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Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 10-K

☒ FOR ANNUAL REPORTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE 

ACT OF 1934

OR
☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT 

OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016 

For the transition period from__________ to 

Commission File Number: 0-12906

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

36-2096643
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

40W267 Keslinger Road, P.O. Box 393, LaFox, Illinois 60147-0393
(Address of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (630) 208-2200

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class
Name of each exchange of which registered

Common stock, $0.05 Par Value
NASDAQ Global Select Market

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such 
filing requirements for the past 90 days.  ☒ Yes    ☐ No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File 
required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months or for such 
shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).  ☒ Yes    ☐ No

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to 
the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any 
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The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of November 28, 2015, was approximately 
$61.0 million.

As of July 25, 2016, there were outstanding 10,702,932 shares of Common Stock, $0.05 par value and 2,140,631 shares of Class B Common Stock, 
$0.05 par value, which are convertible into Common Stock of the registrant on a one-for-one basis.

Portions of the registrant’s Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held October 4, 2016, which will be filed 
pursuant to Regulation 14A, are incorporated by reference in Part III of this report. Except as specifically incorporated herein by reference, the 
abovementioned Proxy Statement is not deemed filed as part of this report.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Business
Risk Factors
Unresolved Staff Comments
Properties
Legal Proceedings

Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Selected Financial Data
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Controls and Procedures
Other Information

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Executive Compensation
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Principal Accountant Fees and Services

Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

Part I
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Item 3.

Part II
Item 5.
Item 6.
Item 7.
Item 7A.
Item 8.
Item 9A.
Item 9B.

Part III
Item 10.
Item 11.
Item 12.
Item 13.
Item 14.

Part IV
Item 15.

Signatures
Exhibit Index

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Forward Looking Statements

Certain statements in this report may constitute “forward-looking” statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform 

Act of 1995. The terms “may”, “should”, “could”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “continues”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend”, “objective”, “plan”, 
“potential”, “project”, and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future 
performance and involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. These statements are based on management’s current 
expectations, intentions, or beliefs and are subject to a number of factors, assumptions, and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ 
materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences or that might otherwise 
impact the business include the risk factors set forth in Item 1A of this Form 10-K. We undertake no obligation to update any such factor or to 
publicly announce the results of any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein whether as a result of new information, future 
events, or otherwise.

In addition, while we do, from time to time, communicate with securities analysts, it is against our policy to disclose to them any material 

non-public information, or other confidential commercial information. Accordingly, stockholders should not assume that we agree with any statement 
or report issued by any analyst irrespective of the content of the statement or report. Thus, to the extent that reports issued by securities analysts 
contain any projections, forecasts, or opinions, such reports are not our responsibility.

PART I

ITEM 1. Business

General

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; 
power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging 
equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, 
industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and 
“engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through 
design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its 
global infrastructure.

Our products include electron tubes and related components, microwave generators, subsystems used in semiconductor manufacturing, and 
visual technology solutions. These products are used to control, switch or amplify electrical power signals, or are used as display devices in a variety 
of industrial, commercial, medical, and communication applications.

During the first quarter of fiscal 2015, we created a new strategic business unit called Richardson Healthcare (“Healthcare”). As hospitals 
remain under pressure to reduce costs while serving a much larger customer base, there is a growing demand for independent sources of high-value 
replacement parts for diagnostic imaging. Having access to parts that are tested and in stock enables hospitals to terminate expensive service contracts 
with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEM”) and instead use third party service providers or in-house technicians. With our global 
infrastructure, technical sales team, and experience servicing the healthcare market, we are well positioned to take advantage of this market 
opportunity. Over time, our plan is to expand our position from being the leader in power grid tubes to a key player in the high-growth, high-profile 
healthcare industry.

Our fiscal year 2016 began on May 31, 2015, and ended on May 28, 2016. Unless otherwise noted, all references in this document to a 

particular year shall mean our fiscal year.

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Geography

We currently have operations in the following major geographic regions: North America, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Latin America.

Selected financial data attributable to each segment and geographic region for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 is set forth in Note 11 “Segment 

and Geographic Information” of the notes to our consolidated financial statements in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

We have three operating and reportable segments, which we define as follows:

Power and Microwave Technologies Group

Power and Microwave Technologies Group (“PMT”), launched in July 2015, combines Electron Device Group’s (“EDG”) core engineered 

solutions, power grid and microwave tube business with new RF and power technologies. As a manufacturer and authorized distributor, PMT’s 
strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and engineered solutions based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. We 
provide solutions and add value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and 
aftermarket technical service and repair—all through our existing global infrastructure. PMT’s focus is on products for power, RF and microwave 
applications for customers in alternative energy, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific, and 
semiconductor markets. PMT focuses on various applications including broadcast transmission, CO2 laser cutting, diagnostic imaging, dielectric and 
induction heating, high energy transfer, high voltage switching, plasma, power conversion, radar, and radiation oncology. PMT also offers its 
customers technical services for both microwave and industrial equipment.

PMT represents leading manufacturers of electron tubes and components used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and industrial 

power applications. Among the suppliers they support are Amperex, CPI, Draloric, Eimac, General Electric, Hitachi, Jennings, L3, MaCom, 
National, NJRC, Thales, Toshiba, and Vishay.

PMT’s inventory levels reflect our commitment to maintain an inventory of a broad range of products for customers who are buying 

products for replacement of components used in critical equipment. PMT also sells a number of products representing trailing edge technology. 
While the market for these trailing edge technology products is declining, PMT is increasing its market share. PMT often buys products it knows it 
can sell ahead of any supplier price increases. As manufacturers for these products exit the business, PMT has the option to purchase a substantial 
portion of their remaining inventory.

PMT has distribution agreements with many of its suppliers; most of these agreements provide exclusive distribution rights which often 

include global responsibility. The agreements are typically long term, and usually contain provisions permitting termination by either party if there 
are significant breaches which are not cured within a reasonable period of time. Although some of these agreements allow PMT to return inventory 
periodically, others do not, in which case PMT may have obsolete inventory that they cannot return to the supplier.

PMT’s suppliers provide warranty coverage for the products and allow return of defective products, including those returned to PMT by its 
customers. For information regarding the warranty reserves, see Note 3 “Significant Accounting Policies” of the notes to our consolidated financial 
statements in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

In addition to third party products, we sell proprietary products principally under certain trade names we own including: Amperex®, 

Cetron®, and National®. Our proprietary products include thyratrons and rectifiers, power tubes, ignitrons, magnetrons, phototubes, microwave 
generators, and liquid crystal display monitors. The materials used in the manufacturing process consist of glass bulbs and tubing, nickel, stainless 
steel and other metals, plastic and metal bases, ceramics, and a wide variety of fabricated metal components. These materials are generally readily 
available, but some components may require long lead times for production, and some materials are subject to shortages or price fluctuations based 
on supply and demand.

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Canvys

Canvys provides customized display solutions serving the corporate enterprise, financial, healthcare, industrial, and medical original 
equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) markets. Our engineers design, manufacture, source, and support a full spectrum of solutions to match the needs 
of our customers. We offer custom display solutions that include touch screens, protective panels, custom enclosures, specialized cabinet finishes, 
and application specific software packages. Our volume commitments are much lower than those of the large display manufacturers, making us the 
ideal choice for companies with very specific design requirements. We partner with both private label manufacturing companies and leading branded 
hardware vendors to offer the high quality liquid crystal displays, mounting devices, and customized computing platforms.

We have long-standing relationships with key component and finished goods manufacturers including 3M, LG, NEC Displays, and several 
key Asian display manufacturers that manufacture products to our specifications. We believe supplier relationships, combined with our engineering 
design and manufacturing capabilities and private label partnerships, allow us to maintain a well-balanced and technologically advanced offering of 
customer specific display solutions.

Healthcare

Healthcare, included in Canvys prior to fiscal year 2015, manufactures, distributes and services high value replacement parts for the 

healthcare market including hospitals, medical centers, independent service organizations, and multi-vendor service providers. Products include 
power grid tubes, hydrogen thyratrons, klystrons, magnetrons; Image Systems medical displays and workstations for picture archiving and 
communication systems (“PACS”); visual solutions for operating rooms/surgical environments; digital radiography solutions including replacement 
flat panel detectors and upgrades; and additional replacement components currently under development for the diagnostic imaging service market. 
Through a combination of newly developed products and partnerships, service offerings, and training programs, we believe we can help our 
customers improve efficiency and deliver better clinical outcomes while lowering the cost of healthcare delivery.

Sales and Product Management

As of the end of fiscal 2016, we employed 179 sales and product management personnel worldwide. In addition, we have authorized 

representatives, who are not our employees, selling our products primarily in regions where we do not have a direct sales presence.

We offer various credit terms to qualifying customers as well as cash in advance and credit card terms. We establish credit limits for each 

customer and routinely review delinquent and aging accounts.

Distribution

We maintain approximately 110,700 part numbers in our product inventory database and we estimate that more than 90% of orders received 
by 6:00 p.m. local time are shipped complete the same day if product is in stock. Customers can access our products on our web sites, www.rell.com, 
www.rellhealthcare.com, www.canvys.com, and www.rellaser.com, through electronic data interchange, or by telephone. Customer orders are 
processed by our regional sales offices and supported primarily by one of our distribution facilities in LaFox, Illinois; Amsterdam, Netherlands; 
Marlborough, Massachusetts; Plymouth, Minnesota; Donaueschingen, Germany; or Singapore, Singapore. We also have satellite warehouses in Sao 
Paulo, Brazil; Shanghai, China; Bangkok, Thailand; and Hook, United Kingdom. Our data processing network provides on-line, real-time 
interconnection of all sales offices and central distribution operations, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Information on stock availability, 
pricing in local currency, cross-reference information, customers, and market analyses are obtainable throughout the entire distribution network.

International Sales

During fiscal 2016, approximately 54% of our sales were made outside the U.S. We continue to pursue new international sales to further 

expand our geographic reach.

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Employees

As of May 28, 2016, we employed 373 full-time individuals. Of these, 241 were located in the United States and 132 were located 

internationally. The worldwide employee base included 179 in sales and product management and an additional 194 employees in distribution 
support, administrative positions, and value-add and manufacturing. All of our employees are non-union, and we consider our relationships with our 
employees to be good.

Website Access to SEC Reports

We maintain an Internet website at www.rell.com. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on 
Form 8-K, and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 are 
accessible through our website, free of charge, as soon as reasonably practicable after these reports are filed electronically with the Securities and 
Exchange Commission. Interactive Data Files pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, of these filing dates, formatted in Extensible Business 
Reporting Language (“XBRL”) are accessible as well. To access these reports, go to our website at www.rell.com. The foregoing information 
regarding our website is provided for convenience and the content of our website is not deemed to be incorporated by reference in this report filed 
with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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ITEM 1A. Risk Factors

Investors should consider carefully the following risk factors in addition to the other information included and incorporated by reference in 
this Annual Report on Form 10-K that we believe are applicable to our businesses and the industries in which we operate. While we believe we have 
identified the key risk factors affecting our businesses, there may be additional risks and uncertainties that are not presently known or that are not 
currently believed to be significant that may adversely affect our results of operations.

We may not achieve our plan for sales growth and margin targets.

We have established both margin and expense targets to grow our sales with new and existing customers. If we do not achieve our growth 
objectives, the complexity of our global infrastructure makes it difficult to leverage our fixed cost structure to align with the size of our operations. 
Factors that could have a significant effect on our ability to achieve these goals include the following:

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Failure to achieve our sales and margin growth objectives in our product lines and business units;

Failure to identify, consummate and successfully integrate acquisitions;

Declining gross margin reflecting competitive pricing pressures or product mix; and,

Limitations on our ability to leverage our support-function cost structure while maintaining an adequate structure to achieve our growth 
objectives.

We have historically incurred significant charges for inventory obsolescence, and may incur similar charges in the future.

We maintain significant inventories in an effort to ensure that customers have a reliable source of supply. Our products generally support 
industrial machinery that is powered by tube technology. As technology evolves and this capital equipment is replaced, the market for our products 
potentially declines. In addition, the market for many of our other products is characterized by rapid change resulting from the development of new 
technologies, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions by some of our suppliers and changing end-user demand, which can 
contribute to the decline in value or obsolescence of our inventory. We do not have many long-term supply contracts with our customers. If we fail to 
anticipate the changing needs of our customers or we fail to accurately forecast customer demand, our customers may not place orders with us, and 
we may accumulate significant inventories of products which we may be unable to sell or return to our vendors. This may result in a decline in the 
value of our inventory.

We face competitive pressures that could have a material adverse effect on our business.

Our overall competitive position depends on a number of factors including price, engineering capability, vendor representation, product 

diversity, lead times and the level of customer service. There are very few vacuum tube competitors in the markets we serve. There are also a limited 
number of Chinese manufacturers whose ability to produce vacuum tubes has progressed over the past several years. The most significant 
competitive risk comes from technical obsolescence. Canvys faces many competitors in the markets we serve. Increased competition may result in 
price reductions, reduced margins, or a loss of market share, any of which could materially and adversely affect our business, operating results, and 
financial condition. As we expand our business and pursue our growth initiatives, we may encounter increased competition from current and/or new 
competitors. Our failure to maintain and enhance our competitive position could have a material adverse effect on our business.

A single stockholder has voting control over us.

As of July 25, 2016, Edward J. Richardson, our Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, beneficially owned approximately 99% of 

the outstanding shares of our Class B common stock, representing approximately 66% of the voting power of the outstanding common stock. This 
share ownership permits Mr. Richardson to exert control over the outcome of stockholder votes, including votes concerning the election of directors, 
by-law amendments, possible mergers, corporate control contests, and other significant corporate transactions.

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We are dependent on a limited number of vendors to supply us with essential products.

Our principal products are capacitors, vacuum tubes and related products, microwave generators, and high voltage power supplies. The 
products we supply are currently produced by a relatively small number of manufacturers. One of our suppliers represents 11% of our total sales 
volume. Our success depends, in large part, on maintaining current vendor relationships and developing new relationships. To the extent that our 
significant suppliers are unwilling or unable to continue to do business with us, or extend lead times, or limit supplies due to capacity constraints, or 
other factors, there could be a material adverse effect on our business.

International operations represent a significant percentage of our business and present a variety of risks which could impact our results.

Because we source and sell our products worldwide, our business is subject to risks associated with doing business internationally. These 
risks include the costs and difficulties of managing foreign entities, limitations on the repatriation and investment of funds, cultural differences that 
affect customer preferences and business practices, unstable political or economic conditions, trade protection measures and import or export 
licensing requirements, and changes in tax laws.

We also face exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates because we conduct business outside of the United States. Price 

increases caused by currency exchange rate fluctuations may make our products less competitive or may have an adverse effect on our margins. Our 
international revenues and expenses generally are derived from sales and operations in currencies other than the U.S. dollar. Accordingly, when the 
U.S. dollar strengthens in relation to the base currencies of the countries in which we sell our products, our U.S. dollar reported net revenue and 
income will decrease. We currently do not engage in any currency hedging transactions. We cannot predict whether foreign currency exchange risks 
inherent in doing business in foreign countries will have a material adverse effect on our operations and financial results in the future.

Repatriation of cash held by our foreign subsidiaries to fund U.S. operations or strategic opportunities may be restricted or may subject us to a 
significant tax liability.

As of May 28, 2016, $52.7 million of cash, cash equivalents was held by our foreign subsidiaries. Some of these subsidiaries are located in 
jurisdictions which require foreign government approval before a cash repatriation can occur. In addition, under current tax law, repatriation of this 
cash may trigger significant adverse tax consequences in the U.S.

If the cash generated by our domestic operations is not sufficient to fund our domestic operations and our broader corporate initiatives, such 
as stock repurchases, dividends, acquisitions, and other strategic opportunities, we may need to raise additional funds through public or private debt 
or equity financings, or we may need to obtain new credit facilities to the extent we are unable to, or choose not to, repatriate our overseas cash. Such 
additional financing may not be available on terms favorable to us, or at all, and any new equity financings or offerings would dilute our current 
stockholders’ ownership interests in us. Furthermore, lenders may not agree to extend us new, additional or continuing credit. In any such case, our 
business, operating results or financial condition could be adversely impacted.

BREXIT/Europe

In a non-binding referendum on the United Kingdom’s membership in the European Union in June 2016, a majority of those who voted 

approved the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union. Any withdrawal by the United Kingdom from the European Union (“Brexit”) 
would occur after, or possible concurrently with, a process of negotiation regarding the future terms of the United Kingdom’s relationship with the 
European Union, which could result in the United Kingdom losing access to certain aspects of the single EU market and the global trade deals 
negotiated by the European Union on behalf of its members. The Brexit vote and the perceptions as to the impact of the withdrawal of the United 
Kingdom may adversely affect business activity, political stability and economic conditions in the United Kingdom, the European Union and 
elsewhere. Any of these developments, or the perception that any of these developments are likely to occur, could have a material adverse effect on 
economic growth or business activity in the United Kingdom, the Eurozone, or the European Union, and could result in the relocation of businesses, 
cause business interruptions, lead to economic recession or depression, and impact the stability of the financial markets, availability of credit, 
political systems or financial institutions and the financial and monetary system. Given that we conduct a substantial portion of our business in the 
European Union, these developments could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, liquidity and results of operations. The 
uncertainty concerning the timing and terms of the exit could also have a negative impact on the growth of the European economy and cause greater 
volatility in all of the global currencies that we currently use to transact business.

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We rely heavily on information technology systems which, if not properly functioning, could materially adversely affect our business.

We  rely  on  our  information  technology  systems  to  process,  analyze,  and  manage  data  to  facilitate  the  purchase,  manufacture,  and 
distribution of our products, as well as to receive, process, bill, and ship orders on a timely basis. A significant disruption or failure in the design, 
operation, security or support of our information technology systems could significantly disrupt our business.

Our information technology systems may be subject to cyber attacks, security breaches or computer hacking. Experienced computer 
programmers and hackers may be able to penetrate our security controls and misappropriate or compromise sensitive personal, proprietary or 
confidential information, create system disruptions or cause shutdowns. They also may be able to develop and deploy viruses, worms and other 
malicious software programs that attack our systems or otherwise exploit any security vulnerabilities. Our systems and the data stored on those 
systems may also be vulnerable to security incidents or security attacks, acts of vandalism or theft, coordinated attacks by activist entities, misplaced 
or lost data, human errors, or other similar events that could negatively affect our systems and its data, as well as the data of our business partners. 
Further, third parties, such as hosted solution providers, that provide services to us, could also be a source of security risk in the event of a failure of 
their own security systems and infrastructure.

The costs to mitigate or address security threats and vulnerabilities before or after a cyber incident could be significant. Our remediation 

efforts may not be successful and could result in interruptions, delays or cessation of service, and loss of existing or potential suppliers or customers. 
In addition, breaches of our security measures and the unauthorized dissemination of sensitive personal, proprietary or confidential information about 
us, our business partners or other third parties could expose us to significant potential liability and reputational harm. As threats related to cyber 
attacks develop and grow, we may also find it necessary to make further investments to protect our data and infrastructure, which may impact our 
profitability. As a global enterprise, we could also be negatively impacted by existing and proposed laws and regulations, as well as government 
policies and practices related to cybersecurity, privacy, data localization and data protection.

Our products may be found to be defective or our services performed may result in equipment or product damage and, as a result, warranty 
and/or product liability claims may be asserted against us.

Many of our components are sold at prices that are significantly lower than the cost of the equipment or other goods in which they are 

incorporated. Since a defect or failure in a product could give rise to failures in the equipment that incorporates them, we may face claims for 
damages that are disproportionate to the revenues and profits we receive from the components involved in the claims. While we typically have 
provisions in our agreements with our suppliers that hold the supplier accountable for defective products, and we and our suppliers generally exclude 
consequential damages in our standard terms and conditions, our ability to avoid such liabilities may be limited as a result of various factors, 
including the inability to exclude such damages due to the laws of some of the countries where we do business. Our business could be adversely 
affected as a result of a significant quality or performance issues in the components sold by us if we are required to pay for the damages. Although we 
have product liability insurance, such insurance is limited in coverage and amount.

Substantial defaults by our customers on our accounts receivable or the loss of significant customers could have a significant negative impact on 
our business.

We extend credit to our customers. The failure of a significant customer or a significant group of customers to timely pay all amounts due 

could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations. The extension of credit involves considerable judgment and 
is based on management’s evaluation of factors which include such things as a customer’s financial condition, payment history, and the availability 
of collateral to secure customers’ receivables.

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Failure to successfully implement our growth initiatives, or failure to realize the benefits expected from these initiatives if implemented, may 
create ongoing operating losses or otherwise adversely affect our business, operating results and financial condition.

Our growth strategy focuses on expanding our healthcare and our power conversion businesses. On June 15, 2015, we acquired certain 

assets, including inventory, receivables, fixed assets, and certain other assets, of International Medical Equipment and Services, Inc. (“IMES”), for a 
purchase price of $12.2 million. In July 2015, we launched Power and Microwave Technologies Group (“PMT”), which combines our core 
engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tube business with new RF and power technologies. We may be unable to implement our growth 
initiatives or reach profitability in the near future or at all, due to many factors, including factors outside of our control. If our investments in these 
growth initiatives do not yield anticipated returns for any reason, our business, operating results and financial condition may be adversely affected.

We may not be successful in identifying, consummating and integrating future acquisitions.

As part of our growth strategy, our intent is to acquire additional businesses or assets. We may not be able to identify attractive acquisition 
candidates or complete the acquisition of identified candidates at favorable prices and upon advantageous terms. Also, acquisitions are accompanied 
by risks, such as potential exposure to unknown liabilities and the possible loss of key employees and customers of the acquired business. In addition, 
we may not obtain the expected benefits or cost savings from acquisitions. Acquisitions are subject to risks associated with financing the acquisition, 
and integrating the operations, personnel and systems of the acquired businesses. If any of these risks materialize, they may result in disruptions to 
our business and the diversion of management time and attention, which could increase the costs of operating our existing or acquired businesses or 
negate the expected benefits of the acquisitions.

Economic weakness and uncertainty could adversely affect our revenues and gross margins.

Our revenues and gross profit margins depend significantly on global economic conditions, the demand for our products and services and 

the financial condition of our customers. Economic weakness and uncertainty have in the past resulted, and may result in the future, in decreased 
revenues and gross profit margins. Economic weakness and uncertainty also make it more difficult for us to forecast overall supply and demand with 
a great deal of confidence.

Our operating results during fiscal 2016 reflect an increase in our net loss. There can be no assurance that we will experience a recovery in 

the near future; nor is there any assurance that such worldwide economic volatility experienced recently will not continue.

Major disruptions to our logistics capability could have a material adverse impact on our operations.

Our global logistics services are operated through specialized and centralized distribution centers. We depend on third party transportation 

service providers for the delivery of products to our customers. A major interruption or disruption in service at any of our distribution centers for any 
reason (such as natural disasters, pandemics, or significant disruptions of services from our third party providers) could cause cancellations or delays 
in a significant number of shipments to customers and, as a result, could have a severe impact on our business, operations and financial performance.

We may be subject to intellectual property rights claims, which are costly to defend, could require payment of damages or licensing fees, and/or 
could limit our ability to use certain technologies in the future.

Substantial litigation and threats of litigation regarding intellectual property rights exist in the display systems and electronics industries. 

From time to time, third parties, including certain companies in the business of acquiring patents with the intention of aggressively seeking licensing 
revenue from purported infringers, may assert patent and/or other intellectual property rights to technologies that are important to our business. In any 
dispute involving products that we have sold, our customers could also become the target of litigation. We are obligated in many instances to 
indemnify and defend our customers if the products we sell are alleged to infringe any third party’s intellectual property rights. In some cases, 
depending on the nature of the claim, we may be able to seek indemnification from our suppliers for our self and our customers against such claims, 
but there is no assurance that we will be successful in obtaining such indemnification or that we are fully protected against such claims. Any 
infringement claim brought against us, regardless of the duration, outcome or size of damage award, could result in substantial cost, divert our 
management’s attention, be time consuming to defend, result in significant damage awards, cause product shipment delays, or require us to enter into 
royalty or other licensing agreements.

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Additionally, if an infringement claim is successful we may be required to pay damages or seek royalty or license arrangements which may 
not be available on commercially reasonable terms. The payment of any such damages or royalties may significantly increase our operating expenses 
and harm our operating results and financial condition. Also, royalty or license arrangements may not be available at all. We may have to stop selling 
certain products or certain technologies, which could affect our ability to compete effectively.

Potential lawsuits, with or without merit, may divert management’s attention, and we may incur significant expenses in our defense. In 

addition, we may be required to pay damage awards or settlements, become subject to injunctions or other equitable remedies, or determine to 
abandon certain lines of business, that may cause a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, and cash flows.

If we fail to maintain an effective system of internal controls or discover material weaknesses in our internal controls over financial reporting, we 
may not be able to detect fraud or report our financial results accurately or timely.

An effective internal control environment is necessary for us to produce reliable financial reports and is an important part of our effort to 

prevent financial fraud. We are required to periodically evaluate the effectiveness of the design and operation of our internal controls over financial 
reporting. Based on these evaluations, we may conclude that enhancements, modifications, or changes to internal controls are necessary or desirable. 
While management evaluates the effectiveness of our internal controls on a regular basis, these controls may not always be effective. There are 
inherent limitations on the effectiveness of internal controls, including fraud, collusion, management override, and failure in human judgment. In 
addition, control procedures are designed to reduce rather than eliminate business risks.

If we fail to maintain an effective system of internal controls, or if management or our independent registered public accounting firm 

discovers material weaknesses in our internal controls, we may be unable to produce reliable financial reports or prevent fraud. In addition, we may 
be subject to sanctions or investigation by regulatory authorities, such as the Securities and Exchange Commission or NASDAQ. Any such actions 
could result in an adverse reaction in the financial markets due to a loss of confidence in the reliability of our financial statements.

If we are deemed to be an investment company, we will be required to meet burdensome compliance requirements and restrictions on our 
activities.

We currently have significant cash and investments. If we are deemed to be an “investment company” as defined under the Investment 

Company Act of 1940 (the “Investment Company Act”), the nature of our investments may be subject to various restrictions. We do not believe that 
our principal activities subject us to the Investment Company Act. If we are deemed to be subject to the Investment Company Act, compliance with 
required additional regulatory burdens would increase our operating expenses.

The company’s goodwill and identifiable intangible assets could become impaired, which could reduce the value of our assets and reduce our net 
income in the year in which the write-off occurs.

Our goodwill and intangible assets could become impaired, which could reduce the value of our assets and reduce our net income in the year 

in which the write-off occurs. We ascribe value to certain intangible assets, which consist of customer lists and trade names resulting from 
acquisitions. We may incur an impairment charge on goodwill or on intangible assets if we determine that the fair value of the intangible assets are 
less than their current carrying values. We evaluate whether events have occurred that indicate all, or a portion, of the carrying amount of goodwill or 
intangible assets may no longer be recoverable. If this is the case, an impairment charge to earnings would be necessary.

ITEM 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments

None.

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ITEM 2. Properties

The Company owns two facilities and leases 30 facilities. We own our corporate facility and largest distribution center, which is located on 

approximately 100 acres in LaFox, Illinois and consists of approximately 242,000 square feet of manufacturing, warehouse, and office space. We 
maintain geographically diverse facilities because we believe this provides value to our customers and suppliers, and limits market risk and exchange 
rate exposure. We consider our properties to be well maintained, in sound condition, and adequate for our present needs. The extent of utilization 
varies from property to property and from time to time during the year.

Our facility locations, their primary use, and segments served are as follows:

Location
Woodland Hills, California
Farmington, Connecticut
Brooksville, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
LaFox, Illinois *
Rockland, Massachusetts
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Plymouth, Minnesota
Mint Hill, North Carolina
Fort Mill, South Carolina
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Beijing, China
Shanghai, China
Shenzhen, China
Nanterre, France
Donaueschingen, Germany
Meerbusch, Germany
Puchheim, Germany
Mumbai, India
Florence, Italy
Milan, Italy
Tokyo, Japan
Mexico City, Mexico
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Singapore, Singapore
Seoul, South Korea
Madrid, Spain
Taipei, Taiwan
Bangkok, Thailand
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hook, United Kingdom
Lincoln, United Kingdom

Leased/Owned
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Owned
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Owned
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased
Leased

Use
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales
Corporate/Sales/Distribution/Manufacturing
Sales
Sales/Distribution/Manufacturing
Sales/Distribution/Manufacturing
Sales
Sales/Distribution/Testing/Repair
Sales/Distribution
Sales
Sales/Distribution
Sales
Sales
Sales/Distribution/Manufacturing
Sales/Distribution/Testing
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales/Distribution/Manufacturing
Sales/Distribution
Sales
Sales
Sales
Sales/Distribution
Sales/Distribution/Testing/Repair
Sales/Distribution/Testing/Repair
Sales

Segment
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT/Canvys/Healthcare
PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
PMT
Healthcare
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
Canvys
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT/Healthcare
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT/Canvys
PMT
PMT
PMT
PMT/Canvys

*

LaFox, Illinois is also the location of our corporate headquarters.

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ITEM 3. Legal Proceedings

From time to time, we or our subsidiaries are involved in pending judicial proceedings concerning matters arising in the ordinary course of 
our business. While the outcome of litigation is subject to uncertainties, based on information at the time the financial statements were issued, we do 
not believe that the outcome of any current claims will have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, or 
cash flows.

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ITEM 5. Market for the Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

PART II

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities

None.

Share Repurchases

Period
May 31, 2015
June 1, 2015 - June 27, 2015
June 28, 2015 - July 25, 2015
July 26, 2015 - August 29, 2015
August 30, 2015 - September 26, 2015
September 27, 2015 - October 24, 2015
October 25, 2015 - November 28, 2015
November 29, 2015 - December 26, 2015
December 27, 2015 - January 23, 2016
January 24, 2016 - February 27, 2016
February 28, 2016 - March 26, 2016
March 27, 2016 - April 23, 2016
April 24, 2016 - May 28, 2016

Dividends

Total
Number
of Shares 
Purchased

Average
Price Paid
per Share

567,213
172,519
115,132

— $
— $
$
$
$
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $

—
—
5.83
5.93
5.94
—
—
—
—
—
—
—

Total Number
of Shares
Purchased as 
Part of Publicly
Announced
Plans
or Programs

567,213
172,519
115,132

— $
— $
$
$
$
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $

Dollar Amount
of Shares
Purchased
Under the Plans
or Programs

Amounts
Remaining
Under the Share
Repurchase 
Authorization

3,307,543
1,023,272
683,901

$
— $
— $
$
$
$
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $

14,625,569
14,625,569
14,625,569
11,318,026
10,294,754
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853
9,610,853

Our quarterly dividend was $0.06 per common share and $0.054 per Class B common share. Annual dividend payments for fiscal year 2016 

and fiscal year 2015 were approximately $3.1 million and $3.3 million, respectively. All future payments of dividends are at the discretion of the 
Board of Directors. Dividend payments will depend on earnings, capital requirements, operating conditions, and such other factors that the Board 
may deem relevant.

Common Stock Information

Our common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market (“NASDAQ”) under the trading symbol (“RELL”). There is no 

established public trading market for our Class B common stock. As of July 25, 2016, there were approximately 576 stockholders of record for the 
common stock and approximately 16 stockholders of record for the Class B common stock. The following table sets forth the high and low closing 
sales price per share of RELL common stock as reported on the NASDAQ for the periods indicated.

High and Low Closing Prices of Common Stock

Fiscal Quarter
First
Second
Third
Fourth

2016

2015

High

Low

High

Low

$
$
$
$

8.39
6.24
5.72
5.35

$
$
$
$

5.47
5.55
4.75
4.90

$
$
$
$

10.63
10.14
10.15
9.18

$
$
$
$

9.93
9.71
9.10
8.65

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Performance Graph

The following graph compares the performance of our common stock for the periods indicated with the performance of the NASDAQ 
Composite Index and NASDAQ Electronic Components Index. The graph assumes $100 invested on the last day of our fiscal year 2011, in our 
common stock, the NASDAQ Composite Index, and NASDAQ Electronic Components Index. Total return indices reflect reinvestment of dividends 
at the closing stock prices at the date of the dividend declaration.

*$100 invested on 5/28/11 in stock or 5/31/11 in index, including reinvestment of dividends.
Indexes calculated on month-end basis.

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ITEM 6. Selected Financial Data

Five-Year Financial Review

This information should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements, accompanying notes, and Management’s Discussion and 
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included elsewhere herein.

Statements of Income (Loss)
Net sales
Continuing Operations

Income (loss) from continuing operations before tax
Income tax provision (benefit)
Income (loss) from continuing operations
Discontinued Operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net income (loss)
Per Share Data
Net income (loss) per Common share - Basic:

Income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Total net income (loss) per Common share - Basic:
Net income (loss) per Class B common share - Basic:

Income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Total net income (loss) per Class B common share -

Basic:

Net income (loss) per Common share - Diluted:

Income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Total net income (loss) per Common share - Diluted:
Net income (loss) per Class B common share - Diluted:
Income (loss) from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Total net income (loss) per Class B common share -

Diluted:

Cash Dividend Data
Dividends per common share
Dividends per Class B common share (2)
Balance Sheet Data
Total assets
Stockholders’ equity

Fiscal Year Ended (1)
(in thousands , except per share amounts )
June 1,
May 31,
May 30,
2013
2014
2015

May 28,
2016

$

142,016

$

136,957

$

137,960

(6,220)
546
(6,766)

—
(6,766)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—

(0.47)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—

(0.47)

0.24
0.22

168,130
141,675

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$

(6,994)
(1,466)
(5,528)

(31)
(5,559)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—

(0.36)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—

(0.36)

0.24
0.22

184,994
156,652

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$

(652)
(307)
(345)

(170)
(515)

(0.03)
(0.01)
(0.04)

(0.02)
(0.01)

(0.03)

(0.03)
(0.01)
(0.04)

(0.02)
(0.01)

(0.03)

0.24
0.22

203,545
174,845

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$

$

$

$

$
$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$

141,066

642
160
482

766
1,248

0.03
0.05
0.08

0.03
0.05

0.08

0.03
0.05
0.08

0.03
0.05

0.08

0.24
0.22

217,318
185,239

June 2,
2012

157,836

7,656
(334)
7,990

536
8,526

0.48
0.03
0.51

0.43
0.03

0.46

0.47
0.03
0.50

0.43
0.03

0.46

0.20
0.18

231,423
200,213

$

$

$

$
$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$

(1)
(2)

Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday nearest the end of May. Each of the fiscal years presented contain 52/53 weeks.
The dividend per Class B common share is 90% of the dividend per Class A common share.

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ITEM 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) is intended to assist the reader in 

better understanding our business, results of operations, financial condition, changes in financial condition, critical accounting policies and estimates, 
and significant developments. MD&A is provided as a supplement to, and should be read in conjunction with, our consolidated financial statements 
and the accompanying notes appearing elsewhere in this filing. This section is organized as follows:

•

•

•

Business Overview

Results of Continuing Operations - an analysis and comparison of our consolidated results of operations for the fiscal years ended 
May 28, 2016, May 30, 2015, and May 31, 2014, as reflected in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss).

Liquidity, Financial Position, and Capital Resources - a discussion of our primary sources and uses of cash for the fiscal years 
ended May 28, 2016, May 30, 2015, and May 31, 2014, and a discussion of changes in our financial position.

Business Overview

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; 
power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging 
equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, 
industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and 
“engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through 
design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its 
global infrastructure.

Our products include electron tubes and related components, microwave generators, subsystems used in semiconductor manufacturing, and 
visual technology solutions. These products are used to control, switch or amplify electrical power signals, or are used as display devices in a variety 
of industrial, commercial, medical, and communication applications.

On June 15, 2015, Richardson Electronics, Ltd (“the Company”), acquired certain assets of International Medical Equipment and Services, 
Inc. (“IMES”), for a purchase price of $12.2 million. This includes the purchase of inventory, receivables, fixed assets, and certain other assets of the 
Company. The Company did not acquire any liabilities of IMES. The total consideration paid excludes transaction costs.

IMES, based in South Carolina, provides reliable, cost-saving solutions worldwide for major brands of CT and MRI equipment. This 
acquisition positions Richardson Healthcare to provide cost effective diagnostic imaging replacement parts and training to hospitals, diagnostic 
imaging centers, medical institutions, and independent service organizations. IMES offers an extensive selection of replacement parts, as well as an 
interactive training center, on-site test bays and experienced technicians who provide 24/7 customer support. Replacement parts are readily available 
and triple tested to provide peace of mind when uptime is critical. IMES core operations will remain in South Carolina. Richardson Healthcare plans 
to expand IMES’ replacement parts and training offerings geographically leveraging the Company’s global infrastructure. During the fourth quarter 
of fiscal 2016, IMES opened up their first foreign location in Amsterdam.

We have three operating and reportable segments, which we define as follows:

Power and Microwave Technologies Group (“PMT”), launched in July 2015, combines Electron Device Group’s (“EDG”) core engineered 

solutions, power grid and microwave tube business with new RF and power technologies. As a manufacturer and authorized distributor, PMT’s 
strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and engineered solutions based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. We 
provide solutions and add value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and 
aftermarket technical service and repair—all through our existing global infrastructure. PMT’s focus is on products for power, RF and microwave 
applications for customers in alternative energy, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific, and 
semiconductor markets. PMT focuses on various applications including broadcast transmission, CO2 laser cutting, diagnostic imaging, dielectric and 
induction heating, high energy transfer, high voltage switching, plasma, power conversion, radar, and radiation oncology. PMT also offers its 
customers technical services for both microwave and industrial equipment.

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Canvys provides customized display solutions serving the corporate enterprise, financial, healthcare, industrial, and medical original 

equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) markets.

Healthcare manufactures, distributes and services high value replacement parts for the healthcare market including hospitals, medical 

centers, independent service organizations, and multi-vendor service providers. Products include power grid tubes, hydrogen thyratrons, klystrons, 
magnetrons; Image Systems medical displays and workstations for picture archiving and communication systems (“PACS”); visual solutions for 
operating rooms/surgical environments; digital radiography solutions including replacement flat panel detectors and upgrades; and additional 
replacement components currently under development for the diagnostic imaging service market. Through a combination of newly developed 
products and partnerships, service offerings, and training programs, we believe we can help our customers improve efficiency and deliver better 
clinical outcomes while lowering the cost of healthcare delivery.

We currently have operations in the following major geographic regions: North America, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Latin America.

Results of Continuing Operations

Overview - Fiscal Year Ended May 28, 2016 

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Net sales for fiscal 2016 were $142.0 million, up 3.7%, compared to net sales of $137.0 during fiscal 2015.

Gross margin was 31.6% of net sales for fiscal year 2016, compared to 30.0% of net sales for fiscal 2015.

Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased to $51.6 million, or 36.4% of net sales, for fiscal 2016, compared to $49.2 
million, or 35.9% of net sales, for fiscal 2015.

Operating loss during fiscal 2016 was $6.6 million, compared to $8.1 million for fiscal 2015.

Other income for fiscal 2016 was $0.3 million, compared to other income of $1.1 million for fiscal 2015.

Loss from continuing operations during fiscal 2016 was $6.8 million versus a loss of $5.5 million during fiscal 2015.

There were no results from discontinued operations during fiscal 2016, compared to loss from discontinued operations, net of tax, of 
less than $0.1 million during fiscal 2015.

Net loss during fiscal 2016 was $6.8 million, compared to net loss of $5.6 million during fiscal 2015.

Net Sales and Gross Profit Analysis

Net sales by segment and percent change for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 were as follows (in thousands):

Net Sales
PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

FY 2016
$ 105,554
23,453
13,009
$ 142,016

FY 2015
$ 105,748
24,645
6,564
$ 136,957

FY 2014
$ 103,274
27,857
6,829
$ 137,960

FY16 vs. FY15
% Change

FY15 vs. FY14
% Change

(0.2%)
(4.8%)
98.2%
3.7%

2.4%
(11.5%)
(3.9%)
(0.7%)

During fiscal 2016 consolidated net sales increased by 3.7% compared to fiscal 2015. Sales for PMT declined by 0.2% and Canvys declined 

by 4.8%, offset by a 98.2% increase in sales for Healthcare. During fiscal 2015 consolidated net sales decreased 0.7% compared to fiscal 2014.

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Gross profit by segment and percent of segment net sales for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 were as follows (in thousands):

Gross Profit
PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

FY 2016

FY 2015

FY 2014

$

$

33,088
6,017
5,730
44,835

31.3% $
25.7%
44.0%
31.6% $

33,098
6,457
1,583
41,138

31.3% $
26.2%
24.1%
30.0% $

31,610
7,588
1,816
41,014

30.6%
27.2%
26.6%
29.7%

Gross profit reflects the distribution and manufacturing product margin less manufacturing variances, inventory obsolescence charges, 

customer returns, scrap and cycle count adjustments, engineering costs, unabsorbed manufacturing labor and overhead, and other provisions.

Consolidated gross profit was $44.8 million during fiscal 2016, compared to $41.1 million during fiscal 2015. Consolidated gross margin as 

a percentage of net sales increased to 31.6% during fiscal 2016, from 30.0% during fiscal 2015. Gross margin during fiscal 2016 included expense 
related to inventory provisions for PMT of $0.3 million, $0.4 million for Canvys, and less than $0.1 million for Healthcare. Gross margin during 
fiscal 2015 included expense related to inventory provisions for PMT of $0.1 million, $0.1 million for Canvys, and less than $0.1 million for 
Healthcare.

Consolidated gross profit was $41.1 million during fiscal 2015, compared to $41.0 million during fiscal 2014. Consolidated gross margin as 

a percentage of net sales increased slightly to 30.0% during fiscal 2015, from 29.7% during fiscal 2014. Gross margin during fiscal 2015 included 
expense related to inventory provisions for PMT of $0.1 million, $0.1 million for Canvys, and less than $0.1 million for Healthcare. Gross margin 
during fiscal 2014 included expense related to inventory provisions for PMT of $0.6 million and $0.2 million for Canvys.

Power and Microwave Technologies Group

Net sales for PMT decreased 0.2% to $105.6 million during fiscal 2016, from $105.7 million during fiscal 2015. We recognized a large tube 

order for a military application and sales of power conversion and RF and microwave components increased. This was offset by a decline in the 
broadcast market along with specialty products manufactured in LaFox and sold primarily into the semiconductor capital equipment market. Gross 
margin as a percentage of net sales remained flat at 31.3% during fiscal 2016 compared to fiscal 2015.

Net sales for PMT increased 2.4% to $105.7 million during fiscal 2015, from $103.3 million during fiscal 2014. Net sales of engineered 
solutions including continuous wave magnetrons and related assemblies sold primarily into the semiconductor wafer fabrication market as well as 
microwave generators increased. Net sales of tubes also increased in the laser, aviation, and marine markets, offset by declines primarily in the 
industrial and broadcast markets. Gross margin as a percentage of sales increased to 31.3% during fiscal 2015 compared to 30.6% during fiscal 2014 
primarily due to shifts in product and geographic mix. 

Canvys

Net sales for Canvys decreased 4.8% to $23.5 million during fiscal 2016, from $24.6 million during fiscal 2015. Sales in the North 

American OEM markets were down due to specific customers going through acquisitions within our customer base that disrupted the day to day 
business and delays in new programs. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales declined to 25.7% during fiscal 2016 as compared to 26.2% during 
fiscal 2015, primarily due to the devaluation of the Euro.

Net sales for Canvys decreased 11.5% to $24.6 million during fiscal 2015, from $27.9 million during fiscal 2014. Sales in the North 

America and European OEM markets were down due to delays in new programs which had a loss of several customers that concluded 
programs. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales declined to 26.2% during fiscal 2015 as compared to 27.2% during fiscal 2014, primarily due to 
the devaluation of the euro and increased engineering and freight costs. 

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Healthcare

Net Sales for Healthcare increased 98.2% to $13.0 million during fiscal 2016, from $6.6 million during fiscal 2015. The acquisition of IMES 
during fiscal 2016 resulted in $7.6 million in sales, however sales in the Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) display market were 
down $1.2 million driven by budget concerns and a difficult capital market for hospitals. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales increased to 
44.0% during fiscal year 2016, compared to 24.1% during fiscal year 2015. This increase is primarily due to the significantly higher gross margins of 
the IMES business acquired during fiscal 2016.

Net Sales for Healthcare (previously part of our Canvys business) decreased 3.9% to $6.6 million during fiscal 2015, from $6.8 million 

during fiscal 2014. Sales were down in the Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) display market driven by budget concerns and a 
difficult capital market for hospitals. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales decreased to 24.1% during fiscal year 2015, compared to 26.6% 
during fiscal year 2014 due to competitive pricing pressure and shifts in product mix. 

Sales by Geographic Area

On a geographic basis, our sales are categorized by destination: North America; Europe; Asia/Pacific; Latin America; and Other.

Net sales by geographic area and percent change for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 were as follows (in thousands):

Net Sales
North America
Asia/Pacific
Europe
Latin America
Other (1)
Total

$

FY 2016
66,365
24,564
44,634
6,347
106
$ 142,016

$

FY 2015
59,742
24,605
44,425
8,275
(90)
$ 136,957

$

FY 2014
57,137
24,069
47,610
8,936
208
$ 137,960

FY16 vs. FY15
% Change

FY15 vs. FY14
% Change

11.1%
(0.2%)
0.5%
(23.3%)
(217.8%)
3.7%

4.6%
2.2%
(6.7%)
(7.4%)
(143.3%)
(0.7%)

Gross profit by geographic area and percent of geographic net sales for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 were as follows (in thousands):

Gross Profit (Loss)
North America
Asia/Pacific
Europe
Latin America
Other (1)
Total

FY 2016

FY 2015

FY 2014

$

$

23,506
8,212
13,541
2,397
(2,821)
44,835

35.4% $
33.4%
30.3%
37.8%

31.6% $

20,352
7,967
14,051
3,082
(4,314)
41,138

34.1% $
32.4%
31.6%
37.2%

30.0% $

18,905
7,849
15,506
3,231
(4,477)
41,014

33.1%
32.6%
32.6%
36.2%

29.7%

(1) Other primarily includes net sales not allocated to a specific geographical region, unabsorbed value-add costs, and unallocated freight expenses.

We sell our products to customers in diversified industries and perform periodic credit evaluations of our customers’ financial condition. 

Terms are generally on open account, payable net 30 days in North America, and vary throughout Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. Estimates 
of credit losses are recorded in the financial statements based on monthly reviews of outstanding accounts.

Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses

Selling, general, and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) increased during fiscal 2016 to $51.6 million from $49.2 million during fiscal 

2015. SG&A as a percentage of sales from continuing operations, increased to 36.4% during fiscal 2016 from 35.9% during fiscal 2015. The increase 
in SG&A was due to $5.0 million related to IMES and additional investments in our Richardson Healthcare business to support its growth and $0.7 
million in for PMT to support the power conversion growth initiatives, partially offset by decreases of $1.9 million in IT services, $0.9 million in our 
other support functions, and $0.5 million in Canvys.

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Selling, general, and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) increased during fiscal 2015 to $49.2 million from $43.5 million during fiscal 

2014. SG&A as a percentage of sales from continuing operations, increased to 35.9% during fiscal 2015 from 31.5% during fiscal 2014. The increase 
in SG&A costs of $5.7 million during fiscal 2015, compared to fiscal 2014, includes $3.9 million of expenses related to our new IT system 
implementation and $2.4 million related to our engineered solutions and healthcare growth initiatives, partially offset by other decreases in our 
administrative expenses of $0.6 million.

Impairment of Goodwill

The Company reported $6.3 million of goodwill on its balance sheet as of May 28, 2016. The results of our goodwill impairment tests as of 
February 28, 2016, indicated that the balance of goodwill reported, entirely attributed to the acquisition of IMES completed during the first quarter of 
fiscal 2016, was not impaired.

The Company did not have any goodwill on its balance sheet as of May 30, 2015, and May 31, 2014. The results of our goodwill 

impairment tests as of March 1, 2014, our measurement date, indicated that the balance of goodwill reported, entirely attributed to our PMT reporting 
unit, was fully impaired. The goodwill impairment test revealed that there was no implied goodwill value as of the measurement date. As a result, we 
recorded a pre-tax goodwill impairment charge of $1.7 million during fiscal year 2014. Additionally, a $0.4 million tax benefit was recorded related 
to the goodwill impairment.

Other Income/Expense

Other income/expense was income of $0.3 million during fiscal 2016, compared to income of $1.1 million during fiscal 2015. Fiscal 2016 

includes $0.6 million of investment income, partially offset by $0.2 million of foreign exchange losses. Fiscal 2015 includes $1.0 million of 
investment income. Other income of $3.5 million during fiscal 2014 included an antitrust class action lawsuit settlement of $2.5 million and $1.0 
million of investment income. Our foreign exchange gains and losses are primarily due to the translation of U.S. dollars held in non-U.S. entities. We 
currently do not utilize derivative instruments to manage our exposure to foreign currency.

Income Tax Provision (Benefit)

Our income tax provision from continuing operations during fiscal year 2016 was $0.5 million. Our income tax benefit for fiscal year 2015 

and fiscal year 2014 was $1.5 million and $0.3 million, respectively. The effective income tax rates for continuing operations during fiscal 2016, 
2015, and 2014, were 8.8%, (20.9)%, and (47.0)%, respectively. The difference between the effective tax rates as compared to the U.S. federal 
statutory rate of 34% during 2016, 2015, and 2014 is primarily driven by the impact of recording a valuation allowance against all of our U.S. state 
and federal net deferred tax assets, changes in our geographical distribution of income (loss), repatriation of foreign earnings, and our recording of 
uncertain tax positions with respect to ASC 740-30, Income Taxes - Other Considerations or Special Areas ("ASC 740-30").

As of May 28, 2016, we had approximately $5.7 million of net deferred tax assets for federal net operating loss ("NOL") carryforwards, 

compared to $3.0 million as of May 30, 2015. Net deferred tax assets for domestic state NOL carryforwards amounted to approximately $2.7 million, 
compared to $2.4 million during fiscal year 2015. Net deferred tax assets related to foreign NOL carryforwards totaled approximately $0.6 million 
with various or indefinite expiration dates. The amount of net deferred tax assets related to foreign NOL carryforwards was the same as the fiscal 
year 2015. We also have a net deferred tax asset of $0.3 million related to foreign tax credit carryforwards as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015. 
The changes in balances from prior year for the federal NOL carryforwards is driven by current year forecast taxable losses. We do not have any 
alternative minimum tax credit carryforward as of May 28, 2016.

We have historically determined that certain undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries, to the extent of cash available, will be 

repatriated to the U.S. Accordingly, we have provided a deferred tax liability totaling $6.7 million and $4.8 million as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 
2015, respectively, on foreign earnings of $48.7 million and $38.2 million, respectively. The increase year over year primarily relates to the change in 
management’s assertion for RELL China. As of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016, we changed our assertion to no longer be permanently reinvested in 
China. In addition, as of May 28, 2016, $5.7 million of cumulative positive earnings of some of our foreign subsidiaries are still considered 
permanently reinvested pursuant to ASC 740-30, Income Taxes - Other Considerations or Special Areas (“ASC 740-30”). Due to various tax 
attributes that are continuously changing, it is not practicable to determine what, if any, tax liability might exist if such earnings were to be 
repatriated.

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Management assesses the available positive and negative evidence to estimate if sufficient future taxable income will be generated to use the 
existing deferred tax assets. A significant component of objective evidence evaluated was the cumulative income or loss incurred in each jurisdiction 
over the three-year period ended May 28, 2016. Such objective evidence limits the ability to consider subjective evidence such as future income 
projections. We considered other positive evidence in determining the need for a valuation allowance in the U.S. including the repatriation of foreign 
earnings which we do not consider permanently reinvested in certain of our foreign subsidiaries. The weight of this positive evidence is not sufficient 
to outweigh other negative evidence in evaluating our need for a valuation allowance in the U.S. jurisdiction.

As of May 28, 2016, a valuation allowance of $5.9 million has been established to record only the portion of the deferred tax asset that will 

more likely than not be realized. There has been an increase in the valuation allowance from May 30, 2015 in the amount of $0.7 million. The 
valuation allowance on deferred tax assets in foreign jurisdictions relates to jurisdictions where historical taxable losses have been incurred. We also 
recorded a valuation allowance for all domestic federal and state net deferred tax assets considering the significant cumulative losses in the U.S. 
jurisdiction, the reversal of the deferred tax liability for foreign earnings, and no forecast of additional U.S. income. The amount of the deferred tax 
asset considered realizable, however, could be adjusted if estimates of future taxable income during the carryforward period are increased, or if 
objective negative evidence in the form of cumulative losses is no longer present and additional weight may be given to subjective evidence such as 
our projections for growth.

Income taxes paid, including foreign estimated tax payments, were $0.7 million, $0.5 million, and $2.1 million, during fiscal 2016, 2015, 

and 2014, respectively.

In the normal course of business, we are subject to examination by taxing authorities throughout the world. Generally, years prior to fiscal 

2006 are closed for examination under the statute of limitation for U.S. federal, U.S. state and local, or non-U.S. tax jurisdictions. We are under 
examination in the state of Illinois for fiscal years 2012 and 2013. We are currently under examination in Thailand for fiscal years 2008 through 2011 
and France for fiscal years 2013 through 2015. Our primary foreign tax jurisdictions are Germany and the Netherlands. After the closure of the 
Germany tax audit for fiscal years 2009 through 2011, we have tax years open in Germany beginning in fiscal 2012 and the Netherlands beginning in 
fiscal 2010.

The uncertain tax positions from continuing operations as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015, totaled $0.1 million. We record penalties and 
interest relating to uncertain tax positions in the income tax expense line item within the unaudited consolidated statements of comprehensive income 
(loss). It is not expected that there will be a change in the unrecognized tax benefits within the next 12 months.

Discontinued Operations

During fiscal year 2011, we completed the sale of the assets primarily used or held for use in, and certain liabilities of our RF, Wireless, and 

Power Division (“RFPD”), as well as certain other Company assets, including our information technology assets, to Arrow Electronics, Inc. 
(“Arrow”) in exchange for $238.8 million (“the Transaction”). In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 205-20, Presentation 
of Financial Statements - Discontinued Operations (“ASC 205-20”), we reported the financial results of RFPD as a discontinued operation. Refer to 
Note 5 “Discontinued Operations” of the notes to our consolidated financial statements in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

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Financial Summary - Discontinued Operations

Summary financial results for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 are presented in the following table (in thousands):

Net sales
Gross loss (1)
Selling, general, and administrative expenses (2)
Income tax provision (benefit) (3)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

$

Fiscal 2016

Fiscal 2015

Fiscal 2014

— $
—
—
—
—

— $
—
—
31
(31)

402
(330)
215
(375)
(170)

Notes:
(1)

(2)

(3)

Gross loss for fiscal year 2014 includes unabsorbed manufacturing labor and overhead expenses related to the Manufacturing Agreement 
with RFPD which ended March 1, 2014.
Selling, General and Administrative expenses in fiscal year 2014 related primarily to professional fees for tax audits resulting from the 
Transaction.
The income tax provision for fiscal year 2015 was the result of an income tax audit as a result of the Transaction. The income tax benefits in 
fiscal year 2014 relates to the reversal of tax reserves.

Liquidity, Financial Position, and Capital Resources

Our growth and cash needs have been primarily financed through income from operations and cash on hand.

Cash and cash equivalents were $60.4 million at May 28, 2016. Investments included CD’s and time deposits, classified as short-term 

investments were $2.3 million and long-term investments were $7.8 million including equity securities of $0.6 million. Cash and investments at May 
28, 2016, consisted of $18.1 million in North America, $12.6 million in Europe, $0.7 million in Latin America, and $39.1 million in Asia/Pacific. We 
plan to repatriate $11.3 million to the U.S. from China during our first quarter of fiscal 2017.

Cash and cash equivalents were $74.5 million at May 30, 2015. Investments included CD’s and time deposits, classified as short-term 

investments were $23.7 million and long-term investments were $11.5 million including equity securities of $0.6 million. Cash and investments at 
May 30, 2015, consisted of $51.1 million in North America, $16.6 million in Europe, $0.7 million in Latin America, and $41.3 million in 
Asia/Pacific.

We believe we will continue to have sufficient liquidity to fund our future growth strategies for our business in the foreseeable future.

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

Negative cash flow from operating activities primarily resulted from our net loss, adjusted for non-cash items, and changes in our operating 

assets and liabilities.

Operating activities used $13.6 million of cash during fiscal 2016. We had net loss of $6.8 million during fiscal 2016, which included non-

cash stock-based compensation expense of $0.5 million associated with the issuance of stock option awards and depreciation and amortization 
expense of $2.4 million associated with our property and equipment as well as amortization of our intangible assets. Changes in our operating assets 
and liabilities, net of effects of acquired business, was a use of cash of $9.7 million during fiscal 2016, due primarily to the increase in inventories of 
$5.2 million, the increase in accounts receivable of $3.5 million, the decrease in our accounts payable of $0.9 million, the decrease in accrued 
liabilities of $1.0 million, and the decrease in income tax receivable of $0.9 million. The increase, or use of cash, for our inventory was primarily due 
to purchases related to our power conversion and Healthcare growth initiatives. The decrease in accounts payable is due to larger purchases of fixed 
assets and inventory primarily related to our Healthcare initiative where shorter payment terms are required. The decrease in accrual liabilities is due 
primarily to a $0.7 million decrease in our severance accrual.

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Operating activities, which include our discontinued operations, used $9.8 million of cash during fiscal 2015. We had net loss of $5.6 

million during fiscal 2015, which included non-cash stock-based compensation expense of $0.7 million associated with the issuance of stock option 
awards primarily to our directors and officers and depreciation and amortization expense of $1.7 million associated with our property and equipment 
as well as amortization of our intangible assets. Changes in our operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquired businesses and foreign 
exchange, was a $5.0 million use of cash during fiscal 2015. This use of cash is primarily due to increases in our accounts receivable of $4.5 million 
and inventory purchases of $7.5 million, partially offset by a decrease in our income tax receivable of $2.0 million and an increase in our accounts 
payable of $4.2 million. The increase in inventory and accounts payable relates to additional purchases to support our engineered solutions and 
Healthcare growth initiatives. The increase in accounts receivable relate to slower collections during our focus on the implementation of our global IT 
platform.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

The cash flow from investing activities has consisted primarily of purchases and maturities of investments and capital expenditures.

Cash provided by investing activities of $8.2 million during fiscal 2016, included proceeds from the maturities of investments of $27.0 

million and proceeds from the sale of our building in Spain of $0.4 million, offset by the acquisition of IMES of $12.2 million, purchases of 
investments of $2.2 million, and $4.8 million in capital expenditures. Capital expenditures relates primarily to our Healthcare growth initiatives and 
capital for our new IT system.

Cash used by investing activities during fiscal 2015 was $6.9 million. This included proceeds from the maturities of investments of $33.6 

million, offset by the purchase of investments of $35.6 million, and $4.7 million in capital expenditures, primarily related to a new ERP system 
implementation.

Our purchases and proceeds from investments consist of time deposits and CDs. Purchasing of future investments may vary from period to 

period due to interest and foreign currency exchange rates.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

The cash flow from financing activities primarily consists of repurchases of common stock and cash dividends paid.

Cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2016 was $8.0 million. This included $5.0 million of cash used to repurchase common stock 

and $3.1 million in dividends paid, offset by $0.1 million of proceeds from the issuance of common stock from stock option exercises. The 
repurchase of common stock relates to our share repurchase authorizations. Cash dividends paid of $3.1 million were approved by the Board of 
Directors.

Cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2015 was $6.9 million. This included $3.9 million of cash used to repurchase common stock 

and $3.3 million in dividends paid, offset by $0.3 million of proceeds from the issuance of common stock from stock option exercises. The 
repurchase of common stock relates to our share repurchase authorizations. Cash dividends paid of $3.3 million were approved by the Board of 
Directors.

All future payments of dividends are at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Dividend payments will depend on earnings, capital 

requirements, operating conditions, and such other factors that the Board may deem relevant.

Contractual Obligations

Contractual obligations by expiration period are presented in the table below as of May 28, 2016 (in thousands):

Lease obligations (1)

Less than 
1 year

1 - 3
years

4 - 5
years

More than
5 years

Total

$

1,599

$

3,737

$

787

$

185

$

6,308

(1)

Lease obligations are related to certain warehouse and office facilities under non-cancelable operating leases.

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We believe that the existing sources of liquidity, including current cash, will provide sufficient resources to meet known capital 

requirements and working capital needs for the fiscal year ending May 27, 2017.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to 
make significant estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities 
at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management continuously 
evaluates its critical accounting policies and estimates, including the allowance for doubtful accounts, revenue recognition, inventory obsolescence, 
goodwill and other intangible assets, loss contingencies, and income taxes. Management bases the estimates on historical experience and on various 
other assumptions believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, however, actual results could differ from those estimates.

The policies discussed below are considered by management to be critical to understanding our financial position and the results of 

operations. Their application involves significant judgments and estimates in preparation of our consolidated financial statements. For all of these 
policies, management cautions that future events rarely develop exactly as forecasted, and the best estimates routinely require adjustment.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

Our allowance for doubtful accounts includes estimated losses that result from uncollectible receivables. The estimates are influenced by the 
following: continuing credit evaluation of customers’ financial conditions; aging of receivables, individually and in the aggregate; a large number of 
customers which are widely dispersed across geographic areas; collectability and delinquency history by geographic area; and the fact that no single 
customer accounts for more than 10% of net sales. Significant changes in one or more of these considerations may require adjustments affecting net 
income and net carrying value of accounts receivable. The allowance for doubtful accounts was approximately $0.4 million as of May 28, 2016, and 
$0.3 million as of May 30, 2015.

Revenue Recognition

Our product sales are recognized as revenue upon shipment, when title passes to the customer, when delivery has occurred or services have 
been rendered, and when collectability is reasonably assured. We also record estimated discounts and returns based on our historical experience. Our 
products are often manufactured to meet the specific design needs of our customers’ applications. Our engineers work closely with customers to 
ensure that our products will meet their needs. Our customers are under no obligation to compensate us for designing the products we sell.

Inventories

Our worldwide inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, generally using a weighted-average cost method. Our inventories 

included approximately $40.0 million of finished goods, $4.4 million of raw materials, and $1.0 million of work-in-progress as of May 28, 2016, as 
compared to approximately $33.7 million of finished goods, $3.2 million of raw materials, and $1.9 million of work-in-progress as of May 30, 2015.

Provisions for obsolete or slow moving inventories are recorded based upon regular analysis of stock rotation privileges, obsolescence, the 

exiting of certain market segments, and assumptions about future demand and market conditions. If future demand, changes in the industry, or market 
conditions differ from management’s estimates, additional provisions may be necessary.

We recorded provisions to our inventory reserves of $0.7 million, $0.2 million, and $0.8 million during fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014, 
respectively, which were included in cost of sales. The provisions were primarily for obsolete and slow moving parts. The parts were written down to 
estimated realizable value.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

We test goodwill for impairment annually and whenever events or circumstances indicate an impairment may have occurred, such as a 

significant adverse change in the business climate, loss of key personnel or a decision to sell or dispose of a reporting unit.

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During the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, our goodwill balances are reviewed for impairment using the third quarter as the measurement 

date. If after reviewing the totality of events or circumstances as provided in ASU 2011-08 we determine that it is not likely that the fair value of a 
reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, then we test for impairment through the application of a fair value based test. We estimate the fair value 
of each of our reporting units based on projected future operating results, market approach, and discounted cash flows. Projected future operating 
results and cash flows used for valuation purposes may reflect considerable improvements relative to historical periods with respect to, among other 
things, revenue growth and operating margins. Although we believe our projected future operating results and cash flows and related estimates 
regarding fair values are based on reasonable assumptions, historically, projected operating results and cash flows have not always been achieved.

In accordance with ASC 350 “Intangibles - Goodwill and Other”, if indicators of impairment are deemed to be present, we would perform 

an interim impairment test and any resulting impairment loss would be charged to expense in the period identified.

Our goodwill impairment testing follows the two-step process as defined in ASC 350. The first step in the process compares the fair value of 

the reporting unit to its carrying value. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, the second step of the impairment test is 
performed to measure the amount of impairment loss to be recognized. In the second step, the fair value of the reporting unit resulting from the first 
step of the evaluation is allocated to the fair value of all of the assets and liabilities of the reporting unit in order to determine an implied goodwill 
value. This allocation is similar to the purchase price allocation performed in purchase accounting. If the carrying amount of the goodwill reported 
exceeds the implied goodwill value, an impairment loss should be recognized in an amount equal to that excess.

Intangible assets are initially recorded at their fair market values determined on quoted market prices in active markets, if available, or 
recognized valuation models. Intangible assets that have finite useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful lives. Our intangible 
assets represent the fair value for trade name, customer relationships, non-compete agreements, and technology acquired in connection with the 
acquisitions.

Long-Lived Assets

We review property and equipment, definite-lived intangible assets, and other long-lived assets for impairment whenever adverse events or 

changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts of such assets may not be recoverable.

Loss Contingencies

We accrue a liability for loss contingencies when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount can be reasonably estimated. 

When only a range of possible losses can be established, the most probable amount in the range is accrued. If no amount within this range is a better 
estimate than any other amount within the range, the minimum amount in the range is accrued. If we determine that there is at least a reasonable 
possibility that a loss may have been incurred, we will include a disclosure describing the contingency.

Income Taxes

We recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities based on the differences between financial statement carrying amounts and the tax bases of 

assets and liabilities. We regularly review our deferred tax assets for recoverability and determine the need for a valuation allowance based on a 
number of factors, including both positive and negative evidence. These factors include historical taxable income or loss, projected future taxable 
income or loss, the expected timing of the reversals of existing temporary differences, and the implementation of tax planning strategies. In 
circumstances where we, or any of our affiliates, have incurred three years of cumulative losses which constitute significant negative evidence, 
positive evidence of equal or greater significance is needed to overcome the negative evidence before a tax benefit is recognized for deductible 
temporary differences and loss carryforwards. See Note 9 “Income Taxes” of the notes to our consolidated financial statements in Part II, Item 8 of 
this Annual Report on Form 10-K for further information.

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New Accounting Pronouncements

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). ASU 2014-09 is principles based 

guidance that can be applied to all contracts with customers, enhancing comparability of revenue recognition practices across entities, industries, 
jurisdictions and capital markets. The core principle of the guidance is that entities should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods 
or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods and 
services. The guidance details the steps entities should apply to achieve the core principle. For public entities, ASU 2014-09 is effective for annual 
reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within that reporting period; early adoption is not permitted. We are 
currently evaluating the impact that the adoption of ASU 2014-09 will have on our financial condition, results of operations and disclosures.

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases.” ASU 2016-02 establishes a right-of-use (“ROU”) model that requires a lessee 

to record a ROU asset and a lease liability on the balance sheet for all leases with terms longer than 12 months. Leases will be classified as either 
finance or operating, with classification affecting the pattern of expense recognition in the income statement. ASU 2016-02 is effective for fiscal 
years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those fiscal years. A modified retrospective transition approach is required 
for lessees for capital and operating leases existing at, or entered into after, the beginning of the earliest comparative period presented in the financial 
statements, with certain practical expedients available. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on 
the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-11, “Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory.” ASU 2015-11 requires inventory within the 

scope of the ASU (e.g., first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) or average cost) to be measured using the lower of cost and net realizable value. Inventory 
excluded from the scope of the ASU (i.e., last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) or the retail inventory method) will continue to be measured at the lower of cost 
or market. The ASU also amends some of the other guidance in Topic 330, “Inventory,” to more clearly articulate the requirements for the 
measurement and disclosure of inventory. However, those amendments are not intended to result in any changes to current practice. ASU 2015-11 is 
effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this standard is not 
expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In November 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-17, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes, 

eliminating the current requirement for companies to present deferred tax assets and liabilities as current and noncurrent. Instead, companies will be 
required to classify all deferred tax assets and liabilities as noncurrent. This ASU is effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 
2016, including interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this guidance will result in a balance sheet reclassification and require 
related disclosure revisions in the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In March 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-09, 

“Compensation—Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting.” ASU 2016-09 introduces targeted 
amendments intended to simplify the accounting for stock compensation. Specifically, the ASU requires all excess tax benefits and tax deficiencies 
(including tax benefits of dividends on share-based payment awards) to be recognized as income tax expense or benefit in the income statement. The 
tax effects of exercised or vested awards should be treated as discrete items in the reporting period in which they occur. An entity also should 
recognize excess tax benefits, and assess the need for a valuation allowance, regardless of whether the benefit reduces taxes payable in the current 
period. That is, off balance sheet accounting for net operating losses stemming from excess tax benefits would no longer be required and instead such 
net operating losses would be recognized when they arise. Existing net operating losses that are currently tracked off balance sheet would be 
recognized, net of a valuation allowance if required, through an adjustment to opening retained earnings in the period of adoption. Entities will no 
longer need to maintain and track an “APIC pool.” The ASU also requires excess tax benefits to be classified along with other income tax cash flows 
as an operating activity in the statement of cash flows. 

In addition, ASU 2016-09 elevates the statutory tax withholding threshold to qualify for equity classification up to the maximum statutory 

tax rates in the applicable jurisdiction(s). The ASU also clarifies that cash paid by an employer when directly withholding shares for tax withholding 
purposes should be classified as a financing activity.

ASU 2016-09 provides an optional accounting policy election (with limited exceptions), to be applied on an entity-wide basis, to either 

estimate the number of awards that are expected to vest (consistent with existing U.S. GAAP) or account for forfeitures when they occur. ASU 2016-
09 is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods within those annual periods. The Company is currently 
evaluating the potential impact of the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

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ITEM 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

Risk Management and Market Sensitive Financial Instruments

We are exposed to many different market risks with the various industries we serve. The primary financial risk we are exposed to is foreign 
currency exchange, as certain operations, assets, and liabilities of ours are denominated in foreign currencies. We manage these risks through normal 
operating and financing activities.

The interpretation and analysis of these disclosures should not be considered in isolation since such variances in exchange rates would likely 

influence other economic factors. Such factors, which are not readily quantifiable, would likely also affect our operations. Additional disclosure 
regarding various market risks are set forth in Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on this Form 10-K.

Foreign Currency Exposure

Even though we take into account current foreign currency exchange rates at the time an order is taken, our financial statements, 

denominated in a non-U.S. functional currency, are subject to foreign exchange rate fluctuations.

Our foreign denominated assets and liabilities are cash, accounts receivable, inventory, accounts payable and intercompany receivables and 
payables, as we conduct business in countries of the European Union, Asia/Pacific and, to a lesser extent, Canada and Latin America. We do manage 
foreign exchange exposures by using currency clauses in certain sales contracts and we also have local debt to offset asset exposures. We have not 
used any derivative instruments nor entered into any forward contracts in fiscal 2016, fiscal 2015, or fiscal 2014.

Had the U.S. dollar changed unfavorably 10% against various foreign currencies, foreign denominated net sales would have been lower by 
an estimated $9.9 million during fiscal 2016, an estimated $9.6 million during fiscal 2015, and an estimated $13.8 million during fiscal 2014. Total 
assets would have declined by an estimated $6.5 million as of the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, and an estimated $23.1 million as of the fiscal year 
ended May 30, 2015, while the total liabilities would have decreased by an estimated $0.9 million as of the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, and an 
estimated $0.9 million as of the fiscal year ended May 30, 2015.

The interpretation and analysis of these disclosures should not be considered in isolation since such variances in exchanges rates would 

likely influence other economic factors. Such factors, which are not readily quantifiable, would likely also affect our operations.

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ITEM 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Audited Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, less allowance of $364 and $283
Inventories, net
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Deferred income taxes
Income tax receivable
Investments - current

Total current assets

Non-current assets:

Property, plant and equipment, net
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Non-current deferred income taxes
Investments - non-current

Total non-current assets

Total assets
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities

Total current liabilities

Non-current liabilities:

Non-current deferred income tax liabilities
Other non-current liabilities

Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities

Stockholders’ equity

Common stock, $0.05 par value; issued and outstanding 10,703 shares at May 28, 2016, and 

11,530 shares at May 30, 2015

Class B common stock, convertible, $0.05 par value; issued and outstanding 2,141 shares at May 

28, 2016, and at May 30, 2015

Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, no shares issued
Additional paid-in-capital
Common stock in treasury, at cost, no shares at May 28, 2016, and at May 30, 2015
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Total stockholders’ equity

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

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May 28, 2016

May 30, 2015

$

$

$

$

60,454
24,928
45,422
1,758
1,078
17
2,268
135,925

12,986
6,332
3,818
1,270
7,799
32,205
168,130

14,896
9,135
24,031

1,457
967
2,424
26,455

535

107
—
58,969
—
79,292
2,772
141,675
168,130

$

$

$

$

74,535
20,753
38,769
1,696
804
929
23,692
161,178

10,081
—
743
1,443
11,549
23,816
184,994

15,768
10,144
25,912

1,209
1,221
2,430
28,342

577

107
—
63,252
—
89,141
3,575
156,652
184,994

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Audited Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

May 28, 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30, 2015

May 31, 2014

Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Net sales
Cost of sales

Gross profit

Selling, general, and administrative expenses
Impairment of goodwill
Gain on disposal of assets
Operating loss
Other (income) expense:

Investment/interest income
Foreign exchange (gain) loss
Proceeds from legal settlement
Other, net

Total other income

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes
Income tax provision (benefit)
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

Net loss

Foreign currency translation gain (loss), net of tax
Fair value adjustments on investments gain (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Loss per Common share - Basic:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Common share - Basic:
Loss per Class B common share - Basic:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Class B common share - Basic:
Loss per Common share - Diluted:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Common share - Diluted:
Loss per Class B common share - Diluted:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Class B common share - Diluted:
Weighted average number of shares:
Common shares - Basic
Class B common shares - Basic
Common shares - Diluted
Class B common shares - Diluted
Dividends per common share
Dividends per Class B common share

142,016
97,181
44,835
51,632
—
(244)
(6,553)

(562)
212
—
17
(333)
(6,220)
546
(6,766)
—
(6,766)
(759)
(44)
(7,569)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—
(0.47)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—
(0.47)

10,908
2,141
10,908
2,141
0.240
0.220

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

136,957
95,819
41,138
49,229
—
(5)
(8,086)

(999)
(185)
—
92
(1,092)
(6,994)
(1,466)
(5,528)
(31)
(5,559)
(6,504)
22
(12,041)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—
(0.36)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—
(0.36)

11,682
2,151
11,682
2,151
0.240
0.220

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

137,960
96,946
41,014
43,496
1,671
—
(4,153)

(1,018)
84
(2,547)
(20)
(3,501)
(652)
(307)
(345)
(170)
(515)
1,216
30
731

(0.03)
(0.01)
(0.04)

(0.02)
(0.01)
(0.03)

(0.03)
(0.01)
(0.04)

(0.02)
(0.01)
(0.03)

11,915
2,250
11,915
2,250
0.240
0.220

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

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Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Audited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)

Operating activities:
Net loss
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to cash provided by (used in) operating 

activities:

Depreciation and amortization
Loss (gain) on sale of investments
Gain on disposal of assets
Share-based compensation expense
Deferred income taxes
Impairment of goodwill

Change in assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquired business:

Accounts receivable
Income tax receivable
Inventories
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities
Long-term liabilities-accrued pension
Other

Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities

Investing activities:

Cash consideration paid for acquired business
Capital expenditures
Proceeds from sales of assets
Proceeds from maturity of investments
Purchases of investments
Proceeds from sales of available-for-sale securities
Purchases of available-for-sale securities
Other

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

Financing activities:

Repurchase of common stock
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
Cash dividends paid
Other

Net cash used in financing activities

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information:

Cash paid during the fiscal year for:

Interest
Income taxes

May 28, 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30, 2015

May 31, 2014

$

(6,766)

$

(5,559)

$

(515)

2,381
1
(244)
548
201
—

(3,521)
912
(5,175)
(16)
(899)
(1,027)
(465)
486
(13,584)

(12,209)
(4,813)
402
27,026
(2,151)
268
(268)
(20)
8,235

(5,015)
142
(3,079)
(4)
(7,956)
(776)
(14,081)
74,535
60,454

—
715

$

1,707
(27)
(5)
726
(1,604)
—

(4,495)
1,959
(7,519)
(888)
4,207
1,480
—
238
(9,780)

—
(4,737)
—
33,617
(35,550)
227
(227)
(248)
(6,918)

(3,945)
324
(3,260)
3
(6,878)
(4,641)
(28,217)
102,752
74,535

—
495

$

1,094
(27)
—
759
(1,005)
1,671

195
3,541
1,517
96
(2,072)
(723)
133
(51)
4,613

(973)
(2,781)
—
342,279
(331,023)
176
(176)
98
7,600

(8,739)
190
(3,341)
37
(11,853)
390
750
102,002
102,752

—
2,094

$

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Balance June 1, 2013:
Comprehensive income (loss)

Net loss
Foreign currency translation
Fair value adjustments on investments

Share-based compensation:

Non-vested restricted stock
Stock options

Common stock:

Options exercised
Cancelled shares
Convert Class B to Common
Repurchase of common stock
Cancellation of treasury stock
Other

Dividends paid to:

Common ($0.24 per share)
Class B ($0.22 per share)

Balance May 31, 2014:
Comprehensive loss

Net loss
Foreign currency translation
Fair value adjustments on investments

Share-based compensation:

Stock options

Common stock:

Options exercised
Convert Class B to Common
Repurchase of common stock
Cancellation of treasury stock
Other

Dividends paid to:

Common ($0.24 per share)
Class B ($0.22 per share)

Balance May 30, 2015:
Comprehensive loss

Net loss
Foreign currency translation
Fair value adjustments on investments

Share-based compensation:

Stock options

Common stock:

Options exercised
Repurchase of common stock
Cancellation of treasury stock
Other

Dividends paid to:

Common ($0.24 per share)
Class B ($0.22 per share)

Balance May 28, 2016:

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Audited Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity
(in thousands)

Common
12,263

Class B
Common
2,491

Par
Value

Additional
Paid In
Capital

Common
Stock in
Treasury

$

738

$

73,979

$

(105)

$

Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income

$

8,811

$

Retained
Earnings
101,816

—
—
—

—
—

32
—
300
—
(764)
4

—
—
11,835

—
—
—

—

47
50
—
(401)
(1)

—
—
11,530

—
—
—

—

28
—
(855)
—

—
—
10,703

—
—
—

—
—

2
—
—
—
(38)
—

—
—
702

—
—
—

—

2
—
—
(20)
—

—
—
684

—
—
—

—

1
—
(43)
—

—
—
642

$

$

$

—
—
—

18
741

195
—
—
—
(8,791)
(1)

—
—
66,141

—
—
—

726

322
—
—
(3,939)
2

—
—
63,252

—
—
—

548

141
—
(4,972)
—

—
—
58,969

$

$

$

—
—
—

—
—

—
(300)
—
—
—
—

—
—
2,191

$

—
—
—

—

—
(50)
—
—
—

—
—
2,141

$

—
—
—

—

—
—
—
—

—
—
2,141

$

32

—
—
—

—
—

—
—
—
(8,739)
8,829
1

—
—
(14)

$

—
—
—

—

—
—
(3,945)
3,959
—

—
—
— $

—
—
—

—

—
(5,015)
5,015
—

(515)
—
—

—
—

—
—
—
—
—
(1)

(2,853)
(488)
97,959

(5,559)
—
—

—

—
—
—
—
1

(2,794)
(466)
89,141

(6,766)
—
—

—

—
—
—
(4)

$

$

—
1,216
30

—
—

—
—
—
—
—
—

—
—
10,057

—
(6,504)
22

—

—
—
—
—
—

—
—
3,575

—
(759)
(44)

—

—
—
—
—

Total
185,239

(515)
1,216
30

18
741

197
—
—
(8,739)
—
(1)

(2,853)
(488)
174,845

$

(5,559)
(6,504)
22

726

324
—
(3,945)
—
3

(2,794)
(466)
156,652

$

(6,766)
(759)
(44)

548

142
(5,015)
—
(4)

—
—
— $

(2,615)
(464)
79,292

$

—
—
2,772

(2,615)
(464)
141,675

$

1.

DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; 
power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging 
equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, 
industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and 
“engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through 
design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its 
global infrastructure.

Our products include electron tubes and related components, microwave generators, subsystems used in semiconductor manufacturing, and 
visual technology solutions. These products are used to control, switch or amplify electrical power signals, or are used as display devices in a variety 
of industrial, commercial, medical, and communication applications.

During the first quarter of fiscal 2015, we created a new strategic business unit called Richardson Healthcare (“Healthcare”). Healthcare was 
previously included in our Canvys business unit. As hospitals remain under pressure to reduce costs while serving a much larger customer base, there 
is a growing demand for independent sources of high-value replacement parts for diagnostic imaging. Having access to parts that are tested and in 
stock enables hospitals to terminate expensive service contracts with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEM”) and instead use third party 
service providers or in-house technicians. With our global infrastructure, technical sales team, and experience servicing the healthcare market, we are 
well positioned to take advantage of this market opportunity. Over time, our plan is to expand our position from being the leader in power grid tubes 
to a key player in the high-growth, high-profile healthcare industry.

We have three operating and reportable segments, which we define as follows:

Electron Device Group (“EDG”), renamed Power and Microwave Technologies Group (“PMT”) in July 2015, provides engineered solutions 

and distributes electronic components to customers in alternative energy, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, 
scientific, and semiconductor markets. PMT focuses on various applications including broadcast transmission, CO2 laser cutting, diagnostic imaging, 
dielectric and induction heating, high energy transfer, high voltage switching, plasma, power conversion, radar, and radiation oncology. PMT also 
offers its customers technical services for both microwave and industrial equipment.

Canvys provides customized display solutions serving the corporate enterprise, financial, industrial, and OEM markets.

Healthcare manufactures, distributes and services high value replacement parts for the healthcare market including hospitals, medical 

centers, independent service organizations, and multi-vendor service providers. Products include power grid tubes, hydrogen thyratrons, klystrons, 
magnetrons; Image Systems medical displays and workstations for picture archiving and communication systems (“PACS”); visual solutions for 
operating rooms/surgical environments; digital radiography solutions including replacement flat panel detectors and upgrades; and additional 
replacement components currently under development for the diagnostic imaging service market. Through a combination of newly developed 
products and partnerships, service offerings, and training programs, we believe we can help our customers improve efficiency and deliver better 
clinical outcomes while lowering the cost of healthcare delivery.

We currently have operations in the following major geographic regions: North America, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Latin America.

Customer Concentration: One customer represented $3.8 million, or 15%, of our total accounts receivable balance, as of May 28, 2016. 

This receivable was collected in the first month of our fiscal year 2017. For the fiscal year ended May 30, 2015, the Company did not have any 
specific customer receivable balance that exceeded 10% of our total accounts receivable. 

Supplier Concentration: One of our suppliers represented 11% of our total sales volume as of May 28, 2016, and 17% as of May 30, 2015. 

The amount owed to this supplier was approximately $2.2 million as of May 28, 2016, and $1.2 million as of May 30, 2015.

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2.

BASIS OF PRESENTATION

The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP for all fiscal years presented.

The consolidated financial statements include our wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and account balances have been 

eliminated in consolidation.

Our fiscal year 2016 began on May 31, 2015, and ended on May 28, 2016. Unless otherwise noted, all references to a particular year in this 

document shall mean our fiscal year.

3.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND DISCLOSURES

Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make significant estimates and 

assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial 
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management continuously evaluates its critical 
accounting policies and estimates, including the allowance for doubtful accounts, revenue recognition, inventory obsolescence, goodwill and other 
intangible assets, loss contingencies, and income taxes. Management bases the estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions 
believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, however, actual results could differ from those estimates.

Fair Values of Financial Instruments: The fair values of financial instruments are determined based on quoted market prices and market 

interest rates as of the end of the reporting period. Our financial instruments include investments, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and accrued 
liabilities. The fair values of these financial instruments approximate carrying values at May 28, 2016, and May 30, 2015.

Cash and Cash Equivalents: We consider short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash, and 

so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates, and that have a maturity of three 
months or less, when purchased, to be cash equivalents. The carrying amounts reported in the balance sheet for cash and cash equivalents 
approximate the fair market value of these assets.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts: Our allowance for doubtful accounts includes estimated losses that result from uncollectible 

receivables. The estimates are influenced by the following: continuing credit evaluation of customers’ financial conditions; aging of receivables, 
individually and in the aggregate; a large number of customers which are widely dispersed across geographic areas; collectability and delinquency 
history by geographic area; and the fact that no single customer accounts for more than 10% of net sales. Significant changes in one or more of these 
considerations may require adjustments affecting net income and net carrying value of accounts receivable. The allowance for doubtful accounts was 
approximately $0.4 million as of May 28, 2016, and $0.3 million as of May 30, 2015.

Loss Contingencies: We accrue a liability for loss contingencies when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount can be 

reasonably estimated. When only a range of possible loss can be established, the most probable amount in the range is accrued. If no amount within 
this range is a better estimate than any other amount within the range, the minimum amount in the range is accrued. If we determine that there is at 
least a reasonable possibility that a loss may have been incurred, we will include a disclosure describing the contingency.

Revenue Recognition: Our product sales are recognized as revenue upon shipment, when title passes to the customer, when delivery has 

occurred or services have been rendered, and when collectability is reasonably assured. We also record estimated discounts and returns based on our 
historical experience. Our products are often manufactured to meet the specific design needs of our customers’ applications. Our engineers work 
closely with customers to ensure that our products will meet their needs. Our customers are under no obligation to compensate us for designing the 
products we sell.

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Foreign Currency Translation: Balance sheet items for our foreign entities, included in our consolidated balance sheet are translated into 
U.S. dollars at end-of-period spot rates. Gains and losses resulting from translation of foreign subsidiary financial statements are credited or charged 
directly to accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss), a component of stockholders’ equity. Revenues and expenses are translated at the current 
rate on the date of the transaction. Gains and losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are included in income. Foreign currency translation 
reflected in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) was a loss of $0.2 million during fiscal 2016, a gain of $0.2 million during 
fiscal 2015, and a loss of $0.1 million during fiscal 2014.

Shipping and Handling Fees and Costs: Shipping and handling costs billed to customers are reported as revenue and the related costs are 

reported as a component of cost of sales.

Inventories: Our worldwide inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, generally using a weighted-average cost method. Our 

inventories include approximately $40.0 million of finished goods, $4.4 million of raw materials, and $1.0 million of work-in-progress as of May 28, 
2016, as compared to approximately $33.7 million of finished goods, $3.2 million of raw materials, and $1.9 million of work-in-progress as of May 
30, 2015. The inventory reserve as of May 28, 2016, was $3.4 million compared to $3.0 million as of May 30, 2015.

Provisions for obsolete or slow moving inventories are recorded based upon regular analysis of stock rotation privileges, obsolescence, the 

exiting of certain markets, and assumptions about future demand and market conditions. If future demand, changes in the industry, or market 
conditions differ from management’s estimates, additional provisions may be necessary.

We recorded provisions to our inventory reserves of $0.7 million, $0.2 million, and $0.8 million during fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014, 

respectively, which were included in cost of sales from continuing operations. The provisions were principally for obsolete and slow moving parts. 
The parts were written down to estimated realizable value.

Income Taxes: We recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities based on the differences between financial statement carrying amounts and 
the tax bases of assets and liabilities. We regularly review our deferred tax assets for recoverability and determine the need for a valuation allowance 
based on a number of factors, including both positive and negative evidence. These factors include historical taxable income or loss, projected future 
taxable income or loss, the expected timing of the reversals of existing temporary differences, and the implementation of tax planning strategies. In 
circumstances where we, or any of our affiliates, have incurred three years of cumulative losses which constitute significant negative evidence, 
positive evidence of equal or greater significance is needed to overcome the negative evidence before a tax benefit is recognized for deductible 
temporary differences and loss carryforwards.

Investments: As of May 28, 2016, we have invested in time deposits and certificates of deposit (“CD”) in the amount of $9.5 million. Of 

this, $2.3 million mature in less than twelve months and $7.2 million mature in greater than twelve months. As of May 30, 2015, we had 
approximately $34.7 million invested in time deposits and CD’s. Of this, $23.7 million mature in less than twelve months and $10.9 million mature in 
greater than twelve months. The fair value of these investments is the face value of each time deposit and CD.

We also have investments in equity securities, all of which are classified as available-for-sale and are carried at their fair value based on 

quoted market prices. Our investments, which are included in non-current assets, had a carrying amount of $0.6 million at May 28, 2016, and $0.6 
million at May 30, 2015. Proceeds from the sale of securities were $0.3 million during fiscal 2016 and $0.2 million during fiscal years 2015 and 
2014. We reinvested proceeds from the sale of securities, and the cost of the equity securities sold was based on a specific identification method. 
Gross realized gains and losses on those sales were less than $0.1 million during fiscal years 2016, 2015, and 2014. Net unrealized holding losses 
during fiscal years 2016, 2015, and 2014, were less than $0.1 million and have been included in accumulated comprehensive income (loss) during its 
respective fiscal year.

Discontinued Operations: During fiscal year 2011, we completed the sale of the assets primarily used or held for use in, and certain 

liabilities of, our RF, Wireless and Power Division (“RFPD”), as well as certain other Company assets, including our information technology assets, 
to Arrow Electronics, Inc. (“Arrow”) in exchange for $238.8 million, (“the Transaction”). In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 
(“ASC”) 205-20, Presentation of Financial Statements - Discontinued Operations (“ASC 205-20”), we reported the financial results of RFPD as a 
discontinued operation.

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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: We test goodwill for impairment annually and whenever events or circumstances indicates an 

impairment may have occurred, such as a significant adverse change in the business climate, loss of key personnel or a decision to sell or dispose of a 
reporting unit.

During the fourth quarter of each fiscal year, our goodwill balances are reviewed for impairment using the third quarter as the measurement 

date. If after reviewing the totality of events or circumstances as provided in ASU 2011-08 we determine that it is not likely that the fair value of a 
reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, then we test for impairment through the application of a fair value based test. We estimate the fair value 
of each of our reporting units based on projected future operating results, market approach, and discounted cash flows. Projected future operating 
results and cash flows used for valuation purposes may reflect considerable improvements relative to historical periods with respect to, among other 
things, revenue growth and operating margins. Although we believe our projected future operating results and cash flows and related estimates 
regarding fair values are based on reasonable assumptions, historically, projected operating results and cash flows have not always been achieved.

In accordance with ASC 350 “Intangibles - Goodwill and Other”, if indicators of impairment are deemed to be present, we would perform 

an interim impairment test and any resulting impairment loss would be charged to expense in the period identified.

For annual and interim goodwill impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2011, Accounting Standards 

Update (ASU) 2011-08, Testing for Goodwill for Impairment (“ASU 2011-08”) permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine 
whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less 
than its carrying amount. If, after assessing the totality of events or circumstances, an entity determines it is not likely that the fair value of a reporting 
unit is less than its carrying amount, then performing the two-step impairment test is unnecessary.

Intangible assets are initially recorded at their fair market values determined on quoted market prices in active markets, if available, or 

recognized valuation models. Intangible assets that have finite useful lives are amortized over their useful lives and are tested when events or changes 
in circumstances occur that indicate possible impairment.

Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Improvements and 

replacements are capitalized while expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred. Provisions for depreciation are 
computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the asset. Depreciation expense was approximately $2.0 million, $1.7 
million, and $1.0 million during fiscal years 2016, 2015, and 2014, respectively. Property, plant and equipment consist of the following (in 
thousands):

Land and improvements
Buildings and improvements
Computer and communications equipment
Construction in progress
Machinery and other equipment

Accumulated depreciation
Property, plant, and equipment, net

May 28,
 2016

May 30,
 2015

1,301
19,023
6,810
2,721
8,080
37,935
(24,949)
12,986

$

$

$

1,594
18,883
6,774
1,218
6,562
35,031
(24,950)
10,081

$

$

$

Construction in progress includes $1.6 million related to our Healthcare growth initiatives, $0.9 million for our new IT system, and $0.2 

million of other projects. All projects are expected to be completed before the end of fiscal 2017.

Supplemental disclosure information of the estimated useful life of the assets:

Land improvements
Buildings and improvements
Computer and communications equipment
Machinery and other equipment

10 years
10 - 30 years
3 - 10 years
3 - 10 years

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We review all property, plant, and equipment for impairment when events or changes in circumstances occur which indicate a possible 

impairment may exist. We have concluded that our property, plant, and equipment as of May 28, 2016, were not impaired.

Accrued Liabilities: Accrued liabilities consist of the following (in thousands):

Compensation and payroll taxes
Income taxes
Professional fees
Deferred revenue
Other accrued expenses
Accrued Liabilities

May 28, 2016
4,054
0
775
1,879
2,427
9,135

$

$

May 30, 2015
4,303
572
885
1,680
2,704
10,144

$

$

Warranties: We offer warranties for the limited number of specific products we manufacture. We also provide extended warranties for 
some products we sell that lengthen the period of coverage specified in the manufacturer’s original warranty. Our warranty terms generally range 
from one to three years.

We estimate the cost to perform under the warranty obligation and recognize this estimated cost at the time of the related product sale. We 
record expense related to our warranty obligations as cost of sales in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss). Each quarter, we 
assess actual warranty costs incurred on a product-by-product basis and compare the warranty costs to our estimated warranty obligation. With 
respect to new products, estimates are based generally on knowledge of the products, the extended warranty period, and warranty experience.

Warranty reserves are established for costs that are expected to be incurred after the sale and delivery of products under warranty. Warranty 

reserves are included in accrued liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets. The warranty reserves are determined based on known product 
failures, historical experience, and other available evidence.

Changes in the warranty reserve during fiscal 2016 and 2015 were as follows (in thousands):

Balance at May 31, 2014

Accruals for products sold
Utilization

Balance at May 30, 2015

Accruals for products sold
Utilization

Balance at May 28, 2016

Warranty Reserve
175
116
(103)
188
108
(86)
210

$

$

$

Other Non-Current Liabilities: Other non-current liabilities of $1.0 million at May 28, 2016, and $1.2 million at May 30, 2015, primarily 

represent employee-benefits obligations in various non-US locations.

Share-Based Compensation: We measure and recognize compensation cost at fair value for all share-based payments, including stock 
options. We estimate fair value using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model, which requires assumptions such as expected volatility, risk-free 
interest rate, expected life, and dividends. Compensation cost is recognized using a graded-vesting schedule over the applicable vesting period. 
Share-based compensation expense totaled approximately $0.5 million during fiscal 2016, $0.7 million during fiscal 2015, and $0.8 million during 
fiscal 2014.

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Stock options granted generally vest over a period of five years and have contractual terms to exercise of 10 years. A summary of stock 

option activity is as follows (in thousands, except option prices and years):

Weighted
Average 
Exercise 
Price

Weighted
Average 
Remaining 
Contractual 
Life

Aggregate
Intrinsic 
Value

Number of
Options

Options Outstanding at June 1, 2013
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited
Cancelled
Options Outstanding at May 31, 2014
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited
Cancelled
Options Outstanding at May 30, 2015
Granted
Exercised
Forfeited
Cancelled
Options Outstanding at May 28, 2016
Options Vested at May 28, 2016

944
224
(32)
(54)
(17)
1,065
225
(47)
(34)
(72)
1,137
122
(28)
(105)
(107)
1,019
602

$

$

$

$
$

10.13
11.15
5.84
11.73
11.52
10.37
9.92
6.53
11.42
11.19
10.35
5.88
5.18
10.98
9.97
9.93
10.34

6.0
4.6

$
$

4
4

There were 28,000 stock options exercised during fiscal 2016, with cash received of $0.1 million. The total intrinsic value of options 

exercised totaled less than $0.1 million during fiscal 2016 and $0.2 million during fiscal 2015 and fiscal 2014. The weighted average fair value of 
stock option grants was $1.21 during fiscal 2016, $3.71 during fiscal 2015, and $4.53 during fiscal 2014. As of May 28, 2016, total unrecognized 
compensation costs related to unvested stock options was approximately $1.2 million which is expected to be recognized over the remaining 
weighted average period of approximately three to four years. The total grant date fair value of stock options vested during fiscal 2016 was $0.6 
million.

The fair value of stock options is estimated using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions:

Expected volatility
Risk-free interest rate
Expected lives (years)
Annual cash dividend

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

32.21%
1.78%
6.50
0.24

$

46.12%
2.12%
6.47
0.24

$

49.31%
2.03%
6.47
0.24

$

The expected volatility assumptions are based on historical experience commensurate with the expected term. The risk-free interest rate is 

based on the yield of a treasury note with a remaining term equal to the expected life of the stock option.

The expected stock option life assumption is based on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) guidance in Staff Accounting 

Bulletin (“SAB”) No. 107 (“SAB No. 107”). On December 21, 2007, the SEC issued SAB No. 110 stating that they will continue to accept SAB 
No. 107, past the original expiration date of December 31, 2007. For stock options granted during fiscal years 2016, 2015, and 2014, we believe that 
our historical stock option experience does not provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected term. We utilized the Safe Harbor option, 
or Simplified Method, to determine the expected term of these options in accordance with SAB No. 107 for options granted. We intend to continue to 
utilize the Simplified Method for future grants in accordance with SAB No. 110 until such time that we believe that our historical stock option 
experience will provide a reasonable basis to estimate an expected term.

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The following table summarizes information about stock options outstanding at May 28, 2016 (in thousands, except option prices and 

years):

Exercise Price Range
$5.03 to $8.58
$9.48 to $11.14
$11.50 to $13.76
Total

Outstanding

Vested

Weighted 
Average 
Exercise 
Price
6.01
$
$ 10.49
$ 12.51
9.93
$

Weighted 
Average 
Life

5.4
7.6
4.9
6.0

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
4
—
—
4

$
$
$
$

Weighted 
Average 
Exercise 
Price
6.10
$
$ 10.65
$ 12.59
$ 10.34

Weighted 
Average 
Life

2.6
6.9
4.6
4.6

Aggregate 
Intrinsic
Value
4
—
—
4

$
$
$
$

Shares
169
133
300
602

Shares
285
382
352
1,019

As of May 28, 2016, we did not have any unvested restricted shares.

Compensation effects arising from issuing stock awards have been charged against income and recorded as additional paid-in-capital in the 

consolidated statements of stockholder’s equity during fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014.

The Employees’ 2011 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan authorizes the issuance of up to 1,500,000 shares as incentive stock options, 

non-qualified stock options, or stock awards. Under this plan, 950,000 shares are reserved for future issuance. The Plan authorizes the granting of 
stock options at the fair market value at the date of grant. Generally, these options become exercisable over five years and expire up to 10 years from 
the date of grant.

Earnings per Share: We have authorized 17,000,000 shares of common stock, and 3,000,000 shares of Class B common stock. The Class 

B common stock has 10 votes per share and has transferability restrictions; however, Class B common stock may be converted into common stock on 
a share-for-share basis at any time. With respect to dividends and distributions, shares of common stock and Class B common stock rank equally and 
have the same rights, except that Class B common stock cash dividends are limited to 90% of the amount of Class A common stock cash dividends.

In accordance with ASC 260-10, Earnings Per Share (“ASC 260”), our Class B common stock is considered a participating security 

requiring the use of the two-class method for the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share. The two-class computation method for each 
period reflects the cash dividends paid per share for each class of stock, plus the amount of allocated undistributed earnings per share computed using 
the participation percentage which reflects the dividend rights of each class of stock. Basic and diluted earnings per share were computed using the 
two-class method as prescribed in ASC 260. The shares of Class B common stock are considered to be participating convertible securities since the 
shares of Class B common stock are convertible on a share-for-share basis into shares of common stock and may participate in dividends with 
common stock according to a predetermined formula which is 90% of the amount of Class A common stock cash dividends.

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The per share amounts presented in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss) are based on the following (amounts in 

thousands, except per share amounts):

Numerator for Basic and Diluted EPS:
Loss from continuing operations
Less dividends:

Common stock
Class B common stock

Undistributed losses
Common stock undistributed losses
Class B common stock undistributed losses
Total undistributed losses
Loss from discontinued operations
Less dividends:

Common stock
Class B common stock

Undistributed losses
Common stock undistributed losses
Class B common stock undistributed losses
Total undistributed losses
Net loss
Less dividends:

Common stock
Class B common stock

Undistributed losses
Common stock undistributed losses
Class B common stock undistributed losses
Total undistributed losses

Denominator for Basic and Diluted EPS:

Common stock weighted average shares
Class B common stock weighted average shares, and 
shares under if-converted method for diluted EPS

Effect of dilutive stock options
Denominator for diluted EPS adjusted for weighted 

average shares and assumed conversions

Loss from continuing operations per share:
Common stock
Class B common stock

Income from discontinued operations per share:
Common stock
Class B common stock

Net loss per share:
Common stock
Class B common stock

May 28, 2016

For the Fiscal Year Ended
May 30, 2015

May 31, 2014

Basic

Diluted

Basic

Diluted

Basic

Diluted

$

(6,766) $

(6,766) $

(5,528) $

(5,528) $

(345) $

(345)

2,615
464
(9,845) $
(8,367) $
(1,478)
(9,845) $
— $

2,615
464
(3,079) $
(2,615) $
(464)
(3,079) $
(6,766) $

2,615
464
(9,845) $
(8,367) $
(1,478)
(9,845) $

2,615
464
(9,845) $
(8,367) $
(1,478)
(9,845) $
— $

2,615
464
(3,079) $
(2,615) $
(464)
(3,079) $
(6,766) $

2,615
464
(9,845) $
(8,367) $
(1,478)
(9,845) $

2,794
466
(8,788) $
(7,539) $
(1,249)
(8,788) $
(31) $

2,794
466
(3,291) $
(2,823) $
(468)
(3,291) $
(5,559) $

2,794
466
(8,819) $
(7,565) $
(1,254)
(8,819) $

2,794
466
(8,788) $
(7,539) $
(1,249)
(8,788) $
(31) $

2,794
466
(3,291) $
(2,823) $
(468)
(3,291) $
(5,559) $

2,794
466
(8,819) $
(7,565) $
(1,254)
(8,819) $

2,853
488
(3,686) $
(3,151) $
(535)
(3,686) $
(170) $

2,853
488
(3,511) $
(3,001) $
(510)
(3,511) $
(515) $

2,853
488
(3,856) $
(3,296) $
(560)
(3,856) $

2,853
488
(3,686)
(3,151)
(535)
(3,686)
(170)

2,853
488
(3,511)
(3,001)
(510)
(3,511)
(515)

2,853
488
(3,856)
(3,296)
(560)
(3,856)

10,908

10,908

11,682

11,682

11,915

11,915

2,141

2,141
—

13,049

2,151

2,151
—

13,833

2,250

(0.53) $
(0.47) $

(0.53) $
(0.47) $

(0.41) $
(0.36) $

(0.41) $
(0.36) $

(0.03) $
(0.02) $

— $
— $

— $
— $

— $
— $

— $
— $

(0.01) $
(0.01) $

(0.53) $
(0.47) $

(0.53) $
(0.47) $

(0.41) $
(0.36) $

(0.41) $
(0.36) $

(0.04) $
(0.03) $

2,250
—

14,165

(0.03)
(0.02)

(0.01)
(0.01)

(0.04)
(0.03)

$
$

$
$

$
$

$
$

$
$

$

$
$

$
$

$
$

Note: Common stock options that were anti-dilutive and not included in diluted earnings per common share for fiscal 2016, fiscal 2015, and fiscal 
2014 were 890; 881; and 489 respectively.

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New Accounting Pronouncements

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). ASU 2014-09 is principles based 

guidance that can be applied to all contracts with customers, enhancing comparability of revenue recognition practices across entities, industries, 
jurisdictions and capital markets. The core principle of the guidance is that entities should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods 
or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods and 
services. The guidance details the steps entities should apply to achieve the core principle. For public entities, ASU 2014-09 is effective for annual 
reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017, including interim periods within that reporting period; early adoption is not permitted. We are 
currently evaluating the impact that the adoption of ASU 2014-09 will have on our financial condition, results of operations and disclosures.

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases.” ASU 2016-02 establishes a right-of-use (“ROU”) model that requires a lessee 

to record a ROU asset and a lease liability on the balance sheet for all leases with terms longer than 12 months. Leases will be classified as either 
finance or operating, with classification affecting the pattern of expense recognition in the income statement. ASU 2016-02 is effective for fiscal 
years beginning after December 15, 2018, including interim periods within those fiscal years. A modified retrospective transition approach is required 
for lessees for capital and operating leases existing at, or entered into after, the beginning of the earliest comparative period presented in the financial 
statements, with certain practical expedients available. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on 
the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-11, “Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory.” ASU 2015-11 requires inventory within the 

scope of the ASU (e.g., first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) or average cost) to be measured using the lower of cost and net realizable value. Inventory 
excluded from the scope of the ASU (i.e., last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) or the retail inventory method) will continue to be measured at the lower of cost 
or market. The ASU also amends some of the other guidance in Topic 330, “Inventory,” to more clearly articulate the requirements for the 
measurement and disclosure of inventory. However, those amendments are not intended to result in any changes to current practice. ASU 2015-11 is 
effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this standard is not 
expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In November 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-17, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes, 

eliminating the current requirement for companies to present deferred tax assets and liabilities as current and noncurrent. Instead, companies will be 
required to classify all deferred tax assets and liabilities as noncurrent. This ASU is effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 
2016, including interim periods within those annual periods. The adoption of this guidance will result in a balance sheet reclassification and require 
related disclosure revisions in the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In March 2016, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-09, 

“Compensation—Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting.” ASU 2016-09 introduces targeted 
amendments intended to simplify the accounting for stock compensation. Specifically, the ASU requires all excess tax benefits and tax deficiencies 
(including tax benefits of dividends on share-based payment awards) to be recognized as income tax expense or benefit in the income statement. The 
tax effects of exercised or vested awards should be treated as discrete items in the reporting period in which they occur. An entity also should 
recognize excess tax benefits, and assess the need for a valuation allowance, regardless of whether the benefit reduces taxes payable in the current 
period. That is, off balance sheet accounting for net operating losses stemming from excess tax benefits would no longer be required and instead such 
net operating losses would be recognized when they arise. Existing net operating losses that are currently tracked off balance sheet would be 
recognized, net of a valuation allowance if required, through an adjustment to opening retained earnings in the period of adoption. Entities will no 
longer need to maintain and track an “APIC pool.” The ASU also requires excess tax benefits to be classified along with other income tax cash flows 
as an operating activity in the statement of cash flows. 

In addition, ASU 2016-09 elevates the statutory tax withholding threshold to qualify for equity classification up to the maximum statutory 

tax rates in the applicable jurisdiction(s). The ASU also clarifies that cash paid by an employer when directly withholding shares for tax withholding 
purposes should be classified as a financing activity.

ASU 2016-09 provides an optional accounting policy election (with limited exceptions), to be applied on an entity-wide basis, to either 

estimate the number of awards that are expected to vest (consistent with existing U.S. GAAP) or account for forfeitures when they occur. ASU 2016-
09 is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods within those annual periods. The Company is currently 
evaluating the potential impact of the adoption of this standard on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

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4.

ACQUISITION

On June 15, 2015, Richardson Electronics, Ltd (“the Company”), acquired certain assets of International Medical Equipment and Services, 
Inc. (“IMES”), for a purchase price of $12.2 million. This includes the purchase of inventory, receivables, fixed assets, and certain other assets of the 
Company. The Company did not acquire any liabilities of IMES. The total consideration paid excludes transaction costs.

IMES, based in South Carolina, provides reliable, cost-saving solutions worldwide for major brands of CT and MRI equipment. This 
acquisition positions Richardson Healthcare to provide cost effective diagnostic imaging replacement parts and training to hospitals, diagnostic 
imaging centers, medical institutions, and independent service organizations. IMES offers an extensive selection of replacement parts, as well as an 
interactive training center, on-site test bays and experienced technicians who provide 24/7 customer support. Replacement parts are readily available 
and triple tested to provide peace of mind when uptime is critical. IMES core operations will remain in South Carolina. Richardson Healthcare plans 
to expand IMES’ replacement parts and training offerings geographically to leverage the Company’s global infrastructure. During the fourth quarter 
of fiscal 2016, IMES opened up their first foreign location in Amsterdam.

The consideration paid by the Company to IMES at closing was $12.2 million in cash. The following table summarizes the fair values of the 

assets acquired at the date of the closing of the acquisition (in thousands): 

Accounts receivable
Inventories
Property, plant and equipment
Goodwill
Other intangibles

Net assets acquired

$

$

737
1,420
230
6,332
3,490
12,209

Intangible assets include trade names with an estimated life of 3 years for $0.6 million, customer relationships with an estimated life of 20 
years for $2.5 million, non-compete agreements with an estimated life of 5 years for $0.2 million, and technology with an estimated life of 10 years 
for $0.2 million.

Goodwill recognized represents value the Company expects to be created by combining the operations of IMES with the Company’s 

operations, including the expansion into markets within existing business segments and geographic regions, access to new customers and potential 
cost savings and synergies.

Goodwill related to the acquisition is deductible for tax purposes.

In connection with the acquisition of IMES, the Company also entered into an Employment, Non-Disclosure, and Non-Compete Agreement 

(“Employment Agreement”) with Lee A. McIntyre III as the Company’s Executive Vice President, IMES. During the term of his employment, Mr. 
McIntyre will earn an annual base salary of $300,000. In addition to his base salary, he will be entitled to an annual bonus equal to 20% of the 
EBITDA of IMES provided that the EBITDA of the business is at least $2.0 million inclusive of the bonus payment. The annual bonus payment will 
terminate after five years. For fiscal year 2016, Lee McIntyre did not receive a bonus as the minimum EBITDA needed was not achieved.

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The following unaudited pro forma information represents the Company’s results of operations as if the acquisitions had occurred as of June 

1, 2014: 

$ in thousands, except per share amounts
Net sales
Net loss
Earnings per share:

Common shares - Basic
Class B common shares - Basic
Common shares - Diluted
Class B common shares - Diluted

For the year ended
May 30, 2015

145,136
(3,666)

(0.27)
(0.24)
(0.27)
(0.24)

$
$

$
$
$
$

The pro forma results have been prepared for informational purposes only and include adjustments to amortize acquired intangible assets 
with finite life and reflect foregone interest income on cash paid for the acquisitions. These pro forma results do not purport to be indicative of the 
results of operations that would have occurred had the purchases been made as of the beginning of the periods presented or of the results of 
operations that may occur in the future. The financial results for the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, includes the financial results for IMES from 
June 15, 2015, through May 28, 2016. The financial transactions for IMES from May 31, 2015, through June 14, 2015, were deemed immaterial for 
illustrating pro forma financial statements. IMES net sales for fiscal 2016 were $7.6 million. The gross profit was $4.4 million, or 57.9% of net sales 
during fiscal 2016. 

5.

DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

Financial Summary - Discontinued Operations

Summary financial results for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 are presented in the following table (in thousands): 

Net sales
Gross loss(1)
Selling, general, and administrative expenses (2)
Income tax provision (benefit) (3)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

$

Fiscal 2016

Fiscal 2015

Fiscal 2014

— $
—
—
—
—

— $
—
—
31
(31)

402
(330)
215
(375)
(170)

Notes: 
(1)

(2)

(3)

Gross loss for fiscal year 2014 includes unabsorbed manufacturing labor and overhead expenses related to the Manufacturing Agreement 
with RFPD which ended March 1, 2014.
Selling, General and Administrative expenses in fiscal year 2014 related primarily to professional fees for tax audits resulting from the 
Transaction.
The income tax provision for fiscal year 2015 was due to an income tax audit as a result of the Transaction. The income tax benefits in fiscal 
year 2014 relates to the reversal of tax reserves.

6.

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION

On June 15, 2015, the Company entered into a lease agreement for the IMES facility with LDL, LLC. The Executive Vice President of 

IMES, Lee A. McIntyre III (former owner of IMES), has an ownership interest in LDL, LLC. The lease agreement provides for monthly payments 
over five years with total future minimum lease payments of $0.6 million. Rental expense related to this lease amounted to $0.1 million for the fiscal 
year ended May 28, 2016. The Company shall be entitled to extend the term of the lease for a period of an additional five years by notifying the 
landlord in writing of its intention to do so within nine months of the expiration of the initial term.

On October 16, 2014, the Company repurchased 50,000 Class B shares from the Richardson Wildlife Foundation, an Illinois not-for-profit 

corporation, at a negotiated price of $9.91 per share. Edward Richardson, Chairman and CEO of the Company, also serves as President of the 
Richardson Wildlife Foundation. These shares were repurchased pursuant to the Company’s share repurchase authorization approved by its Board of 
Directors. Mr. Richardson filed a Form 4 to record the gifting of his Class B shares.

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On August 9, 2013, the Company repurchased 300,000 Class B shares from Mr. Richardson at a negotiated price of $11.50 per share. On 

May 15, 2013, the Company repurchased 48,925 Class B shares from the Richardson Wildlife Foundation and an additional 200,000 Class B shares 
from Mr. Richardson at a negotiated price of $11.70 per share. These shares were repurchased pursuant to the Company’s share repurchase 
authorization approved by its Board of Directors. Mr. Richardson filed a Form 4 to record the gifting or sale of his Class B shares.

7.

GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Goodwill 

Changes in the carrying value of goodwill are as follows (in thousands): 

Balance at May 30, 2015

Premium paid for IMES acquisition

Balance at May 28, 2016

Goodwill

—
6,332
6,332

$

$

Goodwill is initially recorded based on the premium paid for acquisitions and is subsequently tested for impairment, using the first day of 

our fourth quarter as the measurement date. We test goodwill for impairment annually and whenever events or circumstances indicates an impairment 
may have occurred, such as a significant adverse change in the business climate, loss of key personnel or a decision to sell or dispose of a reporting 
unit. The goodwill balance in its entirety relates to our IMES reporting unit which is included in the Healthcare segment.

In accordance with ASC 350 “Intangibles - Goodwill and Other”, if indicators of impairment are deemed to be present, we would perform 

an interim impairment test and any resulting impairment loss would be charged to expense in the period identified.

For annual and interim goodwill impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2011, Accounting Standards 

Update (ASU) 2011-08, Testing for Goodwill for Impairment (“ASU 2011-08”) permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine 
whether the existence of events or circumstances leads to a determination that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less 
than its carrying amount. If, after assessing the totality of events or circumstances, an entity determines it is not likely that the fair value of a reporting 
unit is less than its carrying amount, then performing the two-step impairment test is unnecessary.

We had $6.3 million of goodwill on our balance sheet as of May 28, 2016. In accordance with ASU 2011-08, the results of our goodwill 

impairment test as of February 28, 2016, indicated that the value of goodwill attributed to our IMES reporting unit, which is included in the 
Healthcare segment, was not impaired.

Projected future operating results and cash flows used for valuation purposes may, in testing for impairment, reflect considerable 
improvements relative to historical periods with respect to, among other things, revenue growth and operating margins. Although we believe our 
projected future operating results and cash flows and related estimates regarding fair values are based on reasonable assumptions, historically, 
projected operating results and cash flows have not always been achieved.

Intangible Assets

Intangible assets are initially recorded at their fair market values determined on quoted market prices in active markets, if available, or 

recognized valuation models. Intangible assets that have finite useful lives are amortized over their useful lives and are tested for impairment when 
events or changes in circumstances occur that indicate possible impairment.

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Our intangible assets represent the fair value for trade name, customer relationships, non-compete agreements, and technology acquired in 

connection with our acquisitions. Intangible assets subject to amortization as well as amortization expense are as follows (in thousands):

Gross Amounts:
Trade Name
Customer Relationships
Non-compete Agreements
Technology

Total Gross Amounts
Accumulated Amortization:

Trade Name
Customer Relationships
Non-compete Agreements
Technology

Total Accumulated Amortization

Net Intangibles

Intangible Assets Subject to
Amortization as of

May 28,
2016

May 30,
2015

$

$

$

$

$

659
3,434
177
230
4,500

231
374
55
22
682

3,818

$

$

$

$

$

29
948
47
—
1,024

29
221
31
—
281

743

We determined that intangible assets were not impaired as of May 28, 2016 on the basis that no adverse events or changes in circumstances 

were identified that could indicate that the carrying amounts of such assets may not be recoverable.

The amortization expense associated with the intangible assets subject to amortization for the next five years is presented in the following 

table (in thousands):

Fiscal Year
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Thereafter

Total amortization expense

Amortization
Expense

$

$

       362
 434
 246
 258
 246
 2,272
3,818

The amortization expense associated with the intangible assets totaled approximately $0.4 million during fiscal 2016 and $0.1 million during 

both fiscal 2015 and fiscal 2014. The weighted average number of years of amortization expense remaining is 15.8 years.

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8.

LEASE OBLIGATIONS, OTHER COMMITMENTS, AND CONTINGENCIES

We lease certain warehouse and office facilities and office equipment under non-cancelable operating leases. Rent expense from continuing 
operations for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 was $2.0 million, $1.8 million, and $1.5 million, respectively. Our future lease commitments for minimum 
rentals, including common area maintenance charges and property taxes during the next five years are as follows (in thousands): 

Fiscal Year
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Thereafter

9.

INCOME TAXES

$

Payments

1,599
1,332
1,282
1,123
645
327

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes includes the following components (in thousands): 

United States
Foreign
Loss before income taxes

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

$

$

(7,274)
1,054
(6,220)

$

$

(9,287)
2,293
(6,994)

$

$

(1,399)
747
(652)

The provision (benefit) for income taxes for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 consists of the following (in thousands): 

Current:

Federal
State
Foreign
Total current

Deferred:
Federal
State
Foreign
Total deferred

Income tax provision (benefit)

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

$

$

$

$
$

0
17
441
458

0
0
88
88
546

$

$

$

$
$

(326)
14
191
(121)

(1,964)
530
89
(1,345)
(1,466)

$

$

$

$
$

214
1
601
816

(585)
(169)
(369)
(1,123)
(307)

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The differences between income taxes at the U.S. federal statutory income tax rate of 34% and the reported income tax provision (benefit) 

for fiscal 2016, 2015, and 2014 are summarized as follows:

Federal statutory rate
Effect of:

State income taxes, net of federal tax benefit
Foreign income inclusion
Foreign taxes at other rates
Permanent tax differences
Intercompany items
Compensation items
Tax reserves
Additional U.S. tax on undistributed foreign earnings
Net increase in valuation allowance for deferred tax assets
Return to provision adjustments
Other
Effective tax rate

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May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
2015

May 31,
 2014

34%

4.2
(0.4)
0.6
(0.8)
—
—
(6.0)
(32.7)
(11.4)
3.9
(0.2)
(8.8)%

34%

5.3
(1.6)
4.4
(0.5)
2.2
—
0.8
(0.5)
(27.3)
4.0
0.1
20.9%

34%

14.1
(10.2)
(4.4)
(3.9)
(11.0)
(12.7)
(7.2)
37.6
(3.4)
15.3
(1.2)
47.0%

Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial 
reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. Our deferred tax assets and liabilities reflect continuing operations as of May 28, 
2016 and May 30, 2015. Significant components are as follows (in thousands):

Deferred tax assets:

NOL carryforwards - foreign and domestic
Inventory valuations
Goodwill
Foreign tax credits
Severance reserve
Foreign capital loss
Other
Subtotal
Valuation allowance - foreign and domestic
Net deferred tax assets after valuation allowance

Deferred tax liabilities:

Accelerated depreciation
Tax on undistributed foreign earnings
Other
Subtotal

Net deferred tax assets
Supplemental disclosure of deferred tax assets :

Domestic
Foreign
Total

Fiscal Year Ended

May 28,
 2016

May 30,
 2015

9,089
1,141
798
304
34
1,079
2,167
14,612
(5,871)
8,741

(973)
(6,702)
(175)
(7,850)
891

4,190
2,549
6,739

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$
$

5,960
1,060
1,031
322
—
1,073
1,983
11,429
(5,158)
6,271

(218)
(4,813)
(202)
(5,233)
1,038

3,477
2,710
6,187

$

$

$

$

$
$

$
$
$

As of May 28, 2016, we had approximately $5.7 million of net deferred tax assets for federal net operating loss ("NOL") carryforwards, 

compared to $3.0 million as of May 30, 2015. Net deferred tax assets for domestic state NOL carryforwards amounted to approximately $2.7 million, 
compared to $2.4 million during fiscal year 2015. Net deferred tax assets related to foreign NOL carryforwards totaled approximately $0.6 million 
with various or indefinite expiration dates. The amount of net deferred tax assets related to foreign NOL carryforwards was the same as the fiscal 
year 2015. We also have a net deferred tax asset of $0.3 million related to foreign tax credit carryforwards as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015. 
The changes in balances from prior year for the federal NOL carryforwards is driven by current year forecast taxable losses. We do not have any 
alternative minimum tax credit carryforward as of May 28, 2016.

We have historically determined that certain undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries, to the extent of cash available, will be 

repatriated to the U.S. Accordingly, we have provided a deferred tax liability totaling $6.7 million and $4.8 million as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 
2015, respectively, on foreign earnings of $48.7 million and $38.2 million, respectively. The increase year over year relates to the change in 
management’s assertion for RELL China. As of the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2016, we changed our assertion to no longer be permanently 
reinvested in China. In addition, as of May 28, 2016, $5.7 million of cumulative positive earnings of some of our foreign subsidiaries are still 
considered permanently reinvested pursuant to ASC 740-30, Income Taxes - Other Considerations or Special Areas (“ASC 740-30”). Due to various 
tax attributes that are continuously changing, it is not practicable to determine what, if any, tax liability might exist if such earnings were to be 
repatriated.

Management assesses the available positive and negative evidence to estimate if sufficient future taxable income will be generated to use the 
existing deferred tax assets. A significant component of objective evidence evaluated was the cumulative income or loss incurred in each jurisdiction 
over the three-year period ended May 28, 2016. Such objective evidence limits the ability to consider subjective evidence such as future income 
projections. We considered other positive evidence in determining the need for a valuation allowance in the U.S. including the repatriation of foreign 
earnings which we do not consider permanently reinvested in certain of our foreign subsidiaries. The weight of this positive evidence is not sufficient 
to outweigh other negative evidence in evaluating our need for a valuation allowance in the U.S. jurisdiction.

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As of May 28, 2016, a valuation allowance of $5.9 million has been established to record only the portion of the deferred tax asset that will 

more likely than not be realized. There has been an increase in the valuation allowance from May 30, 2015 in the amount of $0.7 million. The 
valuation allowance on deferred tax assets in foreign jurisdictions relates to jurisdictions where historical taxable losses have been incurred. We also 
recorded a valuation allowance for all domestic federal and state net deferred tax assets considering the significant cumulative losses in the U.S. 
jurisdiction, the reversal of the deferred tax liability for foreign earnings, and no forecast of additional U.S. income. The amount of the deferred tax 
asset considered realizable, however, could be adjusted if estimates of future taxable income during the carryforward period are increased, or if 
objective negative evidence in the form of cumulative losses is no longer present and additional weight may be given to subjective evidence such as 
our projections for growth.

Income taxes paid, including foreign estimated tax payments, were $0.7 million, $0.5 million, and $2.1 million, during fiscal 2016, 2015, 

and 2014, respectively.

In the normal course of business, we are subject to examination by taxing authorities throughout the world. Generally, years prior to fiscal 

2006 are closed for examination under the statute of limitation for U.S. federal, U.S. state and local, or non-U.S. tax jurisdictions. We are under 
examination in the state of Illinois for fiscal years 2012 and 2013. We are currently under examination in Thailand for fiscal years 2008 through 2011 
and France for fiscal years 2013 and 2015. Our primary foreign tax jurisdictions are Germany and the Netherlands. After the closure of the Germany 
tax audit for fiscal years 2009 through 2011, we have tax years open in Germany beginning in fiscal 2012 and the Netherlands beginning in fiscal 
2010.

The uncertain tax positions from continuing operations as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015, totaled $0.1 million. We record penalties and 

interest relating to uncertain tax positions in the income tax expense line item within the unaudited consolidated statements of income and 
comprehensive income. It is not expected that there will be a change in the unrecognized tax benefits within the next 12 months. The following table 
summarizes the activity related to the unrecognized tax benefits (in thousands):

Unrecognized tax benefits, beginning of period
Increase in positions taken in prior period
Decrease in positions due to settlements
Unrecognized tax benefits, end of period

Fiscal Year Ended

May 28,
 2016

May 30,
 2015

$

$

2,000
299
(299)
2,000

$

$

161
2,000
(161)
2,000

Unrecognized tax benefits for continuing and discontinued operations are as follows (in thousands):

Continuing operations
Discontinued operations (1)

(1)

Relates to an amended state income tax return

Fiscal Year Ended

May 28,
 2016

May 30,
 2015

$

$

117
1,883
2,000

$

$

117
1,883
2,000

We record penalties and interest relating to uncertain tax positions in the income tax expense line item within the Consolidated Statements 

of Comprehensive Income (Loss). Accrued interest and penalties are included within the related tax liability line in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. 
We have not recorded a liability for interest and penalties as of May 28, 2016, and none were recorded during May 30, 2015.

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It is not expected that there will be a change in the unrecognized tax benefits due to the expiration of various statutes of limitations within 

the next 12 months.

10.

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

Employee Profit Sharing Plan: The employee profit sharing plan is a defined contribution profit sharing plan for employees. The profit 

sharing plan has a 401(k) provision whereby we match 50% of employee contributions up to 4.0% of pay. Charges to expense for matching 
contributions to this plan were $0.4 million, $0.3 million, and $0.3 million, during fiscal years 2016, 2015, and 2014, respectively.

11.

SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

During the first quarter of fiscal 2015, we created a new strategic business unit called Healthcare. As hospitals remain under pressure to 
reduce costs while serving a much larger customer base, there is a growing demand for independent sources of high value replacement parts for 
diagnostic imaging. Having access to parts that are tested and in stock enables hospitals to terminate expensive service contracts with OEM and 
instead use third party service providers or in-house technicians. With our global infrastructure, technical sales team, and experience servicing the 
healthcare market, we are well positioned to take advantage of this market opportunity. Over time, our plan is to expand our position from being the 
leader in power grid tubes to a key player in the high-growth, high-profile Healthcare industry.

In accordance with ASC 280-10, Segment Reporting, we have identified three reportable segments: PMT and Canvys, and Healthcare.

Electron Device Group (“EDG”), renamed Power and Microwave Technologies Group (“PMT”) in July 2015, provides engineered solutions 

and distributes electronic components to customers in alternative energy, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, 
scientific, and semiconductor markets. PMT focuses on various applications including broadcast transmission, CO2 laser cutting, diagnostic imaging, 
dielectric and induction heating, high energy transfer, high voltage switching, plasma, power conversion, radar, and radiation oncology. PMT also 
offers its customers technical services for both microwave and industrial equipment.

Canvys provides customized display solutions serving the corporate enterprise, financial, industrial, and OEM markets.

Healthcare manufactures, distributes and services high value replacement parts for the healthcare market including hospitals, medical 

centers, independent service organizations, and multi-vendor service providers. Products include power grid tubes, hydrogen thyratrons, klystrons, 
magnetrons; Image Systems medical displays and workstations for picture archiving and communication systems (“PACS”); visual solutions for 
operating rooms/surgical environments; digital radiography solutions including replacement flat panel detectors and upgrades; and additional 
replacement components currently under development for the diagnostic imaging service market. Through a combination of newly developed 
products and partnerships, service offerings, and training programs, we believe we can help our customers improve efficiency and deliver better 
clinical outcomes while lowering the cost of healthcare delivery.

The CEO evaluates performance and allocates resources primarily based on the gross profit of each segment.

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Operating results by segment are summarized in the following table (in thousands):

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

PMT
Net Sales
Gross Profit
Canvys
Net Sales
Gross Profit
Healthcare
Net Sales
Gross Profit

$

$

$

105,554
33,088

23,453
6,017

13,009
5,730

A reconciliation of assets to the relevant consolidated amount is as follows (in thousands):

Segment assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments - current
Other current assets (1)
Net property
Investments - non-current
Other assets - non-current deferred income taxes

Total assets

$

$

$

$

$

105,748
33,098

24,645
6,457

6,564
1,583

May 28,
 2016

80,210
60,454
2,268
3,143
12,986
7,799
1,270
168,130

$

$

$

$

$

103,274
31,610

27,857
7,588

6,829
1,816

May 30,
 2015

60,200
74,535
23,692
3,494
10,081
11,549
1,443
184,994

(1)

Other current assets include miscellaneous receivables, prepaid expenses, and current deferred income taxes.

Assets are not disclosed by reportable segment as the Company does not track assets by reportable segment and certain assets are not 

specific to any reportable segment.

Capital expenditures for our Healthcare segment during fiscal 2016 were approximately $2.9 million. In addition, we also had capital 
expenditures during fiscal year 2016 and fiscal year 2015 related to the Company’s new ERP system that are not specific to any particular reportable 
segment.

Geographic net sales information is primarily grouped by customer destination into five areas: North America; Asia/Pacific; Europe; Latin 

America; and Other.

Net sales and gross profit by geographic region are summarized in the following table (in thousands):

Net Sales
North America
Asia/Pacific
Europe
Latin America
Other (1)
Total

Gross Profit
North America
Asia/Pacific
Europe
Latin America
Other (1)
Total

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

$

$

$

$

66,365
24,564
44,634
6,347
106
142,016

23,506
8,212
13,541
2,397
(2,821)
44,835

$

$

$

$

59,742
24,605
44,425
8,275
(90)
136,957

20,352
7,967
14,051
3,082
(4,314)
41,138

$

$

$

$

57,137
24,069
47,610
8,936
208
137,960

18,905
7,849
15,506
3,231
(4,477)
41,014

(1)

Other primarily includes net sales not allocated to a specific geographical region, unabsorbed value-add costs, and 
other unallocated expenses. 

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We sell our products to customers in diversified industries and perform periodic credit evaluations of our customers’ financial condition. 

Terms are generally on open account, payable net 30 days in North America, and vary throughout Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. Estimates 
of credit losses are recorded in the financial statements based on monthly reviews of outstanding accounts.

Net assets by geographic region are summarized in the following table (in thousands):

Net Assets
North America
Asia/Pacific
Europe
Latin America

Total

May 28,
 2016

Fiscal Year Ended
May 30,
 2015

May 31,
 2014

$

$

65,832
42,547
31,495
1,801
141,675

$

$

76,153
44,602
34,127
1,770
156,652

$

$

88,902
45,334
38,407
2,202
174,845

The Company has long-lived assets of $16.8 million as of May 28, 2016. The long-lived assets, which include our fixed assets and 

intangibles, are primarily in the US. There are approximately $1.3 million of long-lived assets that belong to our foreign affiliates.

The Company had depreciation and amortization expense of $2.4 million as of May 28, 2016. The depreciation and amortization, which 
includes our fixed assets and intangibles, are primarily in the US. There was approximately $0.3 million of depreciation and amortization expense 
that belong to our foreign affiliates.

12.

LITIGATION

We are involved in several pending judicial proceedings concerning matters arising in the ordinary course of business. While the outcome of 

litigation is subject to uncertainties, based on information available at the time the financial statements were issued, we determined disclosure of 
contingencies relating to any of our pending judicial proceedings was not necessary because there was less than a reasonable possibility that a 
material loss had been incurred.

During fiscal 2014, we received settlements in the amount of $2.5 million related to an antitrust class action lawsuit settlement. The 

settlement was recorded as proceeds from legal settlement within the Other Income section of our Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive 
Income (Loss).

13.

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures (“ASC 820”), defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in 

accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, and expands disclosures about fair value measurements.

ASC 820 establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value. These tiers include: Level 1, 

defined as observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets; Level 2, defined as inputs other than quoted prices in active markets that are 
either directly or indirectly observable; and Level 3, defined as unobservable inputs in which little or no market data exists; therefore requiring an 
entity to develop its own assumptions.

As of May 28, 2016, we held investments that are required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis. Our investments consist of time 

deposits and CDs, where face value is equal to fair value, and equity securities of publicly traded companies for which market prices are readily 
available.

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Investments measured at fair value on a recurring basis subject to the disclosure requirements of ASC 820 as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 

2015, were as follows (in thousands):

May 28, 2016
Time deposits/CDs
Equity securities
Total
May 30, 2015
Time deposits/CDs
Equity securities
Total

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

$

$

$

$

9,517
550
10,067

34,665
576
35,241

$

$

$

$

— $
—
— $

— $
—
— $

—
—
—

—
—
—

14.

VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS

The following table presents the valuation and qualifying account activity for fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, May 30, 2015, and May 31, 

2014, (in thousands):

Description
Year ended May 28, 2016

Allowance for doubtful accounts
Inventory provisions
Year ended May 30, 2015

Allowance for doubtful accounts
Inventory provisions
Year ended May 31, 2014

Allowance for doubtful accounts
Inventory provisions

Balance at
beginning 
of period

Charged to
expense

Deductions

Balance at
end 
of period

$

$

$

283 $

2,991

581 $

3,141

1,092 $
2,715

228 (1) $
690 (3)

(147)(2) $
301 (4)

(221)(1) $
228 (3)

114 (1) $
751 (3)

77 (2) $
378 (4)

625 (2) $
325 (4)

364
3,380

283
2,991

581
3,141

Notes: 
(1)
(2)
(3)

(4)

Charges to bad debt expense, net of bad debt recoveries.
Uncollectible amounts written off, net of recoveries and foreign currency translation.
Charges to cost of sales. Included in fiscal 2016 are inventory write-downs of $0.3 million for PMT and $0.3 million for Canvys, and less 
than $0.1 million for Healthcare.
Inventory disposed of or sold, net of foreign currency translation.

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15.

SELECTED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)

Description
Fiscal 2016
Net sales
Gross profit
Loss from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net loss
Loss from continuing operations

Common stock - basic
Class B common stock - basic
Common stock - diluted
Class B common stock - diluted

Net loss

Common stock - basic
Class B common stock - basic
Common stock - diluted
Class B common stock - diluted

Fiscal 2015
Net sales
Gross profit
Loss from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net loss
Loss from continuing operations

Common stock - basic
Class B common stock - basic
Common stock - diluted
Class B common stock - diluted

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

Common stock - basic
Class B common stock - basic
Common stock - diluted
Class B common stock - diluted

Net loss

Common stock - basic
Class B common stock - basic
Common stock - diluted
Class B common stock - diluted

First
Quarter

Second
Quarter

Third
Quarter

Fourth
Quarter

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

37,071
11,262
(1,399)
—
(1,399)

(0.10)
(0.10)
(0.10)
(0.10)

(0.10)
(0.10)
(0.10)
(0.10)

34,699
10,658
(83)
—
(83)

(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)

—
—
—
—

(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)

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34,086
10,435
(2,286)
—
(2,286)

(0.18)
(0.16)
(0.18)
(0.16)

(0.18)
(0.16)
(0.18)
(0.16)

33,841
10,462
(1,144)
87
(1,057)

(0.08)
(0.07)
(0.08)
(0.07)

0.01
0.01
0.01
0.01

(0.07)
(0.06)
(0.07)
(0.06)

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

31,291
9,750
(2,926)
—
(2,926)

(0.23)
(0.21)
(0.23)
(0.21)

(0.23)
(0.21)
(0.23)
(0.21)

33,471
9,800
(2,198)
—
(2,198)

(0.16)
(0.15)
(0.16)
(0.15)

—
—
—
—

(0.16)
(0.15)
(0.16)
(0.15)

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$

39,568
13,388
(155)
—
(155)

(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)

(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)

34,946
10,218
(2,103)
(118)
(2,221)

(0.16)
(0.13)
(0.16)
(0.13)

(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)
(0.01)

(0.17)
(0.14)
(0.17)
(0.14)

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Board of Directors and Stockholders
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 
LaFox, Illinois

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015 and the related 
consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended May 28, 
2016. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial 
statements based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards 
require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. 
An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the 
accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We 
believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Richardson 
Electronics, Ltd. at May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended 
May 28, 2016, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), Richardson Electronics, 
Ltd.’s internal control over financial reporting as of May 28, 2016, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013) 
issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) and our report dated July 29, 2016, expressed an 
unqualified opinion thereon.

/s/ BDO USA, LLP

Chicago, Illinois

July 29, 2016

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Board of Directors and Stockholders 
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 
LaFox, Illinois

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. as of May 31, 2014, and the related consolidated 
statements of comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended May 31, 2014. These 
financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements 
based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards 
require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. 
An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes 
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement 
presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Richardson 
Electronics, Ltd. at May 31, 2014, and the consolidated results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended May 
31, 2014, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP 
Chicago, Illinois 
July 25, 2014 except for note 6 and note 11, as to which the date is July 27, 2015

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Board of Directors and Stockholders 
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 
LaFox, Illinois

We have audited Richardson Electronics, Ltd.’s internal control over financial reporting as of May 28, 2016, based on criteria established in Internal 
Control – Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (the COSO criteria). 
Richardson Electronics, Ltd.’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 “Item 9A, Management’s 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 conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). 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, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audit 
also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable 
basis for our opinion.

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.

In our opinion, Richardson Electronics, Ltd. maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of May 28, 
2016, based on the COSO criteria. 

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the consolidated balance 
sheets of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. as of May 28, 2016 and May 30, 2015 and the related consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss), 
stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended May 28, 2016 and our report dated July 29, 2016 expressed an 
unqualified opinion thereon.

/s/ BDO USA, LLP

Chicago, Illinois

July 29, 2016

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ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

(a)

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

Management of the Company, with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the 
effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the 
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) as of May 28, 2016. Disclosure controls and procedures are intended to provide 
reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in the Company’s Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized, and 
reported within the time periods specified by the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated 
and communicated to management, including the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely 
decisions regarding required disclosure. Based on this evaluation, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have 
concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of May 28, 2016.

(a)

Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as defined in 

Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f). Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect 
misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness of 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.

A material weakness is a deficiency in internal control over financial reporting that results in more than a remote likelihood that a material 

misstatement of the annual or interim financial statements will not be prevented or detected.

Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, management conducted an assessment of the effectiveness 

of our internal control over financial reporting as of May 28, 2016, based on the framework in the Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013) 
published by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (“COSO”). Based on that assessment, management has 
concluded that the Company’s internal control over financial reporting was effective as of May 28, 2016.

Management’s assessment of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of May 28, 2016, has been audited by BDO 

USA, LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report which is included herein.

(a)

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the most recent fiscal year that have 

materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

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ITEM 9B.   OTHER INFORMATION

None

Results of Operation and Financial Condition and Declaration of Dividend

On July 20, 2016, we issued a press release reporting results for our fourth quarter and fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, and the declaration 

of a quarterly cash dividend. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 10-K and incorporated by reference herein.

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ITEM 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

PART III

Information concerning directors and executive officers of the registrant will be contained in our Proxy Statement to be issued in connection 

with our Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held on October 4, 2016, and is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 11. Executive Compensation

Information concerning executive compensation will be contained in our Proxy Statement to be issued in connection with our Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held on October 4, 2016, and is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

Information concerning security ownership of certain beneficial owners and management will be contained in our Proxy Statement to be 

issued in connection with our Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held on October 4, 2016, and is incorporated herein by reference.

Equity Compensation Plan Information

The following table sets forth information as of May 28, 2016, with respect to compensation plans under which equity securities are 

authorized for issuance:

Number of
Securities to
be Issued
Upon Exercise
of Outstanding
Options,
Warrants and 
Rights

Weighted
Average Per
Share Exercise
Price of
Outstanding   
Options,
Warrants
and Rights

995,375
23,564  (1)

1,018,939

$
$
$

9.86
12.95  (1)
9.93

Number of
Securities   
Remaining
Available for   
Future Issuance
Under Equity
Compensation 
Plans (Excluding
Securities
Reflected in the 
First Column)
949,542
—
949,542

Plan Category
Equity Compensation Plans Approved by Security Holders
Equity Compensation Plans Not Approved by Security Holders
Total

(1)

Options issued in 1987 pursuant to an employment contract with a former officer and director of Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

ITEM 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

Information concerning certain relationships and related transactions will be contained in our Proxy Statement to be issued in connection 

with our Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held on October 4, 2016, and is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services

Information concerning accountant fees and services will be contained in our Proxy Statement to be issued in connection with our Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders scheduled to be held on October 4, 2016, and is incorporated herein by reference.

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PART IV

ITEM 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

(a) Exhibit

See Exhibit Index.

(b) Financial Statements and Financial Statement Schedules.

Our consolidated financial statements being filed as part of this Form 10-K are filed on Item 8 of this Form 10-K. All other schedules for 

which provision is made in the applicable accounting regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission are not required under the related 
instructions or are inapplicable, and therefore have been omitted.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be 

signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. 

Signature

Title

By:

/s/ Edward J. Richardson
Edward J. Richardson

Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer), President, and Director

Date

July 29, 2016

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of 

the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

Signature

/s/ Edward J. Richardson
Edward J. Richardson

/s/ Robert J. Ben
Robert J. Ben

/s/ James M. Dudek Jr.
James M. Dudek Jr.

/s/ Paul J. Plante
Paul J. Plante

/s/ Jacques Belin
Jacques Belin

/s/ James Benham
James Benham

/s/ Kenneth Halverson
Kenneth Halverson

Title

Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer   (Principal 
Executive Officer), President, and Director

Date

July 29, 2016

Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial Officer)

July 29, 2016

Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer (Principal 
Accounting Officer)

Director

Director

Director

Director

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July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016

ITEM 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

(a)

List of Documents Filed as a Part of This Report:

(1)

Index to Consolidated Financial Statements:

PART IV

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of May 28, 2016, and May 30, 2015.

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for each of the three years ended May 28, 2016, May 30, 
2015, and May 31, 2014.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for each of the three years ended May 28, 2016, May 30, 2015, and May 31, 
2014.

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for each of the three years ended May 28, 2016, May 30, 2015, and 
May 31, 2014.

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Report of BDO USA, LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

Report of Ernst & Young LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

(2)

Index to Financial Statement Schedules:

All schedules have been omitted because the required information is included in the consolidated financial statements or the 
notes thereto, or is not applicable or required.

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Exhibit Number

Description

2(a)

3(a)

3(b)

3(c)

3(d)

Purchase Agreement between the Company and International Medical Equipment & Services, Inc. dated June 15, 2015 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 17, 2015).

Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company, (incorporated by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on 
Form S-4, Registration No. 33-8696, dated November 13, 1986).

Amended and Restated By-Laws of the Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report 
on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended December 3, 2011).

Amended and Restated By-Laws of the Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Current Report on 
Form 8-K filed with the SEC on October 15, 2012).

Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company, incorporated by reference to Annex III of the Proxy 
Statement filed August 22, 2014

10(a) †

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Annex A to the Company’s Proxy 
Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 23, 2011).

Amendment to the Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Annex II to the 
Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2014).

10(e) †

Edward J. Richardson Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated by reference to Appendix F to the Company’s Proxy 
Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 14, 2007).

10(e)(i) †

Amended and Restated Edward J. Richardson Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Appendix A to the Company’s Proxy 
Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the SEC on August 30, 2012).

10(f) †

10(g) †

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. 2006 Stock Option Plan for Non-Employee Directors (incorporated by reference to Exhibit A to the 
Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 12, 2005).

Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreement, dated June 1, 2004, by and between the Company and Wendy 
Diddell (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.47 to the Company’s Amendment No. 4 to the Registration Statement on Form 
S-1, Registration No. 333-113568, filed June 14, 2004).

10(g)(i) †

First Amendment to Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreement, dated May 31, 2007, by and between the 
Company and Wendy Diddell (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed 
with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 6, 2007).

10(h) †

10(j) †

10(k) †

10(n)

Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreement, dated October 24, 2007, by and between the Company and Kathleen 
Dvorak (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and 
Exchange Commission on October 25, 2007).

Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreement dated June 26, 2014, by and between the Company and Gregory J. 
Peloquin (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 27, 2014).

Form of Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement issued under the Richardson Electronics, Ltd. Employees’ 2001 Incentive 
Compensation Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(o) to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal 
year ended May 31, 2008).

Acquisition Agreement, dated October 1, 2010, among Richardson Electronics, Ltd., certain subsidiaries of Richardson 
Electronics, Ltd. and Arrow Electronics, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Current Report on 
Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 1, 2010).

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Exhibit Number

Description

10(o)(i)

10(p) †

10(q) †

14

21

Amendment No. 1 to Acquisition Agreement, dated February 28, 2011, between Richardson Electronics, Ltd., and Arrow 
Electronics, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(q)(i) to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal 
year ended May 28, 2011).

Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-compete Agreement between the Company and Lee A. McIntyre III dated June 15, 2015 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 17, 2015).

Employment, Nondisclosure and Non-Compete Agreement between the Company and Robert J. Ben dated as of August 4, 2015 
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on August 7, 2015.

Corporate Code of Conduct (incorporated by reference to and Form 8-K filed on June 4, 2012).

Subsidiaries of the Company.

23.1

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm - BDO USA, LLP.

23.1 (a)

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm - Ernst & Young LLP.

31.1

31.2

32

99.1

101

Certification of Edward J. Richardson pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed pursuant to Part I).

Certification of Robert J. Ben pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed pursuant to Part I).

Certifications pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed pursuant to Part I).

Press release, dated July 20, 2016.

The following financial information from our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended May 28, 
2016, filed with the SEC on July 29, 2016, formatted in Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL): (i) the Audited 
Consolidated Balance Sheet as of May 28, 2016, (ii) the Audited Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive 
Income (Loss) for the three months and 12 months ended May 28, 2016, (iii) the Audited Consolidated Statements of Cash 
Flows for the three and 12 months ended May 28, 2016, (iv) the Audited Consolidated Statement of Stockholder’s Equity as of 
May 28, 2016, and (v) Notes to Audited Consolidated Financial Statements.

†

Executive Compensation Plan or Agreement

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Richardson Electronics 10-K

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE COMPANY

Exhibit 21

Richardson Electronics Pty Limited

Richardson Electronics do Brasil Ltda.

Richardson Electronics Canada, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics Trading (China) Co., Ltd.

Richardson Powerlink MEA

Richardson Electronique SAS

Richardson Electronics GmbH

Richardson Electronics Hong Kong Limited

Richardson Electronics India Private Limited

Aviv-Richardson Ltd.

Richardson Electronics S.R.L.

Richardson Electronics Japan K.K.

Richardson Electronics Korea Limited

Richardson Electronics S.A. de C.V.

Richardson Electronics Benelux B.V.

Richardson Electronics Netherlands B.V.

Richardson Electronics Global Holdings BV

Richardson Electronics Pte. Ltd.

Richardson Electronics Iberica S.A.

Richardson Electronics Nordic AB

Richardson Electronics (Thailand) Limited

Richardson Electronics Limited

Richardson International, Inc.

Australia

Brazil

Canada

China

Dubai

France

Germany

Hong Kong

India

Israel

Italy

Japan

Korea

Mexico

Netherlands

Netherlands

Netherlands

Singapore

Spain

Sweden

Thailand

United Kingdom

United States

Richardson Electronics 10-K

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
LaFox, Illinois

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Exhibit 23.1

We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Post Effective Amendment Number 1 to Registration Statement Number 2-89888 
on Form S-8,  Registration Statement Number 33-36475 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 33-54745 on Form S-8,  Registration 
Statement Number 333-02865 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-03965 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-
04071  on  Form  S-8,  Registration  Statement  Number  333-04457  on  Form  S-8,  Registration  Statement  Number  333-04767  on  Form  S-8, 
Registration  Statement  Number  333-49005  on  Form  S-2,  Registration  Statement  Number  333-51513  on  Form  S-2,  Registration  Statement 
Number  333-66215  on  Form  S-8,  Registration  Statement  Number  333-76897  on  Form  S-8,  Registration  Statement  Number  333-70914  on 
Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-115955 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-120032 on Form S-8, Registration 
Statement Number 333-129828 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-60092 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-
146878 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-146879 on Form S-8, and Registration Statement Number 333-206044 on Form S-8 
of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. of our reports dated July 29, 2016, relating to the consolidated financial statements, and the effectiveness of 
Richardson Electronics, Ltd.’s internal control over financial reporting, which appear in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

/s/ BDO USA, LLP

Chicago, Illinois
July 29, 2016

Richardson Electronics 10-K

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Post Effective Amendment Number 1 to Registration Statement Number 2-89888 on 
Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 33-36475 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 33-54745 on Form S-8, Registration Statement 
Number 333-02865 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-03965 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-04071 on Form S-8, 
Registration Statement Number 333-04457 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-04767 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 
333-49005 on Form S-2, Registration Statement Number 333-51513 on Form S-2, Registration Statement Number 333-66215 on Form S-8, 
Registration Statement Number 333-76897 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-70914 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 
333-115955 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-120032 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-129828 on Form S-8, 
Registration Statement Number 333-60092 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 333-146878 on Form S-8, Registration Statement Number 
333-146879 on Form S-8, and Registration Statement Number 333-206044 on Form S-8 of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. of our report dated July 25, 
2014 except for note 6 and note 11, as to which the date is July 27, 2015 relating to the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss), 
stockholders’ equity and cash flows as of and for the year ended May 31, 2014, which appear in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Exhibit 23.1 (a)

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Chicago, Illinois
July 29, 2016

Richardson Electronics 10-K

Exhibit 31.1

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Edward J. Richardson, certify that:

1.

I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. for the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the 
statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this 
report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects 

the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in 

Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-
15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a)

b)

c)

d)

Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our 
supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by 
others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our 
supervision, 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;

Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the 
effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most 
recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably 
likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to 

the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)

b)

All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are 
reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal 
control over financial reporting.

Date: July 29, 2016

Signature:

/s/ Edward J. Richardson
Edward J. Richardson
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive 
Officer

Richardson Electronics 10-K

Exhibit 31.2

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
SECTION 302(a) OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Robert J. Ben, certify that:

1.

I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. for the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the 
statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this 
report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects 

the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in 

Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-
15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a)

b)

c)

d)

Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our 
supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by 
others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our 
supervision, 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;

Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the 
effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most 
recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably 
likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to 

the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a)

b)

All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are 
reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal 
control over financial reporting.

Date: July 29, 2016

Signature:

/s/ Robert J. Ben
Robert J. Ben
Chief Financial Officer

Richardson Electronics 10-K

Exhibit 32

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Annual Report of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (the “Company”) on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, as 
filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Edward J. Richardson, Chairman of the Board and Chief 
Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that 
to my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and result of operations of the 

Company.

/s/ Edward J. Richardson
Edward J. Richardson
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer 
July 29, 2016

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Annual Report of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (the “Company”) on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 28, 2016, as 
filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Robert J. Ben, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, 
certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and result of operations of the 

Company

/s/ Robert J. Ben
Robert J. Ben
Chief Financial Officer 
July 29, 2016

Richardson Electronics 10K

Press Release

For Immediate Release

For Details Contact:
Edward J. Richardson
Chairman and CEO
Phone: (630) 208-2205

Exhibit 99.1

Robert J. Ben
EVP & CFO
(630) 208-2203

40W267 Keslinger Road
PO BOX 393
LaFox, IL 60147-0393 USA
(630) 208-2200 | Fax: (630) 208-2550

RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS REPORTS IMPROVED FOURTH QUARTER FISCAL 2016 RESULTS AND DECLARES 
QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND

LaFox, IL, July 20, 2016: Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal 

year ended May 28, 2016. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors declared a $0.06 per share quarterly cash dividend.

Fourth Quarter Results

Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 were $39.6 million, a 13.2% increase, compared to net sales of $35.0 million in the prior year. 
Sales  increased  $3.9  million  for  PMT  and  $1.6  million  for  Healthcare,  which  includes  net  sales  for  International  Medical  Equipment  Systems 
(“IMES”), acquired early this fiscal year. The increase was partially offset by a $0.9 million decrease in Canvys.

Gross margin increased to $13.4 million, or 33.8% of net sales during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016, compared to $10.2 million, or 29.2% 
of  net  sales  during  the  fourth  quarter  of  fiscal  2015.  Margin  improved  as  a  percent  of  net  sales  primarily  due  to  sales  of  diagnostic  imaging 
replacement parts in the Healthcare business.

Operating expenses increased to $13.7 million for fourth quarter of fiscal 2016, compared to $12.9 million for fourth quarter of fiscal 2015. 
However, operating expenses as a percent of net sales improved to 34.6% versus 36.8% in the same period last year. The increase in SG&A was due 
to  $1.1  million  related  to  IMES  and  additional  investments  in  our  Richardson  Healthcare  business  and  $0.8  million  in  PMT,  partially  offset  by 
decreases of $0.3 million in IT services, $0.6 million in our other support functions, and $0.2 million in Canvys.

As a result, operating loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 was $0.3 million, compared to an operating loss of $2.6 million in the prior 

year’s fourth quarter.

Other  expense  for  the  fourth  quarter  of  fiscal  2016,  including  foreign  exchange,  was  less  than  $0.1  million,  compared  to  less  than  $0.1 

million in other income in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015.

The income tax benefit of $0.2 million during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 reflects an adjusted lower provision for foreign taxes as well 

as the valuation allowance recorded against the net operating loss in the U.S.

Net loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 was $0.2 million, compared to net loss of $2.2 million during the fourth quarter of last year.

Fiscal 2016 Results

Net  sales  for  fiscal  2016  were  $142.0  million,  a  3.7%  increase,  compared  to  net  sales  of  $137.0  million  in  the  prior  year.  Sales  for  the 
Company’s Healthcare business increased $6.4 million, which includes net sales for IMES, acquired early this fiscal year. The increase was partially 
offset by a $1.2 million decrease in Canvys and $0.2 million decrease in PMT.

Gross margin increased to $44.8 million, or 31.6% of net sales during fiscal 2016, compared to $41.1 million, or 30.0% of net sales during 
fiscal 2015. Margin improved as a percent of sales primarily due to higher margins associated with the sale of diagnostic imaging replacement parts 
in the Healthcare business.

Operating expenses increased to $51.6 million for fiscal 2016, compared to $49.2 million for the fiscal 2015 and as a percentage of sales 
increased from 35.9% to 36.4%. The increase in SG&A reflected $5.0 million for IMES and additional investments in our Richardson Healthcare 
business and $0.7 million in PMT, partially offset by decreases of $1.9 million in IT services, $0.9 million in our other support functions, and $0.5 
million in Canvys.

As a result, operating loss for fiscal 2016 was $6.6 million, compared to an operating loss of $8.1 million in fiscal 2015.

Other income for fiscal 2016, including foreign exchange, was $0.3 million, compared to $1.1 million in other income for fiscal 2015.

The income tax provision of $0.5 million during fiscal 2016 was due to foreign income tax expense and additional tax due in Germany that 

resulted from an audit.

Net loss for fiscal 2016 was $6.8 million, compared to net loss of $5.6 million during fiscal 2015.

CASH DIVIDEND

The Company also announced today that its Board of Directors declared a $0.06 quarterly dividend per share to holders of common stock 
and  a  $0.054  cash  dividend  per  share  to  holders  of  Class  B  common  stock.  The  dividend  will  be  payable  on  August  24,  2016,  to  common 
stockholders of record on August 8, 2016.

Cash  and  investments  at  the  end  of  the  fourth  quarter  of  fiscal  2016  were  $70.5  million.  During  the  fourth  quarter  of  fiscal  2016,  the 
Company did not repurchase any shares of its common stock under the existing share repurchase authorization. Since the sale of RFPD, the Company 
has spent $65.6 million on share repurchases and currently has 10.7 million outstanding shares of common stock and 2.1 million outstanding shares 
of Class B common stock.

“Since  the  sale  of  RFPD  in  2011,  we  have  spent  more  than  $17  million  on  dividends,” said  Edward  J.  Richardson,  Chairman,  Chief 
Executive  Officer  and  President.  “Including  share  repurchases,  we have returned more  than  $82  million  to our  shareholders.  Our intent  now is to 
further improve shareholder value by investing in our growth initiatives.”

OUTLOOK

“We are pleased with the significant improvement in our financial performance in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 as compared to the fourth 
quarter of fiscal 2015. In addition to a large U.S. government sale, there were other areas of improvement, including strong IMES sales and gross 
margin and lower S, G&A expenses as a percent of net sales,” said Mr. Richardson. “We are highly focused on revenue growth in fiscal 2017, while 
carefully managing our cash flow. We have implemented programs to reduce our run rate expenses for fiscal year 2017, and are working on more 
operational improvement initiatives so we may continue to invest in our growth strategy,” Mr. Richardson concluded.

CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

On  Thursday,  July  21,  2016,  at  9:00  a.m.  CT,  Edward  J.  Richardson,  Chairman  and  Chief  Executive  Officer,  and  Robert  J.  Ben,  Chief 
Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s fourth quarter results for fiscal 2016. A question and answer session will be 
included as part of the call’s agenda. To listen to the call, please dial (888) 339-2688 and enter passcode 68976218 approximately five minutes prior 
to the start of the call. A replay of the call will be available for seven days beginning at 12:00 a.m. CT on July 22, 2016. The telephone numbers for 
the replay are (USA) (888) 286-8010 and (International) (617) 801-6888; passcode 27292309.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This release includes certain “forward-looking” statements as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this press 
release regarding the Company’s business which are not historical facts represent “forward-looking” statements that involve risks and uncertainties. 
For a discussion of such risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see 
Item 1A, “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on July 28, 2015. The Company assumes no responsibility to update 
the “forward-looking” statements in this release as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

ABOUT RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS, LTD.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; 
power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging 
equipment;  and  customized  display  solutions.  We  serve  customers  in  the  alternative  energy,  healthcare,  aviation,  broadcast,  communications, 
industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and 
“engineered  solutions” based  on  our  core  engineering  and  manufacturing  capabilities.  The  Company  provides  solutions  and  adds  value  through 
design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its 
global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

May 28, 
 2016

May 30, 
 2015

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, less allowance of $364 and $283
Inventories, net
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Deferred income taxes
Income tax receivable
Investments - current

Total current assets

Non-current assets:

Property, plant and equipment, net
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Non-current deferred income taxes
Investments - non-current

Total non-current assets

Total assets
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities

Total current liabilities

Non-current liabilities:

Non-current deferred income tax liabilities
Other non-current liabilities

Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities

Stockholders’ equity

Common stock, $0.05 par value; issued and outstanding 10,703 shares at May 28, 2016, and 

11,530 shares at May 30, 2015

Class B common stock, convertible, $0.05 par value; issued and outstanding 2,141 shares at May 

28, 2016, and at May 30, 2015

Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, no shares issued
Additional paid-in-capital
Common stock in treasury, at cost, no shares at May 28, 2016, and at May 30, 2015
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Total stockholders’ equity

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

$

$

60,454
24,928
45,422
1,758
1,078
17
2,268
135,925

12,986
6,332
3,818
1,270
7,799
32,205
168,130

14,896
9,135
24,031

1,457
967
2,424
26,455

535

107
—
58,969
—
79,292
2,772
141,675
168,130

$

$

$

74,535
20,753
38,769
1,696
804
929
23,692
161,178

10,081
—
743
1,443
11,549
23,816
184,994

15,768
10,144
25,912

1,209
1,221
2,430
28,342

577

107
—
63,252
—
89,141
3,575
156,652
184,994

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in thousands, except per share amounts)

Three Months Ended

Twelve Months Ended

May 28,
2016

May 30,
2015

May 28,
2016

May 30,
2015

Statements of Comprehensive Loss
Net sales
Cost of sales

Gross profit

Selling, general, and administrative expenses
Gain on disposal of assets
Operating loss
Other (income) expense:

Investment/interest income
Foreign exchange (gain) loss
Other, net

Total other (income) expense

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes
Income tax provision (benefit)
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

Net loss

Foreign currency translation gain (loss), net of tax
Fair value adjustments on investments gain (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Loss per Common share - Basic:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Common share - Basic:
Loss per Class B common share - Basic:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Class B common share - Basic:
Loss per Common share - Diluted:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Common share - Diluted:
Loss per Class B common share - Diluted:
Loss from continuing operations
Loss from discontinued operations
Total loss per Class B common share - Diluted:
Weighted average number of shares:
Common shares - Basic
Class B common shares - Basic
Common shares - Diluted
Class B common shares - Diluted
Dividends per common share
Dividends per Class B common share

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

39,568
26,180
13,388
13,694
—
(306)

(129)
104
70
45
(351)
(196)
(155)
—
(155)
1,153
35
1,033

(0.01)
—
(0.01)

(0.01)
—
(0.01)

(0.01)
—
(0.01)

(0.01)
—
(0.01)

10,703
2,141
10,703
2,141
0.060
0.054

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

34,946
24,728
10,218
12,863
—
(2,645)

(255)
100
114
(41)
(2,604)
(501)
(2,103)
(118)
(2,221)
(355)
(8)
(2,584)

(0.16)
(0.01)
(0.17)

(0.13)
(0.01)
(0.14)

(0.16)
(0.01)
(0.17)

(0.13)
(0.01)
(0.14)

11,529
2,141
11,529
2,141
0.060
0.054

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

142,016
97,181
44,835
51,632
(244)
(6,553)

(562)
212
17
(333)
(6,220)
546
(6,766)
—
(6,766)
(759)
(44)
(7,569)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—
(0.47)

(0.53)
—
(0.53)

(0.47)
—
(0.47)

10,908
2,141
10,908
2,141
0.240
0.220

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

136,957
95,819
41,138
49,229
(5)
(8,086)

(999)
(185)
92
(1,092)
(6,994)
(1,466)
(5,528)
(31)
(5,559)
(6,504)
22
(12,041)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—
(0.36)

(0.41)
—
(0.41)

(0.36)
—
(0.36)

11,682
2,151
11,682
2,151
0.240
0.220

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)

Three Months Ended

Twelve Months Ended

May 28,
2016

May 30,
2015

May 28,
2016

May 30,
2015

$

(155)

$

(2,221)

$

(6,766)

$

(5,559)

Operating activities:
Net loss
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to cash used in operating 

activities:
Depreciation and amortization
Loss (gain) on sale of investments
Gain on disposal of assets
Share-based compensation expense
Deferred income taxes

Change in assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquired business:

Accounts receivable
Income tax receivable
Inventories, net
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities
Long-term liabilities-accrued pension
Other

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

Investing activities:

Cash consideration paid for acquired business
Capital expenditures
Proceeds from sales of assets
Proceeds from maturity of investments
Purchases of investments
Proceeds from sales of available-for-sale securities
Purchases of available-for-sale securities
Other

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

Financing activities:

Repurchase of common stock
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
Cash dividends paid
Other

Net cash used in financing activities

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

$

516
(1)
—
114
28

(3,832)
61
461
427
2,077
1,044
—
230
970

—
(1,770)
—
1,442
—
18
(18)
(3)
(331)

—
—
(758)
—
(758)
368
249
60,205
60,454

$

480
(12)
25
197
(939)

(1,840)
(929)
(3,153)
(161)
4,596
1,949
—
270
(1,738)

—
(1,487)
—
1,660
(1,457)
41
(41)
(120)
(1,404)

—
23
(807)
3
(781)
60
(3,863)
78,398
74,535

$

2,381
1
(244)
548
201

(3,521)
912
(5,175)
(16)
(899)
(1,027)
(465)
486
(13,584)

(12,209)
(4,813)
402
27,026
(2,151)
268
(268)
(20)
8,235

(5,015)
142
(3,079)
(4)
(7,956)
(776)
(14,081)
74,535
60,454

$

1,707
(27)
(5)
726
(1,604)

(4,495)
1,959
(7,519)
(888)
4,207
1,480
—
238
(9,780)

—
(4,737)
—
33,617
(35,550)
227
(227)
(248)
(6,918)

(3,945)
324
(3,260)
3
(6,878)
(4,641)
(28,217)
102,752
74,535

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Net Sales and Gross Profit
For the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2016 and Fiscal 2015
(in thousands)

By Strategic Business Unit:

Net Sales

PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

Gross Profit

PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

PMT
Canvys
Healthcare
Total

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

Q4
FY 2016

30,189
5,680
3,699
39,568

YTD
FY 2016

105,554
23,453
13,009
142,016

Q4
FY 2015

% Change

$

$

$

$

26,316
6,535
2,095
34,946

YTD
FY 2015

105,748
24,645
6,564
136,957

14.7%
-13.1%
76.6%
13.2%

% Change

-0.2%
-4.8%
98.2%
3.7%

Q4
FY 2016

% of Net Sales

Q4
FY 2015

% of Net Sales

10,295
1,578
1,515
13,388

34.1% $
27.8%
41.0%
33.8% $

8,194
1,528
496
10,218

31.1%
23.4%
23.7%
29.2%

YTD
FY 2016

% of Net Sales

YTD
FY 2015

% of Net Sales

33,088
6,017
5,730
44,835

31.3% $
25.7%
44.0%
31.6% $

33,098
6,457
1,583
41,138

31.3%
26.2%
24.1%
30.0%