracts.
In the normal course of business, the Company is exposed to credit risk from its customers, substantially all of which are in the automotive industry
and are subject to credit risks associated with the automotive industry. For the year ended December 31, 2023, sales to the Company’s six largest
customers represented 76% [2022 – 79%] of the Company’s total sales; and substantially all of its sales are to customers with which the Company
has ongoing contractual relationships. The Company continues to develop and conduct business with newer electric vehicle-focused customers,
which poses incremental credit risk due to their relatively short operating histories; limited financial resources; less mature product development
and validation processes; uncertain market acceptance of their products/services; and untested business models. These factors may elevate our
risks in dealing with such customers, particularly with respect to recovery of: pre-production (including tooling, engineering, and launch) and
production receivables; inventory; fixed assets and capitalized preproduction expenditures; as well as other third party obligations related to such
items. As at December 31, 2023, the Company’s balance sheet exposure related to newer electric vehicle-focused customers was approximately
$600 million, the majority of which related to Fisker. In determining the allowance for expected credit losses, the Company considers changes in
customer’s credit ratings, liquidity, customer’s historical payments and loss experience, current economic conditions, and the Company’s
expectations of future economic conditions.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 65
[g] Currency risk
The Company is exposed to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates when manufacturing facilities have committed to the delivery of products for
which the selling price has been quoted in currencies other than the facilities’ functional currency, and when materials and equipment are purchased
in currencies other than the facilities’ functional currency. In an effort to manage this net foreign exchange exposure, the Company employs
hedging programs, primarily through the use of foreign exchange forward contracts [note 22[a]].
[h] Interest rate risk
The Company is not exposed to significant interest rate risk due to the short-term maturity of its monetary current assets and current liabilities. In
particular, the amount of interest income earned on cash and cash equivalents is impacted more by investment decisions made and the demands
to have available cash on hand, than by movements in interest rates over a given period.
The Company is exposed to interest rate risk on its Term Loan as the interest rate is variable, however the Company is not exposed to interest rate
risk on Senior Notes as the interest rates are fixed.
[i] Equity price risk
Public equity securities and warrants
The Company’s public equity securities and warrants are subject to market price risk due to the risk of loss in value that would result from a decline
in the market price of the common shares or underlying common shares.
2 3 . C O N T I N G E N C I E S
From time to time, the Company may become involved in regulatory proceedings, or become liable for legal, contractual and other claims by
various parties, including customers, suppliers, former employees, class action plaintiffs and others. On an ongoing basis, the Company attempts
to assess the likelihood of any adverse judgments or outcomes to these proceedings or claims, together with potential ranges of probable costs
and losses. A determination of the provision required, if any, for these contingencies is made after analysis of each individual issue. The required
provision may change in the future due to new developments in each matter or changes in approach such as a change in settlement strategy in
dealing with these matters.
[a] In December 2023, the Company received a notification [the “Notification Letter”] from a customer informing the Company as to the customer’s
initial determination that one of the Company’s operating groups bears responsibility for costs totaling $352 million related to two product recalls.
The Notification Letter has triggered a 90-day negotiation period regarding financial allocation of the total costs for the two recalls. In the event
such negotiations are not concluded successfully during this period, the customer has discretion under its Terms and Conditions to debit Magna
up to 50% of the parts and labour costs actually incurred related to the recalls. The Company believes that the product in question met the
customer’s specifications, and accordingly, is vigorously contesting the customer’s determination. Magna does not currently anticipate any material
liabilities.
[b] The Company’s policy is to comply with all applicable laws, including antitrust and competition laws. Based on a previously completed global
review of legacy antitrust risks which led to a September 2020 settlement with the European Commission and a June 2022 settlement with Brazil’s
federal competition authority involving in both cases the supply of closure systems, Magna does not currently anticipate any material liabilities.
However, the Company could be subject to restitution settlements, civil proceedings, reputational damage and other consequences, including as
a result of the matters specifically referred to above.
2 4 . S E G M E N T E D I N F O R M AT I O N
[a] Magna is a mobility technology company and a global supplier in the automotive space. Magna has complete vehicle engineering and contract
manufacturing expertise, as well as product capabilities which include body, chassis, exterior, seating, powertrain, active driver assistance,
electronics, mechatronics, mirrors, lighting and roof systems. Magna also has electronic and software capabilities across many of these areas.
The Company is organized under four operating segments: Body Exteriors & Structures, Power & Vision, Seating Systems, and Complete Vehicles.
These segments have been determined on the basis of technological opportunities, product similarities, and market and operating factors, and are
also the Company’s reportable segments.
The Company’s chief operating decision maker uses Adjusted Earnings before Interest and Income Taxes [“Adjusted EBIT”] as the measure of
segment profit or loss, since management believes Adjusted EBIT is the most appropriate measure of operational profitability or loss for its
reporting segments.
During 2023, the Company revised its calculation of Adjusted EBIT to exclude the amortization of acquired intangible assets. The Company
believes that excluding the amortization of acquired intangible assets from Adjusted EBIT helps management and investors in understanding its
underlying performance and improves comparability between its segmented results of operations and its peers. Adjusted EBIT is calculated by
taking Net income and adding back Amortization of acquired intangible assets, Income taxes, Interest expense, net and Other (income) expense,
net. The Adjusted EBIT presented in the tables below, including for the prior period, have been updated to reflect the revised calculation.
66 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
The accounting policies of each segment are the same as those set out under “Significant Accounting Policies” [note 2]. All intersegment sales and
transfers are accounted for at fair market value.
[b] The following tables show segment information for the Company’s reporting segments and a reconciliation of Adjusted EBIT to the Company’s
consolidated income before income taxes:
Body Exteriors & Structures
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate & Other[i]
Total Reportable Segments
External
sales
$ 17,199
14,052
6,027
5,502
17
$ 42,797
2023
Adjusted
EBIT
$ 1,304
668
218
124
(76)
$ 2,238
2022
Depreciation
$
716
510
89
100
21
Equity
loss
(income)
$
4
(107)
(3)
(8)
2
$ 1,436
$ (112)
External
Adjusted
Equity
loss
sales
EBIT
Depreciation
(income)
Total
sales
$ 17,511
14,305
6,047
5,538
(604)
$ 42,797
Total
sales
Body Exteriors & Structures
$ 16,004
$ 15,763
$ 852
$ 697
$ 10
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate & Other[i]
11,861
5,269
5,221
(515)
11,636
5,252
5,180
9
502
104
235
15
473
79
107
17
(77)
(15)
(10)
3
Total Reportable Segments
$ 37,840
$ 37,840
$ 1,708
$ 1,373
$ (89)
Body Exteriors & Structures
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate & Other
Total Reportable Segments
2023
Investments
Goodwill
$
2
696
172
100
303
$
452
1,929
257
109
20
$ 1,273
$ 2,767
2022
Net
assets
$ 8,147
7,880
1,340
574
1,066
$ 19,007
Net
Fixed
assets,
net
$ 5,569
2,991
506
453
100
$ 9,619
Fixed
asset
additions
$ 1,638
664
108
65
25
$ 2,500
Fixed
assets,
Fixed
asset
assets
Investments
Goodwill
net
additions
Body Exteriors & Structures
$ 7,168
$
6
$ 448
$ 4,557
$ 928
Power & Vision
Seating Systems
Complete Vehicles
Corporate & Other
6,104
1,377
632
802
728
143
95
457
1,198
2,569
260
105
20
486
471
90
544
101
94
14
Total Reportable Segments
$ 16,083
$ 1,429
$ 2,031
$ 8,173
$ 1,681
[i] Included in Corporate and Other Adjusted EBIT are intercompany fees charged to the automotive segments.
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 67
2023
2022
$ 1,286
$ 641
88
156
388
320
$ 2,238
46
81
703
237
$ 1,708
2023
2022
$ 32,255
$ 27,789
(1,198)
(621)
(49)
(7,842)
(912)
(2,626)
$ 19,007
(1,234)
(491)
(14)
(6,999)
(850)
(2,118)
$ 16,083
2023
2022
$ 6,162
5,785
5,334
5,317
5,246
4,684
10,269
$ 42,797
$ 5,903
4,953
5,243
4,904
5,013
3,872
7,952
$ 37,840
[c] The following table reconciles Net income from operations to Adjusted EBIT:
Net Income
Add:
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
Interest expense, net
Other expense, net
Income taxes
Adjusted EBIT
[d] The following table reconciles Total Assets to Net Assets:
Total Assets
Deduct assets not included in segment net assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Deferred tax assets
Long-term receivables from joint venture partners
Deduct liabilities included in segment net assets:
Accounts payable
Accrued salaries and wages
Other accrued liabilities
Segment Net Assets
[e] The following table aggregates external revenues by customer as follows:
General Motors
Daimler AG
BMW
Ford Motor Company
Stellantis
Volkswagen
Other
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[f] The following table summarizes external revenues and long-lived assets by geographic region:
North America
United States
Mexico
Canada
Europe
Austria
Germany
Czech Republic
Poland
Italy
United Kingdom
Spain
France
Turkey
Sweden
Slovakia
Other Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Other Asia Pacific
Rest of World
External Sales
Fixed Assets, Net
2023
2022
2023
2022
$ 10,855
4,958
4,909
20,722
$ 9,648
4,393
4,870
18,911
$ 2,297
1,509
1,211
5,017
$ 1,860
1,260
921
4,041
6,926
4,403
1,330
798
464
442
390
337
325
322
273
207
6,617
3,800
1,024
695
357
343
351
381
305
–
206
216
787
831
342
238
240
162
81
77
9
150
329
214
16,217
14,295
3,460
4,843
242
231
5,316
542
3,901
228
38
4,167
467
958
100
12
1,070
72
737
832
307
224
223
163
75
61
7
–
299
203
3,131
852
82
6
940
61
$ 42,797
$ 37,840
$ 9,619
$ 8,173
MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 69
Share Information
The Common Shares are listed and traded in Canada on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) under the stock symbol “MG” and in the United States
on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the stock symbol “MGA”. As of February 29, 2024, there were 1,246 registered holders of Common
Shares.
Distribution of Shares held by Registered Shareholders
Canada
United States
Other
Dividends
Common Shares
73.33%
26.66%
0.01%
Dividends for 2023 on Magna’s Common Shares were paid on each of March 10, June 2, September 1 and December 1 at a rate of U.S.$0.46 per
Common Share. Magna’s dividends have been designated as “eligible dividends” as defined in subsection 89(1) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and,
accordingly, are eligible for an enhanced tax credit. Additional details are found on Magna’s website (www.magna.com), under
“Company – Investors – Shareholder Information – Dividends”.
Price Range of Shares
The following table sets forth, for the years indicated, the high and low sales prices and volumes of Common Shares traded in each case as reported
by the TSX and NYSE, respectively.
Common Shares (TSX) (Cdn$)
Stock Symbol “MG”
Quarter
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Year ended December 31, 2023
Year ended December 31, 2022
Volume
High
Low
Volume
High
Low
54,266,218
60,136,687
43,704,930
60,308,669
91.74
75.77
87.00
79.70
68.18
65.24
70.50
64.41
69,594,102
112.62
58,690,539
44,338,194
46,336,147
84.32
83.77
85.49
70.16
69.10
64.49
63.55
Common Shares (NYSE) (US$)
Stock Symbol “MGA”
Quarter
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Year ended December 31, 2023
Year ended December 31, 2022
Volume
75,904,937
65,817,016
72,854,115
69,439,144
High
68.92
57.26
65.27
60.32
Low
49.46
48.18
52.16
46.71
Volume
108,840,454
74,310,856
60,898,183
70,884,823
High
90.15
67.31
65.58
64.31
Low
54.60
53.55
47.04
45.58
70 ANNUAL REPORT 2023
Magna is committed to creating a better world of mobility,
responsibly. As a mobility technology company and leading
global automotive supplier, Magna innovations are making
vehicles cleaner, safer and smarter. These innovations
solve complex problems and help our customers fulfll their
vision. They also have a signifcant impact on sustainability
and effciency throughout the value chain and product
life cycle. The Power of Magna means we are uniquely
positioned to do what no other supplier in the industry can
do. Our systems-level expertise, operational excellence and
product capabilities spanning the entire vehicle enable us
to deliver future-forward technologies. Count on Magna
to drive change and meet the transportation challenges
of tomorrow.
Corporate Directory
Directors
Robert F. MacLellan
(Chair)
Peter G. Bowie
Mary S. Chan
Hon. V. Peter Harder
Jan R. Hauser
Seetarama (Swamy) Kotagiri
Jay K. Kunkel
Mary Lou Maher
William A. Ruh
Dr. Indira V. Samarasekera
Matthew Tsien
Dr. Thomas Weber
Lisa S. Westlake
Executive Offcers
Seetarama (Swamy) Kotagiri
Chief Executive Offcer
Joanne N. Horibe
Chief Compliance Offcer
Patrick W.D. McCann
Chief Financial Offcer
John H. Farrell
President, Body Exteriors
& Structures and Seating
Tom Rucker
President, Power & Vision
and Complete Vehicles
Eric J. Wilds
Chief Sales & Marketing Offcer
Bruce R. Cluney
Chief Legal Offcer
Aaron D. McCarthy
Chief Human Resources Offcer
Boris Shulkin
Chief Digital & Information Offcer
Matteo Del Sorbo
Executive Vice-President,
Magna New Mobility
Uwe Geissinger
Executive Vice-President
and President of Magna Europe
Corporate Offce
Transfer Agent and Registrar
Exchange Listings
Magna International Inc.
337 Magna Drive,
Aurora, ON, Canada L4G 7K1
Telephone: 905 726 2462
magna.com
TSX Trust Company
301 – 100 Adelaide St. West,
Toronto, ON, Canada M5H 4H1
Common Shares
Toronto Stock Exchange MG
New York Stock Exchange MGA
Telephone: 1 800 387 0825
or 416 682 3860
Fax: 1 888 249 6189
or 1 514 985 8843
Email: shareholderinquiries@tmx.com
As a “foreign private issuer” listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Magna is required to disclose the signifcant ways in which its corporate governance
practices differ from those to be followed by U.S. domestic issuers under the NYSE listing standards. Please see the corporate governance section of our website
(www.magna.com) for our Statement of Signifcant Corporate Governance Differences (NYSE). Additionally, please refer to the Management Information Circular/
Proxy Statement for our 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders for a description of our corporate governance practices in comparison with the requirements and
guidelines of the Canadian Securities Administrators.
Shareholders wishing to communicate with the non-management members of the Magna Board of Directors may do so by contacting the Chairman of the Board
through the offce of Magna’s Corporate Secretary at 337 Magna Drive, Aurora, Ontario, Canada L4G 7K1 905 726 7070.
Shareholders wishing to obtain a copy of Magna’s Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid, referred to in Note 20 to the consolidated fnancial
statements contained in this Annual Report, may do so by contacting Magna’s Corporate Secretary.
The 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
The 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024, commencing at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time). The meeting is being conducted
as a virtual-only meeting accessible at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/MGA2024.
Annual Report
Additional copies of this 2023 Annual Report or copies of our quarterly reports may be obtained from: The Corporate Secretary, Magna International Inc., 337 Magna
Drive, Aurora, Ontario, Canada L4G 7K1 or www.magna.com. Copies of fnancial data and other publicly fed documents are available through the internet on the
Canadian Securities Administrators’ System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval + (SEDAR+) which can be accessed at www.sedarplus.ca and on the United
States Securities and Exchange Commission’s Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis and Retrieval System (EDGAR), which can be accessed at www.sec.gov.
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