Western Digital
Annual Report 2021

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2021 Annual Report SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNITED STATES UNITED STATES Washington, D.C. 20549 Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K FORM 10-K (Mark One) (Mark One) Or Or For the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021 For the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021 ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 1934 For the transition period from to For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-8703 Commission file number: 1-8703 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) incorporation or organization) 5601 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California 5601 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California (Address of principal executive offices) (Address of principal executive offices) 33-0956711 33-0956711 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 95119 95119 (Zip Code) (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 717-6000 Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 717-6000 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Title of each class Trading symbol(s) Trading symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $.01 Par Value Per Share Common Stock, $.01 Par Value Per Share WDC WDC The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Nasdaq Global Select Market) (Nasdaq Global Select Market) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None None Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No ý Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No ý 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 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 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 ý No ¨ requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such 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 such files). Yes ý No ¨ files). Yes ý No ¨ UNITED STATES UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K FORM 10-K (Mark One) (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 1934 For the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021 For the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021 Or Or For the transition period from to For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-8703 Commission file number: 1-8703 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) incorporation or organization) 5601 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California 5601 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California (Address of principal executive offices) (Address of principal executive offices) 33-0956711 33-0956711 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 95119 95119 (Zip Code) (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 717-6000 Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 717-6000 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Title of each class Common Stock, $.01 Par Value Per Share Common Stock, $.01 Par Value Per Share Trading symbol(s) Trading symbol(s) WDC WDC Name of each exchange on which registered Name of each exchange on which registered The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Nasdaq Global Select Market) (Nasdaq Global Select Market) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None None Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No ý Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No ý 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 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 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 ý No ¨ requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such 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 such files). Yes ý No ¨ files). Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. Large accelerated filer Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer Accelerated filer Non-accelerated filer Non-accelerated filer Smaller reporting company Smaller reporting company Emerging growth company Emerging growth company ☒ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨ or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☒ issued its audit report. ☒ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ý Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ý The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant on December 31, 2020, the last business day of the The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant on December 31, 2020, the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, was $13.5 billion, based on the closing sale price as reported on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, was $13.5 billion, based on the closing sale price as reported on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. There were 308,748,049 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, outstanding as of the close of business on August 18, 2021. There were 308,748,049 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, outstanding as of the close of business on August 18, 2021. Part III incorporates by reference certain information from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) for the 2021 Annual Part III incorporates by reference certain information from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the end of the 2021 fiscal year. Except with Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the end of the 2021 fiscal year. Except with respect to information specifically incorporated by reference in this Form 10-K, the Proxy Statement is not deemed to be filed as part hereof. respect to information specifically incorporated by reference in this Form 10-K, the Proxy Statement is not deemed to be filed as part hereof. Item 8. Item 8. Item 9. Item 9. Documents Incorporated by Reference Documents Incorporated by Reference WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION INDEX INDEX PART I PART I PART II PART II Item 1. Item 1. Business Business Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 2. Item 2. Item 3. Item 3. Properties Properties Legal Proceedings Legal Proceedings Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Equity Securities Equity Securities Item 6. Item 6. Selected Financial Data Selected Financial Data Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9B. Other Information Item 9B. Other Information Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 11. Executive Compensation Item 11. Executive Compensation PART III PART III Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters Matters Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 16. Form 10-K Summary Item 16. Form 10-K Summary PART IV PART IV PAGE NO. PAGE NO. 5 5 13 13 27 27 28 28 29 29 29 29 30 30 32 32 33 33 45 45 46 46 100 100 100 100 101 101 101 101 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 103 103 107 107 Unless otherwise indicated, references herein to specific years and quarters are to our fiscal years and fiscal quarters, and Unless otherwise indicated, references herein to specific years and quarters are to our fiscal years and fiscal quarters, and references to financial information are on a consolidated basis. As used herein, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company,” references to financial information are on a consolidated basis. As used herein, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company,” “WDC” and “Western Digital” refer to Western Digital Corporation and its subsidiaries, unless we state, or the context “WDC” and “Western Digital” refer to Western Digital Corporation and its subsidiaries, unless we state, or the context indicates, otherwise. indicates, otherwise. WDC, a Delaware corporation, is the parent company of our data storage business. Our principal executive offices are WDC, a Delaware corporation, is the parent company of our data storage business. Our principal executive offices are located at 5601 Great Oaks Parkway, San Jose, California 95119. Our telephone number is (408) 717-6000. located at 5601 Great Oaks Parkway, San Jose, California 95119. Our telephone number is (408) 717-6000. Western Digital, the Western Digital logo, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital, the Western Digital logo, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and/or service Western Digital or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. 2 2 3 3 Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. Large accelerated filer Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer Accelerated filer Non-accelerated filer Non-accelerated filer Smaller reporting company Smaller reporting company Emerging growth company Emerging growth company ☒ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨ or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☒ issued its audit report. ☒ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ý Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐ No ý The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant on December 31, 2020, the last business day of the The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant on December 31, 2020, the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, was $13.5 billion, based on the closing sale price as reported on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, was $13.5 billion, based on the closing sale price as reported on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. There were 308,748,049 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, outstanding as of the close of business on August 18, 2021. There were 308,748,049 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, outstanding as of the close of business on August 18, 2021. Part III incorporates by reference certain information from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) for the 2021 Annual Part III incorporates by reference certain information from the registrant’s definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the end of the 2021 fiscal year. Except with Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after the end of the 2021 fiscal year. Except with respect to information specifically incorporated by reference in this Form 10-K, the Proxy Statement is not deemed to be filed as part hereof. respect to information specifically incorporated by reference in this Form 10-K, the Proxy Statement is not deemed to be filed as part hereof. Documents Incorporated by Reference Documents Incorporated by Reference WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION INDEX INDEX PAGE NO. PAGE NO. Business Business Item 1. Item 1. Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 2. Item 2. Item 3. Item 3. Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Properties Properties Legal Proceedings Legal Proceedings PART I PART I PART II PART II Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Equity Securities Selected Financial Data Selected Financial Data Item 6. Item 6. Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Item 8. Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Item 9. Item 9. Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9B. Other Information Item 9B. Other Information Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections PART III PART III Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 11. Executive Compensation Item 11. Executive Compensation Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters Matters Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 16. Form 10-K Summary Item 16. Form 10-K Summary PART IV PART IV 5 5 13 13 27 27 28 28 29 29 29 29 30 30 32 32 33 33 45 45 46 46 100 100 100 100 101 101 101 101 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 103 103 107 107 Unless otherwise indicated, references herein to specific years and quarters are to our fiscal years and fiscal quarters, and Unless otherwise indicated, references herein to specific years and quarters are to our fiscal years and fiscal quarters, and references to financial information are on a consolidated basis. As used herein, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company,” references to financial information are on a consolidated basis. As used herein, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company,” “WDC” and “Western Digital” refer to Western Digital Corporation and its subsidiaries, unless we state, or the context “WDC” and “Western Digital” refer to Western Digital Corporation and its subsidiaries, unless we state, or the context indicates, otherwise. indicates, otherwise. WDC, a Delaware corporation, is the parent company of our data storage business. Our principal executive offices are WDC, a Delaware corporation, is the parent company of our data storage business. Our principal executive offices are located at 5601 Great Oaks Parkway, San Jose, California 95119. Our telephone number is (408) 717-6000. located at 5601 Great Oaks Parkway, San Jose, California 95119. Our telephone number is (408) 717-6000. Western Digital, the Western Digital logo, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital, the Western Digital logo, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and/or service Western Digital or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. 2 2 3 3 FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS PART I PART I This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Any statements that This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Any statements that do not relate to historical or current facts or matters are forward-looking statements. You can identify some of the forward- do not relate to historical or current facts or matters are forward-looking statements. You can identify some of the forward- looking statements by the use of forward-looking words, such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “project,” “believe,” looking statements by the use of forward-looking words, such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “project,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “continue,” “potential,” “plan,” “forecast,” and the like, or the use of future tense. “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “continue,” “potential,” “plan,” “forecast,” and the like, or the use of future tense. Statements concerning current conditions may also be forward-looking if they imply a continuation of current conditions. Statements concerning current conditions may also be forward-looking if they imply a continuation of current conditions. Forward-looking statements may include statements regarding our market position and portfolio synergies; consumer trends Forward-looking statements may include statements regarding our market position and portfolio synergies; consumer trends and market conditions. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning: and market conditions. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • consumer trends and market conditions, market opportunities and our market position; consumer trends and market conditions, market opportunities and our market position; expectations regarding the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures intended to reduce its spread; expectations regarding the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures intended to reduce its spread; expectations regarding our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), the flash industry and expectations regarding our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), the flash industry and our flash wafer output plans; our flash wafer output plans; product synergies and our product plans and business strategies; product synergies and our product plans and business strategies; expectations regarding pricing trends and conditions for our products; expectations regarding pricing trends and conditions for our products; expectations regarding our cost saving initiatives; expectations regarding our cost saving initiatives; expectations regarding our product development and technology plans; expectations regarding our product development and technology plans; expectations regarding the outcome of legal proceedings in which we are involved; expectations regarding the outcome of legal proceedings in which we are involved; our reinvestment in the business and ongoing deleveraging efforts; our reinvestment in the business and ongoing deleveraging efforts; our share repurchase program and resumption of our quarterly cash dividend policy; our share repurchase program and resumption of our quarterly cash dividend policy; expectations regarding the repatriation of funds from our foreign operations; expectations regarding the repatriation of funds from our foreign operations; our beliefs regarding tax benefits and the timing of future payments, if any, relating to the unrecognized tax benefits, our beliefs regarding tax benefits and the timing of future payments, if any, relating to the unrecognized tax benefits, and the adequacy of our tax provisions; and the adequacy of our tax provisions; expectations regarding capital investments and sources of funding for those investments; and expectations regarding capital investments and sources of funding for those investments; and our beliefs regarding the sufficiency of our available liquidity to meet our working capital, debt and capital our beliefs regarding the sufficiency of our available liquidity to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs. expenditure needs. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully review the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our statements. You are urged to carefully review the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our business and operating results, including those made in Part I, Item 1A of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any of those business and operating results, including those made in Part I, Item 1A of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any of those made in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance made in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this document. We do not intend, and undertake no on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this document. We do not intend, and undertake no obligation, to publish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this document or to obligation, to publish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this document or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Industry Industry Item 1. Item 1. Business Business General General Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of information technology (“IT”) and the infrastructure that enables the and solutions that address the evolving needs of information technology (“IT”) and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We are driving the innovation proliferation of data in virtually every industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We are driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. data. Founded in 1970 in Santa Ana, California, Western Digital is now a Standard & Poor’s 500 (“S&P 500”) company Founded in 1970 in Santa Ana, California, Western Digital is now a Standard & Poor’s 500 (“S&P 500”) company headquartered in San Jose, California. We have one of the technology industry’s most valuable patent portfolios with headquartered in San Jose, California. We have one of the technology industry’s most valuable patent portfolios with approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide. We have a rich heritage of innovation and operational excellence, a wide range approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide. We have a rich heritage of innovation and operational excellence, a wide range of intellectual property (“IP”) assets and broad research and development (“R&D”) capabilities. The unabated growth in of intellectual property (“IP”) assets and broad research and development (“R&D”) capabilities. The unabated growth in amount, value, and use of data continues, creating a global need for a larger, faster and more capable storage infrastructure. amount, value, and use of data continues, creating a global need for a larger, faster and more capable storage infrastructure. We are a customer-focused organization that has developed deep relationships with industry leaders to continue to deliver We are a customer-focused organization that has developed deep relationships with industry leaders to continue to deliver innovative solutions to help users capture, store and transform data across a boundless range of applications. Wherever data innovative solutions to help users capture, store and transform data across a boundless range of applications. Wherever data needs to be stored and accessed - from consumer devices such as cameras, drones and virtual reality headsets, to the most needs to be stored and accessed - from consumer devices such as cameras, drones and virtual reality headsets, to the most complex data centers - Western Digital is there. We enable cloud, Internet, and social media infrastructure players to build complex data centers - Western Digital is there. We enable cloud, Internet, and social media infrastructure players to build more powerful, cost effective and efficient data centers. We help original equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) address storage more powerful, cost effective and efficient data centers. We help original equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) address storage opportunities and solutions to capture and transform data in myriad devices and edge technologies. We have also built strong opportunities and solutions to capture and transform data in myriad devices and edge technologies. We have also built strong consumer brands with tools to manage fast-accumulating libraries of personal content. consumer brands with tools to manage fast-accumulating libraries of personal content. To increase focus, drive innovation and improve execution, we have recently structured our operations with dedicated To increase focus, drive innovation and improve execution, we have recently structured our operations with dedicated leadership of our two broad categories of technology: hard disk drives (“HDD”), which are based on rotating magnetic leadership of our two broad categories of technology: hard disk drives (“HDD”), which are based on rotating magnetic technology, and flash-based memory (“flash”), which is a semiconductor technology. We continue to transform ourselves to technology, and flash-based memory (“flash”), which is a semiconductor technology. We continue to transform ourselves to address the growth in data by providing what we believe to be the broadest range of storage technologies in the industry with a address the growth in data by providing what we believe to be the broadest range of storage technologies in the industry with a comprehensive product portfolio and global reach. comprehensive product portfolio and global reach. We operate in the data storage industry. The ability to access, store and share data from anywhere on any device is We operate in the data storage industry. The ability to access, store and share data from anywhere on any device is increasingly important to our customers. From the intelligent edge to the cloud, data storage is a fundamental component increasingly important to our customers. From the intelligent edge to the cloud, data storage is a fundamental component underpinning the global technology architecture. Our strengths in innovation and cost leadership, expansive product portfolio underpinning the global technology architecture. Our strengths in innovation and cost leadership, expansive product portfolio and broad routes to market provide a foundation upon which we are solidifying our position as an essential building block of and broad routes to market provide a foundation upon which we are solidifying our position as an essential building block of the digital economy. There’s tremendous market opportunity flowing from the rapid global adoption of the technology the digital economy. There’s tremendous market opportunity flowing from the rapid global adoption of the technology architecture built with cloud infrastructure tied to intelligent endpoints all connected by high performance networks. The value architecture built with cloud infrastructure tied to intelligent endpoints all connected by high performance networks. The value and urgency of data storage at every point across this architecture has never been more clear. and urgency of data storage at every point across this architecture has never been more clear. The growth in computing complexity, cloud computing applications, connected mobile devices and Internet connected The growth in computing complexity, cloud computing applications, connected mobile devices and Internet connected products, and edge devices is driving unabated growth in the volume of digital content to be stored and used. This growth has products, and edge devices is driving unabated growth in the volume of digital content to be stored and used. This growth has led to a creation of new form factors for data storage. The storage industry is increasingly utilizing tiered architectures with led to a creation of new form factors for data storage. The storage industry is increasingly utilizing tiered architectures with HDDs, solid state drives (“SSDs”) and other non-volatile memory-based storage to address an expanding set of uses and HDDs, solid state drives (“SSDs”) and other non-volatile memory-based storage to address an expanding set of uses and applications. We believe our expertise and innovation across both HDD and flash technologies enable us to bring powerful applications. We believe our expertise and innovation across both HDD and flash technologies enable us to bring powerful solutions to a broader range of applications. We continuously monitor the full array of storage technologies, including solutions to a broader range of applications. We continuously monitor the full array of storage technologies, including reviewing these technologies with our customers, to ensure we are appropriately resourced to meet our customers’ storage reviewing these technologies with our customers, to ensure we are appropriately resourced to meet our customers’ storage needs. needs. 4 4 5 5 FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS PART I PART I • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Any statements that This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Any statements that do not relate to historical or current facts or matters are forward-looking statements. You can identify some of the forward- do not relate to historical or current facts or matters are forward-looking statements. 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Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning: consumer trends and market conditions, market opportunities and our market position; consumer trends and market conditions, market opportunities and our market position; expectations regarding the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures intended to reduce its spread; expectations regarding the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and measures intended to reduce its spread; expectations regarding our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), the flash industry and expectations regarding our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), the flash industry and our flash wafer output plans; our flash wafer output plans; product synergies and our product plans and business strategies; product synergies and our product plans and business strategies; expectations regarding pricing trends and conditions for our products; expectations regarding pricing trends and conditions for our products; expectations regarding our cost saving initiatives; expectations regarding our cost saving initiatives; expectations regarding our product development and technology plans; expectations regarding our product development and technology plans; expectations regarding the outcome of legal proceedings in which we are involved; expectations regarding the outcome of legal proceedings in which we are involved; our reinvestment in the business and ongoing deleveraging efforts; our reinvestment in the business and ongoing deleveraging efforts; our share repurchase program and resumption of our quarterly cash dividend policy; our share repurchase program and resumption of our quarterly cash dividend policy; expectations regarding the repatriation of funds from our foreign operations; expectations regarding the repatriation of funds from our foreign operations; our beliefs regarding tax benefits and the timing of future payments, if any, relating to the unrecognized tax benefits, our beliefs regarding tax benefits and the timing of future payments, if any, relating to the unrecognized tax benefits, and the adequacy of our tax provisions; and the adequacy of our tax provisions; expectations regarding capital investments and sources of funding for those investments; and expectations regarding capital investments and sources of funding for those investments; and our beliefs regarding the sufficiency of our available liquidity to meet our working capital, debt and capital our beliefs regarding the sufficiency of our available liquidity to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs. expenditure needs. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. You are urged to carefully review the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our statements. You are urged to carefully review the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our business and operating results, including those made in Part I, Item 1A of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any of those business and operating results, including those made in Part I, Item 1A of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any of those made in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance made in our other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this document. We do not intend, and undertake no on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this document. We do not intend, and undertake no obligation, to publish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this document or to obligation, to publish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this document or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Item 1. Item 1. Business Business General General Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of information technology (“IT”) and the infrastructure that enables the and solutions that address the evolving needs of information technology (“IT”) and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We are driving the innovation proliferation of data in virtually every industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We are driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. data. Founded in 1970 in Santa Ana, California, Western Digital is now a Standard & Poor’s 500 (“S&P 500”) company Founded in 1970 in Santa Ana, California, Western Digital is now a Standard & Poor’s 500 (“S&P 500”) company headquartered in San Jose, California. We have one of the technology industry’s most valuable patent portfolios with headquartered in San Jose, California. We have one of the technology industry’s most valuable patent portfolios with approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide. We have a rich heritage of innovation and operational excellence, a wide range approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide. We have a rich heritage of innovation and operational excellence, a wide range of intellectual property (“IP”) assets and broad research and development (“R&D”) capabilities. The unabated growth in of intellectual property (“IP”) assets and broad research and development (“R&D”) capabilities. The unabated growth in amount, value, and use of data continues, creating a global need for a larger, faster and more capable storage infrastructure. amount, value, and use of data continues, creating a global need for a larger, faster and more capable storage infrastructure. We are a customer-focused organization that has developed deep relationships with industry leaders to continue to deliver We are a customer-focused organization that has developed deep relationships with industry leaders to continue to deliver innovative solutions to help users capture, store and transform data across a boundless range of applications. Wherever data innovative solutions to help users capture, store and transform data across a boundless range of applications. Wherever data needs to be stored and accessed - from consumer devices such as cameras, drones and virtual reality headsets, to the most needs to be stored and accessed - from consumer devices such as cameras, drones and virtual reality headsets, to the most complex data centers - Western Digital is there. We enable cloud, Internet, and social media infrastructure players to build complex data centers - Western Digital is there. We enable cloud, Internet, and social media infrastructure players to build more powerful, cost effective and efficient data centers. We help original equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) address storage more powerful, cost effective and efficient data centers. We help original equipment manufacturers (“OEM”) address storage opportunities and solutions to capture and transform data in myriad devices and edge technologies. We have also built strong opportunities and solutions to capture and transform data in myriad devices and edge technologies. We have also built strong consumer brands with tools to manage fast-accumulating libraries of personal content. consumer brands with tools to manage fast-accumulating libraries of personal content. To increase focus, drive innovation and improve execution, we have recently structured our operations with dedicated To increase focus, drive innovation and improve execution, we have recently structured our operations with dedicated leadership of our two broad categories of technology: hard disk drives (“HDD”), which are based on rotating magnetic leadership of our two broad categories of technology: hard disk drives (“HDD”), which are based on rotating magnetic technology, and flash-based memory (“flash”), which is a semiconductor technology. We continue to transform ourselves to technology, and flash-based memory (“flash”), which is a semiconductor technology. We continue to transform ourselves to address the growth in data by providing what we believe to be the broadest range of storage technologies in the industry with a address the growth in data by providing what we believe to be the broadest range of storage technologies in the industry with a comprehensive product portfolio and global reach. comprehensive product portfolio and global reach. Industry Industry We operate in the data storage industry. The ability to access, store and share data from anywhere on any device is We operate in the data storage industry. The ability to access, store and share data from anywhere on any device is increasingly important to our customers. From the intelligent edge to the cloud, data storage is a fundamental component increasingly important to our customers. From the intelligent edge to the cloud, data storage is a fundamental component underpinning the global technology architecture. Our strengths in innovation and cost leadership, expansive product portfolio underpinning the global technology architecture. Our strengths in innovation and cost leadership, expansive product portfolio and broad routes to market provide a foundation upon which we are solidifying our position as an essential building block of and broad routes to market provide a foundation upon which we are solidifying our position as an essential building block of the digital economy. There’s tremendous market opportunity flowing from the rapid global adoption of the technology the digital economy. There’s tremendous market opportunity flowing from the rapid global adoption of the technology architecture built with cloud infrastructure tied to intelligent endpoints all connected by high performance networks. The value architecture built with cloud infrastructure tied to intelligent endpoints all connected by high performance networks. The value and urgency of data storage at every point across this architecture has never been more clear. and urgency of data storage at every point across this architecture has never been more clear. The growth in computing complexity, cloud computing applications, connected mobile devices and Internet connected The growth in computing complexity, cloud computing applications, connected mobile devices and Internet connected products, and edge devices is driving unabated growth in the volume of digital content to be stored and used. This growth has products, and edge devices is driving unabated growth in the volume of digital content to be stored and used. This growth has led to a creation of new form factors for data storage. The storage industry is increasingly utilizing tiered architectures with led to a creation of new form factors for data storage. The storage industry is increasingly utilizing tiered architectures with HDDs, solid state drives (“SSDs”) and other non-volatile memory-based storage to address an expanding set of uses and HDDs, solid state drives (“SSDs”) and other non-volatile memory-based storage to address an expanding set of uses and applications. We believe our expertise and innovation across both HDD and flash technologies enable us to bring powerful applications. We believe our expertise and innovation across both HDD and flash technologies enable us to bring powerful solutions to a broader range of applications. We continuously monitor the full array of storage technologies, including solutions to a broader range of applications. We continuously monitor the full array of storage technologies, including reviewing these technologies with our customers, to ensure we are appropriately resourced to meet our customers’ storage reviewing these technologies with our customers, to ensure we are appropriately resourced to meet our customers’ storage needs. needs. 4 4 5 5 Competition Competition Our industry is highly competitive. We compete with manufacturers of HDDs and flash-based memory for client devices Our industry is highly competitive. We compete with manufacturers of HDDs and flash-based memory for client devices and solutions, and data center devices and solutions. In HDD, we compete with Seagate Technology plc and Toshiba Electronic and solutions, and data center devices and solutions. In HDD, we compete with Seagate Technology plc and Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation. In flash, we compete with vertically integrated suppliers such as Intel Corporation, Kioxia, Devices & Storage Corporation. In flash, we compete with vertically integrated suppliers such as Intel Corporation, Kioxia, Micron Technology, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SK hynix, Inc., Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., Ltd. and Micron Technology, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SK hynix, Inc., Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., Ltd. and numerous smaller companies that assemble flash into products. numerous smaller companies that assemble flash into products. Business Strategy Business Strategy Our overall strategy is to leverage our innovation, technology and execution capabilities to be an industry-leading and Our overall strategy is to leverage our innovation, technology and execution capabilities to be an industry-leading and broad-based developer, manufacturer and provider of storage devices and solutions that support the infrastructure that has broad-based developer, manufacturer and provider of storage devices and solutions that support the infrastructure that has enabled the unabated proliferation of data. We believe we are the only company in the world with large-scale capabilities to enabled the unabated proliferation of data. We believe we are the only company in the world with large-scale capabilities to develop and manufacture a portfolio of integrated data storage solutions that are based on both HDD and flash memory develop and manufacture a portfolio of integrated data storage solutions that are based on both HDD and flash memory technologies. We strive to successfully execute our strategy through the following foundational elements in order to deliver the technologies. We strive to successfully execute our strategy through the following foundational elements in order to deliver the best outcome for our customers, partners, investors and employees: best outcome for our customers, partners, investors and employees: • • • • • • Innovation and Cost Leadership: We continue to innovate and develop advanced technologies across platforms for Innovation and Cost Leadership: We continue to innovate and develop advanced technologies across platforms for both HDD and flash to deliver timely new products and solutions to meet growing demands for scale, performance and both HDD and flash to deliver timely new products and solutions to meet growing demands for scale, performance and cost efficiency in the market. cost efficiency in the market. Technology Technology Broad Product Portfolio: We leverage our capabilities in firmware, software and systems in both HDD and flash to Broad Product Portfolio: We leverage our capabilities in firmware, software and systems in both HDD and flash to deliver compelling and differentiated integrated storage solutions to our customers that offer the best combinations of deliver compelling and differentiated integrated storage solutions to our customers that offer the best combinations of performance, cost, power consumption, form factor, quality and reliability, while creating new use cases for our performance, cost, power consumption, form factor, quality and reliability, while creating new use cases for our solutions in emerging markets. solutions in emerging markets. Operational Excellence: We are focused on delivering the best value for our customers in data center, client and Operational Excellence: We are focused on delivering the best value for our customers in data center, client and consumer markets through a relentless focus on appropriately scaling our operations across both HDD and flash consumer markets through a relentless focus on appropriately scaling our operations across both HDD and flash technologies to efficiently support business growth, achieving best in class cost, quality and cycle-time, maintaining technologies to efficiently support business growth, achieving best in class cost, quality and cycle-time, maintaining industry leading manufacturing capabilities, and having a competitive advantage in supply-chain management. industry leading manufacturing capabilities, and having a competitive advantage in supply-chain management. Our strategy provides the following benefits, which distinguish us in the dynamic and competitive data storage industry: Our strategy provides the following benefits, which distinguish us in the dynamic and competitive data storage industry: automotive, mobile devices and removable memory devices. automotive, mobile devices and removable memory devices. • • • • • • a broad product portfolio that differentiates us as a leading developer and manufacturer of integrated products and a broad product portfolio that differentiates us as a leading developer and manufacturer of integrated products and solutions based on both HDD and flash, making us a more strategic supply partner to our large-scale customers who solutions based on both HDD and flash, making us a more strategic supply partner to our large-scale customers who have storage needs across the data infrastructure ecosystem; have storage needs across the data infrastructure ecosystem; efficient and flexible manufacturing capabilities, allowing us to leverage our HDD and flash R&D and capital efficient and flexible manufacturing capabilities, allowing us to leverage our HDD and flash R&D and capital expenditures to deliver innovative and cost-effective storage solutions to multiple markets; and expenditures to deliver innovative and cost-effective storage solutions to multiple markets; and deep relationships with industry leaders across the data ecosystems that give us the broadest routes to market. deep relationships with industry leaders across the data ecosystems that give us the broadest routes to market. Our Data Solutions Our Data Solutions We offer a broad line of data solutions to various end markets to meet the evolving storage needs of our customers. We offer a broad line of data solutions to various end markets to meet the evolving storage needs of our customers. product families, resulting in the commonality of components which reduces our exposure to changes in demand, facilitates product families, resulting in the commonality of components which reduces our exposure to changes in demand, facilitates Client Devices. We provide numerous data solutions that we incorporate into our client’s devices, which consist of HDD Client Devices. We provide numerous data solutions that we incorporate into our client’s devices, which consist of HDD and SSD desktop and notebook PCs, smart video systems, gaming consoles and set top boxes, as well as flash-based embedded and SSD desktop and notebook PCs, smart video systems, gaming consoles and set top boxes, as well as flash-based embedded storage products for mobile phones, tablets, notebook PCs and other portable and wearable devices, automotive applications, storage products for mobile phones, tablets, notebook PCs and other portable and wearable devices, automotive applications, Internet of Things, industrial and connected home applications. Our HDDs and SSDs are designed for use in devices requiring Internet of Things, industrial and connected home applications. Our HDDs and SSDs are designed for use in devices requiring high performance, reliability and capacity with various attributes such as low cost per gigabyte (“GB”), quiet acoustics, low high performance, reliability and capacity with various attributes such as low cost per gigabyte (“GB”), quiet acoustics, low power consumption and protection against shocks. power consumption and protection against shocks. 6 6 7 7 Data Center Devices & Solutions. We provide an array of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise Data Center Devices & Solutions. We provide an array of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, and platforms. Our capacity enterprise helium hard drives provide high capacity storage needs and low total cost of SSDs, and platforms. Our capacity enterprise helium hard drives provide high capacity storage needs and low total cost of ownership per GB for the growing cloud data center market. These drives are primarily for use in data storage systems, in tiered ownership per GB for the growing cloud data center market. These drives are primarily for use in data storage systems, in tiered storage models and where data must be stored reliably for years. Our high-performance enterprise class SSDs include high- storage models and where data must be stored reliably for years. Our high-performance enterprise class SSDs include high- performance flash-based SSDs and software solutions that are optimized for performance applications providing a range of performance flash-based SSDs and software solutions that are optimized for performance applications providing a range of capacity and performance levels primarily for use in enterprise servers and supporting high volume on-line transactions, data capacity and performance levels primarily for use in enterprise servers and supporting high volume on-line transactions, data analysis and other enterprise applications. We also provide higher value data storage platforms to the market. analysis and other enterprise applications. We also provide higher value data storage platforms to the market. Client Solutions. We provide consumers with a portfolio of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and Client Solutions. We provide consumers with a portfolio of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based products, which include cards, universal serial bus (“USB”) flash drives and wireless drives, through our removable flash-based products, which include cards, universal serial bus (“USB”) flash drives and wireless drives, through our retail and channel routes to market. Our external HDD storage products in both mobile and desktop form factors provide retail and channel routes to market. Our external HDD storage products in both mobile and desktop form factors provide affordable, high quality, reliable storage for backup and capacity expansion that are designed to keep digital content secure. We affordable, high quality, reliable storage for backup and capacity expansion that are designed to keep digital content secure. We offer client portable SSDs with a range of capacities and performance characteristics to address a broad spectrum of the client offer client portable SSDs with a range of capacities and performance characteristics to address a broad spectrum of the client storage market. Our removable cards are designed primarily for use in consumer devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, storage market. Our removable cards are designed primarily for use in consumer devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, imaging systems, cameras and smart video systems. Our USB flash drives are used in the computing and consumer markets and imaging systems, cameras and smart video systems. Our USB flash drives are used in the computing and consumer markets and are designed for high-performance and reliability. Our wireless drive products allow in-field back up of created content, as well are designed for high-performance and reliability. Our wireless drive products allow in-field back up of created content, as well as wireless streaming of high-definition movies, photos, music and documents to tablets, smartphones and PCs. as wireless streaming of high-definition movies, photos, music and documents to tablets, smartphones and PCs. Hard Disk Drives. HDDs provide non-volatile data storage by recording magnetic information on a rotating disk. We have Hard Disk Drives. HDDs provide non-volatile data storage by recording magnetic information on a rotating disk. We have led the industry in innovation to drive increased areal density and high performance attributes. Our improvements in HDD led the industry in innovation to drive increased areal density and high performance attributes. Our improvements in HDD capacity, which lower product costs over time, have been enabled largely through advancements in magnetic recording head capacity, which lower product costs over time, have been enabled largely through advancements in magnetic recording head and media technologies. We develop and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media used in our and media technologies. We develop and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media used in our HDD products. The recording heads act as the “to brain” of the HDD and require semiconductor production equipment and HDD products. The recording heads act as the “to brain” of the HDD and require semiconductor production equipment and technology to produce them. We invest considerable resources in R&D, manufacturing infrastructure and capital equipment for technology to produce them. We invest considerable resources in R&D, manufacturing infrastructure and capital equipment for recording head and media technology, as well as other aspects of the magnetic recording system such as HDD mechanics, recording head and media technology, as well as other aspects of the magnetic recording system such as HDD mechanics, controller and firmware technology, in order to secure our competitive position and cost structure. controller and firmware technology, in order to secure our competitive position and cost structure. Flash Technologies. Flash based storage products provide non-volatile data storage based on flash technology. We develop Flash Technologies. Flash based storage products provide non-volatile data storage based on flash technology. We develop and manufacture solid state storage products for a variety of applications including enterprise or cloud storage, client storage, and manufacture solid state storage products for a variety of applications including enterprise or cloud storage, client storage, We devote significant research and development resources to the development of highly reliable, high-performance, cost- We devote significant research and development resources to the development of highly reliable, high-performance, cost- effective flash-based technology. Over time, we have successfully developed and commercialized successive generations of 3- effective flash-based technology. Over time, we have successfully developed and commercialized successive generations of 3- dimensional flash technology with increased numbers of storage bits per cell in an increasingly smaller form factor, further dimensional flash technology with increased numbers of storage bits per cell in an increasingly smaller form factor, further driving cost reductions. We began shipping our 5th generation 112-layer BiCS5 products in 2020 and continue to pursue driving cost reductions. We began shipping our 5th generation 112-layer BiCS5 products in 2020 and continue to pursue development of increased-capacity, lower-cost devices. development of increased-capacity, lower-cost devices. We are leveraging our expertise, resources and strategic investments in non-volatile memories to explore a wide spectrum We are leveraging our expertise, resources and strategic investments in non-volatile memories to explore a wide spectrum of persistent memory and storage class memory technologies. We have also initiated, defined and developed standards to meet of persistent memory and storage class memory technologies. We have also initiated, defined and developed standards to meet new market needs and to promote wide acceptance of flash storage standards through interoperability and ease-of-use. new market needs and to promote wide acceptance of flash storage standards through interoperability and ease-of-use. Our products generally leverage a common platform for various products within product families, and in some cases across Our products generally leverage a common platform for various products within product families, and in some cases across inventory management and allows us to achieve lower costs through purchasing economies. This platform strategy also enables inventory management and allows us to achieve lower costs through purchasing economies. This platform strategy also enables our customers to leverage their qualification efforts onto successive product models. our customers to leverage their qualification efforts onto successive product models. Research and Development Research and Development We devote substantial resources to the development of new products and the improvement of existing products. We focus We devote substantial resources to the development of new products and the improvement of existing products. We focus our engineering efforts on coordinating our product design and manufacturing processes to bring our products to market in a our engineering efforts on coordinating our product design and manufacturing processes to bring our products to market in a cost-effective and timely manner. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report cost-effective and timely manner. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. on Form 10-K. Competition Competition Business Strategy Business Strategy Our industry is highly competitive. We compete with manufacturers of HDDs and flash-based memory for client devices Our industry is highly competitive. We compete with manufacturers of HDDs and flash-based memory for client devices and solutions, and data center devices and solutions. In HDD, we compete with Seagate Technology plc and Toshiba Electronic and solutions, and data center devices and solutions. In HDD, we compete with Seagate Technology plc and Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation. In flash, we compete with vertically integrated suppliers such as Intel Corporation, Kioxia, Devices & Storage Corporation. In flash, we compete with vertically integrated suppliers such as Intel Corporation, Kioxia, Micron Technology, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SK hynix, Inc., Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., Ltd. and Micron Technology, Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SK hynix, Inc., Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., Ltd. and numerous smaller companies that assemble flash into products. numerous smaller companies that assemble flash into products. Our overall strategy is to leverage our innovation, technology and execution capabilities to be an industry-leading and Our overall strategy is to leverage our innovation, technology and execution capabilities to be an industry-leading and broad-based developer, manufacturer and provider of storage devices and solutions that support the infrastructure that has broad-based developer, manufacturer and provider of storage devices and solutions that support the infrastructure that has enabled the unabated proliferation of data. We believe we are the only company in the world with large-scale capabilities to enabled the unabated proliferation of data. We believe we are the only company in the world with large-scale capabilities to develop and manufacture a portfolio of integrated data storage solutions that are based on both HDD and flash memory develop and manufacture a portfolio of integrated data storage solutions that are based on both HDD and flash memory technologies. We strive to successfully execute our strategy through the following foundational elements in order to deliver the technologies. We strive to successfully execute our strategy through the following foundational elements in order to deliver the best outcome for our customers, partners, investors and employees: best outcome for our customers, partners, investors and employees: Data Center Devices & Solutions. We provide an array of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise Data Center Devices & Solutions. We provide an array of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, and platforms. Our capacity enterprise helium hard drives provide high capacity storage needs and low total cost of SSDs, and platforms. Our capacity enterprise helium hard drives provide high capacity storage needs and low total cost of ownership per GB for the growing cloud data center market. These drives are primarily for use in data storage systems, in tiered ownership per GB for the growing cloud data center market. These drives are primarily for use in data storage systems, in tiered storage models and where data must be stored reliably for years. Our high-performance enterprise class SSDs include high- storage models and where data must be stored reliably for years. Our high-performance enterprise class SSDs include high- performance flash-based SSDs and software solutions that are optimized for performance applications providing a range of performance flash-based SSDs and software solutions that are optimized for performance applications providing a range of capacity and performance levels primarily for use in enterprise servers and supporting high volume on-line transactions, data capacity and performance levels primarily for use in enterprise servers and supporting high volume on-line transactions, data analysis and other enterprise applications. We also provide higher value data storage platforms to the market. analysis and other enterprise applications. We also provide higher value data storage platforms to the market. Client Solutions. We provide consumers with a portfolio of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and Client Solutions. We provide consumers with a portfolio of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based products, which include cards, universal serial bus (“USB”) flash drives and wireless drives, through our removable flash-based products, which include cards, universal serial bus (“USB”) flash drives and wireless drives, through our retail and channel routes to market. Our external HDD storage products in both mobile and desktop form factors provide retail and channel routes to market. Our external HDD storage products in both mobile and desktop form factors provide affordable, high quality, reliable storage for backup and capacity expansion that are designed to keep digital content secure. We affordable, high quality, reliable storage for backup and capacity expansion that are designed to keep digital content secure. We offer client portable SSDs with a range of capacities and performance characteristics to address a broad spectrum of the client offer client portable SSDs with a range of capacities and performance characteristics to address a broad spectrum of the client storage market. Our removable cards are designed primarily for use in consumer devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, storage market. Our removable cards are designed primarily for use in consumer devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, imaging systems, cameras and smart video systems. Our USB flash drives are used in the computing and consumer markets and imaging systems, cameras and smart video systems. Our USB flash drives are used in the computing and consumer markets and are designed for high-performance and reliability. Our wireless drive products allow in-field back up of created content, as well are designed for high-performance and reliability. Our wireless drive products allow in-field back up of created content, as well as wireless streaming of high-definition movies, photos, music and documents to tablets, smartphones and PCs. as wireless streaming of high-definition movies, photos, music and documents to tablets, smartphones and PCs. Innovation and Cost Leadership: We continue to innovate and develop advanced technologies across platforms for Innovation and Cost Leadership: We continue to innovate and develop advanced technologies across platforms for both HDD and flash to deliver timely new products and solutions to meet growing demands for scale, performance and both HDD and flash to deliver timely new products and solutions to meet growing demands for scale, performance and Technology Technology cost efficiency in the market. cost efficiency in the market. Hard Disk Drives. HDDs provide non-volatile data storage by recording magnetic information on a rotating disk. We have Hard Disk Drives. HDDs provide non-volatile data storage by recording magnetic information on a rotating disk. We have led the industry in innovation to drive increased areal density and high performance attributes. Our improvements in HDD led the industry in innovation to drive increased areal density and high performance attributes. Our improvements in HDD capacity, which lower product costs over time, have been enabled largely through advancements in magnetic recording head capacity, which lower product costs over time, have been enabled largely through advancements in magnetic recording head and media technologies. We develop and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media used in our and media technologies. We develop and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media used in our HDD products. The recording heads act as the “to brain” of the HDD and require semiconductor production equipment and HDD products. The recording heads act as the “to brain” of the HDD and require semiconductor production equipment and technology to produce them. We invest considerable resources in R&D, manufacturing infrastructure and capital equipment for technology to produce them. We invest considerable resources in R&D, manufacturing infrastructure and capital equipment for recording head and media technology, as well as other aspects of the magnetic recording system such as HDD mechanics, recording head and media technology, as well as other aspects of the magnetic recording system such as HDD mechanics, controller and firmware technology, in order to secure our competitive position and cost structure. controller and firmware technology, in order to secure our competitive position and cost structure. Flash Technologies. Flash based storage products provide non-volatile data storage based on flash technology. We develop Flash Technologies. Flash based storage products provide non-volatile data storage based on flash technology. We develop and manufacture solid state storage products for a variety of applications including enterprise or cloud storage, client storage, and manufacture solid state storage products for a variety of applications including enterprise or cloud storage, client storage, automotive, mobile devices and removable memory devices. automotive, mobile devices and removable memory devices. We devote significant research and development resources to the development of highly reliable, high-performance, cost- We devote significant research and development resources to the development of highly reliable, high-performance, cost- effective flash-based technology. Over time, we have successfully developed and commercialized successive generations of 3- effective flash-based technology. Over time, we have successfully developed and commercialized successive generations of 3- dimensional flash technology with increased numbers of storage bits per cell in an increasingly smaller form factor, further dimensional flash technology with increased numbers of storage bits per cell in an increasingly smaller form factor, further driving cost reductions. We began shipping our 5th generation 112-layer BiCS5 products in 2020 and continue to pursue driving cost reductions. We began shipping our 5th generation 112-layer BiCS5 products in 2020 and continue to pursue development of increased-capacity, lower-cost devices. development of increased-capacity, lower-cost devices. We are leveraging our expertise, resources and strategic investments in non-volatile memories to explore a wide spectrum We are leveraging our expertise, resources and strategic investments in non-volatile memories to explore a wide spectrum of persistent memory and storage class memory technologies. We have also initiated, defined and developed standards to meet of persistent memory and storage class memory technologies. We have also initiated, defined and developed standards to meet new market needs and to promote wide acceptance of flash storage standards through interoperability and ease-of-use. new market needs and to promote wide acceptance of flash storage standards through interoperability and ease-of-use. Our products generally leverage a common platform for various products within product families, and in some cases across Our products generally leverage a common platform for various products within product families, and in some cases across product families, resulting in the commonality of components which reduces our exposure to changes in demand, facilitates product families, resulting in the commonality of components which reduces our exposure to changes in demand, facilitates inventory management and allows us to achieve lower costs through purchasing economies. This platform strategy also enables inventory management and allows us to achieve lower costs through purchasing economies. This platform strategy also enables our customers to leverage their qualification efforts onto successive product models. our customers to leverage their qualification efforts onto successive product models. storage products for mobile phones, tablets, notebook PCs and other portable and wearable devices, automotive applications, storage products for mobile phones, tablets, notebook PCs and other portable and wearable devices, automotive applications, Research and Development Research and Development We devote substantial resources to the development of new products and the improvement of existing products. We focus We devote substantial resources to the development of new products and the improvement of existing products. We focus our engineering efforts on coordinating our product design and manufacturing processes to bring our products to market in a our engineering efforts on coordinating our product design and manufacturing processes to bring our products to market in a cost-effective and timely manner. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report cost-effective and timely manner. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. on Form 10-K. 6 6 7 7 • • • • • • • • • • Broad Product Portfolio: We leverage our capabilities in firmware, software and systems in both HDD and flash to Broad Product Portfolio: We leverage our capabilities in firmware, software and systems in both HDD and flash to deliver compelling and differentiated integrated storage solutions to our customers that offer the best combinations of deliver compelling and differentiated integrated storage solutions to our customers that offer the best combinations of performance, cost, power consumption, form factor, quality and reliability, while creating new use cases for our performance, cost, power consumption, form factor, quality and reliability, while creating new use cases for our solutions in emerging markets. solutions in emerging markets. • • Operational Excellence: We are focused on delivering the best value for our customers in data center, client and Operational Excellence: We are focused on delivering the best value for our customers in data center, client and consumer markets through a relentless focus on appropriately scaling our operations across both HDD and flash consumer markets through a relentless focus on appropriately scaling our operations across both HDD and flash technologies to efficiently support business growth, achieving best in class cost, quality and cycle-time, maintaining technologies to efficiently support business growth, achieving best in class cost, quality and cycle-time, maintaining industry leading manufacturing capabilities, and having a competitive advantage in supply-chain management. industry leading manufacturing capabilities, and having a competitive advantage in supply-chain management. Our strategy provides the following benefits, which distinguish us in the dynamic and competitive data storage industry: Our strategy provides the following benefits, which distinguish us in the dynamic and competitive data storage industry: a broad product portfolio that differentiates us as a leading developer and manufacturer of integrated products and a broad product portfolio that differentiates us as a leading developer and manufacturer of integrated products and solutions based on both HDD and flash, making us a more strategic supply partner to our large-scale customers who solutions based on both HDD and flash, making us a more strategic supply partner to our large-scale customers who have storage needs across the data infrastructure ecosystem; have storage needs across the data infrastructure ecosystem; efficient and flexible manufacturing capabilities, allowing us to leverage our HDD and flash R&D and capital efficient and flexible manufacturing capabilities, allowing us to leverage our HDD and flash R&D and capital expenditures to deliver innovative and cost-effective storage solutions to multiple markets; and expenditures to deliver innovative and cost-effective storage solutions to multiple markets; and deep relationships with industry leaders across the data ecosystems that give us the broadest routes to market. deep relationships with industry leaders across the data ecosystems that give us the broadest routes to market. Our Data Solutions Our Data Solutions We offer a broad line of data solutions to various end markets to meet the evolving storage needs of our customers. We offer a broad line of data solutions to various end markets to meet the evolving storage needs of our customers. Client Devices. We provide numerous data solutions that we incorporate into our client’s devices, which consist of HDD Client Devices. We provide numerous data solutions that we incorporate into our client’s devices, which consist of HDD and SSD desktop and notebook PCs, smart video systems, gaming consoles and set top boxes, as well as flash-based embedded and SSD desktop and notebook PCs, smart video systems, gaming consoles and set top boxes, as well as flash-based embedded Internet of Things, industrial and connected home applications. Our HDDs and SSDs are designed for use in devices requiring Internet of Things, industrial and connected home applications. Our HDDs and SSDs are designed for use in devices requiring high performance, reliability and capacity with various attributes such as low cost per gigabyte (“GB”), quiet acoustics, low high performance, reliability and capacity with various attributes such as low cost per gigabyte (“GB”), quiet acoustics, low power consumption and protection against shocks. power consumption and protection against shocks. We and Kioxia currently operate three business ventures in 300-millimeter flash-based manufacturing facilities in Japan, We and Kioxia currently operate three business ventures in 300-millimeter flash-based manufacturing facilities in Japan, which provide us leading-edge, cost-competitive flash-based memory wafers for our end products. Through Flash Partners Ltd., which provide us leading-edge, cost-competitive flash-based memory wafers for our end products. Through Flash Partners Ltd., development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers using semiconductor manufacturing equipment owned or leased development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers using semiconductor manufacturing equipment owned or leased by each of the Flash Venture entities. We hold a 49.9% ownership position in each of the Flash Venture entities. Each Flash by each of the Flash Venture entities. We hold a 49.9% ownership position in each of the Flash Venture entities. Each Flash Venture entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to us and Kioxia at cost plus a small mark-up. Venture entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to us and Kioxia at cost plus a small mark-up. We are obligated to take our share of the output from these ventures or pay for variable costs incurred in producing our share of We are obligated to take our share of the output from these ventures or pay for variable costs incurred in producing our share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on our three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on our three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, we are obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output we choose Ventures’ output. In addition, we are obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output we choose to purchase. We are also obligated to fund 49.9% to 50% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that to purchase. We are also obligated to fund 49.9% to 50% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that the Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. We co-develop flash technologies the Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. We co-develop flash technologies (including process technology and memory design) with Kioxia and contribute IP for Flash Ventures’ use. (including process technology and memory design) with Kioxia and contribute IP for Flash Ventures’ use. The agreements governing the operations of the Flash Venture entities also set out a framework for any investment by the The agreements governing the operations of the Flash Venture entities also set out a framework for any investment by the joint venture partners in flash manufacturing capacity. Since its inception, Flash Ventures’ primary manufacturing site has been joint venture partners in flash manufacturing capacity. Since its inception, Flash Ventures’ primary manufacturing site has been located in Yokkaichi, Japan. The Yokkaichi site, which is owned and operated by Kioxia, currently includes five wafer located in Yokkaichi, Japan. The Yokkaichi site, which is owned and operated by Kioxia, currently includes five wafer fabrication facilities. We have jointly invested, and intend to continue to jointly invest, with Kioxia in manufacturing equipment fabrication facilities. We have jointly invested, and intend to continue to jointly invest, with Kioxia in manufacturing equipment for the Yokkaichi fabrication facilities. We also entered into additional agreements to extend Flash Ventures to a wafer for the Yokkaichi fabrication facilities. We also entered into additional agreements to extend Flash Ventures to a wafer subsidiary of Kioxia. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash- subsidiary of Kioxia. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash- based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. In October 2020, Kioxia announced the start of construction of the shell for a based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. In October 2020, Kioxia announced the start of construction of the shell for a new fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, referred to as “Y7”. We expect to continue Flash Ventures investments into Y7 in new fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, referred to as “Y7”. We expect to continue Flash Ventures investments into Y7 in due course, following the completion of agreements with Kioxia governing the construction and operation of the new facility due course, following the completion of agreements with Kioxia governing the construction and operation of the new facility and according to prevailing market trends. and according to prevailing market trends. For a discussion of risks associated with our business ventures with Kioxia, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this For a discussion of risks associated with our business ventures with Kioxia, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. Materials and Supplies Materials and Supplies HDD consists primarily of recording heads, magnetic media, controllers and firmware, and a printed circuit board HDD consists primarily of recording heads, magnetic media, controllers and firmware, and a printed circuit board assembly. We design and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media required for our products. As assembly. We design and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media required for our products. As recording head and magnetic media technologies developed by other manufacturers. We depend on an external supply base for recording head and magnetic media technologies developed by other manufacturers. We depend on an external supply base for all remaining components and materials for use in our HDD product design, manufacturing, and testing. We believe the use of all remaining components and materials for use in our HDD product design, manufacturing, and testing. We believe the use of our in-house manufacturing, assembly and test facilities provides the controls necessary to provide the demanding capabilities, our in-house manufacturing, assembly and test facilities provides the controls necessary to provide the demanding capabilities, performance and reliability our customers require. performance and reliability our customers require. Our flash-based products consist of flash memory, controllers and firmware and other components. Substantially all of our Our flash-based products consist of flash memory, controllers and firmware and other components. Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by our business ventures with Kioxia. Controllers are primarily designed in-house and flash-based memory is supplied by our business ventures with Kioxia. Controllers are primarily designed in-house and manufactured by third-party foundries or acquired from third-party suppliers. We believe the use of our in-house assembly and manufactured by third-party foundries or acquired from third-party suppliers. We believe the use of our in-house assembly and Patents, Licenses and Proprietary Information Patents, Licenses and Proprietary Information We rely on a combination of patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secret laws, confidentiality procedures and licensing We rely on a combination of patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secret laws, confidentiality procedures and licensing Flash Alliance Ltd., and Flash Forward Ltd., which we collectively refer to as Flash Ventures, we and Kioxia collaborate in the Flash Alliance Ltd., and Flash Forward Ltd., which we collectively refer to as Flash Ventures, we and Kioxia collaborate in the arrangements to protect our IP rights. arrangements to protect our IP rights. We have approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide and have many patent applications in process. We continually We have approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide and have many patent applications in process. We continually seek additional United States (“U.S.”) and international patents on our technology. We believe that, although our active patents seek additional United States (“U.S.”) and international patents on our technology. We believe that, although our active patents and patent applications have considerable value, the successful manufacturing and marketing of our products also depends upon and patent applications have considerable value, the successful manufacturing and marketing of our products also depends upon the technical and managerial competence of our staff. Accordingly, the patents held and applied for cannot alone ensure our the technical and managerial competence of our staff. Accordingly, the patents held and applied for cannot alone ensure our future success. future success. In addition to patent protection of certain IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be In addition to patent protection of certain IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. We believe that our non-patented IP, particularly some of our process technology, is an important proprietary and confidential. We believe that our non-patented IP, particularly some of our process technology, is an important factor in our success. We rely upon non-disclosure agreements, contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to factor in our success. We rely upon non-disclosure agreements, contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to protect our proprietary information. Despite these safeguards, there is a risk that competitors may obtain and use such protect our proprietary information. Despite these safeguards, there is a risk that competitors may obtain and use such information. The laws of foreign jurisdictions in which we conduct business may provide less protection for confidential information. The laws of foreign jurisdictions in which we conduct business may provide less protection for confidential information than the laws of the U.S. information than the laws of the U.S. We rely on certain technology that we license from other parties to manufacture and sell our products. We believe that we We rely on certain technology that we license from other parties to manufacture and sell our products. We believe that we fabrication facility known as “K1”. Located in Kitakami, Japan, K1 is operated by Kioxia Iwate Corporation, a wholly owned fabrication facility known as “K1”. Located in Kitakami, Japan, K1 is operated by Kioxia Iwate Corporation, a wholly owned have adequate cross-licenses and other agreements in place in addition to our own IP portfolio to compete successfully in the have adequate cross-licenses and other agreements in place in addition to our own IP portfolio to compete successfully in the storage industry. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. storage industry. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Manufacturing Manufacturing We believe that we have significant know-how, unique product manufacturing processes, test and tooling, execution skills, We believe that we have significant know-how, unique product manufacturing processes, test and tooling, execution skills, human resources and training to continue to be successful and to grow our manufacturing operations as necessary. We strive to human resources and training to continue to be successful and to grow our manufacturing operations as necessary. We strive to maintain manufacturing flexibility, high manufacturing yields, reliable products and high-quality components. The critical maintain manufacturing flexibility, high manufacturing yields, reliable products and high-quality components. The critical elements of our production of HDD and flash-based products are high-volume and utilization, low-cost assembly and testing, elements of our production of HDD and flash-based products are high-volume and utilization, low-cost assembly and testing, strict adherence to quality metrics and maintaining close relationships with our strategic component suppliers to access best-in- strict adherence to quality metrics and maintaining close relationships with our strategic component suppliers to access best-in- class technology and manufacturing capacity. We continually monitor our manufacturing capabilities to respond to the class technology and manufacturing capacity. We continually monitor our manufacturing capabilities to respond to the changing requirements of our customers and maintain our competitiveness and position as a data technology leader. changing requirements of our customers and maintain our competitiveness and position as a data technology leader. HDD and flash-based product manufacturing are complex processes involving the production and assembly of precision HDD and flash-based product manufacturing are complex processes involving the production and assembly of precision a result, we are more dependent upon our own development and execution efforts for these components and less reliant on a result, we are more dependent upon our own development and execution efforts for these components and less reliant on components with narrow tolerances and rigorous testing. The manufacturing processes involve a number of steps that are components with narrow tolerances and rigorous testing. The manufacturing processes involve a number of steps that are dependent on each other and occur in “clean room” environments that demand skill in process engineering and efficient space dependent on each other and occur in “clean room” environments that demand skill in process engineering and efficient space utilization to control the operating costs of these manufacturing environments. We continually evaluate our manufacturing utilization to control the operating costs of these manufacturing environments. We continually evaluate our manufacturing processes in an effort to increase productivity, sustain and improve quality and decrease manufacturing costs. We continually processes in an effort to increase productivity, sustain and improve quality and decrease manufacturing costs. We continually evaluate which steps in the manufacturing process would benefit from automation and how automated manufacturing processes evaluate which steps in the manufacturing process would benefit from automation and how automated manufacturing processes can improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. We also leverage contract manufacturers when strategically can improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. We also leverage contract manufacturers when strategically advantageous. advantageous. Our vertically integrated, in-house assembly and test operations for our HDD products are concentrated in Prachinburi and Our vertically integrated, in-house assembly and test operations for our HDD products are concentrated in Prachinburi and test facilities, as well as contract manufacturers, provides flexibility and gives us access to increased production capacity. We test facilities, as well as contract manufacturers, provides flexibility and gives us access to increased production capacity. We Bang Pa-In, Thailand, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Sarawak, Malaysia, Laguna, Philippines, Shenzhen, China, San Jose and Bang Pa-In, Thailand, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Sarawak, Malaysia, Laguna, Philippines, Shenzhen, China, San Jose and Fremont, CA, USA. Fremont, CA, USA. controllers. controllers. have developed deep relationships with these vendors and Kioxia to establish continuous supply of flash-based memory and have developed deep relationships with these vendors and Kioxia to establish continuous supply of flash-based memory and Ventures with Kioxia Ventures with Kioxia We generally retain multiple suppliers for our component requirements but, for business or technology reasons, we source We generally retain multiple suppliers for our component requirements but, for business or technology reasons, we source some of our components from a limited number of sole or single source providers. For a discussion of associated risks, see some of our components from a limited number of sole or single source providers. For a discussion of associated risks, see Substantially all of our flash-based supply requirements for our flash-based products is obtained from our ventures with Substantially all of our flash-based supply requirements for our flash-based products is obtained from our ventures with Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Kioxia, which provide us with leading-edge, high-quality and low-cost flash memory wafers. While substantially all of our Kioxia, which provide us with leading-edge, high-quality and low-cost flash memory wafers. While substantially all of our flash memory supply utilized for our products is purchased from these ventures, from time-to-time, we also purchase flash flash memory supply utilized for our products is purchased from these ventures, from time-to-time, we also purchase flash memory from other flash manufacturers. While we do not unilaterally control the operations of our ventures with Kioxia, we memory from other flash manufacturers. While we do not unilaterally control the operations of our ventures with Kioxia, we believe that our business venture relationship with Kioxia helps us reduce product costs, increases our ability to control the believe that our business venture relationship with Kioxia helps us reduce product costs, increases our ability to control the quality of our products and speeds delivery of our products to our customers. Our business ventures with Kioxia are located quality of our products and speeds delivery of our products to our customers. Our business ventures with Kioxia are located primarily in Yokkaichi, Japan, and our in-house assembly and test operations located in Shanghai, China and Penang, Malaysia. primarily in Yokkaichi, Japan, and our in-house assembly and test operations located in Shanghai, China and Penang, Malaysia. Sales and Distribution Sales and Distribution We maintain sales offices in selected parts of the world including the major geographies of the Americas, Asia Pacific, We maintain sales offices in selected parts of the world including the major geographies of the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. Our international sales, which include sales to foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies but do not Europe and the Middle East. Our international sales, which include sales to foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies but do not include sales to U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies, represented 78%, 72% and 78% of our net revenue for 2021, 2020 and include sales to U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies, represented 78%, 72% and 78% of our net revenue for 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Sales to international customers are subject to certain risks not normally encountered in domestic operations, 2019, respectively. Sales to international customers are subject to certain risks not normally encountered in domestic operations, including exposure to tariffs and various trade regulations. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk including exposure to tariffs and various trade regulations. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 8 8 9 9 Patents, Licenses and Proprietary Information Patents, Licenses and Proprietary Information We rely on a combination of patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secret laws, confidentiality procedures and licensing We rely on a combination of patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secret laws, confidentiality procedures and licensing arrangements to protect our IP rights. arrangements to protect our IP rights. We have approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide and have many patent applications in process. We continually We have approximately 13,700 active patents worldwide and have many patent applications in process. We continually seek additional United States (“U.S.”) and international patents on our technology. We believe that, although our active patents seek additional United States (“U.S.”) and international patents on our technology. We believe that, although our active patents and patent applications have considerable value, the successful manufacturing and marketing of our products also depends upon and patent applications have considerable value, the successful manufacturing and marketing of our products also depends upon the technical and managerial competence of our staff. Accordingly, the patents held and applied for cannot alone ensure our the technical and managerial competence of our staff. Accordingly, the patents held and applied for cannot alone ensure our future success. future success. In addition to patent protection of certain IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be In addition to patent protection of certain IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. We believe that our non-patented IP, particularly some of our process technology, is an important proprietary and confidential. We believe that our non-patented IP, particularly some of our process technology, is an important factor in our success. We rely upon non-disclosure agreements, contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to factor in our success. We rely upon non-disclosure agreements, contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to protect our proprietary information. Despite these safeguards, there is a risk that competitors may obtain and use such protect our proprietary information. Despite these safeguards, there is a risk that competitors may obtain and use such information. The laws of foreign jurisdictions in which we conduct business may provide less protection for confidential information. The laws of foreign jurisdictions in which we conduct business may provide less protection for confidential information than the laws of the U.S. information than the laws of the U.S. We rely on certain technology that we license from other parties to manufacture and sell our products. We believe that we We rely on certain technology that we license from other parties to manufacture and sell our products. We believe that we have adequate cross-licenses and other agreements in place in addition to our own IP portfolio to compete successfully in the have adequate cross-licenses and other agreements in place in addition to our own IP portfolio to compete successfully in the storage industry. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. storage industry. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Manufacturing Manufacturing We and Kioxia currently operate three business ventures in 300-millimeter flash-based manufacturing facilities in Japan, We and Kioxia currently operate three business ventures in 300-millimeter flash-based manufacturing facilities in Japan, which provide us leading-edge, cost-competitive flash-based memory wafers for our end products. Through Flash Partners Ltd., which provide us leading-edge, cost-competitive flash-based memory wafers for our end products. Through Flash Partners Ltd., Flash Alliance Ltd., and Flash Forward Ltd., which we collectively refer to as Flash Ventures, we and Kioxia collaborate in the Flash Alliance Ltd., and Flash Forward Ltd., which we collectively refer to as Flash Ventures, we and Kioxia collaborate in the development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers using semiconductor manufacturing equipment owned or leased development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers using semiconductor manufacturing equipment owned or leased by each of the Flash Venture entities. We hold a 49.9% ownership position in each of the Flash Venture entities. Each Flash by each of the Flash Venture entities. We hold a 49.9% ownership position in each of the Flash Venture entities. Each Flash Venture entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to us and Kioxia at cost plus a small mark-up. Venture entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to us and Kioxia at cost plus a small mark-up. We are obligated to take our share of the output from these ventures or pay for variable costs incurred in producing our share of We are obligated to take our share of the output from these ventures or pay for variable costs incurred in producing our share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on our three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on our three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, we are obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output we choose Ventures’ output. In addition, we are obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output we choose to purchase. We are also obligated to fund 49.9% to 50% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that to purchase. We are also obligated to fund 49.9% to 50% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that the Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. We co-develop flash technologies the Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. We co-develop flash technologies (including process technology and memory design) with Kioxia and contribute IP for Flash Ventures’ use. (including process technology and memory design) with Kioxia and contribute IP for Flash Ventures’ use. The agreements governing the operations of the Flash Venture entities also set out a framework for any investment by the The agreements governing the operations of the Flash Venture entities also set out a framework for any investment by the joint venture partners in flash manufacturing capacity. Since its inception, Flash Ventures’ primary manufacturing site has been joint venture partners in flash manufacturing capacity. Since its inception, Flash Ventures’ primary manufacturing site has been located in Yokkaichi, Japan. The Yokkaichi site, which is owned and operated by Kioxia, currently includes five wafer located in Yokkaichi, Japan. The Yokkaichi site, which is owned and operated by Kioxia, currently includes five wafer fabrication facilities. We have jointly invested, and intend to continue to jointly invest, with Kioxia in manufacturing equipment fabrication facilities. We have jointly invested, and intend to continue to jointly invest, with Kioxia in manufacturing equipment for the Yokkaichi fabrication facilities. We also entered into additional agreements to extend Flash Ventures to a wafer for the Yokkaichi fabrication facilities. We also entered into additional agreements to extend Flash Ventures to a wafer fabrication facility known as “K1”. Located in Kitakami, Japan, K1 is operated by Kioxia Iwate Corporation, a wholly owned fabrication facility known as “K1”. Located in Kitakami, Japan, K1 is operated by Kioxia Iwate Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kioxia. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash- subsidiary of Kioxia. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash- based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. In October 2020, Kioxia announced the start of construction of the shell for a based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. In October 2020, Kioxia announced the start of construction of the shell for a new fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, referred to as “Y7”. We expect to continue Flash Ventures investments into Y7 in new fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, referred to as “Y7”. We expect to continue Flash Ventures investments into Y7 in due course, following the completion of agreements with Kioxia governing the construction and operation of the new facility due course, following the completion of agreements with Kioxia governing the construction and operation of the new facility and according to prevailing market trends. and according to prevailing market trends. We believe that we have significant know-how, unique product manufacturing processes, test and tooling, execution skills, We believe that we have significant know-how, unique product manufacturing processes, test and tooling, execution skills, human resources and training to continue to be successful and to grow our manufacturing operations as necessary. We strive to human resources and training to continue to be successful and to grow our manufacturing operations as necessary. We strive to For a discussion of risks associated with our business ventures with Kioxia, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this For a discussion of risks associated with our business ventures with Kioxia, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this maintain manufacturing flexibility, high manufacturing yields, reliable products and high-quality components. The critical maintain manufacturing flexibility, high manufacturing yields, reliable products and high-quality components. The critical Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. elements of our production of HDD and flash-based products are high-volume and utilization, low-cost assembly and testing, elements of our production of HDD and flash-based products are high-volume and utilization, low-cost assembly and testing, strict adherence to quality metrics and maintaining close relationships with our strategic component suppliers to access best-in- strict adherence to quality metrics and maintaining close relationships with our strategic component suppliers to access best-in- Materials and Supplies Materials and Supplies class technology and manufacturing capacity. We continually monitor our manufacturing capabilities to respond to the class technology and manufacturing capacity. We continually monitor our manufacturing capabilities to respond to the changing requirements of our customers and maintain our competitiveness and position as a data technology leader. changing requirements of our customers and maintain our competitiveness and position as a data technology leader. HDD and flash-based product manufacturing are complex processes involving the production and assembly of precision HDD and flash-based product manufacturing are complex processes involving the production and assembly of precision components with narrow tolerances and rigorous testing. The manufacturing processes involve a number of steps that are components with narrow tolerances and rigorous testing. The manufacturing processes involve a number of steps that are dependent on each other and occur in “clean room” environments that demand skill in process engineering and efficient space dependent on each other and occur in “clean room” environments that demand skill in process engineering and efficient space utilization to control the operating costs of these manufacturing environments. We continually evaluate our manufacturing utilization to control the operating costs of these manufacturing environments. We continually evaluate our manufacturing processes in an effort to increase productivity, sustain and improve quality and decrease manufacturing costs. We continually processes in an effort to increase productivity, sustain and improve quality and decrease manufacturing costs. We continually evaluate which steps in the manufacturing process would benefit from automation and how automated manufacturing processes evaluate which steps in the manufacturing process would benefit from automation and how automated manufacturing processes can improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. We also leverage contract manufacturers when strategically can improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs. We also leverage contract manufacturers when strategically Our vertically integrated, in-house assembly and test operations for our HDD products are concentrated in Prachinburi and Our vertically integrated, in-house assembly and test operations for our HDD products are concentrated in Prachinburi and Bang Pa-In, Thailand, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Sarawak, Malaysia, Laguna, Philippines, Shenzhen, China, San Jose and Bang Pa-In, Thailand, Penang, Johor Bahru, and Sarawak, Malaysia, Laguna, Philippines, Shenzhen, China, San Jose and advantageous. advantageous. Fremont, CA, USA. Fremont, CA, USA. Ventures with Kioxia Ventures with Kioxia Substantially all of our flash-based supply requirements for our flash-based products is obtained from our ventures with Substantially all of our flash-based supply requirements for our flash-based products is obtained from our ventures with Kioxia, which provide us with leading-edge, high-quality and low-cost flash memory wafers. While substantially all of our Kioxia, which provide us with leading-edge, high-quality and low-cost flash memory wafers. While substantially all of our flash memory supply utilized for our products is purchased from these ventures, from time-to-time, we also purchase flash flash memory supply utilized for our products is purchased from these ventures, from time-to-time, we also purchase flash memory from other flash manufacturers. While we do not unilaterally control the operations of our ventures with Kioxia, we memory from other flash manufacturers. While we do not unilaterally control the operations of our ventures with Kioxia, we believe that our business venture relationship with Kioxia helps us reduce product costs, increases our ability to control the believe that our business venture relationship with Kioxia helps us reduce product costs, increases our ability to control the quality of our products and speeds delivery of our products to our customers. Our business ventures with Kioxia are located quality of our products and speeds delivery of our products to our customers. Our business ventures with Kioxia are located primarily in Yokkaichi, Japan, and our in-house assembly and test operations located in Shanghai, China and Penang, Malaysia. primarily in Yokkaichi, Japan, and our in-house assembly and test operations located in Shanghai, China and Penang, Malaysia. HDD consists primarily of recording heads, magnetic media, controllers and firmware, and a printed circuit board HDD consists primarily of recording heads, magnetic media, controllers and firmware, and a printed circuit board assembly. We design and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media required for our products. As assembly. We design and manufacture substantially all of the recording heads and magnetic media required for our products. As a result, we are more dependent upon our own development and execution efforts for these components and less reliant on a result, we are more dependent upon our own development and execution efforts for these components and less reliant on recording head and magnetic media technologies developed by other manufacturers. We depend on an external supply base for recording head and magnetic media technologies developed by other manufacturers. We depend on an external supply base for all remaining components and materials for use in our HDD product design, manufacturing, and testing. We believe the use of all remaining components and materials for use in our HDD product design, manufacturing, and testing. We believe the use of our in-house manufacturing, assembly and test facilities provides the controls necessary to provide the demanding capabilities, our in-house manufacturing, assembly and test facilities provides the controls necessary to provide the demanding capabilities, performance and reliability our customers require. performance and reliability our customers require. Our flash-based products consist of flash memory, controllers and firmware and other components. Substantially all of our Our flash-based products consist of flash memory, controllers and firmware and other components. Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by our business ventures with Kioxia. Controllers are primarily designed in-house and flash-based memory is supplied by our business ventures with Kioxia. Controllers are primarily designed in-house and manufactured by third-party foundries or acquired from third-party suppliers. We believe the use of our in-house assembly and manufactured by third-party foundries or acquired from third-party suppliers. We believe the use of our in-house assembly and test facilities, as well as contract manufacturers, provides flexibility and gives us access to increased production capacity. We test facilities, as well as contract manufacturers, provides flexibility and gives us access to increased production capacity. We have developed deep relationships with these vendors and Kioxia to establish continuous supply of flash-based memory and have developed deep relationships with these vendors and Kioxia to establish continuous supply of flash-based memory and controllers. controllers. We generally retain multiple suppliers for our component requirements but, for business or technology reasons, we source We generally retain multiple suppliers for our component requirements but, for business or technology reasons, we source some of our components from a limited number of sole or single source providers. For a discussion of associated risks, see some of our components from a limited number of sole or single source providers. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Sales and Distribution Sales and Distribution We maintain sales offices in selected parts of the world including the major geographies of the Americas, Asia Pacific, We maintain sales offices in selected parts of the world including the major geographies of the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. Our international sales, which include sales to foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies but do not Europe and the Middle East. Our international sales, which include sales to foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies but do not include sales to U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies, represented 78%, 72% and 78% of our net revenue for 2021, 2020 and include sales to U.S. subsidiaries of foreign companies, represented 78%, 72% and 78% of our net revenue for 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Sales to international customers are subject to certain risks not normally encountered in domestic operations, 2019, respectively. Sales to international customers are subject to certain risks not normally encountered in domestic operations, including exposure to tariffs and various trade regulations. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk including exposure to tariffs and various trade regulations. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 8 8 9 9 We perform our marketing and advertising functions internally and through outside firms utilizing both consumer media We perform our marketing and advertising functions internally and through outside firms utilizing both consumer media and trade publications targeting various reseller and end-user markets. We also maintain customer relationships through direct and trade publications targeting various reseller and end-user markets. We also maintain customer relationships through direct communication and by providing information and support through our website. In accordance with standard storage industry communication and by providing information and support through our website. In accordance with standard storage industry practice, we provide distributors and retailers with limited price protection and programs under which we reimburse certain practice, we provide distributors and retailers with limited price protection and programs under which we reimburse certain marketing expenditures. We also provide distributors, resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. While these marketing expenditures. We also provide distributors, resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. While these groups of customers make up our end markets, some of these customers cross into multiple groups. We define these customers groups of customers make up our end markets, some of these customers cross into multiple groups. We define these customers as follows: as follows: Human Capital Management Human Capital Management Our approximately 65,600 employees worldwide are our most valuable resource. We believe we can achieve the best Our approximately 65,600 employees worldwide are our most valuable resource. We believe we can achieve the best business outcomes by empowering our diverse and talented employees to make an impact together. We are committed to an business outcomes by empowering our diverse and talented employees to make an impact together. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our technology leadership across our broad product inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our technology leadership across our broad product portfolio and operational excellence to deliver value for our customers. The Compensation and Talent Committee of our Board portfolio and operational excellence to deliver value for our customers. The Compensation and Talent Committee of our Board of Directors is responsible for providing Board-level oversight and reviews our human capital management programs and of Directors is responsible for providing Board-level oversight and reviews our human capital management programs and initiatives, focusing on our culture, talent development, retention and equity, inclusion and diversity. Our global workforce is initiatives, focusing on our culture, talent development, retention and equity, inclusion and diversity. Our global workforce is Original Equipment Manufacturers. OEMs purchase our products either directly or through a contract manufacturer such Original Equipment Manufacturers. OEMs purchase our products either directly or through a contract manufacturer such based in the following geographic regions: based in the following geographic regions: as an original design manufacturer (“ODM”) and assemble them into the devices they build and market under their own brands. as an original design manufacturer (“ODM”) and assemble them into the devices they build and market under their own brands. This category extends beyond traditional IT manufacturers and includes manufacturers that incorporate data and storage into This category extends beyond traditional IT manufacturers and includes manufacturers that incorporate data and storage into their own products across a spectrum of applications, including gaming and personal devices, automotive, industrial and their own products across a spectrum of applications, including gaming and personal devices, automotive, industrial and connected home applications. OEMs typically seek to qualify two or more providers for each generation of products and connected home applications. OEMs typically seek to qualify two or more providers for each generation of products and generally will purchase products from those vendors for the life of that product. Many of our OEM customers utilize just-in- generally will purchase products from those vendors for the life of that product. Many of our OEM customers utilize just-in- time inventory management processes. As a result, for certain OEMs, we maintain a base stock of finished goods inventory in time inventory management processes. As a result, for certain OEMs, we maintain a base stock of finished goods inventory in facilities located near or adjacent to the OEM’s operations. In addition, we sell flash storage solutions directly to customers that facilities located near or adjacent to the OEM’s operations. In addition, we sell flash storage solutions directly to customers that offer our products under their own brand name in the retail market, which we also classify as OEMs. offer our products under their own brand name in the retail market, which we also classify as OEMs. Cloud. A large and growing customer base are those who integrate our storage solutions to provide services to other Cloud. A large and growing customer base are those who integrate our storage solutions to provide services to other companies and end users primarily through the cloud. This customer base includes hyper-scale users that utilize our storage companies and end users primarily through the cloud. This customer base includes hyper-scale users that utilize our storage solutions to provide cloud-based services and infrastructure including IT services, social media, gaming, streaming media, solutions to provide cloud-based services and infrastructure including IT services, social media, gaming, streaming media, advertising, cryptocurrency, research and other services to an ever-increasing market. This group of customers purchase either advertising, cryptocurrency, research and other services to an ever-increasing market. This group of customers purchase either directly, through an integrator, an ODM, an OEM or a combination of channels. directly, through an integrator, an ODM, an OEM or a combination of channels. Distributors. We use a broad group of distributors to sell our products to non-direct customers such as small computer and Distributors. We use a broad group of distributors to sell our products to non-direct customers such as small computer and consumer electronics manufacturers, dealers, value-added resellers, systems integrators, and other resellers. Distributors consumer electronics manufacturers, dealers, value-added resellers, systems integrators, and other resellers. Distributors generally enter into non-exclusive agreements with us for the purchase and redistribution of our products in specific territories. generally enter into non-exclusive agreements with us for the purchase and redistribution of our products in specific territories. Retailers. We sell our branded products directly to a select group of major retailers such as computer superstores, Retailers. We sell our branded products directly to a select group of major retailers such as computer superstores, warehouse clubs, online retailers and computer electronics stores, and authorize sales through distributors to smaller retailers. warehouse clubs, online retailers and computer electronics stores, and authorize sales through distributors to smaller retailers. The retail channel complements our other sales channels while helping to build brand awareness for us and our products. We The retail channel complements our other sales channels while helping to build brand awareness for us and our products. We also sell our branded products through our websites. also sell our branded products through our websites. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. U.S. and are planning to roll out the training globally. U.S. and are planning to roll out the training globally. Seasonality Seasonality We have historically experienced seasonal fluctuations in our business with higher levels of demand in the first and second We have historically experienced seasonal fluctuations in our business with higher levels of demand in the first and second quarters of our fiscal year as a result of increased customer spending. Seasonality can also be impacted by the growth in quarters of our fiscal year as a result of increased customer spending. Seasonality can also be impacted by the growth in emerging markets and macroeconomic conditions. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this emerging markets and macroeconomic conditions. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. Service and Warranty Service and Warranty We generally warrant our newly manufactured products against defects in materials and workmanship from one to five We generally warrant our newly manufactured products against defects in materials and workmanship from one to five years from the date of sale depending on the type of product, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to years from the date of sale depending on the type of product, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten years or more. Our warranty obligation is generally limited to repair or replacement. We have engaged third parties in ten years or more. Our warranty obligation is generally limited to repair or replacement. We have engaged third parties in various countries in multiple regions to provide various levels of testing, processing, or recertification of returned products for various countries in multiple regions to provide various levels of testing, processing, or recertification of returned products for our customers. For additional information regarding our service and warranty policy, see Part II, Item 8, Note 1, Organization our customers. For additional information regarding our service and warranty policy, see Part II, Item 8, Note 1, Organization and Basis of Presentation, and Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial and Basis of Presentation, and Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Region Region Primary Functions Primary Functions Approximate # of Employees Approximate # of Employees Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Israel and Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Israel and Sales, marketing, R&D and engineering Sales, marketing, R&D and engineering Manufacturing, engineering Manufacturing, engineering Engineering, manufacturing, R&D, shared Engineering, manufacturing, R&D, shared services, sales and marketing services, sales and marketing 54,200 54,200 8,000 8,000 3,400 3,400 Asia Pacific Asia Pacific The Americas The Americas India India Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity starts at the top, where half of the Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity starts at the top, where half of the members of our highly skilled and diverse Board of Directors are women. In fiscal year 2021, women represented 25.7% of our members of our highly skilled and diverse Board of Directors are women. In fiscal year 2021, women represented 25.7% of our management positions and 22.2% of our technical staff. Additionally, members of racially or ethnically diverse groups, such as management positions and 22.2% of our technical staff. Additionally, members of racially or ethnically diverse groups, such as Asian, Black/African American or Hispanic/Latinx, represented 57.6% of our U.S. management positions. For additional detail Asian, Black/African American or Hispanic/Latinx, represented 57.6% of our U.S. management positions. For additional detail about our workforce in fiscal 2021, including data about employee hiring, turnover, and demographics, we encourage you to about our workforce in fiscal 2021, including data about employee hiring, turnover, and demographics, we encourage you to review our upcoming 2021 Sustainability Report. Our 2020 Sustainability Report and 2021 ESG Data Download are currently review our upcoming 2021 Sustainability Report. Our 2020 Sustainability Report and 2021 ESG Data Download are currently available on our corporate website. Nothing on our website, including our Sustainability Reports, ESG Data Downloads or available on our corporate website. Nothing on our website, including our Sustainability Reports, ESG Data Downloads or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report on Form 10-K. sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report on Form 10-K. We are striving to increase representation of women and members of underrepresented communities in our global We are striving to increase representation of women and members of underrepresented communities in our global workforce and particularly in leadership and technical roles. workforce and particularly in leadership and technical roles. As part of our diversity efforts, we have delivered unconscious bias training to hundreds of leaders, equipping them to lead As part of our diversity efforts, we have delivered unconscious bias training to hundreds of leaders, equipping them to lead inclusively and identify unconscious bias. We also rolled out a required employee self-directed unconscious bias training in the inclusively and identify unconscious bias. We also rolled out a required employee self-directed unconscious bias training in the Compensation and Benefits. We provide our employees competitive compensation consisting of base salary, cash short- Compensation and Benefits. We provide our employees competitive compensation consisting of base salary, cash short- term incentives and equity-based long-term incentives for certain employees. We also offer a competitive benefit package that term incentives and equity-based long-term incentives for certain employees. We also offer a competitive benefit package that includes sick time and paid time off. We believe people should be paid for what they do and how they do it, regardless of their includes sick time and paid time off. We believe people should be paid for what they do and how they do it, regardless of their gender, race, or other personal characteristics. To fulfill that commitment, we benchmark pay using technology market data, set gender, race, or other personal characteristics. To fulfill that commitment, we benchmark pay using technology market data, set pay ranges based on market data and consider factors such as an employee’s role and experience, the location of their job, and pay ranges based on market data and consider factors such as an employee’s role and experience, the location of their job, and their performance. We regularly review our compensation practices, both in terms of our overall workforce and individual their performance. We regularly review our compensation practices, both in terms of our overall workforce and individual employees, to ensure our pay is fair and equitable. We also monitor the competitiveness of our compensation and benefits to employees, to ensure our pay is fair and equitable. We also monitor the competitiveness of our compensation and benefits to ensure that we remain an employer of choice in light of intense global competition for talent in the technology sector. ensure that we remain an employer of choice in light of intense global competition for talent in the technology sector. To further ensure consistent and fair pay practices, we have conducted pay equity reviews of our U.S. employees since To further ensure consistent and fair pay practices, we have conducted pay equity reviews of our U.S. employees since 2017, using a reputable third-party expert. If our review identifies any unexplainable pay gaps, we take action to remedy them. 2017, using a reputable third-party expert. If our review identifies any unexplainable pay gaps, we take action to remedy them. In fiscal year 2021, we expanded our annual pay review to include two international sites, and in fiscal year 2022, we will In fiscal year 2021, we expanded our annual pay review to include two international sites, and in fiscal year 2022, we will further expand to ensure we have a comprehensive global review. We plan to publish more information about our fiscal year further expand to ensure we have a comprehensive global review. We plan to publish more information about our fiscal year 2021 U.S. pay equity analysis in our forthcoming 2021 Sustainability Report, which we will publish on our corporate website. 2021 U.S. pay equity analysis in our forthcoming 2021 Sustainability Report, which we will publish on our corporate website. Talent Attraction and Development. We have targeted recruitment strategies and innovative development and advancement Talent Attraction and Development. We have targeted recruitment strategies and innovative development and advancement programs to meet our objective to attract, retain and develop a diverse and talented workforce. Our management team is programs to meet our objective to attract, retain and develop a diverse and talented workforce. Our management team is committed to diverse interview panels and diverse candidate slates for open positions at the director-level and above. We have committed to diverse interview panels and diverse candidate slates for open positions at the director-level and above. We have relationships with diversity-focused student organizations and programs at our target universities for recruitment and are relationships with diversity-focused student organizations and programs at our target universities for recruitment and are exploring new relationships with colleges that graduate significant percentages of underrepresented students. We implemented a exploring new relationships with colleges that graduate significant percentages of underrepresented students. We implemented a global, multi-week program to develop leadership capabilities in high-potential women to accelerate their advancement. We global, multi-week program to develop leadership capabilities in high-potential women to accelerate their advancement. We also sponsor and participate in various conferences and summits focused on developing our pipeline of underrepresented talent. also sponsor and participate in various conferences and summits focused on developing our pipeline of underrepresented talent. Our Business Resource Group community includes seven active groups, each with an executive sponsor, and supports our Our Business Resource Group community includes seven active groups, each with an executive sponsor, and supports our 10 10 11 11 We perform our marketing and advertising functions internally and through outside firms utilizing both consumer media We perform our marketing and advertising functions internally and through outside firms utilizing both consumer media Human Capital Management Human Capital Management and trade publications targeting various reseller and end-user markets. We also maintain customer relationships through direct and trade publications targeting various reseller and end-user markets. We also maintain customer relationships through direct communication and by providing information and support through our website. In accordance with standard storage industry communication and by providing information and support through our website. In accordance with standard storage industry practice, we provide distributors and retailers with limited price protection and programs under which we reimburse certain practice, we provide distributors and retailers with limited price protection and programs under which we reimburse certain marketing expenditures. We also provide distributors, resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. While these marketing expenditures. We also provide distributors, resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. While these groups of customers make up our end markets, some of these customers cross into multiple groups. We define these customers groups of customers make up our end markets, some of these customers cross into multiple groups. We define these customers as follows: as follows: Original Equipment Manufacturers. OEMs purchase our products either directly or through a contract manufacturer such Original Equipment Manufacturers. OEMs purchase our products either directly or through a contract manufacturer such as an original design manufacturer (“ODM”) and assemble them into the devices they build and market under their own brands. as an original design manufacturer (“ODM”) and assemble them into the devices they build and market under their own brands. This category extends beyond traditional IT manufacturers and includes manufacturers that incorporate data and storage into This category extends beyond traditional IT manufacturers and includes manufacturers that incorporate data and storage into their own products across a spectrum of applications, including gaming and personal devices, automotive, industrial and their own products across a spectrum of applications, including gaming and personal devices, automotive, industrial and connected home applications. OEMs typically seek to qualify two or more providers for each generation of products and connected home applications. OEMs typically seek to qualify two or more providers for each generation of products and generally will purchase products from those vendors for the life of that product. Many of our OEM customers utilize just-in- generally will purchase products from those vendors for the life of that product. Many of our OEM customers utilize just-in- time inventory management processes. As a result, for certain OEMs, we maintain a base stock of finished goods inventory in time inventory management processes. As a result, for certain OEMs, we maintain a base stock of finished goods inventory in facilities located near or adjacent to the OEM’s operations. In addition, we sell flash storage solutions directly to customers that facilities located near or adjacent to the OEM’s operations. In addition, we sell flash storage solutions directly to customers that offer our products under their own brand name in the retail market, which we also classify as OEMs. offer our products under their own brand name in the retail market, which we also classify as OEMs. Cloud. A large and growing customer base are those who integrate our storage solutions to provide services to other Cloud. A large and growing customer base are those who integrate our storage solutions to provide services to other companies and end users primarily through the cloud. This customer base includes hyper-scale users that utilize our storage companies and end users primarily through the cloud. This customer base includes hyper-scale users that utilize our storage solutions to provide cloud-based services and infrastructure including IT services, social media, gaming, streaming media, solutions to provide cloud-based services and infrastructure including IT services, social media, gaming, streaming media, advertising, cryptocurrency, research and other services to an ever-increasing market. This group of customers purchase either advertising, cryptocurrency, research and other services to an ever-increasing market. This group of customers purchase either directly, through an integrator, an ODM, an OEM or a combination of channels. directly, through an integrator, an ODM, an OEM or a combination of channels. Distributors. We use a broad group of distributors to sell our products to non-direct customers such as small computer and Distributors. We use a broad group of distributors to sell our products to non-direct customers such as small computer and consumer electronics manufacturers, dealers, value-added resellers, systems integrators, and other resellers. Distributors consumer electronics manufacturers, dealers, value-added resellers, systems integrators, and other resellers. Distributors generally enter into non-exclusive agreements with us for the purchase and redistribution of our products in specific territories. generally enter into non-exclusive agreements with us for the purchase and redistribution of our products in specific territories. Retailers. We sell our branded products directly to a select group of major retailers such as computer superstores, Retailers. We sell our branded products directly to a select group of major retailers such as computer superstores, warehouse clubs, online retailers and computer electronics stores, and authorize sales through distributors to smaller retailers. warehouse clubs, online retailers and computer electronics stores, and authorize sales through distributors to smaller retailers. The retail channel complements our other sales channels while helping to build brand awareness for us and our products. We The retail channel complements our other sales channels while helping to build brand awareness for us and our products. We also sell our branded products through our websites. also sell our branded products through our websites. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. We have historically experienced seasonal fluctuations in our business with higher levels of demand in the first and second We have historically experienced seasonal fluctuations in our business with higher levels of demand in the first and second quarters of our fiscal year as a result of increased customer spending. Seasonality can also be impacted by the growth in quarters of our fiscal year as a result of increased customer spending. Seasonality can also be impacted by the growth in emerging markets and macroeconomic conditions. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this emerging markets and macroeconomic conditions. For a discussion of associated risks, see Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Seasonality Seasonality Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. Service and Warranty Service and Warranty We generally warrant our newly manufactured products against defects in materials and workmanship from one to five We generally warrant our newly manufactured products against defects in materials and workmanship from one to five years from the date of sale depending on the type of product, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to years from the date of sale depending on the type of product, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten years or more. Our warranty obligation is generally limited to repair or replacement. We have engaged third parties in ten years or more. Our warranty obligation is generally limited to repair or replacement. We have engaged third parties in various countries in multiple regions to provide various levels of testing, processing, or recertification of returned products for various countries in multiple regions to provide various levels of testing, processing, or recertification of returned products for our customers. For additional information regarding our service and warranty policy, see Part II, Item 8, Note 1, Organization our customers. For additional information regarding our service and warranty policy, see Part II, Item 8, Note 1, Organization and Basis of Presentation, and Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial and Basis of Presentation, and Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our approximately 65,600 employees worldwide are our most valuable resource. We believe we can achieve the best Our approximately 65,600 employees worldwide are our most valuable resource. We believe we can achieve the best business outcomes by empowering our diverse and talented employees to make an impact together. We are committed to an business outcomes by empowering our diverse and talented employees to make an impact together. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our technology leadership across our broad product inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our technology leadership across our broad product portfolio and operational excellence to deliver value for our customers. The Compensation and Talent Committee of our Board portfolio and operational excellence to deliver value for our customers. The Compensation and Talent Committee of our Board of Directors is responsible for providing Board-level oversight and reviews our human capital management programs and of Directors is responsible for providing Board-level oversight and reviews our human capital management programs and initiatives, focusing on our culture, talent development, retention and equity, inclusion and diversity. Our global workforce is initiatives, focusing on our culture, talent development, retention and equity, inclusion and diversity. Our global workforce is based in the following geographic regions: based in the following geographic regions: Region Region Primary Functions Primary Functions Approximate # of Employees Approximate # of Employees Asia Pacific Asia Pacific The Americas The Americas Manufacturing, engineering Manufacturing, engineering Engineering, manufacturing, R&D, shared Engineering, manufacturing, R&D, shared services, sales and marketing services, sales and marketing Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Israel and Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Israel and India India Sales, marketing, R&D and engineering Sales, marketing, R&D and engineering 54,200 54,200 8,000 8,000 3,400 3,400 Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity starts at the top, where half of the Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity starts at the top, where half of the members of our highly skilled and diverse Board of Directors are women. In fiscal year 2021, women represented 25.7% of our members of our highly skilled and diverse Board of Directors are women. In fiscal year 2021, women represented 25.7% of our management positions and 22.2% of our technical staff. Additionally, members of racially or ethnically diverse groups, such as management positions and 22.2% of our technical staff. Additionally, members of racially or ethnically diverse groups, such as Asian, Black/African American or Hispanic/Latinx, represented 57.6% of our U.S. management positions. For additional detail Asian, Black/African American or Hispanic/Latinx, represented 57.6% of our U.S. management positions. For additional detail about our workforce in fiscal 2021, including data about employee hiring, turnover, and demographics, we encourage you to about our workforce in fiscal 2021, including data about employee hiring, turnover, and demographics, we encourage you to review our upcoming 2021 Sustainability Report. Our 2020 Sustainability Report and 2021 ESG Data Download are currently review our upcoming 2021 Sustainability Report. Our 2020 Sustainability Report and 2021 ESG Data Download are currently available on our corporate website. Nothing on our website, including our Sustainability Reports, ESG Data Downloads or available on our corporate website. Nothing on our website, including our Sustainability Reports, ESG Data Downloads or sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report on Form 10-K. sections thereof, shall be deemed incorporated by reference into this Annual Report on Form 10-K. We are striving to increase representation of women and members of underrepresented communities in our global We are striving to increase representation of women and members of underrepresented communities in our global workforce and particularly in leadership and technical roles. workforce and particularly in leadership and technical roles. As part of our diversity efforts, we have delivered unconscious bias training to hundreds of leaders, equipping them to lead As part of our diversity efforts, we have delivered unconscious bias training to hundreds of leaders, equipping them to lead inclusively and identify unconscious bias. We also rolled out a required employee self-directed unconscious bias training in the inclusively and identify unconscious bias. We also rolled out a required employee self-directed unconscious bias training in the U.S. and are planning to roll out the training globally. U.S. and are planning to roll out the training globally. Compensation and Benefits. We provide our employees competitive compensation consisting of base salary, cash short- Compensation and Benefits. We provide our employees competitive compensation consisting of base salary, cash short- term incentives and equity-based long-term incentives for certain employees. We also offer a competitive benefit package that term incentives and equity-based long-term incentives for certain employees. We also offer a competitive benefit package that includes sick time and paid time off. We believe people should be paid for what they do and how they do it, regardless of their includes sick time and paid time off. We believe people should be paid for what they do and how they do it, regardless of their gender, race, or other personal characteristics. To fulfill that commitment, we benchmark pay using technology market data, set gender, race, or other personal characteristics. To fulfill that commitment, we benchmark pay using technology market data, set pay ranges based on market data and consider factors such as an employee’s role and experience, the location of their job, and pay ranges based on market data and consider factors such as an employee’s role and experience, the location of their job, and their performance. We regularly review our compensation practices, both in terms of our overall workforce and individual their performance. We regularly review our compensation practices, both in terms of our overall workforce and individual employees, to ensure our pay is fair and equitable. We also monitor the competitiveness of our compensation and benefits to employees, to ensure our pay is fair and equitable. We also monitor the competitiveness of our compensation and benefits to ensure that we remain an employer of choice in light of intense global competition for talent in the technology sector. ensure that we remain an employer of choice in light of intense global competition for talent in the technology sector. To further ensure consistent and fair pay practices, we have conducted pay equity reviews of our U.S. employees since To further ensure consistent and fair pay practices, we have conducted pay equity reviews of our U.S. employees since 2017, using a reputable third-party expert. If our review identifies any unexplainable pay gaps, we take action to remedy them. 2017, using a reputable third-party expert. If our review identifies any unexplainable pay gaps, we take action to remedy them. In fiscal year 2021, we expanded our annual pay review to include two international sites, and in fiscal year 2022, we will In fiscal year 2021, we expanded our annual pay review to include two international sites, and in fiscal year 2022, we will further expand to ensure we have a comprehensive global review. We plan to publish more information about our fiscal year further expand to ensure we have a comprehensive global review. We plan to publish more information about our fiscal year 2021 U.S. pay equity analysis in our forthcoming 2021 Sustainability Report, which we will publish on our corporate website. 2021 U.S. pay equity analysis in our forthcoming 2021 Sustainability Report, which we will publish on our corporate website. Talent Attraction and Development. We have targeted recruitment strategies and innovative development and advancement Talent Attraction and Development. We have targeted recruitment strategies and innovative development and advancement programs to meet our objective to attract, retain and develop a diverse and talented workforce. Our management team is programs to meet our objective to attract, retain and develop a diverse and talented workforce. Our management team is committed to diverse interview panels and diverse candidate slates for open positions at the director-level and above. We have committed to diverse interview panels and diverse candidate slates for open positions at the director-level and above. We have relationships with diversity-focused student organizations and programs at our target universities for recruitment and are relationships with diversity-focused student organizations and programs at our target universities for recruitment and are exploring new relationships with colleges that graduate significant percentages of underrepresented students. We implemented a exploring new relationships with colleges that graduate significant percentages of underrepresented students. We implemented a global, multi-week program to develop leadership capabilities in high-potential women to accelerate their advancement. We global, multi-week program to develop leadership capabilities in high-potential women to accelerate their advancement. We also sponsor and participate in various conferences and summits focused on developing our pipeline of underrepresented talent. also sponsor and participate in various conferences and summits focused on developing our pipeline of underrepresented talent. Our Business Resource Group community includes seven active groups, each with an executive sponsor, and supports our Our Business Resource Group community includes seven active groups, each with an executive sponsor, and supports our 10 10 11 11 diverse workforce, including our female, Black, Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ employees, as well as Veterans and future diverse workforce, including our female, Black, Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ employees, as well as Veterans and future leaders. leaders. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Turnover rates indicate the health of our workforce culture, and we monitor these metrics carefully in support of our Turnover rates indicate the health of our workforce culture, and we monitor these metrics carefully in support of our business strategy and execution. We are proud that our worldwide voluntary turnover rate in fiscal year 2021 was 9.2%, which business strategy and execution. We are proud that our worldwide voluntary turnover rate in fiscal year 2021 was 9.2%, which was below the industry average of 13.8%. was below the industry average of 13.8%. Employee Engagement and Culture. In fiscal year 2021, we implemented a continuous employee listening platform to Employee Engagement and Culture. In fiscal year 2021, we implemented a continuous employee listening platform to collect feedback to better understand and improve the employee experience and identify opportunities to strengthen employee collect feedback to better understand and improve the employee experience and identify opportunities to strengthen employee engagement. Our inaugural survey had a 92% employee participation rate and identified key strengths including that employees engagement. Our inaugural survey had a 92% employee participation rate and identified key strengths including that employees felt that their work was meaningful, that they felt a sense of belonging at the company and that they were excited about our felt that their work was meaningful, that they felt a sense of belonging at the company and that they were excited about our future. future. To promote our 11 global culture attributes, including inclusion and integrity, we designated approximately 100 culture To promote our 11 global culture attributes, including inclusion and integrity, we designated approximately 100 culture internal communications, and employee resource groups. internal communications, and employee resource groups. advocates representing our employees around the world and 20 culture champions selected by members of our executive advocates representing our employees around the world and 20 culture champions selected by members of our executive leadership team to represent our culture attributes at the leadership level. With the support of our culture advocates and leadership team to represent our culture attributes at the leadership level. With the support of our culture advocates and champions, our business leaders and employees have been embracing the attributes and bringing them to life. champions, our business leaders and employees have been embracing the attributes and bringing them to life. In 2021, we were named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute, our third year in a row In 2021, we were named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute, our third year in a row achieving that distinction, which reflects our culture of ethics. Our Global Code of Conduct is a unifying guide anchored in our achieving that distinction, which reflects our culture of ethics. Our Global Code of Conduct is a unifying guide anchored in our core values and our ethical and legal obligations. It is available to our workforce in 11 languages. We also provide core values and our ethical and legal obligations. It is available to our workforce in 11 languages. We also provide comprehensive annual training on key compliance topics and our Global Code of Conduct to our worldwide workforce, from comprehensive annual training on key compliance topics and our Global Code of Conduct to our worldwide workforce, from our factory employees to our executive leadership team. our factory employees to our executive leadership team. Health, Safety and Wellness. The physical health, financial well-being, life balance and mental health of our employees are Health, Safety and Wellness. The physical health, financial well-being, life balance and mental health of our employees are vital to our success. We sponsor global wellness programs designed to enhance physical, financial, and mental well-being for vital to our success. We sponsor global wellness programs designed to enhance physical, financial, and mental well-being for all our employees around the world. We offer locally appropriate medical, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. We all our employees around the world. We offer locally appropriate medical, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. We provide 12 weeks of paid time off for all new parents in the U.S. We offer an employee assistance program to our employees in provide 12 weeks of paid time off for all new parents in the U.S. We offer an employee assistance program to our employees in several countries, which provides confidential counseling for support with a wide range of personal issues and concerns at no several countries, which provides confidential counseling for support with a wide range of personal issues and concerns at no cost. We are expanding this program to cover all employees globally in fiscal year 2022. Throughout the year, we encourage cost. We are expanding this program to cover all employees globally in fiscal year 2022. Throughout the year, we encourage healthy behaviors through regular communications, podcasts, educational sessions, wellness challenges, and other incentives. healthy behaviors through regular communications, podcasts, educational sessions, wellness challenges, and other incentives. Our manufacturing facilities continue to present our most significant health and safety risks, due to higher potential for Our manufacturing facilities continue to present our most significant health and safety risks, due to higher potential for exposure to chemicals, infectious diseases, hazardous substances and machinery-related hazards. Managing and reducing risks exposure to chemicals, infectious diseases, hazardous substances and machinery-related hazards. Managing and reducing risks at these facilities remains a focus, and a specific health and safety assessment is performed at each of our sites. We also use an at these facilities remains a focus, and a specific health and safety assessment is performed at each of our sites. We also use an integrated management system to manage health and safety standards. integrated management system to manage health and safety standards. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly implemented robust safety measures, including adoption of personal In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly implemented robust safety measures, including adoption of personal protective equipment for our workforce, enhanced sanitation and social distancing practices, work from home policies, contact protective equipment for our workforce, enhanced sanitation and social distancing practices, work from home policies, contact tracing and temperature screening at our sites. As the number of COVID-19 cases decline and vaccination rates have increased, tracing and temperature screening at our sites. As the number of COVID-19 cases decline and vaccination rates have increased, we have been welcoming employees who transitioned to working from home during the pandemic back to the office, based on we have been welcoming employees who transitioned to working from home during the pandemic back to the office, based on an evaluation of local conditions and regulations. We have provided our workforce with locally relevant information about the an evaluation of local conditions and regulations. We have provided our workforce with locally relevant information about the pandemic, including how employees can get vaccinated, and we continue to follow guidance from governmental authorities and pandemic, including how employees can get vaccinated, and we continue to follow guidance from governmental authorities and health officials everywhere we operate. In locations where vaccines are not readily available, we have organized vaccine drives health officials everywhere we operate. In locations where vaccines are not readily available, we have organized vaccine drives for our employees and their dependents. for our employees and their dependents. We believe responsible and sustainable business practices support our long-term success. As a company, we are deeply We believe responsible and sustainable business practices support our long-term success. As a company, we are deeply committed to protecting and supporting our people, our environment, and our communities. That commitment is reflected committed to protecting and supporting our people, our environment, and our communities. That commitment is reflected through sustainability-focused initiatives as well as day-to-day activities, including our adoption of sustainability-focused through sustainability-focused initiatives as well as day-to-day activities, including our adoption of sustainability-focused policies and procedures, our publicly-recognized focus on fostering an inclusive workplace, our constant drive toward more policies and procedures, our publicly-recognized focus on fostering an inclusive workplace, our constant drive toward more efficient use of materials and energy, our careful and active management of our supply chain, our community-focused efficient use of materials and energy, our careful and active management of our supply chain, our community-focused volunteerism programs and philanthropic initiatives, and our impactful, globally-integrated ethics and compliance program. volunteerism programs and philanthropic initiatives, and our impactful, globally-integrated ethics and compliance program. • We seek to protect the human rights and civil liberties of our employees through policies, procedures, and programs • We seek to protect the human rights and civil liberties of our employees through policies, procedures, and programs that avoid risks of compulsory and child labor, both within our company and throughout our supply chain. that avoid risks of compulsory and child labor, both within our company and throughout our supply chain. • We foster a workplace of dignity, respect, diversity, and inclusion through our recruiting and advancement practices, • We foster a workplace of dignity, respect, diversity, and inclusion through our recruiting and advancement practices, • We educate our employees annually on relevant ethics and compliance topics, publish accessible guidance on ethical • We educate our employees annually on relevant ethics and compliance topics, publish accessible guidance on ethical issues and related company resources in our Global Code of Conduct, and encourage reporting of ethical concerns issues and related company resources in our Global Code of Conduct, and encourage reporting of ethical concerns through any of several global and local reporting channels. through any of several global and local reporting channels. • We support local communities throughout the world, focusing on hunger relief, environmental quality, and STEM • We support local communities throughout the world, focusing on hunger relief, environmental quality, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, especially for underrepresented and underprivileged youth. (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, especially for underrepresented and underprivileged youth. • We utilize a robust integrated management system, with associated policies and procedures, to evaluate and manage • We utilize a robust integrated management system, with associated policies and procedures, to evaluate and manage occupational health and safety risks, environmental compliance, and chemical and hazardous substance risks. occupational health and safety risks, environmental compliance, and chemical and hazardous substance risks. • We work to minimize our impacts on the environment through emissions reduction targets and other initiatives and to • We work to minimize our impacts on the environment through emissions reduction targets and other initiatives and to evaluate and enhance our climate resiliency. evaluate and enhance our climate resiliency. • We innovate to reduce the energy used by our products, the energy used to manufacture them, and the amount of new • We innovate to reduce the energy used by our products, the energy used to manufacture them, and the amount of new materials required to manufacture them. materials required to manufacture them. • We continue to proactively protect the health and safety of our employees through a phased return-to-site plan based • We continue to proactively protect the health and safety of our employees through a phased return-to-site plan based on local guidance and global best practices, by encouraging employees to get vaccinated, including through vaccine on local guidance and global best practices, by encouraging employees to get vaccinated, including through vaccine drives in India, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines and by providing paid leave for employees impacted by drives in India, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines and by providing paid leave for employees impacted by COVID-19. COVID-19. Available Information Available Information We maintain an Internet website at www.wdc.com. The information on our website is not incorporated in this Annual We maintain an Internet website at www.wdc.com. The information on our website is not incorporated in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and Report on Form 10-K. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and amendments to reports filed or furnished pursuant to Sections 13(a) and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amendments to reports filed or furnished pursuant to Sections 13(a) and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, are available on our website at www.wdc.com, free of charge, as soon as reasonably practicable after the electronic amended, are available on our website at www.wdc.com, free of charge, as soon as reasonably practicable after the electronic filing of these reports with, or furnishing of these reports to, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The SEC filing of these reports with, or furnishing of these reports to, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The SEC maintains a website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding maintains a website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC, including us. issuers that file electronically with the SEC, including us. Government Regulation Government Regulation Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1A. Risk Factors Our worldwide business activities are subject to various laws, rules, and regulations of the United States as well as of Our worldwide business activities are subject to various laws, rules, and regulations of the United States as well as of Our business can be affected by a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause material harm to our actual Our business can be affected by a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause material harm to our actual foreign governments. Compliance with these laws, rules, and regulations has not had a material effect upon our capital foreign governments. Compliance with these laws, rules, and regulations has not had a material effect upon our capital expenditures, results of operations, or competitive position. Nevertheless, compliance with existing or future governmental expenditures, results of operations, or competitive position. Nevertheless, compliance with existing or future governmental regulations, including, but not limited to, those pertaining to global trade, the environment, consumer and data protection, regulations, including, but not limited to, those pertaining to global trade, the environment, consumer and data protection, employee health and safety, and taxes, could have a material impact on our business in subsequent periods. Refer to “Item 1A. employee health and safety, and taxes, could have a material impact on our business in subsequent periods. Refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors” for a discussion of these potential impacts. Risk Factors” for a discussion of these potential impacts. operating results and financial condition. The risks discussed below are not the only ones facing our business, but represent operating results and financial condition. The risks discussed below are not the only ones facing our business, but represent risks that we believe are material to us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may risks that we believe are material to us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also negatively affect our business. also negatively affect our business. 12 12 13 13 diverse workforce, including our female, Black, Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ employees, as well as Veterans and future diverse workforce, including our female, Black, Hispanic/Latinx and LGBTQ employees, as well as Veterans and future Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability leaders. leaders. future. future. Turnover rates indicate the health of our workforce culture, and we monitor these metrics carefully in support of our Turnover rates indicate the health of our workforce culture, and we monitor these metrics carefully in support of our business strategy and execution. We are proud that our worldwide voluntary turnover rate in fiscal year 2021 was 9.2%, which business strategy and execution. We are proud that our worldwide voluntary turnover rate in fiscal year 2021 was 9.2%, which was below the industry average of 13.8%. was below the industry average of 13.8%. Employee Engagement and Culture. In fiscal year 2021, we implemented a continuous employee listening platform to Employee Engagement and Culture. In fiscal year 2021, we implemented a continuous employee listening platform to collect feedback to better understand and improve the employee experience and identify opportunities to strengthen employee collect feedback to better understand and improve the employee experience and identify opportunities to strengthen employee We believe responsible and sustainable business practices support our long-term success. As a company, we are deeply We believe responsible and sustainable business practices support our long-term success. As a company, we are deeply committed to protecting and supporting our people, our environment, and our communities. That commitment is reflected committed to protecting and supporting our people, our environment, and our communities. That commitment is reflected through sustainability-focused initiatives as well as day-to-day activities, including our adoption of sustainability-focused through sustainability-focused initiatives as well as day-to-day activities, including our adoption of sustainability-focused policies and procedures, our publicly-recognized focus on fostering an inclusive workplace, our constant drive toward more policies and procedures, our publicly-recognized focus on fostering an inclusive workplace, our constant drive toward more efficient use of materials and energy, our careful and active management of our supply chain, our community-focused efficient use of materials and energy, our careful and active management of our supply chain, our community-focused volunteerism programs and philanthropic initiatives, and our impactful, globally-integrated ethics and compliance program. volunteerism programs and philanthropic initiatives, and our impactful, globally-integrated ethics and compliance program. engagement. Our inaugural survey had a 92% employee participation rate and identified key strengths including that employees engagement. Our inaugural survey had a 92% employee participation rate and identified key strengths including that employees • We seek to protect the human rights and civil liberties of our employees through policies, procedures, and programs • We seek to protect the human rights and civil liberties of our employees through policies, procedures, and programs felt that their work was meaningful, that they felt a sense of belonging at the company and that they were excited about our felt that their work was meaningful, that they felt a sense of belonging at the company and that they were excited about our that avoid risks of compulsory and child labor, both within our company and throughout our supply chain. that avoid risks of compulsory and child labor, both within our company and throughout our supply chain. To promote our 11 global culture attributes, including inclusion and integrity, we designated approximately 100 culture To promote our 11 global culture attributes, including inclusion and integrity, we designated approximately 100 culture internal communications, and employee resource groups. internal communications, and employee resource groups. • We foster a workplace of dignity, respect, diversity, and inclusion through our recruiting and advancement practices, • We foster a workplace of dignity, respect, diversity, and inclusion through our recruiting and advancement practices, advocates representing our employees around the world and 20 culture champions selected by members of our executive advocates representing our employees around the world and 20 culture champions selected by members of our executive leadership team to represent our culture attributes at the leadership level. With the support of our culture advocates and leadership team to represent our culture attributes at the leadership level. With the support of our culture advocates and champions, our business leaders and employees have been embracing the attributes and bringing them to life. champions, our business leaders and employees have been embracing the attributes and bringing them to life. In 2021, we were named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute, our third year in a row In 2021, we were named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute, our third year in a row achieving that distinction, which reflects our culture of ethics. Our Global Code of Conduct is a unifying guide anchored in our achieving that distinction, which reflects our culture of ethics. Our Global Code of Conduct is a unifying guide anchored in our core values and our ethical and legal obligations. It is available to our workforce in 11 languages. We also provide core values and our ethical and legal obligations. It is available to our workforce in 11 languages. We also provide comprehensive annual training on key compliance topics and our Global Code of Conduct to our worldwide workforce, from comprehensive annual training on key compliance topics and our Global Code of Conduct to our worldwide workforce, from our factory employees to our executive leadership team. our factory employees to our executive leadership team. Health, Safety and Wellness. The physical health, financial well-being, life balance and mental health of our employees are Health, Safety and Wellness. The physical health, financial well-being, life balance and mental health of our employees are • We educate our employees annually on relevant ethics and compliance topics, publish accessible guidance on ethical • We educate our employees annually on relevant ethics and compliance topics, publish accessible guidance on ethical issues and related company resources in our Global Code of Conduct, and encourage reporting of ethical concerns issues and related company resources in our Global Code of Conduct, and encourage reporting of ethical concerns through any of several global and local reporting channels. through any of several global and local reporting channels. • We support local communities throughout the world, focusing on hunger relief, environmental quality, and STEM • We support local communities throughout the world, focusing on hunger relief, environmental quality, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, especially for underrepresented and underprivileged youth. (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, especially for underrepresented and underprivileged youth. • We utilize a robust integrated management system, with associated policies and procedures, to evaluate and manage • We utilize a robust integrated management system, with associated policies and procedures, to evaluate and manage occupational health and safety risks, environmental compliance, and chemical and hazardous substance risks. occupational health and safety risks, environmental compliance, and chemical and hazardous substance risks. vital to our success. We sponsor global wellness programs designed to enhance physical, financial, and mental well-being for vital to our success. We sponsor global wellness programs designed to enhance physical, financial, and mental well-being for • We work to minimize our impacts on the environment through emissions reduction targets and other initiatives and to • We work to minimize our impacts on the environment through emissions reduction targets and other initiatives and to all our employees around the world. We offer locally appropriate medical, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. We all our employees around the world. We offer locally appropriate medical, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. We provide 12 weeks of paid time off for all new parents in the U.S. We offer an employee assistance program to our employees in provide 12 weeks of paid time off for all new parents in the U.S. We offer an employee assistance program to our employees in evaluate and enhance our climate resiliency. evaluate and enhance our climate resiliency. several countries, which provides confidential counseling for support with a wide range of personal issues and concerns at no several countries, which provides confidential counseling for support with a wide range of personal issues and concerns at no • We innovate to reduce the energy used by our products, the energy used to manufacture them, and the amount of new • We innovate to reduce the energy used by our products, the energy used to manufacture them, and the amount of new cost. We are expanding this program to cover all employees globally in fiscal year 2022. Throughout the year, we encourage cost. We are expanding this program to cover all employees globally in fiscal year 2022. Throughout the year, we encourage materials required to manufacture them. materials required to manufacture them. healthy behaviors through regular communications, podcasts, educational sessions, wellness challenges, and other incentives. healthy behaviors through regular communications, podcasts, educational sessions, wellness challenges, and other incentives. Our manufacturing facilities continue to present our most significant health and safety risks, due to higher potential for Our manufacturing facilities continue to present our most significant health and safety risks, due to higher potential for exposure to chemicals, infectious diseases, hazardous substances and machinery-related hazards. Managing and reducing risks exposure to chemicals, infectious diseases, hazardous substances and machinery-related hazards. Managing and reducing risks at these facilities remains a focus, and a specific health and safety assessment is performed at each of our sites. We also use an at these facilities remains a focus, and a specific health and safety assessment is performed at each of our sites. We also use an integrated management system to manage health and safety standards. integrated management system to manage health and safety standards. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly implemented robust safety measures, including adoption of personal In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly implemented robust safety measures, including adoption of personal protective equipment for our workforce, enhanced sanitation and social distancing practices, work from home policies, contact protective equipment for our workforce, enhanced sanitation and social distancing practices, work from home policies, contact tracing and temperature screening at our sites. As the number of COVID-19 cases decline and vaccination rates have increased, tracing and temperature screening at our sites. As the number of COVID-19 cases decline and vaccination rates have increased, we have been welcoming employees who transitioned to working from home during the pandemic back to the office, based on we have been welcoming employees who transitioned to working from home during the pandemic back to the office, based on an evaluation of local conditions and regulations. We have provided our workforce with locally relevant information about the an evaluation of local conditions and regulations. We have provided our workforce with locally relevant information about the pandemic, including how employees can get vaccinated, and we continue to follow guidance from governmental authorities and pandemic, including how employees can get vaccinated, and we continue to follow guidance from governmental authorities and health officials everywhere we operate. In locations where vaccines are not readily available, we have organized vaccine drives health officials everywhere we operate. In locations where vaccines are not readily available, we have organized vaccine drives for our employees and their dependents. for our employees and their dependents. Government Regulation Government Regulation Our worldwide business activities are subject to various laws, rules, and regulations of the United States as well as of Our worldwide business activities are subject to various laws, rules, and regulations of the United States as well as of foreign governments. Compliance with these laws, rules, and regulations has not had a material effect upon our capital foreign governments. Compliance with these laws, rules, and regulations has not had a material effect upon our capital expenditures, results of operations, or competitive position. Nevertheless, compliance with existing or future governmental expenditures, results of operations, or competitive position. Nevertheless, compliance with existing or future governmental regulations, including, but not limited to, those pertaining to global trade, the environment, consumer and data protection, regulations, including, but not limited to, those pertaining to global trade, the environment, consumer and data protection, employee health and safety, and taxes, could have a material impact on our business in subsequent periods. Refer to “Item 1A. employee health and safety, and taxes, could have a material impact on our business in subsequent periods. Refer to “Item 1A. Risk Factors” for a discussion of these potential impacts. Risk Factors” for a discussion of these potential impacts. • We continue to proactively protect the health and safety of our employees through a phased return-to-site plan based • We continue to proactively protect the health and safety of our employees through a phased return-to-site plan based on local guidance and global best practices, by encouraging employees to get vaccinated, including through vaccine on local guidance and global best practices, by encouraging employees to get vaccinated, including through vaccine drives in India, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines and by providing paid leave for employees impacted by drives in India, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines and by providing paid leave for employees impacted by COVID-19. COVID-19. Available Information Available Information We maintain an Internet website at www.wdc.com. The information on our website is not incorporated in this Annual We maintain an Internet website at www.wdc.com. The information on our website is not incorporated in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and Report on Form 10-K. Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and amendments to reports filed or furnished pursuant to Sections 13(a) and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amendments to reports filed or furnished pursuant to Sections 13(a) and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, are available on our website at www.wdc.com, free of charge, as soon as reasonably practicable after the electronic amended, are available on our website at www.wdc.com, free of charge, as soon as reasonably practicable after the electronic filing of these reports with, or furnishing of these reports to, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The SEC filing of these reports with, or furnishing of these reports to, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The SEC maintains a website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding maintains a website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy and information statements and other information regarding issuers that file electronically with the SEC, including us. issuers that file electronically with the SEC, including us. Item 1A. Risk Factors Item 1A. Risk Factors Our business can be affected by a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause material harm to our actual Our business can be affected by a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause material harm to our actual operating results and financial condition. The risks discussed below are not the only ones facing our business, but represent operating results and financial condition. The risks discussed below are not the only ones facing our business, but represent risks that we believe are material to us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may risks that we believe are material to us. Additional risks not presently known to us or that we currently deem immaterial may also negatively affect our business. also negatively affect our business. 12 12 13 13 OPERATIONAL RISKS OPERATIONAL RISKS The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business. The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted and will continue to impact our workforce and operations, and those of our The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted and will continue to impact our workforce and operations, and those of our strategic partners, customers, suppliers and logistics providers. These impacts have included and may continue to include strategic partners, customers, suppliers and logistics providers. These impacts have included and may continue to include under-absorbed overhead, increased logistics and other costs, decreased demand for our products and manufacturing challenges. under-absorbed overhead, increased logistics and other costs, decreased demand for our products and manufacturing challenges. While our manufacturing facilities and those used by Flash Ventures are all currently operational, this is subject to change While our manufacturing facilities and those used by Flash Ventures are all currently operational, this is subject to change based on evolving conditions related to the pandemic. based on evolving conditions related to the pandemic. The effects of the pandemic are uncertain and difficult to predict, but may include: The effects of the pandemic are uncertain and difficult to predict, but may include: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Further disruptions to our supply chain, our operations or those of our strategic partners, customers or suppliers caused Further disruptions to our supply chain, our operations or those of our strategic partners, customers or suppliers caused by employees or others contracting COVID-19, or governmental orders to contain the spread of COVID-19 such as by employees or others contracting COVID-19, or governmental orders to contain the spread of COVID-19 such as travel restrictions, quarantines, shelter in place orders, trade controls and business shut-downs; travel restrictions, quarantines, shelter in place orders, trade controls and business shut-downs; A global economic downturn or a recession causing a decrease or shift in short- or long-term demand for our products, A global economic downturn or a recession causing a decrease or shift in short- or long-term demand for our products, resulting in industry oversupply and decreases of average selling prices (“ASPs”); resulting in industry oversupply and decreases of average selling prices (“ASPs”); Deterioration of worldwide credit markets that may limit our ability or increase our cost to obtain external financing to Deterioration of worldwide credit markets that may limit our ability or increase our cost to obtain external financing to fund our operations and capital expenditures and result in a higher rate of losses on our accounts receivables due to fund our operations and capital expenditures and result in a higher rate of losses on our accounts receivables due to customer credit defaults; customer credit defaults; Extreme volatility in financial markets which may harm our ability to access the financial markets on acceptable terms; Extreme volatility in financial markets which may harm our ability to access the financial markets on acceptable terms; suppliers to meet our business needs including dedicating adequate engineering resources to develop components that can be suppliers to meet our business needs including dedicating adequate engineering resources to develop components that can be Increased data security and technology risk as many employees continue to work from home, including possible Increased data security and technology risk as many employees continue to work from home, including possible outages to systems and technologies critical to remote work and increased data privacy risk with cybercriminals outages to systems and technologies critical to remote work and increased data privacy risk with cybercriminals attempting to take advantage of the disruption; and attempting to take advantage of the disruption; and Reduced productivity or other disruptions of our operations if essential workers in our factories or those returning to Reduced productivity or other disruptions of our operations if essential workers in our factories or those returning to our worksites are exposed to or spread COVID-19 to other employees. our worksites are exposed to or spread COVID-19 to other employees. The degree to which the pandemic ultimately impacts our business will depend on future developments beyond our control The degree to which the pandemic ultimately impacts our business will depend on future developments beyond our control which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted at this time, including the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted at this time, including the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine-resistant variants and how any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine-resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. Adverse global or regional conditions could harm our business. Adverse global or regional conditions could harm our business. A large portion of our revenue is derived from our international operations, and many of our products and components are A large portion of our revenue is derived from our international operations, and many of our products and components are produced overseas. As a result, our business depends significantly on global and regional conditions. Adverse changes in global produced overseas. As a result, our business depends significantly on global and regional conditions. Adverse changes in global or regional economic conditions, including, but not limited to, volatility in the financial markets, tighter credit, slower growth in or regional economic conditions, including, but not limited to, volatility in the financial markets, tighter credit, slower growth in certain geographic regions, political uncertainty, other macroeconomic factors, changes to social conditions and regulations, certain geographic regions, political uncertainty, other macroeconomic factors, changes to social conditions and regulations, could significantly harm demand for our products, increase credit and collectability risks, result in revenue reductions, reduce could significantly harm demand for our products, increase credit and collectability risks, result in revenue reductions, reduce profitability as a result of underutilization of our assets, cause us to change our business practices, increase manufacturing and profitability as a result of underutilization of our assets, cause us to change our business practices, increase manufacturing and operating costs or result in impairment charges or other expenses. operating costs or result in impairment charges or other expenses. Our revenue growth is significantly dependent on the growth of international markets, and we may face challenges in Our revenue growth is significantly dependent on the growth of international markets, and we may face challenges in international sales markets. We are subject to risks associated with our global manufacturing operations and global sales efforts, international sales markets. We are subject to risks associated with our global manufacturing operations and global sales efforts, as well as risks associated with our utilization of contract manufacturers, including: as well as risks associated with our utilization of contract manufacturers, including: exchange, currency and tax controls and reallocations; exchange, currency and tax controls and reallocations; weaker protection of IP rights; weaker protection of IP rights; trade restrictions, such as export controls, export bans, import restrictions, embargoes, sanctions, license and trade restrictions, such as export controls, export bans, import restrictions, embargoes, sanctions, license and certification requirements (including semiconductor, encryption and other technology), tariffs and complex customs certification requirements (including semiconductor, encryption and other technology), tariffs and complex customs regulations; and regulations; and difficulties in managing international operations, including appropriate internal controls. difficulties in managing international operations, including appropriate internal controls. As a result of these risks, our business could be harmed. As a result of these risks, our business could be harmed. We are dependent on a limited number of qualified suppliers who provide critical services, materials or components, and a We are dependent on a limited number of qualified suppliers who provide critical services, materials or components, and a disruption in our supply chain could negatively affect our business. disruption in our supply chain could negatively affect our business. We depend on an external supply base for technologies, software (including firmware), preamps, controllers, dynamic We depend on an external supply base for technologies, software (including firmware), preamps, controllers, dynamic random-access memory, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing. We also random-access memory, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing. We also depend on suppliers for a portion of our wafer testing, chip assembly, product assembly and product testing, and on service depend on suppliers for a portion of our wafer testing, chip assembly, product assembly and product testing, and on service suppliers for providing technical support for our products. In addition, we use logistics partners to manage our worldwide just- suppliers for providing technical support for our products. In addition, we use logistics partners to manage our worldwide just- in-time hubs and distribution centers and to meet our freight needs. Many of the components and much of the equipment we in-time hubs and distribution centers and to meet our freight needs. Many of the components and much of the equipment we acquire must be specifically designed for use in our products or for developing and manufacturing our products, and are only acquire must be specifically designed for use in our products or for developing and manufacturing our products, and are only available from a limited number of suppliers, some of whom are our sole-source suppliers. We therefore depend on these available from a limited number of suppliers, some of whom are our sole-source suppliers. We therefore depend on these successfully integrated into our products. successfully integrated into our products. Our suppliers have in the past been, and may in the future be, unable or unwilling to meet our requirements. If we are Our suppliers have in the past been, and may in the future be, unable or unwilling to meet our requirements. If we are unable to purchase sufficient quantities from our current suppliers or qualify and engage additional suppliers, or if we cannot unable to purchase sufficient quantities from our current suppliers or qualify and engage additional suppliers, or if we cannot purchase materials at a reasonable price, we may not be able to meet demand for our products. Trade restrictions, including purchase materials at a reasonable price, we may not be able to meet demand for our products. Trade restrictions, including tariffs, quotas and embargoes, demand from other high volume industries for materials or components used in our products, tariffs, quotas and embargoes, demand from other high volume industries for materials or components used in our products, disruptions in supplier relationships or shortages in other components and materials used in our customers’ products could disruptions in supplier relationships or shortages in other components and materials used in our customers’ products could result in increased costs to us or decreased demand for our products, which could negatively impact our business. Delays or cost result in increased costs to us or decreased demand for our products, which could negatively impact our business. Delays or cost increases experienced by our suppliers in developing or sourcing materials and components for use in our products or increases experienced by our suppliers in developing or sourcing materials and components for use in our products or incompatibility or quality issues relating to our products, could also harm our business. incompatibility or quality issues relating to our products, could also harm our business. We do not have long-term contracts with some of our existing suppliers, nor do we always have guaranteed manufacturing We do not have long-term contracts with some of our existing suppliers, nor do we always have guaranteed manufacturing capacity with our suppliers, so we cannot guarantee that they will devote sufficient resources or capacity to manufacturing our capacity with our suppliers, so we cannot guarantee that they will devote sufficient resources or capacity to manufacturing our products. Any significant problems that occur at our suppliers could lead to product shortages or quality assurance problems. products. Any significant problems that occur at our suppliers could lead to product shortages or quality assurance problems. When we do have contractual commitments with suppliers in an effort to stabilize the supply of our components, those When we do have contractual commitments with suppliers in an effort to stabilize the supply of our components, those commitments may require us to buy a substantial number of components or make significant cash advances to the supplier and commitments may require us to buy a substantial number of components or make significant cash advances to the supplier and may not result in a satisfactory supply of our components. may not result in a satisfactory supply of our components. In addition, our supply base has experienced industry consolidation. Our suppliers may be acquired by our competitors, In addition, our supply base has experienced industry consolidation. Our suppliers may be acquired by our competitors, decide to exit the industry, or redirect their investments and increase costs to us. In addition, some of our suppliers have decide to exit the industry, or redirect their investments and increase costs to us. In addition, some of our suppliers have experienced a decline in financial performance. Where we rely on a limited number of suppliers or a single supplier, the risk of experienced a decline in financial performance. Where we rely on a limited number of suppliers or a single supplier, the risk of supplier loss due to industry consolidation or a decline in financial performance is increased. Some of our suppliers may also be supplier loss due to industry consolidation or a decline in financial performance is increased. Some of our suppliers may also be competitors in other areas of our business, which could lead to difficulties in price negotiations or meeting our supply competitors in other areas of our business, which could lead to difficulties in price negotiations or meeting our supply Our operations, and those of certain of our suppliers and customers, are subject to substantial risk of damage or Our operations, and those of certain of our suppliers and customers, are subject to substantial risk of damage or requirements. requirements. disruption. disruption. • • • • • • obtaining governmental approvals and compliance with evolving foreign regulations; obtaining governmental approvals and compliance with evolving foreign regulations; the need to comply with regulations on international business, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United the need to comply with regulations on international business, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United Kingdom Bribery Act 2010, the anti-bribery laws of other countries and rules regarding conflict minerals; Kingdom Bribery Act 2010, the anti-bribery laws of other countries and rules regarding conflict minerals; copyright levies or similar fees or taxes imposed in European and other countries; copyright levies or similar fees or taxes imposed in European and other countries; We conduct our operations at large, high volume, purpose-built facilities in California and throughout Asia. The facilities We conduct our operations at large, high volume, purpose-built facilities in California and throughout Asia. The facilities of many of our customers, our suppliers and our customers’ suppliers are also concentrated in certain geographic locations of many of our customers, our suppliers and our customers’ suppliers are also concentrated in certain geographic locations throughout Asia and elsewhere. A fire, flood, earthquake, tsunami or other natural disaster, condition or event such as a power throughout Asia and elsewhere. A fire, flood, earthquake, tsunami or other natural disaster, condition or event such as a power outage, terrorist attack, physical security breach, political instability, civil unrest, localized labor unrest or other employment outage, terrorist attack, physical security breach, political instability, civil unrest, localized labor unrest or other employment issues, or a health epidemic that negatively affects any of these facilities would significantly affect our ability to manufacture or issues, or a health epidemic that negatively affects any of these facilities would significantly affect our ability to manufacture or sell our products and source components and harm our business. Possible impacts include work and equipment stoppages and sell our products and source components and harm our business. Possible impacts include work and equipment stoppages and 14 14 15 15 OPERATIONAL RISKS OPERATIONAL RISKS The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business. The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted and will continue to impact our workforce and operations, and those of our The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted and will continue to impact our workforce and operations, and those of our strategic partners, customers, suppliers and logistics providers. These impacts have included and may continue to include strategic partners, customers, suppliers and logistics providers. These impacts have included and may continue to include under-absorbed overhead, increased logistics and other costs, decreased demand for our products and manufacturing challenges. under-absorbed overhead, increased logistics and other costs, decreased demand for our products and manufacturing challenges. While our manufacturing facilities and those used by Flash Ventures are all currently operational, this is subject to change While our manufacturing facilities and those used by Flash Ventures are all currently operational, this is subject to change based on evolving conditions related to the pandemic. based on evolving conditions related to the pandemic. The effects of the pandemic are uncertain and difficult to predict, but may include: The effects of the pandemic are uncertain and difficult to predict, but may include: • • • • • • • • exchange, currency and tax controls and reallocations; exchange, currency and tax controls and reallocations; weaker protection of IP rights; weaker protection of IP rights; trade restrictions, such as export controls, export bans, import restrictions, embargoes, sanctions, license and trade restrictions, such as export controls, export bans, import restrictions, embargoes, sanctions, license and certification requirements (including semiconductor, encryption and other technology), tariffs and complex customs certification requirements (including semiconductor, encryption and other technology), tariffs and complex customs regulations; and regulations; and difficulties in managing international operations, including appropriate internal controls. difficulties in managing international operations, including appropriate internal controls. Further disruptions to our supply chain, our operations or those of our strategic partners, customers or suppliers caused Further disruptions to our supply chain, our operations or those of our strategic partners, customers or suppliers caused by employees or others contracting COVID-19, or governmental orders to contain the spread of COVID-19 such as by employees or others contracting COVID-19, or governmental orders to contain the spread of COVID-19 such as We are dependent on a limited number of qualified suppliers who provide critical services, materials or components, and a We are dependent on a limited number of qualified suppliers who provide critical services, materials or components, and a travel restrictions, quarantines, shelter in place orders, trade controls and business shut-downs; travel restrictions, quarantines, shelter in place orders, trade controls and business shut-downs; disruption in our supply chain could negatively affect our business. disruption in our supply chain could negatively affect our business. As a result of these risks, our business could be harmed. As a result of these risks, our business could be harmed. A global economic downturn or a recession causing a decrease or shift in short- or long-term demand for our products, A global economic downturn or a recession causing a decrease or shift in short- or long-term demand for our products, We depend on an external supply base for technologies, software (including firmware), preamps, controllers, dynamic We depend on an external supply base for technologies, software (including firmware), preamps, controllers, dynamic random-access memory, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing. We also random-access memory, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing. We also depend on suppliers for a portion of our wafer testing, chip assembly, product assembly and product testing, and on service depend on suppliers for a portion of our wafer testing, chip assembly, product assembly and product testing, and on service suppliers for providing technical support for our products. In addition, we use logistics partners to manage our worldwide just- suppliers for providing technical support for our products. In addition, we use logistics partners to manage our worldwide just- in-time hubs and distribution centers and to meet our freight needs. Many of the components and much of the equipment we in-time hubs and distribution centers and to meet our freight needs. Many of the components and much of the equipment we acquire must be specifically designed for use in our products or for developing and manufacturing our products, and are only acquire must be specifically designed for use in our products or for developing and manufacturing our products, and are only available from a limited number of suppliers, some of whom are our sole-source suppliers. We therefore depend on these available from a limited number of suppliers, some of whom are our sole-source suppliers. We therefore depend on these suppliers to meet our business needs including dedicating adequate engineering resources to develop components that can be suppliers to meet our business needs including dedicating adequate engineering resources to develop components that can be successfully integrated into our products. successfully integrated into our products. Our suppliers have in the past been, and may in the future be, unable or unwilling to meet our requirements. If we are Our suppliers have in the past been, and may in the future be, unable or unwilling to meet our requirements. If we are unable to purchase sufficient quantities from our current suppliers or qualify and engage additional suppliers, or if we cannot unable to purchase sufficient quantities from our current suppliers or qualify and engage additional suppliers, or if we cannot purchase materials at a reasonable price, we may not be able to meet demand for our products. Trade restrictions, including purchase materials at a reasonable price, we may not be able to meet demand for our products. Trade restrictions, including tariffs, quotas and embargoes, demand from other high volume industries for materials or components used in our products, tariffs, quotas and embargoes, demand from other high volume industries for materials or components used in our products, disruptions in supplier relationships or shortages in other components and materials used in our customers’ products could disruptions in supplier relationships or shortages in other components and materials used in our customers’ products could result in increased costs to us or decreased demand for our products, which could negatively impact our business. Delays or cost result in increased costs to us or decreased demand for our products, which could negatively impact our business. Delays or cost increases experienced by our suppliers in developing or sourcing materials and components for use in our products or increases experienced by our suppliers in developing or sourcing materials and components for use in our products or incompatibility or quality issues relating to our products, could also harm our business. incompatibility or quality issues relating to our products, could also harm our business. We do not have long-term contracts with some of our existing suppliers, nor do we always have guaranteed manufacturing We do not have long-term contracts with some of our existing suppliers, nor do we always have guaranteed manufacturing capacity with our suppliers, so we cannot guarantee that they will devote sufficient resources or capacity to manufacturing our capacity with our suppliers, so we cannot guarantee that they will devote sufficient resources or capacity to manufacturing our products. Any significant problems that occur at our suppliers could lead to product shortages or quality assurance problems. products. Any significant problems that occur at our suppliers could lead to product shortages or quality assurance problems. When we do have contractual commitments with suppliers in an effort to stabilize the supply of our components, those When we do have contractual commitments with suppliers in an effort to stabilize the supply of our components, those commitments may require us to buy a substantial number of components or make significant cash advances to the supplier and commitments may require us to buy a substantial number of components or make significant cash advances to the supplier and may not result in a satisfactory supply of our components. may not result in a satisfactory supply of our components. or regional economic conditions, including, but not limited to, volatility in the financial markets, tighter credit, slower growth in or regional economic conditions, including, but not limited to, volatility in the financial markets, tighter credit, slower growth in In addition, our supply base has experienced industry consolidation. Our suppliers may be acquired by our competitors, In addition, our supply base has experienced industry consolidation. Our suppliers may be acquired by our competitors, decide to exit the industry, or redirect their investments and increase costs to us. In addition, some of our suppliers have decide to exit the industry, or redirect their investments and increase costs to us. In addition, some of our suppliers have experienced a decline in financial performance. Where we rely on a limited number of suppliers or a single supplier, the risk of experienced a decline in financial performance. Where we rely on a limited number of suppliers or a single supplier, the risk of supplier loss due to industry consolidation or a decline in financial performance is increased. Some of our suppliers may also be supplier loss due to industry consolidation or a decline in financial performance is increased. Some of our suppliers may also be competitors in other areas of our business, which could lead to difficulties in price negotiations or meeting our supply competitors in other areas of our business, which could lead to difficulties in price negotiations or meeting our supply requirements. requirements. international sales markets. We are subject to risks associated with our global manufacturing operations and global sales efforts, international sales markets. We are subject to risks associated with our global manufacturing operations and global sales efforts, Our operations, and those of certain of our suppliers and customers, are subject to substantial risk of damage or Our operations, and those of certain of our suppliers and customers, are subject to substantial risk of damage or as well as risks associated with our utilization of contract manufacturers, including: as well as risks associated with our utilization of contract manufacturers, including: disruption. disruption. obtaining governmental approvals and compliance with evolving foreign regulations; obtaining governmental approvals and compliance with evolving foreign regulations; the need to comply with regulations on international business, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United the need to comply with regulations on international business, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United Kingdom Bribery Act 2010, the anti-bribery laws of other countries and rules regarding conflict minerals; Kingdom Bribery Act 2010, the anti-bribery laws of other countries and rules regarding conflict minerals; copyright levies or similar fees or taxes imposed in European and other countries; copyright levies or similar fees or taxes imposed in European and other countries; We conduct our operations at large, high volume, purpose-built facilities in California and throughout Asia. The facilities We conduct our operations at large, high volume, purpose-built facilities in California and throughout Asia. The facilities of many of our customers, our suppliers and our customers’ suppliers are also concentrated in certain geographic locations of many of our customers, our suppliers and our customers’ suppliers are also concentrated in certain geographic locations throughout Asia and elsewhere. A fire, flood, earthquake, tsunami or other natural disaster, condition or event such as a power throughout Asia and elsewhere. A fire, flood, earthquake, tsunami or other natural disaster, condition or event such as a power outage, terrorist attack, physical security breach, political instability, civil unrest, localized labor unrest or other employment outage, terrorist attack, physical security breach, political instability, civil unrest, localized labor unrest or other employment issues, or a health epidemic that negatively affects any of these facilities would significantly affect our ability to manufacture or issues, or a health epidemic that negatively affects any of these facilities would significantly affect our ability to manufacture or sell our products and source components and harm our business. Possible impacts include work and equipment stoppages and sell our products and source components and harm our business. Possible impacts include work and equipment stoppages and 14 14 15 15 resulting in industry oversupply and decreases of average selling prices (“ASPs”); resulting in industry oversupply and decreases of average selling prices (“ASPs”); Deterioration of worldwide credit markets that may limit our ability or increase our cost to obtain external financing to Deterioration of worldwide credit markets that may limit our ability or increase our cost to obtain external financing to fund our operations and capital expenditures and result in a higher rate of losses on our accounts receivables due to fund our operations and capital expenditures and result in a higher rate of losses on our accounts receivables due to customer credit defaults; customer credit defaults; Extreme volatility in financial markets which may harm our ability to access the financial markets on acceptable terms; Extreme volatility in financial markets which may harm our ability to access the financial markets on acceptable terms; Increased data security and technology risk as many employees continue to work from home, including possible Increased data security and technology risk as many employees continue to work from home, including possible outages to systems and technologies critical to remote work and increased data privacy risk with cybercriminals outages to systems and technologies critical to remote work and increased data privacy risk with cybercriminals attempting to take advantage of the disruption; and attempting to take advantage of the disruption; and Reduced productivity or other disruptions of our operations if essential workers in our factories or those returning to Reduced productivity or other disruptions of our operations if essential workers in our factories or those returning to our worksites are exposed to or spread COVID-19 to other employees. our worksites are exposed to or spread COVID-19 to other employees. The degree to which the pandemic ultimately impacts our business will depend on future developments beyond our control The degree to which the pandemic ultimately impacts our business will depend on future developments beyond our control which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted at this time, including the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted at this time, including the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine-resistant variants and how any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine-resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. Adverse global or regional conditions could harm our business. Adverse global or regional conditions could harm our business. A large portion of our revenue is derived from our international operations, and many of our products and components are A large portion of our revenue is derived from our international operations, and many of our products and components are produced overseas. As a result, our business depends significantly on global and regional conditions. Adverse changes in global produced overseas. As a result, our business depends significantly on global and regional conditions. Adverse changes in global certain geographic regions, political uncertainty, other macroeconomic factors, changes to social conditions and regulations, certain geographic regions, political uncertainty, other macroeconomic factors, changes to social conditions and regulations, could significantly harm demand for our products, increase credit and collectability risks, result in revenue reductions, reduce could significantly harm demand for our products, increase credit and collectability risks, result in revenue reductions, reduce profitability as a result of underutilization of our assets, cause us to change our business practices, increase manufacturing and profitability as a result of underutilization of our assets, cause us to change our business practices, increase manufacturing and operating costs or result in impairment charges or other expenses. operating costs or result in impairment charges or other expenses. Our revenue growth is significantly dependent on the growth of international markets, and we may face challenges in Our revenue growth is significantly dependent on the growth of international markets, and we may face challenges in • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • damage to or closure of our facilities, or those of our suppliers or customers, for an indefinite period of time. Climate change damage to or closure of our facilities, or those of our suppliers or customers, for an indefinite period of time. Climate change has in the past, and is expected to continue to increase the incidence and severity of certain natural disasters. In addition, the has in the past, and is expected to continue to increase the incidence and severity of certain natural disasters. In addition, the geographic concentration of our manufacturing sites could exacerbate the negative impacts resulting from any of these geographic concentration of our manufacturing sites could exacerbate the negative impacts resulting from any of these problems. problems. We may incur losses beyond the limits of, or outside the scope of, the coverage of our insurance policies. There can be no We may incur losses beyond the limits of, or outside the scope of, the coverage of our insurance policies. There can be no information, IP, or sensitive or personal information. Breaches of our infrastructure, systems or products could also cause our information, IP, or sensitive or personal information. Breaches of our infrastructure, systems or products could also cause our assurance that in the future we will be able to maintain existing insurance coverage or that premiums will not increase assurance that in the future we will be able to maintain existing insurance coverage or that premiums will not increase substantially. Due to market availability, pricing or other reasons, we may elect not to purchase insurance coverage or to substantially. Due to market availability, pricing or other reasons, we may elect not to purchase insurance coverage or to purchase only limited coverage. We maintain limited insurance coverage and, in some cases, no coverage at all, for natural purchase only limited coverage. We maintain limited insurance coverage and, in some cases, no coverage at all, for natural disasters and damage to our facilities, as these types of insurance are sometimes not available or available only at a prohibitive disasters and damage to our facilities, as these types of insurance are sometimes not available or available only at a prohibitive cost. We depend upon Kioxia to obtain and maintain sufficient property, business interruption and other insurance for Flash cost. We depend upon Kioxia to obtain and maintain sufficient property, business interruption and other insurance for Flash Ventures. If Kioxia fails to do so, we could suffer significant unreimbursable losses, and such failure could also cause Flash Ventures. If Kioxia fails to do so, we could suffer significant unreimbursable losses, and such failure could also cause Flash Ventures to breach various financing covenants. Ventures to breach various financing covenants. The loss of our key management, staff and skilled employees, the inability to hire and integrate new employees or The loss of our key management, staff and skilled employees, the inability to hire and integrate new employees or indemnification claims. indemnification claims. decisions to realign our business could negatively impact our business prospects. decisions to realign our business could negatively impact our business prospects. Our success depends upon the continued contributions of our key management, staff and skilled employees, many of whom Our success depends upon the continued contributions of our key management, staff and skilled employees, many of whom facilities through a variety of means. However, our testing may fail to reveal defects in our products that may not become facilities through a variety of means. However, our testing may fail to reveal defects in our products that may not become would be extremely difficult to replace. Changes in our key management team can result in loss of continuity, loss of would be extremely difficult to replace. Changes in our key management team can result in loss of continuity, loss of accumulated knowledge, departure of other key employees, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional accumulated knowledge, departure of other key employees, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. Global competition for skilled employees in the technology industry is intense, and our business success becomes periods. Global competition for skilled employees in the technology industry is intense, and our business success becomes increasingly dependent on our ability to retain our key staff and skilled employees, to implement succession plans for our key increasingly dependent on our ability to retain our key staff and skilled employees, to implement succession plans for our key management and staff, to attract, integrate and retain new skilled employees, including employees from acquisitions, and to management and staff, to attract, integrate and retain new skilled employees, including employees from acquisitions, and to make decisions to realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies. Changes in immigration make decisions to realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies. Changes in immigration policies may impair our ability to recruit and hire technical and professional talent. Our employee hiring and retention also policies may impair our ability to recruit and hire technical and professional talent. Our employee hiring and retention also depend on our ability to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and be viewed as an employer of choice. depend on our ability to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and be viewed as an employer of choice. Additionally, because a substantial portion of our key employees’ compensation is placed “at risk” and linked to the Additionally, because a substantial portion of our key employees’ compensation is placed “at risk” and linked to the performance of our business, including through equity compensation, when our operating results are negatively impacted, we performance of our business, including through equity compensation, when our operating results are negatively impacted, we may be at a competitive disadvantage for retaining and hiring key management, staff and skilled employees. If we are unable to may be at a competitive disadvantage for retaining and hiring key management, staff and skilled employees. If we are unable to hire and retain key management, staff or skilled employees, our operating results would likely be harmed. hire and retain key management, staff or skilled employees, our operating results would likely be harmed. If our technology infrastructure, systems or products are compromised, damaged or interrupted by cyber attacks, data If our technology infrastructure, systems or products are compromised, damaged or interrupted by cyber attacks, data security breaches, other security problems, design defects or sustain system failures, our business could be negatively security breaches, other security problems, design defects or sustain system failures, our business could be negatively impacted. impacted. We experience cyber attacks of varying degrees on our technology infrastructure and systems and, as a result, unauthorized We experience cyber attacks of varying degrees on our technology infrastructure and systems and, as a result, unauthorized parties have obtained in the past, and may in the future obtain, access to our computer systems and networks, including cloud- parties have obtained in the past, and may in the future obtain, access to our computer systems and networks, including cloud- based platforms. The technology infrastructure and systems of our suppliers, vendors, service providers, cloud solution based platforms. The technology infrastructure and systems of our suppliers, vendors, service providers, cloud solution providers and partners have in the past experienced and may in the future experience such attacks. Cyber attacks can include providers and partners have in the past experienced and may in the future experience such attacks. Cyber attacks can include ransomware, computer denial-of-service attacks, worms, and other malicious software programs or other attacks, covert ransomware, computer denial-of-service attacks, worms, and other malicious software programs or other attacks, covert introduction of malware to computers and networks, including those using techniques that change frequently or may be introduction of malware to computers and networks, including those using techniques that change frequently or may be disguised or difficult to detect, or designed to remain dormant until a triggering event or that may continue undetected for an disguised or difficult to detect, or designed to remain dormant until a triggering event or that may continue undetected for an extended period of time, impersonation of authorized users, and efforts to discover and exploit any design flaws, bugs, security extended period of time, impersonation of authorized users, and efforts to discover and exploit any design flaws, bugs, security vulnerabilities or security weaknesses, as well as intentional or unintentional acts by employees or other insiders with access vulnerabilities or security weaknesses, as well as intentional or unintentional acts by employees or other insiders with access privileges, intentional acts of vandalism or fraud by third parties and sabotage. In some instances, efforts to correct privileges, intentional acts of vandalism or fraud by third parties and sabotage. In some instances, efforts to correct vulnerabilities or prevent attacks may reduce the performance of our computer systems and networks, which could negatively vulnerabilities or prevent attacks may reduce the performance of our computer systems and networks, which could negatively impact our business. We believe cyber attack attempts are increasing in number and that cyber attackers are increasingly impact our business. We believe cyber attack attempts are increasing in number and that cyber attackers are increasingly organized and well-financed or supported by state actors, and are developing increasingly sophisticated systems and means to organized and well-financed or supported by state actors, and are developing increasingly sophisticated systems and means to not only attack systems, but also to evade detection or to obscure their activities. not only attack systems, but also to evade detection or to obscure their activities. Our products are also targets for cyber attacks, including those products utilized in cloud-based environments as well as our Our products are also targets for cyber attacks, including those products utilized in cloud-based environments as well as our transitions or the expansion of Flash Ventures’ capacity. Over-investment by us or our competitors could result in excess transitions or the expansion of Flash Ventures’ capacity. Over-investment by us or our competitors could result in excess cloud service offerings. While some of our products contain encryption or security algorithms to protect third-party content or cloud service offerings. While some of our products contain encryption or security algorithms to protect third-party content or user-generated data stored on our products, these products could still be hacked or the encryption schemes could be user-generated data stored on our products, these products could still be hacked or the encryption schemes could be compromised, breached, or circumvented by motivated and sophisticated attackers. Further, our products contain sophisticated compromised, breached, or circumvented by motivated and sophisticated attackers. Further, our products contain sophisticated hardware and operating system software and applications that may contain security problems, security vulnerabilities, or defects hardware and operating system software and applications that may contain security problems, security vulnerabilities, or defects in design or manufacture, including “bugs” and other problems that could interfere with the intended operation of our products. in design or manufacture, including “bugs” and other problems that could interfere with the intended operation of our products. To the extent our products are hacked or the encryption schemes are compromised or breached, this could harm our business by To the extent our products are hacked or the encryption schemes are compromised or breached, this could harm our business by 16 16 17 17 requiring us to employ additional resources to fix the errors or defects, exposing us to litigation and indemnification claims and requiring us to employ additional resources to fix the errors or defects, exposing us to litigation and indemnification claims and hurting our reputation. hurting our reputation. If efforts to breach our infrastructure, systems or products are successful or we are unable to protect against these risks, we If efforts to breach our infrastructure, systems or products are successful or we are unable to protect against these risks, we could suffer interruptions, delays, or cessation of operations of our systems, and loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential could suffer interruptions, delays, or cessation of operations of our systems, and loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential customers and other affected third parties to suffer loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential information, IP, or sensitive or customers and other affected third parties to suffer loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential information, IP, or sensitive or personal information, and could harm our relationships with customers and other third parties. As a result of actual or perceived personal information, and could harm our relationships with customers and other third parties. As a result of actual or perceived breaches, we could experience additional costs, notification requirements, civil and administrative fines and penalties, breaches, we could experience additional costs, notification requirements, civil and administrative fines and penalties, indemnification claims, litigation, and damage to our brand and reputation. All of these consequences could harm our reputation indemnification claims, litigation, and damage to our brand and reputation. All of these consequences could harm our reputation and our business and materially and negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. and our business and materially and negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. We are subject to risks related to product defects, which could result in product recalls or epidemic failures and could We are subject to risks related to product defects, which could result in product recalls or epidemic failures and could subject us to warranty claims in excess of our warranty provisions or which are greater than anticipated, litigation or subject us to warranty claims in excess of our warranty provisions or which are greater than anticipated, litigation or We warrant the majority of our products for periods of one to five years. We test our products in our manufacturing We warrant the majority of our products for periods of one to five years. We test our products in our manufacturing apparent until after the products have been sold into the market. In addition, our products may be used in a manner that is not apparent until after the products have been sold into the market. In addition, our products may be used in a manner that is not intended or anticipated by us, resulting in potential liability. Accordingly, there is a risk that product defects will occur, intended or anticipated by us, resulting in potential liability. Accordingly, there is a risk that product defects will occur, including as a result of third-party components or applications that we incorporate in our products, which could require a including as a result of third-party components or applications that we incorporate in our products, which could require a product recall. Product recalls can be expensive to implement. As part of a product recall, we may be required or choose to product recall. Product recalls can be expensive to implement. As part of a product recall, we may be required or choose to replace the defective product. Moreover, there is a risk that product defects may trigger an epidemic failure clause in a customer replace the defective product. Moreover, there is a risk that product defects may trigger an epidemic failure clause in a customer agreement. If an epidemic failure occurs, we may be required to replace or refund the value of the defective product and to agreement. If an epidemic failure occurs, we may be required to replace or refund the value of the defective product and to cover certain other costs associated with the consequences of the epidemic failure. In addition, product defects, product recalls cover certain other costs associated with the consequences of the epidemic failure. In addition, product defects, product recalls or epidemic failures may cause damage to our reputation or customer relationships, lost revenue, indemnification for a recall of or epidemic failures may cause damage to our reputation or customer relationships, lost revenue, indemnification for a recall of our customers’ products, warranty claims, litigation or loss of market share with our customers, including our OEM and ODM our customers’ products, warranty claims, litigation or loss of market share with our customers, including our OEM and ODM customers. Our business liability insurance may be inadequate or future coverage may be unavailable on acceptable terms, customers. Our business liability insurance may be inadequate or future coverage may be unavailable on acceptable terms, which could negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. which could negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. Our standard warranties contain limits on damages and exclusions of liability for consequential damages and for misuse, Our standard warranties contain limits on damages and exclusions of liability for consequential damages and for misuse, improper installation, alteration, accident or mishandling while in the possession of someone other than us. We record an improper installation, alteration, accident or mishandling while in the possession of someone other than us. We record an accrual for estimated warranty costs at the time revenue is recognized. We may incur additional expenses if our warranty accrual for estimated warranty costs at the time revenue is recognized. We may incur additional expenses if our warranty provisions do not reflect the actual cost of resolving issues related to defects in our products, whether as a result of a product provisions do not reflect the actual cost of resolving issues related to defects in our products, whether as a result of a product recall, epidemic failure or otherwise. If these additional expenses are significant, they could harm our business. recall, epidemic failure or otherwise. If these additional expenses are significant, they could harm our business. BUSINESS AND STRATEGIC RISKS BUSINESS AND STRATEGIC RISKS We rely substantially on strategic relationships with various partners, including Kioxia, which subjects us to risks and We rely substantially on strategic relationships with various partners, including Kioxia, which subjects us to risks and uncertainties that could harm our business. uncertainties that could harm our business. We have entered into strategic relationships with various partners for product development, sales growth and the supply of We have entered into strategic relationships with various partners for product development, sales growth and the supply of technologies, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing, including our business technologies, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing, including our business ventures with Kioxia. We depend on Flash Ventures for the development and manufacture of flash-based memory. Our ventures with Kioxia. We depend on Flash Ventures for the development and manufacture of flash-based memory. Our strategic relationships, including Flash Ventures, are subject to various risks that could harm the value of our investments, our strategic relationships, including Flash Ventures, are subject to various risks that could harm the value of our investments, our revenue and costs, our future rate of spending, our technology plans and our future growth opportunities. revenue and costs, our future rate of spending, our technology plans and our future growth opportunities. Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by Flash Ventures, which limits our ability to respond to market Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by Flash Ventures, which limits our ability to respond to market demand and supply changes and makes our financial results particularly susceptible to variations from our forecasts and demand and supply changes and makes our financial results particularly susceptible to variations from our forecasts and expectations. A failure to accurately forecast supply and demand could cause us to over-invest or under-invest in technology expectations. A failure to accurately forecast supply and demand could cause us to over-invest or under-invest in technology supply, which could cause significant decreases in our product prices, significant excess, obsolete inventory or inventory write- supply, which could cause significant decreases in our product prices, significant excess, obsolete inventory or inventory write- downs or under-utilization charges, and the potential impairment of our investments in Flash Ventures. We are contractually downs or under-utilization charges, and the potential impairment of our investments in Flash Ventures. We are contractually obligated to pay for 50% of the fixed costs of Flash Ventures regardless of whether we order any flash-based memory, and our obligated to pay for 50% of the fixed costs of Flash Ventures regardless of whether we order any flash-based memory, and our orders placed with Flash Ventures on a three-month rolling basis are binding. On the other hand, if we under-invest in Flash orders placed with Flash Ventures on a three-month rolling basis are binding. On the other hand, if we under-invest in Flash Ventures, or otherwise grow or transition Flash Ventures’ capacity too slowly, we may not have enough supply of flash-based Ventures, or otherwise grow or transition Flash Ventures’ capacity too slowly, we may not have enough supply of flash-based memory, or the right type of flash-based memory, to meet demand on a timely and cost effective basis, and we may lose memory, or the right type of flash-based memory, to meet demand on a timely and cost effective basis, and we may lose opportunities for revenue, gross margin and market share as a result. If our supply is limited, we might make strategic decisions opportunities for revenue, gross margin and market share as a result. If our supply is limited, we might make strategic decisions damage to or closure of our facilities, or those of our suppliers or customers, for an indefinite period of time. Climate change damage to or closure of our facilities, or those of our suppliers or customers, for an indefinite period of time. Climate change has in the past, and is expected to continue to increase the incidence and severity of certain natural disasters. In addition, the has in the past, and is expected to continue to increase the incidence and severity of certain natural disasters. In addition, the geographic concentration of our manufacturing sites could exacerbate the negative impacts resulting from any of these geographic concentration of our manufacturing sites could exacerbate the negative impacts resulting from any of these problems. problems. We may incur losses beyond the limits of, or outside the scope of, the coverage of our insurance policies. There can be no We may incur losses beyond the limits of, or outside the scope of, the coverage of our insurance policies. There can be no assurance that in the future we will be able to maintain existing insurance coverage or that premiums will not increase assurance that in the future we will be able to maintain existing insurance coverage or that premiums will not increase substantially. Due to market availability, pricing or other reasons, we may elect not to purchase insurance coverage or to substantially. Due to market availability, pricing or other reasons, we may elect not to purchase insurance coverage or to purchase only limited coverage. We maintain limited insurance coverage and, in some cases, no coverage at all, for natural purchase only limited coverage. We maintain limited insurance coverage and, in some cases, no coverage at all, for natural disasters and damage to our facilities, as these types of insurance are sometimes not available or available only at a prohibitive disasters and damage to our facilities, as these types of insurance are sometimes not available or available only at a prohibitive cost. We depend upon Kioxia to obtain and maintain sufficient property, business interruption and other insurance for Flash cost. We depend upon Kioxia to obtain and maintain sufficient property, business interruption and other insurance for Flash Ventures. If Kioxia fails to do so, we could suffer significant unreimbursable losses, and such failure could also cause Flash Ventures. If Kioxia fails to do so, we could suffer significant unreimbursable losses, and such failure could also cause Flash Ventures to breach various financing covenants. Ventures to breach various financing covenants. The loss of our key management, staff and skilled employees, the inability to hire and integrate new employees or The loss of our key management, staff and skilled employees, the inability to hire and integrate new employees or decisions to realign our business could negatively impact our business prospects. decisions to realign our business could negatively impact our business prospects. Our success depends upon the continued contributions of our key management, staff and skilled employees, many of whom Our success depends upon the continued contributions of our key management, staff and skilled employees, many of whom would be extremely difficult to replace. Changes in our key management team can result in loss of continuity, loss of would be extremely difficult to replace. Changes in our key management team can result in loss of continuity, loss of accumulated knowledge, departure of other key employees, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional accumulated knowledge, departure of other key employees, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. Global competition for skilled employees in the technology industry is intense, and our business success becomes periods. Global competition for skilled employees in the technology industry is intense, and our business success becomes increasingly dependent on our ability to retain our key staff and skilled employees, to implement succession plans for our key increasingly dependent on our ability to retain our key staff and skilled employees, to implement succession plans for our key management and staff, to attract, integrate and retain new skilled employees, including employees from acquisitions, and to management and staff, to attract, integrate and retain new skilled employees, including employees from acquisitions, and to make decisions to realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies. Changes in immigration make decisions to realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies. Changes in immigration policies may impair our ability to recruit and hire technical and professional talent. Our employee hiring and retention also policies may impair our ability to recruit and hire technical and professional talent. Our employee hiring and retention also depend on our ability to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and be viewed as an employer of choice. depend on our ability to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace culture and be viewed as an employer of choice. Additionally, because a substantial portion of our key employees’ compensation is placed “at risk” and linked to the Additionally, because a substantial portion of our key employees’ compensation is placed “at risk” and linked to the performance of our business, including through equity compensation, when our operating results are negatively impacted, we performance of our business, including through equity compensation, when our operating results are negatively impacted, we may be at a competitive disadvantage for retaining and hiring key management, staff and skilled employees. If we are unable to may be at a competitive disadvantage for retaining and hiring key management, staff and skilled employees. If we are unable to hire and retain key management, staff or skilled employees, our operating results would likely be harmed. hire and retain key management, staff or skilled employees, our operating results would likely be harmed. If our technology infrastructure, systems or products are compromised, damaged or interrupted by cyber attacks, data If our technology infrastructure, systems or products are compromised, damaged or interrupted by cyber attacks, data security breaches, other security problems, design defects or sustain system failures, our business could be negatively security breaches, other security problems, design defects or sustain system failures, our business could be negatively impacted. impacted. requiring us to employ additional resources to fix the errors or defects, exposing us to litigation and indemnification claims and requiring us to employ additional resources to fix the errors or defects, exposing us to litigation and indemnification claims and hurting our reputation. hurting our reputation. If efforts to breach our infrastructure, systems or products are successful or we are unable to protect against these risks, we If efforts to breach our infrastructure, systems or products are successful or we are unable to protect against these risks, we could suffer interruptions, delays, or cessation of operations of our systems, and loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential could suffer interruptions, delays, or cessation of operations of our systems, and loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential information, IP, or sensitive or personal information. Breaches of our infrastructure, systems or products could also cause our information, IP, or sensitive or personal information. Breaches of our infrastructure, systems or products could also cause our customers and other affected third parties to suffer loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential information, IP, or sensitive or customers and other affected third parties to suffer loss or misuse of proprietary or confidential information, IP, or sensitive or personal information, and could harm our relationships with customers and other third parties. As a result of actual or perceived personal information, and could harm our relationships with customers and other third parties. As a result of actual or perceived breaches, we could experience additional costs, notification requirements, civil and administrative fines and penalties, breaches, we could experience additional costs, notification requirements, civil and administrative fines and penalties, indemnification claims, litigation, and damage to our brand and reputation. All of these consequences could harm our reputation indemnification claims, litigation, and damage to our brand and reputation. All of these consequences could harm our reputation and our business and materially and negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. and our business and materially and negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. We are subject to risks related to product defects, which could result in product recalls or epidemic failures and could We are subject to risks related to product defects, which could result in product recalls or epidemic failures and could subject us to warranty claims in excess of our warranty provisions or which are greater than anticipated, litigation or subject us to warranty claims in excess of our warranty provisions or which are greater than anticipated, litigation or indemnification claims. indemnification claims. We warrant the majority of our products for periods of one to five years. We test our products in our manufacturing We warrant the majority of our products for periods of one to five years. We test our products in our manufacturing facilities through a variety of means. However, our testing may fail to reveal defects in our products that may not become facilities through a variety of means. However, our testing may fail to reveal defects in our products that may not become apparent until after the products have been sold into the market. In addition, our products may be used in a manner that is not apparent until after the products have been sold into the market. In addition, our products may be used in a manner that is not intended or anticipated by us, resulting in potential liability. Accordingly, there is a risk that product defects will occur, intended or anticipated by us, resulting in potential liability. Accordingly, there is a risk that product defects will occur, including as a result of third-party components or applications that we incorporate in our products, which could require a including as a result of third-party components or applications that we incorporate in our products, which could require a product recall. Product recalls can be expensive to implement. As part of a product recall, we may be required or choose to product recall. Product recalls can be expensive to implement. As part of a product recall, we may be required or choose to replace the defective product. Moreover, there is a risk that product defects may trigger an epidemic failure clause in a customer replace the defective product. Moreover, there is a risk that product defects may trigger an epidemic failure clause in a customer agreement. If an epidemic failure occurs, we may be required to replace or refund the value of the defective product and to agreement. If an epidemic failure occurs, we may be required to replace or refund the value of the defective product and to cover certain other costs associated with the consequences of the epidemic failure. In addition, product defects, product recalls cover certain other costs associated with the consequences of the epidemic failure. In addition, product defects, product recalls or epidemic failures may cause damage to our reputation or customer relationships, lost revenue, indemnification for a recall of or epidemic failures may cause damage to our reputation or customer relationships, lost revenue, indemnification for a recall of our customers’ products, warranty claims, litigation or loss of market share with our customers, including our OEM and ODM our customers’ products, warranty claims, litigation or loss of market share with our customers, including our OEM and ODM customers. Our business liability insurance may be inadequate or future coverage may be unavailable on acceptable terms, customers. Our business liability insurance may be inadequate or future coverage may be unavailable on acceptable terms, which could negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. which could negatively impact our operating results and financial condition. Our standard warranties contain limits on damages and exclusions of liability for consequential damages and for misuse, Our standard warranties contain limits on damages and exclusions of liability for consequential damages and for misuse, improper installation, alteration, accident or mishandling while in the possession of someone other than us. We record an improper installation, alteration, accident or mishandling while in the possession of someone other than us. We record an accrual for estimated warranty costs at the time revenue is recognized. We may incur additional expenses if our warranty accrual for estimated warranty costs at the time revenue is recognized. We may incur additional expenses if our warranty provisions do not reflect the actual cost of resolving issues related to defects in our products, whether as a result of a product provisions do not reflect the actual cost of resolving issues related to defects in our products, whether as a result of a product recall, epidemic failure or otherwise. If these additional expenses are significant, they could harm our business. recall, epidemic failure or otherwise. If these additional expenses are significant, they could harm our business. We experience cyber attacks of varying degrees on our technology infrastructure and systems and, as a result, unauthorized We experience cyber attacks of varying degrees on our technology infrastructure and systems and, as a result, unauthorized parties have obtained in the past, and may in the future obtain, access to our computer systems and networks, including cloud- parties have obtained in the past, and may in the future obtain, access to our computer systems and networks, including cloud- BUSINESS AND STRATEGIC RISKS BUSINESS AND STRATEGIC RISKS based platforms. The technology infrastructure and systems of our suppliers, vendors, service providers, cloud solution based platforms. The technology infrastructure and systems of our suppliers, vendors, service providers, cloud solution providers and partners have in the past experienced and may in the future experience such attacks. Cyber attacks can include providers and partners have in the past experienced and may in the future experience such attacks. Cyber attacks can include We rely substantially on strategic relationships with various partners, including Kioxia, which subjects us to risks and We rely substantially on strategic relationships with various partners, including Kioxia, which subjects us to risks and ransomware, computer denial-of-service attacks, worms, and other malicious software programs or other attacks, covert ransomware, computer denial-of-service attacks, worms, and other malicious software programs or other attacks, covert introduction of malware to computers and networks, including those using techniques that change frequently or may be introduction of malware to computers and networks, including those using techniques that change frequently or may be uncertainties that could harm our business. uncertainties that could harm our business. disguised or difficult to detect, or designed to remain dormant until a triggering event or that may continue undetected for an disguised or difficult to detect, or designed to remain dormant until a triggering event or that may continue undetected for an We have entered into strategic relationships with various partners for product development, sales growth and the supply of We have entered into strategic relationships with various partners for product development, sales growth and the supply of technologies, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing, including our business technologies, components, equipment and materials for use in our product design and manufacturing, including our business ventures with Kioxia. We depend on Flash Ventures for the development and manufacture of flash-based memory. Our ventures with Kioxia. We depend on Flash Ventures for the development and manufacture of flash-based memory. Our strategic relationships, including Flash Ventures, are subject to various risks that could harm the value of our investments, our strategic relationships, including Flash Ventures, are subject to various risks that could harm the value of our investments, our revenue and costs, our future rate of spending, our technology plans and our future growth opportunities. revenue and costs, our future rate of spending, our technology plans and our future growth opportunities. organized and well-financed or supported by state actors, and are developing increasingly sophisticated systems and means to organized and well-financed or supported by state actors, and are developing increasingly sophisticated systems and means to Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by Flash Ventures, which limits our ability to respond to market Substantially all of our flash-based memory is supplied by Flash Ventures, which limits our ability to respond to market demand and supply changes and makes our financial results particularly susceptible to variations from our forecasts and demand and supply changes and makes our financial results particularly susceptible to variations from our forecasts and expectations. A failure to accurately forecast supply and demand could cause us to over-invest or under-invest in technology expectations. A failure to accurately forecast supply and demand could cause us to over-invest or under-invest in technology transitions or the expansion of Flash Ventures’ capacity. Over-investment by us or our competitors could result in excess transitions or the expansion of Flash Ventures’ capacity. Over-investment by us or our competitors could result in excess supply, which could cause significant decreases in our product prices, significant excess, obsolete inventory or inventory write- supply, which could cause significant decreases in our product prices, significant excess, obsolete inventory or inventory write- downs or under-utilization charges, and the potential impairment of our investments in Flash Ventures. We are contractually downs or under-utilization charges, and the potential impairment of our investments in Flash Ventures. We are contractually obligated to pay for 50% of the fixed costs of Flash Ventures regardless of whether we order any flash-based memory, and our obligated to pay for 50% of the fixed costs of Flash Ventures regardless of whether we order any flash-based memory, and our orders placed with Flash Ventures on a three-month rolling basis are binding. On the other hand, if we under-invest in Flash orders placed with Flash Ventures on a three-month rolling basis are binding. On the other hand, if we under-invest in Flash Ventures, or otherwise grow or transition Flash Ventures’ capacity too slowly, we may not have enough supply of flash-based Ventures, or otherwise grow or transition Flash Ventures’ capacity too slowly, we may not have enough supply of flash-based memory, or the right type of flash-based memory, to meet demand on a timely and cost effective basis, and we may lose memory, or the right type of flash-based memory, to meet demand on a timely and cost effective basis, and we may lose opportunities for revenue, gross margin and market share as a result. If our supply is limited, we might make strategic decisions opportunities for revenue, gross margin and market share as a result. If our supply is limited, we might make strategic decisions 16 16 17 17 extended period of time, impersonation of authorized users, and efforts to discover and exploit any design flaws, bugs, security extended period of time, impersonation of authorized users, and efforts to discover and exploit any design flaws, bugs, security vulnerabilities or security weaknesses, as well as intentional or unintentional acts by employees or other insiders with access vulnerabilities or security weaknesses, as well as intentional or unintentional acts by employees or other insiders with access privileges, intentional acts of vandalism or fraud by third parties and sabotage. In some instances, efforts to correct privileges, intentional acts of vandalism or fraud by third parties and sabotage. In some instances, efforts to correct vulnerabilities or prevent attacks may reduce the performance of our computer systems and networks, which could negatively vulnerabilities or prevent attacks may reduce the performance of our computer systems and networks, which could negatively impact our business. We believe cyber attack attempts are increasing in number and that cyber attackers are increasingly impact our business. We believe cyber attack attempts are increasing in number and that cyber attackers are increasingly not only attack systems, but also to evade detection or to obscure their activities. not only attack systems, but also to evade detection or to obscure their activities. Our products are also targets for cyber attacks, including those products utilized in cloud-based environments as well as our Our products are also targets for cyber attacks, including those products utilized in cloud-based environments as well as our cloud service offerings. While some of our products contain encryption or security algorithms to protect third-party content or cloud service offerings. While some of our products contain encryption or security algorithms to protect third-party content or user-generated data stored on our products, these products could still be hacked or the encryption schemes could be user-generated data stored on our products, these products could still be hacked or the encryption schemes could be compromised, breached, or circumvented by motivated and sophisticated attackers. Further, our products contain sophisticated compromised, breached, or circumvented by motivated and sophisticated attackers. Further, our products contain sophisticated hardware and operating system software and applications that may contain security problems, security vulnerabilities, or defects hardware and operating system software and applications that may contain security problems, security vulnerabilities, or defects in design or manufacture, including “bugs” and other problems that could interfere with the intended operation of our products. in design or manufacture, including “bugs” and other problems that could interfere with the intended operation of our products. To the extent our products are hacked or the encryption schemes are compromised or breached, this could harm our business by To the extent our products are hacked or the encryption schemes are compromised or breached, this could harm our business by with respect to the allocation of our supply among our products and customers, which could result in less favorable gross with respect to the allocation of our supply among our products and customers, which could result in less favorable gross margins or damage customer relationships. margins or damage customer relationships. which could enhance the resources and lower the cost structure of some competitors. These factors could result in a substantial which could enhance the resources and lower the cost structure of some competitors. These factors could result in a substantial decrease in our market share and harm our business. decrease in our market share and harm our business. Our control over the operations of our business ventures may be limited, and our interests could diverge from our strategic Our control over the operations of our business ventures may be limited, and our interests could diverge from our strategic As we compete in new product areas, the overall complexity of our business may increase and may result in increases in As we compete in new product areas, the overall complexity of our business may increase and may result in increases in partners’ interests regarding ongoing and future activities. For example, under the Flash Ventures agreements, we cannot partners’ interests regarding ongoing and future activities. For example, under the Flash Ventures agreements, we cannot unilaterally direct most of Flash Ventures’ activities, and we have limited ability to source or fabricate flash outside of Flash unilaterally direct most of Flash Ventures’ activities, and we have limited ability to source or fabricate flash outside of Flash Ventures. Flash Ventures requires significant investments by both Kioxia and us for technology transitions and capacity Ventures. Flash Ventures requires significant investments by both Kioxia and us for technology transitions and capacity expansions, and our business could be harmed if our technology roadmap and investment plans are not sufficiently aligned with expansions, and our business could be harmed if our technology roadmap and investment plans are not sufficiently aligned with Kioxia’s. Lack of alignment with Kioxia with respect to Flash Ventures could negatively impact our ability to stay at the Kioxia’s. Lack of alignment with Kioxia with respect to Flash Ventures could negatively impact our ability to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. Misalignment could arise due to changes in Kioxia’s strategic priorities, management, forefront of technological advancement. Misalignment could arise due to changes in Kioxia’s strategic priorities, management, ownership and/or access to capital, which has changed in recent years and could continue to change. Kioxia’s stakeholders may ownership and/or access to capital, which has changed in recent years and could continue to change. Kioxia’s stakeholders may include, or have included in the past, competitors, customers, a private equity firm, government entities and/or public include, or have included in the past, competitors, customers, a private equity firm, government entities and/or public shareholders. Kioxia’s management changes, ownership and capital structure could lead to delays in decision-making, disputes shareholders. Kioxia’s management changes, ownership and capital structure could lead to delays in decision-making, disputes or changes in strategic direction that could negatively impact the strategic partnership, and therefore us. There may exist or changes in strategic direction that could negatively impact the strategic partnership, and therefore us. There may exist conflicts of interest between Kioxia’s stakeholders and Flash Ventures or us with respect to, among other things, protecting and conflicts of interest between Kioxia’s stakeholders and Flash Ventures or us with respect to, among other things, protecting and growing Flash Ventures’ business, IP and competitively sensitive confidential information. growing Flash Ventures’ business, IP and competitively sensitive confidential information. R&D expenses and substantial investments in manufacturing capability, technology enhancements and go-to-market capability. R&D expenses and substantial investments in manufacturing capability, technology enhancements and go-to-market capability. We must also qualify our products with customers through potentially lengthy testing processes with uncertain results. Some of We must also qualify our products with customers through potentially lengthy testing processes with uncertain results. Some of our competitors offer products that we do not offer, which may allow them to win sales from us, and some of our customers our competitors offer products that we do not offer, which may allow them to win sales from us, and some of our customers may be developing storage solutions internally, which may reduce their demand for our products. We expect that competition may be developing storage solutions internally, which may reduce their demand for our products. We expect that competition will continue to be intense, and our competitors may be able to gain a product offering or cost structure advantage over us, will continue to be intense, and our competitors may be able to gain a product offering or cost structure advantage over us, which would harm our business. Further, our competitors may utilize pricing strategies, including offering products at prices at which would harm our business. Further, our competitors may utilize pricing strategies, including offering products at prices at or below cost, that we may be unable to competitively match. We may also have difficulty effectively competing with or below cost, that we may be unable to competitively match. We may also have difficulty effectively competing with manufacturers benefiting from governmental investments. manufacturers benefiting from governmental investments. If we do not properly manage technology transitions and product development and introduction, our competitiveness and If we do not properly manage technology transitions and product development and introduction, our competitiveness and operating results may be negatively affected. operating results may be negatively affected. The markets for our products continuously undergo technology transitions that we must anticipate to adapt our existing The markets for our products continuously undergo technology transitions that we must anticipate to adapt our existing Together with Kioxia, we fund a portion of the investments required for Flash Ventures through lease financings. Together with Kioxia, we fund a portion of the investments required for Flash Ventures through lease financings. products or develop new products effectively. If we fail to implement new technologies or develop new products desired by our products or develop new products effectively. If we fail to implement new technologies or develop new products desired by our Availability of lease financings for Flash Ventures could also be limited by our and/or Kioxia’s financial performance. To the Availability of lease financings for Flash Ventures could also be limited by our and/or Kioxia’s financial performance. To the extent that lease financings are not accessible on favorable terms or at all, more cash would be required to fund investments. extent that lease financings are not accessible on favorable terms or at all, more cash would be required to fund investments. customers quickly and cost-effectively, our business may be harmed. customers quickly and cost-effectively, our business may be harmed. In addition, the success of our technology transitions and product development depends on a number of other factors, In addition, the success of our technology transitions and product development depends on a number of other factors, Our strategic relationships are subject to additional risks that could harm our business, including, but not limited to, the Our strategic relationships are subject to additional risks that could harm our business, including, but not limited to, the including: including: following: following: • • • • • • • • • • • • failure by our strategic partners to comply with applicable laws; failure by our strategic partners to comply with applicable laws; difficulties and delays in product and technology development at, ramping production at, and transferring technology difficulties and delays in product and technology development at, ramping production at, and transferring technology to, our strategic partners; to, our strategic partners; failure by our strategic partners to timely fund capital investments with us or otherwise meet their commitments, failure by our strategic partners to timely fund capital investments with us or otherwise meet their commitments, including paying amounts owed to us or third parties when due; including paying amounts owed to us or third parties when due; we may lose the rights to technology or products being developed or manufactured by strategic partners, including if we may lose the rights to technology or products being developed or manufactured by strategic partners, including if any of them is acquired by another company, files for bankruptcy or experiences financial or other losses; any of them is acquired by another company, files for bankruptcy or experiences financial or other losses; a bankruptcy event involving a strategic partner could result in structural changes to and/or termination of the strategic a bankruptcy event involving a strategic partner could result in structural changes to and/or termination of the strategic partnership; and partnership; and our products; our products; changes in tax or regulatory requirements may necessitate changes to the agreements governing our strategic changes in tax or regulatory requirements may necessitate changes to the agreements governing our strategic partnerships. partnerships. our ability to increase our software development capability; and our ability to increase our software development capability; and the effectiveness of our go-to-market capability in selling new products. the effectiveness of our go-to-market capability in selling new products. We participate in a highly competitive industry that is subject to declining ASPs, volatile demand, rapid technological We participate in a highly competitive industry that is subject to declining ASPs, volatile demand, rapid technological change and industry consolidation, as well as lengthy product qualifications, all of which could negatively impact our change and industry consolidation, as well as lengthy product qualifications, all of which could negatively impact our business. business. Moving to new technologies and products may require us to align to, and build, a new supply base. Our success in new Moving to new technologies and products may require us to align to, and build, a new supply base. Our success in new product areas may depend on our ability to enter into favorable supply agreements. In addition, if our customers choose to delay product areas may depend on our ability to enter into favorable supply agreements. In addition, if our customers choose to delay transition to new technologies, if demand for the products that we develop is lower than expected or if the supporting transition to new technologies, if demand for the products that we develop is lower than expected or if the supporting technologies to implement these new technologies are not available, we may be unable to achieve the cost structure required to technologies to implement these new technologies are not available, we may be unable to achieve the cost structure required to Demand for our devices, software and solutions, which we refer to in this Item 1A as our “products”, depends in large part Demand for our devices, software and solutions, which we refer to in this Item 1A as our “products”, depends in large part support our profit objectives or may be unable to grow or maintain our market position. support our profit objectives or may be unable to grow or maintain our market position. on the demand for systems manufactured by our customers and on storage upgrades to existing systems. The demand for on the demand for systems manufactured by our customers and on storage upgrades to existing systems. The demand for systems has been volatile in the past and often has had an exaggerated effect on the demand for our products in any given systems has been volatile in the past and often has had an exaggerated effect on the demand for our products in any given period. The prices of our products are influenced by, among other factors, the balance between supply and demand in the period. The prices of our products are influenced by, among other factors, the balance between supply and demand in the storage market, including the effects of new fab capacity, macroeconomic factors, business conditions, technology transitions storage market, including the effects of new fab capacity, macroeconomic factors, business conditions, technology transitions and other actions taken by us or our competitors. The storage market has experienced volatile product life cycles, which can and other actions taken by us or our competitors. The storage market has experienced volatile product life cycles, which can harm our ability to recover the cost of product development, and periods of excess capacity, which can lead to liquidation of harm our ability to recover the cost of product development, and periods of excess capacity, which can lead to liquidation of excess inventories, significant reductions in ASPs and negative impacts on our revenue and gross margins. excess inventories, significant reductions in ASPs and negative impacts on our revenue and gross margins. Further, our ASPs and gross margins tend to decline when there is a shift in the mix of product sales to lower priced Further, our ASPs and gross margins tend to decline when there is a shift in the mix of product sales to lower priced products. Further, we face potential gross margin pressures resulting from our ASPs declining more rapidly than our cost of products. Further, we face potential gross margin pressures resulting from our ASPs declining more rapidly than our cost of revenue. Rapid technological changes often reduce the volume and profitability of sales of existing products and increase the revenue. Rapid technological changes often reduce the volume and profitability of sales of existing products and increase the risk of inventory obsolescence. Finally, the data storage industry has experienced consolidation over the past several years, risk of inventory obsolescence. Finally, the data storage industry has experienced consolidation over the past several years, 18 18 19 19 R&D expenses and results; R&D expenses and results; difficulties faced in manufacturing ramp; difficulties faced in manufacturing ramp; • market acceptance/qualification; • market acceptance/qualification; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • effective management of inventory levels in line with anticipated product demand; effective management of inventory levels in line with anticipated product demand; the vertical integration of some of our products, which may result in more capital expenditures and greater fixed costs the vertical integration of some of our products, which may result in more capital expenditures and greater fixed costs than if we were not vertically integrated; than if we were not vertically integrated; our ability to cost effectively respond to customer requests for new products or features and software associated with our ability to cost effectively respond to customer requests for new products or features and software associated with Additionally, new products could substitute for our current products and make them obsolete. We also develop products to Additionally, new products could substitute for our current products and make them obsolete. We also develop products to meet certain industry and technical standards, which may change and cause us to incur substantial costs as we adapt to new meet certain industry and technical standards, which may change and cause us to incur substantial costs as we adapt to new standards or invest in different manufacturing processes to remain competitive. standards or invest in different manufacturing processes to remain competitive. with respect to the allocation of our supply among our products and customers, which could result in less favorable gross with respect to the allocation of our supply among our products and customers, which could result in less favorable gross margins or damage customer relationships. margins or damage customer relationships. which could enhance the resources and lower the cost structure of some competitors. These factors could result in a substantial which could enhance the resources and lower the cost structure of some competitors. These factors could result in a substantial decrease in our market share and harm our business. decrease in our market share and harm our business. Our control over the operations of our business ventures may be limited, and our interests could diverge from our strategic Our control over the operations of our business ventures may be limited, and our interests could diverge from our strategic partners’ interests regarding ongoing and future activities. For example, under the Flash Ventures agreements, we cannot partners’ interests regarding ongoing and future activities. For example, under the Flash Ventures agreements, we cannot unilaterally direct most of Flash Ventures’ activities, and we have limited ability to source or fabricate flash outside of Flash unilaterally direct most of Flash Ventures’ activities, and we have limited ability to source or fabricate flash outside of Flash Ventures. Flash Ventures requires significant investments by both Kioxia and us for technology transitions and capacity Ventures. Flash Ventures requires significant investments by both Kioxia and us for technology transitions and capacity expansions, and our business could be harmed if our technology roadmap and investment plans are not sufficiently aligned with expansions, and our business could be harmed if our technology roadmap and investment plans are not sufficiently aligned with Kioxia’s. Lack of alignment with Kioxia with respect to Flash Ventures could negatively impact our ability to stay at the Kioxia’s. Lack of alignment with Kioxia with respect to Flash Ventures could negatively impact our ability to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. Misalignment could arise due to changes in Kioxia’s strategic priorities, management, forefront of technological advancement. Misalignment could arise due to changes in Kioxia’s strategic priorities, management, ownership and/or access to capital, which has changed in recent years and could continue to change. Kioxia’s stakeholders may ownership and/or access to capital, which has changed in recent years and could continue to change. Kioxia’s stakeholders may include, or have included in the past, competitors, customers, a private equity firm, government entities and/or public include, or have included in the past, competitors, customers, a private equity firm, government entities and/or public shareholders. Kioxia’s management changes, ownership and capital structure could lead to delays in decision-making, disputes shareholders. Kioxia’s management changes, ownership and capital structure could lead to delays in decision-making, disputes or changes in strategic direction that could negatively impact the strategic partnership, and therefore us. There may exist or changes in strategic direction that could negatively impact the strategic partnership, and therefore us. There may exist As we compete in new product areas, the overall complexity of our business may increase and may result in increases in As we compete in new product areas, the overall complexity of our business may increase and may result in increases in R&D expenses and substantial investments in manufacturing capability, technology enhancements and go-to-market capability. R&D expenses and substantial investments in manufacturing capability, technology enhancements and go-to-market capability. We must also qualify our products with customers through potentially lengthy testing processes with uncertain results. Some of We must also qualify our products with customers through potentially lengthy testing processes with uncertain results. Some of our competitors offer products that we do not offer, which may allow them to win sales from us, and some of our customers our competitors offer products that we do not offer, which may allow them to win sales from us, and some of our customers may be developing storage solutions internally, which may reduce their demand for our products. We expect that competition may be developing storage solutions internally, which may reduce their demand for our products. We expect that competition will continue to be intense, and our competitors may be able to gain a product offering or cost structure advantage over us, will continue to be intense, and our competitors may be able to gain a product offering or cost structure advantage over us, which would harm our business. Further, our competitors may utilize pricing strategies, including offering products at prices at which would harm our business. Further, our competitors may utilize pricing strategies, including offering products at prices at or below cost, that we may be unable to competitively match. We may also have difficulty effectively competing with or below cost, that we may be unable to competitively match. We may also have difficulty effectively competing with manufacturers benefiting from governmental investments. manufacturers benefiting from governmental investments. If we do not properly manage technology transitions and product development and introduction, our competitiveness and If we do not properly manage technology transitions and product development and introduction, our competitiveness and conflicts of interest between Kioxia’s stakeholders and Flash Ventures or us with respect to, among other things, protecting and conflicts of interest between Kioxia’s stakeholders and Flash Ventures or us with respect to, among other things, protecting and operating results may be negatively affected. operating results may be negatively affected. growing Flash Ventures’ business, IP and competitively sensitive confidential information. growing Flash Ventures’ business, IP and competitively sensitive confidential information. The markets for our products continuously undergo technology transitions that we must anticipate to adapt our existing The markets for our products continuously undergo technology transitions that we must anticipate to adapt our existing products or develop new products effectively. If we fail to implement new technologies or develop new products desired by our products or develop new products effectively. If we fail to implement new technologies or develop new products desired by our customers quickly and cost-effectively, our business may be harmed. customers quickly and cost-effectively, our business may be harmed. In addition, the success of our technology transitions and product development depends on a number of other factors, In addition, the success of our technology transitions and product development depends on a number of other factors, Our strategic relationships are subject to additional risks that could harm our business, including, but not limited to, the Our strategic relationships are subject to additional risks that could harm our business, including, but not limited to, the including: including: • • • • R&D expenses and results; R&D expenses and results; difficulties faced in manufacturing ramp; difficulties faced in manufacturing ramp; • market acceptance/qualification; • market acceptance/qualification; • • • • • • • • • • effective management of inventory levels in line with anticipated product demand; effective management of inventory levels in line with anticipated product demand; the vertical integration of some of our products, which may result in more capital expenditures and greater fixed costs the vertical integration of some of our products, which may result in more capital expenditures and greater fixed costs than if we were not vertically integrated; than if we were not vertically integrated; our ability to cost effectively respond to customer requests for new products or features and software associated with our ability to cost effectively respond to customer requests for new products or features and software associated with our products; our products; our ability to increase our software development capability; and our ability to increase our software development capability; and the effectiveness of our go-to-market capability in selling new products. the effectiveness of our go-to-market capability in selling new products. Moving to new technologies and products may require us to align to, and build, a new supply base. Our success in new Moving to new technologies and products may require us to align to, and build, a new supply base. Our success in new product areas may depend on our ability to enter into favorable supply agreements. In addition, if our customers choose to delay product areas may depend on our ability to enter into favorable supply agreements. In addition, if our customers choose to delay transition to new technologies, if demand for the products that we develop is lower than expected or if the supporting transition to new technologies, if demand for the products that we develop is lower than expected or if the supporting technologies to implement these new technologies are not available, we may be unable to achieve the cost structure required to technologies to implement these new technologies are not available, we may be unable to achieve the cost structure required to support our profit objectives or may be unable to grow or maintain our market position. support our profit objectives or may be unable to grow or maintain our market position. Additionally, new products could substitute for our current products and make them obsolete. We also develop products to Additionally, new products could substitute for our current products and make them obsolete. We also develop products to meet certain industry and technical standards, which may change and cause us to incur substantial costs as we adapt to new meet certain industry and technical standards, which may change and cause us to incur substantial costs as we adapt to new standards or invest in different manufacturing processes to remain competitive. standards or invest in different manufacturing processes to remain competitive. 18 18 19 19 Together with Kioxia, we fund a portion of the investments required for Flash Ventures through lease financings. Together with Kioxia, we fund a portion of the investments required for Flash Ventures through lease financings. Availability of lease financings for Flash Ventures could also be limited by our and/or Kioxia’s financial performance. To the Availability of lease financings for Flash Ventures could also be limited by our and/or Kioxia’s financial performance. To the extent that lease financings are not accessible on favorable terms or at all, more cash would be required to fund investments. extent that lease financings are not accessible on favorable terms or at all, more cash would be required to fund investments. following: following: failure by our strategic partners to comply with applicable laws; failure by our strategic partners to comply with applicable laws; • • • • • • • • • • • • partnership; and partnership; and partnerships. partnerships. difficulties and delays in product and technology development at, ramping production at, and transferring technology difficulties and delays in product and technology development at, ramping production at, and transferring technology to, our strategic partners; to, our strategic partners; failure by our strategic partners to timely fund capital investments with us or otherwise meet their commitments, failure by our strategic partners to timely fund capital investments with us or otherwise meet their commitments, including paying amounts owed to us or third parties when due; including paying amounts owed to us or third parties when due; we may lose the rights to technology or products being developed or manufactured by strategic partners, including if we may lose the rights to technology or products being developed or manufactured by strategic partners, including if any of them is acquired by another company, files for bankruptcy or experiences financial or other losses; any of them is acquired by another company, files for bankruptcy or experiences financial or other losses; a bankruptcy event involving a strategic partner could result in structural changes to and/or termination of the strategic a bankruptcy event involving a strategic partner could result in structural changes to and/or termination of the strategic changes in tax or regulatory requirements may necessitate changes to the agreements governing our strategic changes in tax or regulatory requirements may necessitate changes to the agreements governing our strategic We participate in a highly competitive industry that is subject to declining ASPs, volatile demand, rapid technological We participate in a highly competitive industry that is subject to declining ASPs, volatile demand, rapid technological change and industry consolidation, as well as lengthy product qualifications, all of which could negatively impact our change and industry consolidation, as well as lengthy product qualifications, all of which could negatively impact our business. business. Demand for our devices, software and solutions, which we refer to in this Item 1A as our “products”, depends in large part Demand for our devices, software and solutions, which we refer to in this Item 1A as our “products”, depends in large part on the demand for systems manufactured by our customers and on storage upgrades to existing systems. The demand for on the demand for systems manufactured by our customers and on storage upgrades to existing systems. The demand for systems has been volatile in the past and often has had an exaggerated effect on the demand for our products in any given systems has been volatile in the past and often has had an exaggerated effect on the demand for our products in any given period. The prices of our products are influenced by, among other factors, the balance between supply and demand in the period. The prices of our products are influenced by, among other factors, the balance between supply and demand in the storage market, including the effects of new fab capacity, macroeconomic factors, business conditions, technology transitions storage market, including the effects of new fab capacity, macroeconomic factors, business conditions, technology transitions and other actions taken by us or our competitors. The storage market has experienced volatile product life cycles, which can and other actions taken by us or our competitors. The storage market has experienced volatile product life cycles, which can harm our ability to recover the cost of product development, and periods of excess capacity, which can lead to liquidation of harm our ability to recover the cost of product development, and periods of excess capacity, which can lead to liquidation of excess inventories, significant reductions in ASPs and negative impacts on our revenue and gross margins. excess inventories, significant reductions in ASPs and negative impacts on our revenue and gross margins. Further, our ASPs and gross margins tend to decline when there is a shift in the mix of product sales to lower priced Further, our ASPs and gross margins tend to decline when there is a shift in the mix of product sales to lower priced products. Further, we face potential gross margin pressures resulting from our ASPs declining more rapidly than our cost of products. Further, we face potential gross margin pressures resulting from our ASPs declining more rapidly than our cost of revenue. Rapid technological changes often reduce the volume and profitability of sales of existing products and increase the revenue. Rapid technological changes often reduce the volume and profitability of sales of existing products and increase the risk of inventory obsolescence. Finally, the data storage industry has experienced consolidation over the past several years, risk of inventory obsolescence. Finally, the data storage industry has experienced consolidation over the past several years, We experience sales seasonality and cyclicality, which could cause our operating results to fluctuate. In addition, We experience sales seasonality and cyclicality, which could cause our operating results to fluctuate. In addition, accurately forecasting demand has become more difficult, which could harm our business. accurately forecasting demand has become more difficult, which could harm our business. retention. In addition, we cannot be sure that these actions will be as successful in reducing our overall expenses as we expect, retention. In addition, we cannot be sure that these actions will be as successful in reducing our overall expenses as we expect, that additional costs will not offset any such reductions or consolidations or that we do not forego future business opportunities that additional costs will not offset any such reductions or consolidations or that we do not forego future business opportunities Sales of many of our products tend to be seasonal and subject to supply-demand cycles. Changes in seasonal and cyclical Sales of many of our products tend to be seasonal and subject to supply-demand cycles. Changes in seasonal and cyclical supply and demand patterns have made it, and could continue to make it, more difficult for us to forecast demand. Changes in supply and demand patterns have made it, and could continue to make it, more difficult for us to forecast demand. Changes in the product or channel mix of our business can also impact seasonal and cyclical patterns. For example, we often ship a high the product or channel mix of our business can also impact seasonal and cyclical patterns. For example, we often ship a high percentage of our total quarterly sales in the third month of the quarter, which makes it difficult for us to forecast our financial percentage of our total quarterly sales in the third month of the quarter, which makes it difficult for us to forecast our financial results before the end of each quarter. As a result of the above or other factors, our forecast of financial results for a given results before the end of each quarter. As a result of the above or other factors, our forecast of financial results for a given quarter may differ materially from our actual financial results. quarter may differ materially from our actual financial results. The variety and volume of products we manufacture are based in part on accurately forecasting market and customer The variety and volume of products we manufacture are based in part on accurately forecasting market and customer demand for our products. Accurately forecasting demand has also become increasingly difficult for us, our customers and our demand for our products. Accurately forecasting demand has also become increasingly difficult for us, our customers and our suppliers due to volatility in global economic conditions, end market dynamics and industry consolidation, resulting in less suppliers due to volatility in global economic conditions, end market dynamics and industry consolidation, resulting in less availability of historical market data for certain product segments. Further, for many of our OEM customers utilizing just-in- availability of historical market data for certain product segments. Further, for many of our OEM customers utilizing just-in- time inventory, we do not generally require firm order commitments and instead receive a periodic forecast of requirements, time inventory, we do not generally require firm order commitments and instead receive a periodic forecast of requirements, which may prove to be inaccurate. In addition, because our products are designed to be largely interchangeable with which may prove to be inaccurate. In addition, because our products are designed to be largely interchangeable with competitors’ products, our demand forecasts may be impacted significantly by the strategic actions of our competitors. As competitors’ products, our demand forecasts may be impacted significantly by the strategic actions of our competitors. As forecasting demand becomes more difficult, the risk that our forecasts are not in line with demand increases. If our forecasts forecasting demand becomes more difficult, the risk that our forecasts are not in line with demand increases. If our forecasts exceed actual market demand, we could experience periods of product oversupply, excess inventory, and price decreases, which exceed actual market demand, we could experience periods of product oversupply, excess inventory, and price decreases, which could impact our sales, ASPs and gross margin, thereby negatively affecting our operating results and our financial condition. If could impact our sales, ASPs and gross margin, thereby negatively affecting our operating results and our financial condition. If market demand increases significantly beyond our forecasts or beyond our ability to add manufacturing capacity, then we may market demand increases significantly beyond our forecasts or beyond our ability to add manufacturing capacity, then we may not be able to satisfy customer product needs, possibly resulting in a loss of market share if our competitors are able to meet not be able to satisfy customer product needs, possibly resulting in a loss of market share if our competitors are able to meet customer demands. In addition, some of our components have long lead-times, requiring us to place orders several months in customer demands. In addition, some of our components have long lead-times, requiring us to place orders several months in advance of anticipated demand. Such long lead-times increase the risk of excess inventory or loss of sales in the event our advance of anticipated demand. Such long lead-times increase the risk of excess inventory or loss of sales in the event our forecasts vary substantially from actual demand. forecasts vary substantially from actual demand. Failure to successfully execute on strategic initiatives including acquisitions, divestitures or cost saving measures may Failure to successfully execute on strategic initiatives including acquisitions, divestitures or cost saving measures may negatively impact our future results. negatively impact our future results. We have made and expect to continue to make acquisitions and divestitures, and engage in cost saving measures. We have made and expect to continue to make acquisitions and divestitures, and engage in cost saving measures. Acquisitions of, investment opportunities in, or other significant transactions with companies that are complementary to our Acquisitions of, investment opportunities in, or other significant transactions with companies that are complementary to our business are a key part of our overall business strategy. In order to pursue this part of our growth strategy successfully, we must business are a key part of our overall business strategy. In order to pursue this part of our growth strategy successfully, we must continue to identify attractive acquisition or investment opportunities, successfully complete the transactions, some of which continue to identify attractive acquisition or investment opportunities, successfully complete the transactions, some of which may be large and complex, and manage post-closing issues such as integration of the acquired company or employees. We may may be large and complex, and manage post-closing issues such as integration of the acquired company or employees. We may not be able to continue to identify or complete appealing acquisition or investment opportunities given the intense competition not be able to continue to identify or complete appealing acquisition or investment opportunities given the intense competition for these transactions. Even if we identify and complete suitable corporate transactions, we may not be able to successfully for these transactions. Even if we identify and complete suitable corporate transactions, we may not be able to successfully address any integration challenges in a timely manner, or at all. There may be difficulties with implementing new systems and address any integration challenges in a timely manner, or at all. There may be difficulties with implementing new systems and processes or with integrating systems and processes of companies with complex operations, which could result in processes or with integrating systems and processes of companies with complex operations, which could result in inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies and may increase the risk that our internal controls are found to inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies and may increase the risk that our internal controls are found to be ineffective. be ineffective. Failing to successfully integrate or realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies of an Failing to successfully integrate or realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies of an acquisition may result in not realizing all or any of the anticipated benefits of the acquisition. In addition, failing to achieve the acquisition may result in not realizing all or any of the anticipated benefits of the acquisition. In addition, failing to achieve the financial model projections for an acquisition or changes in technology development and related roadmaps following an financial model projections for an acquisition or changes in technology development and related roadmaps following an acquisition may result in the incurrence of impairment charges and other expenses, both of which could negatively impact our acquisition may result in the incurrence of impairment charges and other expenses, both of which could negatively impact our results of operations or financial condition. Acquisitions and investments may also result in the issuance of equity securities that results of operations or financial condition. Acquisitions and investments may also result in the issuance of equity securities that may be dilutive to our shareholders as well as earn-out or other contingent consideration payments and the issuance of may be dilutive to our shareholders as well as earn-out or other contingent consideration payments and the issuance of additional indebtedness that would put additional pressure on liquidity. Furthermore, we may agree to provide continuing additional indebtedness that would put additional pressure on liquidity. Furthermore, we may agree to provide continuing service obligations or enter into other agreements in order to obtain certain regulatory approvals of our corporate transactions, service obligations or enter into other agreements in order to obtain certain regulatory approvals of our corporate transactions, and failure to satisfy these additional obligations could result in our failing to obtain regulatory approvals or the imposition of and failure to satisfy these additional obligations could result in our failing to obtain regulatory approvals or the imposition of additional obligations on us, any of which could negatively affect our business. In addition, new legislation or additional additional obligations on us, any of which could negatively affect our business. In addition, new legislation or additional regulations may affect or impair our ability to invest with or in certain other countries or require us to obtain regulatory regulations may affect or impair our ability to invest with or in certain other countries or require us to obtain regulatory approvals to do so, including investments in joint ventures, minority investments and outbound technology transfers to certain approvals to do so, including investments in joint ventures, minority investments and outbound technology transfers to certain countries. countries. Cost saving measures, restructurings and divestitures may result in workforce reduction and consolidation of our Cost saving measures, restructurings and divestitures may result in workforce reduction and consolidation of our manufacturing or other facilities. As a result of these actions, we may experience a loss of continuity, loss of accumulated manufacturing or other facilities. As a result of these actions, we may experience a loss of continuity, loss of accumulated knowledge, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. These actions could also impact employee knowledge, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. These actions could also impact employee as a result of these actions. as a result of these actions. Loss of revenue from a key customer, or consolidation among our customer base, could harm our operating results. Loss of revenue from a key customer, or consolidation among our customer base, could harm our operating results. Historically, nearly one half of our total revenue came from sales to our top 10 customers. These customers have a variety Historically, nearly one half of our total revenue came from sales to our top 10 customers. These customers have a variety of suppliers to choose from and therefore can make substantial demands on us, including demands on product pricing and on of suppliers to choose from and therefore can make substantial demands on us, including demands on product pricing and on contractual terms, often resulting in the allocation of risk to us as the supplier. Our ability to maintain strong relationships with contractual terms, often resulting in the allocation of risk to us as the supplier. Our ability to maintain strong relationships with our principal customers is essential to our future performance. We have experienced and may in the future experience events our principal customers is essential to our future performance. We have experienced and may in the future experience events such as the loss of a key customer, prohibition or restriction of sales to a key customer by law, regulation or other government such as the loss of a key customer, prohibition or restriction of sales to a key customer by law, regulation or other government action, reductions in sales to or orders by a key customer, customer requirements to reduce our prices before we are able to action, reductions in sales to or orders by a key customer, customer requirements to reduce our prices before we are able to reduce costs or the acquisition of a key customer by one of our competitors. These events would likely harm our operating reduce costs or the acquisition of a key customer by one of our competitors. These events would likely harm our operating results and financial condition. Further, government authorities may implement laws or regulations or take other actions that results and financial condition. Further, government authorities may implement laws or regulations or take other actions that could result in significant changes to the business or operating models of our customers. Such changes could negatively impact could result in significant changes to the business or operating models of our customers. Such changes could negatively impact our operating results. our operating results. Additionally, if there is consolidation among our customer base, our customers may be able to command increased Additionally, if there is consolidation among our customer base, our customers may be able to command increased leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. Consolidation among our leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. Consolidation among our customer base may also lead to reduced demand for our products, increased customer pressure on our prices, replacement of our customer base may also lead to reduced demand for our products, increased customer pressure on our prices, replacement of our products by the combined entity with those of our competitors and cancellations of orders, each of which could harm our products by the combined entity with those of our competitors and cancellations of orders, each of which could harm our operating results. operating results. Also, the storage ecosystem is constantly evolving, and our traditional customer base is changing. Fewer companies now Also, the storage ecosystem is constantly evolving, and our traditional customer base is changing. Fewer companies now hold greater market share for certain applications and services, such as cloud storage and computing platforms, mobile, social hold greater market share for certain applications and services, such as cloud storage and computing platforms, mobile, social media, shopping and streaming media. As a result, the competitive landscape is changing, giving these companies increased media, shopping and streaming media. As a result, the competitive landscape is changing, giving these companies increased leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. In addition, the changes leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. In addition, the changes in our evolving customer base create new selling and distribution patterns to which we must adapt. To remain competitive, we in our evolving customer base create new selling and distribution patterns to which we must adapt. To remain competitive, we must respond to these changes by ensuring we have proper scale in this evolving market, as well as offer products that meet the must respond to these changes by ensuring we have proper scale in this evolving market, as well as offer products that meet the technological requirements of this customer base at competitive pricing points. To the extent we are not successful in technological requirements of this customer base at competitive pricing points. To the extent we are not successful in adequately responding to these changes, our operating results and financial condition could be harmed. adequately responding to these changes, our operating results and financial condition could be harmed. Sales in the distribution channel and to the retail market are important to our business, and if we fail to respond to Sales in the distribution channel and to the retail market are important to our business, and if we fail to respond to demand changes within these markets, or maintain and grow our applicable market share, our business could suffer. demand changes within these markets, or maintain and grow our applicable market share, our business could suffer. Our distribution customers typically sell to small computer manufacturers, dealers, systems integrators and other resellers. Our distribution customers typically sell to small computer manufacturers, dealers, systems integrators and other resellers. We face significant competition in this channel as a result of limited product qualification programs and a significant focus on We face significant competition in this channel as a result of limited product qualification programs and a significant focus on price and availability of product. As a result of the shift to mobile devices, more computing devices are being delivered to the price and availability of product. As a result of the shift to mobile devices, more computing devices are being delivered to the market as complete systems, which could weaken the distribution market. If we fail to respond to changes in demand in the market as complete systems, which could weaken the distribution market. If we fail to respond to changes in demand in the distribution market, our business could suffer. Additionally, if the distribution market weakens as a result of technology distribution market, our business could suffer. Additionally, if the distribution market weakens as a result of technology transitions or a significant change in consumer buying preference, or if we experience significant price declines due to demand transitions or a significant change in consumer buying preference, or if we experience significant price declines due to demand changes in the distribution channel, our operating results would be negatively impacted. Negative changes in the changes in the distribution channel, our operating results would be negatively impacted. Negative changes in the creditworthiness or the ability to access credit, or the bankruptcy or shutdown of any of our significant retail or distribution creditworthiness or the ability to access credit, or the bankruptcy or shutdown of any of our significant retail or distribution partners would harm our revenue and our ability to collect outstanding receivable balances. partners would harm our revenue and our ability to collect outstanding receivable balances. A significant portion of our sales is also made through retailers. Our success in the retail market depends in large part on A significant portion of our sales is also made through retailers. Our success in the retail market depends in large part on our ability to maintain our brand image and corporate reputation and to expand into and gain market acceptance of our products our ability to maintain our brand image and corporate reputation and to expand into and gain market acceptance of our products in multiple retail market channels. Particularly in the retail market, negative publicity, whether or not justified, or allegations of in multiple retail market channels. Particularly in the retail market, negative publicity, whether or not justified, or allegations of product or service quality issues, even if false or unfounded, could damage our reputation and cause our customers to choose product or service quality issues, even if false or unfounded, could damage our reputation and cause our customers to choose products offered by our competitors. Further, changes to the retail environment, such as store closures caused by products offered by our competitors. Further, changes to the retail environment, such as store closures caused by macroeconomic conditions or changing customer preferences, may reduce the demand for our products. If customers no longer macroeconomic conditions or changing customer preferences, may reduce the demand for our products. If customers no longer maintain a preference for our product brands or if our retailers are not successful in selling our products, our operating results maintain a preference for our product brands or if our retailers are not successful in selling our products, our operating results may be negatively impacted. may be negatively impacted. 20 20 21 21 We experience sales seasonality and cyclicality, which could cause our operating results to fluctuate. In addition, We experience sales seasonality and cyclicality, which could cause our operating results to fluctuate. In addition, accurately forecasting demand has become more difficult, which could harm our business. accurately forecasting demand has become more difficult, which could harm our business. Sales of many of our products tend to be seasonal and subject to supply-demand cycles. Changes in seasonal and cyclical Sales of many of our products tend to be seasonal and subject to supply-demand cycles. Changes in seasonal and cyclical supply and demand patterns have made it, and could continue to make it, more difficult for us to forecast demand. Changes in supply and demand patterns have made it, and could continue to make it, more difficult for us to forecast demand. Changes in the product or channel mix of our business can also impact seasonal and cyclical patterns. For example, we often ship a high the product or channel mix of our business can also impact seasonal and cyclical patterns. For example, we often ship a high results before the end of each quarter. As a result of the above or other factors, our forecast of financial results for a given results before the end of each quarter. As a result of the above or other factors, our forecast of financial results for a given quarter may differ materially from our actual financial results. quarter may differ materially from our actual financial results. The variety and volume of products we manufacture are based in part on accurately forecasting market and customer The variety and volume of products we manufacture are based in part on accurately forecasting market and customer demand for our products. Accurately forecasting demand has also become increasingly difficult for us, our customers and our demand for our products. Accurately forecasting demand has also become increasingly difficult for us, our customers and our suppliers due to volatility in global economic conditions, end market dynamics and industry consolidation, resulting in less suppliers due to volatility in global economic conditions, end market dynamics and industry consolidation, resulting in less availability of historical market data for certain product segments. Further, for many of our OEM customers utilizing just-in- availability of historical market data for certain product segments. Further, for many of our OEM customers utilizing just-in- time inventory, we do not generally require firm order commitments and instead receive a periodic forecast of requirements, time inventory, we do not generally require firm order commitments and instead receive a periodic forecast of requirements, which may prove to be inaccurate. In addition, because our products are designed to be largely interchangeable with which may prove to be inaccurate. In addition, because our products are designed to be largely interchangeable with competitors’ products, our demand forecasts may be impacted significantly by the strategic actions of our competitors. As competitors’ products, our demand forecasts may be impacted significantly by the strategic actions of our competitors. As forecasting demand becomes more difficult, the risk that our forecasts are not in line with demand increases. If our forecasts forecasting demand becomes more difficult, the risk that our forecasts are not in line with demand increases. If our forecasts exceed actual market demand, we could experience periods of product oversupply, excess inventory, and price decreases, which exceed actual market demand, we could experience periods of product oversupply, excess inventory, and price decreases, which could impact our sales, ASPs and gross margin, thereby negatively affecting our operating results and our financial condition. If could impact our sales, ASPs and gross margin, thereby negatively affecting our operating results and our financial condition. If market demand increases significantly beyond our forecasts or beyond our ability to add manufacturing capacity, then we may market demand increases significantly beyond our forecasts or beyond our ability to add manufacturing capacity, then we may not be able to satisfy customer product needs, possibly resulting in a loss of market share if our competitors are able to meet not be able to satisfy customer product needs, possibly resulting in a loss of market share if our competitors are able to meet customer demands. In addition, some of our components have long lead-times, requiring us to place orders several months in customer demands. In addition, some of our components have long lead-times, requiring us to place orders several months in advance of anticipated demand. Such long lead-times increase the risk of excess inventory or loss of sales in the event our advance of anticipated demand. Such long lead-times increase the risk of excess inventory or loss of sales in the event our forecasts vary substantially from actual demand. forecasts vary substantially from actual demand. Failure to successfully execute on strategic initiatives including acquisitions, divestitures or cost saving measures may Failure to successfully execute on strategic initiatives including acquisitions, divestitures or cost saving measures may negatively impact our future results. negatively impact our future results. We have made and expect to continue to make acquisitions and divestitures, and engage in cost saving measures. We have made and expect to continue to make acquisitions and divestitures, and engage in cost saving measures. Acquisitions of, investment opportunities in, or other significant transactions with companies that are complementary to our Acquisitions of, investment opportunities in, or other significant transactions with companies that are complementary to our business are a key part of our overall business strategy. In order to pursue this part of our growth strategy successfully, we must business are a key part of our overall business strategy. In order to pursue this part of our growth strategy successfully, we must continue to identify attractive acquisition or investment opportunities, successfully complete the transactions, some of which continue to identify attractive acquisition or investment opportunities, successfully complete the transactions, some of which may be large and complex, and manage post-closing issues such as integration of the acquired company or employees. We may may be large and complex, and manage post-closing issues such as integration of the acquired company or employees. We may not be able to continue to identify or complete appealing acquisition or investment opportunities given the intense competition not be able to continue to identify or complete appealing acquisition or investment opportunities given the intense competition for these transactions. Even if we identify and complete suitable corporate transactions, we may not be able to successfully for these transactions. Even if we identify and complete suitable corporate transactions, we may not be able to successfully address any integration challenges in a timely manner, or at all. There may be difficulties with implementing new systems and address any integration challenges in a timely manner, or at all. There may be difficulties with implementing new systems and processes or with integrating systems and processes of companies with complex operations, which could result in processes or with integrating systems and processes of companies with complex operations, which could result in inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies and may increase the risk that our internal controls are found to inconsistencies in standards, controls, procedures and policies and may increase the risk that our internal controls are found to be ineffective. be ineffective. Failing to successfully integrate or realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies of an Failing to successfully integrate or realign our business to take advantage of efficiencies or reduce redundancies of an acquisition may result in not realizing all or any of the anticipated benefits of the acquisition. In addition, failing to achieve the acquisition may result in not realizing all or any of the anticipated benefits of the acquisition. In addition, failing to achieve the financial model projections for an acquisition or changes in technology development and related roadmaps following an financial model projections for an acquisition or changes in technology development and related roadmaps following an acquisition may result in the incurrence of impairment charges and other expenses, both of which could negatively impact our acquisition may result in the incurrence of impairment charges and other expenses, both of which could negatively impact our results of operations or financial condition. Acquisitions and investments may also result in the issuance of equity securities that results of operations or financial condition. Acquisitions and investments may also result in the issuance of equity securities that may be dilutive to our shareholders as well as earn-out or other contingent consideration payments and the issuance of may be dilutive to our shareholders as well as earn-out or other contingent consideration payments and the issuance of additional indebtedness that would put additional pressure on liquidity. Furthermore, we may agree to provide continuing additional indebtedness that would put additional pressure on liquidity. Furthermore, we may agree to provide continuing service obligations or enter into other agreements in order to obtain certain regulatory approvals of our corporate transactions, service obligations or enter into other agreements in order to obtain certain regulatory approvals of our corporate transactions, and failure to satisfy these additional obligations could result in our failing to obtain regulatory approvals or the imposition of and failure to satisfy these additional obligations could result in our failing to obtain regulatory approvals or the imposition of additional obligations on us, any of which could negatively affect our business. In addition, new legislation or additional additional obligations on us, any of which could negatively affect our business. In addition, new legislation or additional regulations may affect or impair our ability to invest with or in certain other countries or require us to obtain regulatory regulations may affect or impair our ability to invest with or in certain other countries or require us to obtain regulatory approvals to do so, including investments in joint ventures, minority investments and outbound technology transfers to certain approvals to do so, including investments in joint ventures, minority investments and outbound technology transfers to certain countries. countries. Cost saving measures, restructurings and divestitures may result in workforce reduction and consolidation of our Cost saving measures, restructurings and divestitures may result in workforce reduction and consolidation of our manufacturing or other facilities. As a result of these actions, we may experience a loss of continuity, loss of accumulated manufacturing or other facilities. As a result of these actions, we may experience a loss of continuity, loss of accumulated knowledge, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. These actions could also impact employee knowledge, disruptions to our operations and inefficiency during transitional periods. These actions could also impact employee percentage of our total quarterly sales in the third month of the quarter, which makes it difficult for us to forecast our financial percentage of our total quarterly sales in the third month of the quarter, which makes it difficult for us to forecast our financial Historically, nearly one half of our total revenue came from sales to our top 10 customers. These customers have a variety Historically, nearly one half of our total revenue came from sales to our top 10 customers. These customers have a variety retention. In addition, we cannot be sure that these actions will be as successful in reducing our overall expenses as we expect, retention. In addition, we cannot be sure that these actions will be as successful in reducing our overall expenses as we expect, that additional costs will not offset any such reductions or consolidations or that we do not forego future business opportunities that additional costs will not offset any such reductions or consolidations or that we do not forego future business opportunities as a result of these actions. as a result of these actions. Loss of revenue from a key customer, or consolidation among our customer base, could harm our operating results. Loss of revenue from a key customer, or consolidation among our customer base, could harm our operating results. of suppliers to choose from and therefore can make substantial demands on us, including demands on product pricing and on of suppliers to choose from and therefore can make substantial demands on us, including demands on product pricing and on contractual terms, often resulting in the allocation of risk to us as the supplier. Our ability to maintain strong relationships with contractual terms, often resulting in the allocation of risk to us as the supplier. Our ability to maintain strong relationships with our principal customers is essential to our future performance. We have experienced and may in the future experience events our principal customers is essential to our future performance. We have experienced and may in the future experience events such as the loss of a key customer, prohibition or restriction of sales to a key customer by law, regulation or other government such as the loss of a key customer, prohibition or restriction of sales to a key customer by law, regulation or other government action, reductions in sales to or orders by a key customer, customer requirements to reduce our prices before we are able to action, reductions in sales to or orders by a key customer, customer requirements to reduce our prices before we are able to reduce costs or the acquisition of a key customer by one of our competitors. These events would likely harm our operating reduce costs or the acquisition of a key customer by one of our competitors. These events would likely harm our operating results and financial condition. Further, government authorities may implement laws or regulations or take other actions that results and financial condition. Further, government authorities may implement laws or regulations or take other actions that could result in significant changes to the business or operating models of our customers. Such changes could negatively impact could result in significant changes to the business or operating models of our customers. Such changes could negatively impact our operating results. our operating results. Additionally, if there is consolidation among our customer base, our customers may be able to command increased Additionally, if there is consolidation among our customer base, our customers may be able to command increased leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. Consolidation among our leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. Consolidation among our customer base may also lead to reduced demand for our products, increased customer pressure on our prices, replacement of our customer base may also lead to reduced demand for our products, increased customer pressure on our prices, replacement of our products by the combined entity with those of our competitors and cancellations of orders, each of which could harm our products by the combined entity with those of our competitors and cancellations of orders, each of which could harm our operating results. operating results. Also, the storage ecosystem is constantly evolving, and our traditional customer base is changing. Fewer companies now Also, the storage ecosystem is constantly evolving, and our traditional customer base is changing. Fewer companies now hold greater market share for certain applications and services, such as cloud storage and computing platforms, mobile, social hold greater market share for certain applications and services, such as cloud storage and computing platforms, mobile, social media, shopping and streaming media. As a result, the competitive landscape is changing, giving these companies increased media, shopping and streaming media. As a result, the competitive landscape is changing, giving these companies increased leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. In addition, the changes leverage in negotiating prices and other terms of sale, which could negatively impact our profitability. In addition, the changes in our evolving customer base create new selling and distribution patterns to which we must adapt. To remain competitive, we in our evolving customer base create new selling and distribution patterns to which we must adapt. To remain competitive, we must respond to these changes by ensuring we have proper scale in this evolving market, as well as offer products that meet the must respond to these changes by ensuring we have proper scale in this evolving market, as well as offer products that meet the technological requirements of this customer base at competitive pricing points. To the extent we are not successful in technological requirements of this customer base at competitive pricing points. To the extent we are not successful in adequately responding to these changes, our operating results and financial condition could be harmed. adequately responding to these changes, our operating results and financial condition could be harmed. Sales in the distribution channel and to the retail market are important to our business, and if we fail to respond to Sales in the distribution channel and to the retail market are important to our business, and if we fail to respond to demand changes within these markets, or maintain and grow our applicable market share, our business could suffer. demand changes within these markets, or maintain and grow our applicable market share, our business could suffer. Our distribution customers typically sell to small computer manufacturers, dealers, systems integrators and other resellers. Our distribution customers typically sell to small computer manufacturers, dealers, systems integrators and other resellers. We face significant competition in this channel as a result of limited product qualification programs and a significant focus on We face significant competition in this channel as a result of limited product qualification programs and a significant focus on price and availability of product. As a result of the shift to mobile devices, more computing devices are being delivered to the price and availability of product. As a result of the shift to mobile devices, more computing devices are being delivered to the market as complete systems, which could weaken the distribution market. If we fail to respond to changes in demand in the market as complete systems, which could weaken the distribution market. If we fail to respond to changes in demand in the distribution market, our business could suffer. Additionally, if the distribution market weakens as a result of technology distribution market, our business could suffer. Additionally, if the distribution market weakens as a result of technology transitions or a significant change in consumer buying preference, or if we experience significant price declines due to demand transitions or a significant change in consumer buying preference, or if we experience significant price declines due to demand changes in the distribution channel, our operating results would be negatively impacted. Negative changes in the changes in the distribution channel, our operating results would be negatively impacted. Negative changes in the creditworthiness or the ability to access credit, or the bankruptcy or shutdown of any of our significant retail or distribution creditworthiness or the ability to access credit, or the bankruptcy or shutdown of any of our significant retail or distribution partners would harm our revenue and our ability to collect outstanding receivable balances. partners would harm our revenue and our ability to collect outstanding receivable balances. A significant portion of our sales is also made through retailers. Our success in the retail market depends in large part on A significant portion of our sales is also made through retailers. Our success in the retail market depends in large part on our ability to maintain our brand image and corporate reputation and to expand into and gain market acceptance of our products our ability to maintain our brand image and corporate reputation and to expand into and gain market acceptance of our products in multiple retail market channels. Particularly in the retail market, negative publicity, whether or not justified, or allegations of in multiple retail market channels. Particularly in the retail market, negative publicity, whether or not justified, or allegations of product or service quality issues, even if false or unfounded, could damage our reputation and cause our customers to choose product or service quality issues, even if false or unfounded, could damage our reputation and cause our customers to choose products offered by our competitors. Further, changes to the retail environment, such as store closures caused by products offered by our competitors. Further, changes to the retail environment, such as store closures caused by macroeconomic conditions or changing customer preferences, may reduce the demand for our products. If customers no longer macroeconomic conditions or changing customer preferences, may reduce the demand for our products. If customers no longer maintain a preference for our product brands or if our retailers are not successful in selling our products, our operating results maintain a preference for our product brands or if our retailers are not successful in selling our products, our operating results may be negatively impacted. may be negatively impacted. 20 20 21 21 FINANCIAL RISKS FINANCIAL RISKS were to occur, Flash Ventures would be required to negotiate a resolution with the other parties to the lease transactions to were to occur, Flash Ventures would be required to negotiate a resolution with the other parties to the lease transactions to avoid cancellation and acceleration of the lease obligations. Such resolution could include, among other things, supplementary avoid cancellation and acceleration of the lease obligations. Such resolution could include, among other things, supplementary security to be supplied by us, increased interest rates or waiver fees. If a resolution is not reached, we may be required to pay all security to be supplied by us, increased interest rates or waiver fees. If a resolution is not reached, we may be required to pay all Our substantial level of debt may negatively impact our liquidity, restrict our operations and ability to respond to business Our substantial level of debt may negatively impact our liquidity, restrict our operations and ability to respond to business of the outstanding lease obligations covered by our guarantees, which would significantly reduce our cash position and may of the outstanding lease obligations covered by our guarantees, which would significantly reduce our cash position and may opportunities, and increase our vulnerability to adverse economic and industry conditions. opportunities, and increase our vulnerability to adverse economic and industry conditions. force us to seek additional financing, which may not be available on terms acceptable to us, if at all. force us to seek additional financing, which may not be available on terms acceptable to us, if at all. We have a substantial amount of debt and may incur additional debt, including under our revolving credit facility, subject We have a substantial amount of debt and may incur additional debt, including under our revolving credit facility, subject We may from time to time seek to further refinance our substantial indebtedness by issuing additional shares of common We may from time to time seek to further refinance our substantial indebtedness by issuing additional shares of common to customary conditions in our credit agreement. Our high level of debt could have significant consequences, which include, but to customary conditions in our credit agreement. Our high level of debt could have significant consequences, which include, but are not limited to, the following: are not limited to, the following: stock or other securities that are convertible into common stock or grant the holder the right to purchase common stock, each of stock or other securities that are convertible into common stock or grant the holder the right to purchase common stock, each of which may dilute our existing shareholders, reduce the value of our common stock, or both. which may dilute our existing shareholders, reduce the value of our common stock, or both. • • • • • • limiting our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions or other limiting our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions or other general corporate purposes; general corporate purposes; Tax matters may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Tax matters may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. requiring a substantial portion of our cash flows to be dedicated to debt service payments instead of other purposes; requiring a substantial portion of our cash flows to be dedicated to debt service payments instead of other purposes; impact our effective worldwide tax rate, which may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Further, impact our effective worldwide tax rate, which may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Further, imposing financial and other restrictive covenants on our operations, including limiting our ability to (i) declare or pay imposing financial and other restrictive covenants on our operations, including limiting our ability to (i) declare or pay dividends or repurchase shares of our common stock; (ii) purchase assets, make investments, complete acquisitions, dividends or repurchase shares of our common stock; (ii) purchase assets, make investments, complete acquisitions, consolidate or merge with or into, or sell all or substantially all of our assets to, another person; (iii) dispose of assets; consolidate or merge with or into, or sell all or substantially all of our assets to, another person; (iii) dispose of assets; (iv) incur liens; and (v) enter into transactions with affiliates; and (iv) incur liens; and (v) enter into transactions with affiliates; and • making us more vulnerable to economic downturns and limiting our ability to withstand competitive pressures or take • making us more vulnerable to economic downturns and limiting our ability to withstand competitive pressures or take conditions are met, we may not be able to meet such conditions. If the tax holidays are not extended, or if we fail to satisfy the conditions are met, we may not be able to meet such conditions. If the tax holidays are not extended, or if we fail to satisfy the advantage of new opportunities to grow our business. advantage of new opportunities to grow our business. conditions of the reduced tax rate, then our effective tax rate could increase in the future. conditions of the reduced tax rate, then our effective tax rate could increase in the future. Our ability to meet our debt service obligations, comply with our debt covenants and deleverage depends on our cash flows Our ability to meet our debt service obligations, comply with our debt covenants and deleverage depends on our cash flows Our determination of our tax liability in the U.S. and other jurisdictions is subject to review by applicable domestic and Our determination of our tax liability in the U.S. and other jurisdictions is subject to review by applicable domestic and and financial performance, which are affected by financial, business, economic and other factors. The rate at which we will be and financial performance, which are affected by financial, business, economic and other factors. The rate at which we will be able to or choose to deleverage is uncertain. Failure to meet our debt service obligations or comply with our debt covenants able to or choose to deleverage is uncertain. Failure to meet our debt service obligations or comply with our debt covenants could result in an event of default under the applicable indebtedness. We may be unable to cure, or obtain a waiver of, an event could result in an event of default under the applicable indebtedness. We may be unable to cure, or obtain a waiver of, an event of default or otherwise amend our debt agreements to prevent an event of default thereunder on terms acceptable to us or at all. of default or otherwise amend our debt agreements to prevent an event of default thereunder on terms acceptable to us or at all. In that event, the debt holders could accelerate the related debt, which may result in the cross-acceleration or cross-default of In that event, the debt holders could accelerate the related debt, which may result in the cross-acceleration or cross-default of other debt, leases or other obligations. We may not have sufficient funds available to repay accelerated indebtedness, and we other debt, leases or other obligations. We may not have sufficient funds available to repay accelerated indebtedness, and we may be required to refinance all or part of our debt, sell important strategic assets at unfavorable prices, incur additional may be required to refinance all or part of our debt, sell important strategic assets at unfavorable prices, incur additional indebtedness or issue common stock or other equity securities, which we may be unable to do on terms acceptable to us, in indebtedness or issue common stock or other equity securities, which we may be unable to do on terms acceptable to us, in amounts sufficient to meet our needs or at all. Our inability to service our debt obligations or refinance our debt could harm our amounts sufficient to meet our needs or at all. Our inability to service our debt obligations or refinance our debt could harm our business. Further, if we are unable to repay, refinance or restructure our secured indebtedness, the holder of such debt could business. Further, if we are unable to repay, refinance or restructure our secured indebtedness, the holder of such debt could proceed against the collateral securing that indebtedness. Refinancing our indebtedness may also require us to expense previous proceed against the collateral securing that indebtedness. Refinancing our indebtedness may also require us to expense previous debt issuance costs or to incur new debt issuance costs. debt issuance costs or to incur new debt issuance costs. As our bank debt contains a variable interest rate component based on our corporate credit ratings, a decline in our ratings As our bank debt contains a variable interest rate component based on our corporate credit ratings, a decline in our ratings flows are impacted by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. If the U.S. dollar exhibits sustained weakness against flows are impacted by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. If the U.S. dollar exhibits sustained weakness against could result in increased interest rates and debt service obligations. In addition, our ratings impact the cost and availability of could result in increased interest rates and debt service obligations. In addition, our ratings impact the cost and availability of future borrowings and, accordingly, our cost of capital. Our ratings reflect the opinions of the ratings agencies as to our future borrowings and, accordingly, our cost of capital. Our ratings reflect the opinions of the ratings agencies as to our financial strength, operating performance and ability to meet our debt obligations. There can be no assurance that we will financial strength, operating performance and ability to meet our debt obligations. There can be no assurance that we will achieve a particular rating or maintain a particular rating in the future. achieve a particular rating or maintain a particular rating in the future. Our credit agreement uses the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) as a reference rate for our term loans and Our credit agreement uses the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) as a reference rate for our term loans and revolving credit facility, such that the applicable interest rate may, at our option, be calculated based on LIBOR. In July 2017, revolving credit facility, such that the applicable interest rate may, at our option, be calculated based on LIBOR. In July 2017, the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates LIBOR, announced that it intends to phase out LIBOR beginning at the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates LIBOR, announced that it intends to phase out LIBOR beginning at the end of 2021, and LIBOR remains subject to ongoing national, international and other regulatory guidance and proposals for the end of 2021, and LIBOR remains subject to ongoing national, international and other regulatory guidance and proposals for reform. As a result, LIBOR may perform differently than in the past and may ultimately cease to be utilized or to exist, either reform. As a result, LIBOR may perform differently than in the past and may ultimately cease to be utilized or to exist, either during or after 2021. Alternative benchmark rates may replace LIBOR, and we cannot predict how markets will respond to during or after 2021. Alternative benchmark rates may replace LIBOR, and we cannot predict how markets will respond to these proposed alternative benchmark rates or the effect of any changes to LIBOR or the discontinuation of LIBOR. If LIBOR these proposed alternative benchmark rates or the effect of any changes to LIBOR or the discontinuation of LIBOR. If LIBOR is no longer available or if our lenders have increased costs due to changes in LIBOR, we may experience potential increases in is no longer available or if our lenders have increased costs due to changes in LIBOR, we may experience potential increases in interest rates on our variable rate debt, which could negatively impact our interest expense, results of operations and cash flows. interest rates on our variable rate debt, which could negatively impact our interest expense, results of operations and cash flows. In addition, replacing LIBOR with an alternative reference rate for any of our debt could be a taxable event. In addition, replacing LIBOR with an alternative reference rate for any of our debt could be a taxable event. Changes in tax laws in the United States, the European Union and around the globe have impacted and will continue to Changes in tax laws in the United States, the European Union and around the globe have impacted and will continue to organizations such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, have published action plans that, if organizations such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, have published action plans that, if adopted by countries where we do business, could increase our tax obligations in these countries. Due to the large scale of our adopted by countries where we do business, could increase our tax obligations in these countries. Due to the large scale of our U.S. and international business activities, many of these enacted and proposed changes to the taxation of our activities, U.S. and international business activities, many of these enacted and proposed changes to the taxation of our activities, including cash movements, could increase our worldwide effective tax rate and harm our business. Additionally, portions of our including cash movements, could increase our worldwide effective tax rate and harm our business. Additionally, portions of our operations are subject to a reduced tax rate or are free of tax under various tax holidays that expire in whole or in part from time operations are subject to a reduced tax rate or are free of tax under various tax holidays that expire in whole or in part from time to time, or may be terminated if certain conditions are not met. Although many of these holidays may be extended when certain to time, or may be terminated if certain conditions are not met. Although many of these holidays may be extended when certain foreign tax authorities. For example, as disclosed in [Part I, Item 1, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated foreign tax authorities. For example, as disclosed in [Part I, Item 1, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements] included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we are under examination by the Internal Revenue Service Financial Statements] included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we are under examination by the Internal Revenue Service for certain fiscal years and in connection with that examination, we received statutory notices of deficiency seeking certain for certain fiscal years and in connection with that examination, we received statutory notices of deficiency seeking certain adjustments to income and have filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court. Although we believe our tax positions are properly adjustments to income and have filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court. Although we believe our tax positions are properly supported, the final timing and resolution of any tax examinations are subject to significant uncertainty and could result in supported, the final timing and resolution of any tax examinations are subject to significant uncertainty and could result in litigation or the payment of significant amounts to the applicable tax authority in order to resolve examination of our tax litigation or the payment of significant amounts to the applicable tax authority in order to resolve examination of our tax positions, which could result in an increase or decrease of our current estimate of unrecognized tax benefits and may harm our positions, which could result in an increase or decrease of our current estimate of unrecognized tax benefits and may harm our Fluctuations in currency exchange rates as a result of our international operations may negatively affect our operating Fluctuations in currency exchange rates as a result of our international operations may negatively affect our operating business. business. results. results. Because we manufacture and sell our products abroad, our revenue, cost of revenue, margins, operating costs and cash Because we manufacture and sell our products abroad, our revenue, cost of revenue, margins, operating costs and cash most foreign currencies, the U.S. dollar equivalents of unhedged manufacturing costs could increase because a significant most foreign currencies, the U.S. dollar equivalents of unhedged manufacturing costs could increase because a significant portion of our production costs are foreign-currency denominated. Conversely, there would not be an offsetting impact to portion of our production costs are foreign-currency denominated. Conversely, there would not be an offsetting impact to revenues since revenues are substantially U.S. dollar denominated. Additionally, we negotiate and procure some of our revenues since revenues are substantially U.S. dollar denominated. Additionally, we negotiate and procure some of our component requirements in U.S. dollars from non-U.S. based vendors. If the U.S. dollar weakens against other foreign component requirements in U.S. dollars from non-U.S. based vendors. If the U.S. dollar weakens against other foreign currencies, some of our component suppliers may increase the price they charge for their components in order to maintain an currencies, some of our component suppliers may increase the price they charge for their components in order to maintain an equivalent profit margin. In addition, our purchases of flash-based memory from Flash Ventures and our investment in Flash equivalent profit margin. In addition, our purchases of flash-based memory from Flash Ventures and our investment in Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen. If the Japanese yen appreciates against the U.S. dollar, our cost of purchasing flash- Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen. If the Japanese yen appreciates against the U.S. dollar, our cost of purchasing flash- based memory wafers and the cost to us of future capital funding of Flash Ventures would increase. When such events occur, based memory wafers and the cost to us of future capital funding of Flash Ventures would increase. When such events occur, they have had, and may in the future have, a negative impact on our business. they have had, and may in the future have, a negative impact on our business. Prices for our products are substantially U.S. dollar denominated, even when sold to customers that are located outside the Prices for our products are substantially U.S. dollar denominated, even when sold to customers that are located outside the U.S. Therefore, as a substantial portion of our sales are from countries outside the U.S., fluctuations in currency exchanges U.S. Therefore, as a substantial portion of our sales are from countries outside the U.S., fluctuations in currency exchanges rates, most notably the strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other foreign currencies, contribute to variations in sales of rates, most notably the strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other foreign currencies, contribute to variations in sales of products in impacted jurisdictions and could negatively impact demand and revenue growth. In addition, currency variations products in impacted jurisdictions and could negatively impact demand and revenue growth. In addition, currency variations can adversely affect margins on sales of our products in countries outside the U.S. can adversely affect margins on sales of our products in countries outside the U.S. We also guarantee a significant amount of lease obligations of Flash Ventures owed to third parties. Flash Ventures sells to We also guarantee a significant amount of lease obligations of Flash Ventures owed to third parties. Flash Ventures sells to We attempt to manage the impact of foreign currency exchange rate changes by, among other things, entering into short- We attempt to manage the impact of foreign currency exchange rate changes by, among other things, entering into short- and leases back a portion of its equipment from a consortium of financial institutions. Most of the lease obligations are and leases back a portion of its equipment from a consortium of financial institutions. Most of the lease obligations are guaranteed 50% by us and 50% by Kioxia. Some of the lease obligations are guaranteed in full by us. The leases are subject to guaranteed 50% by us and 50% by Kioxia. Some of the lease obligations are guaranteed in full by us. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. If a cancellation event customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. If a cancellation event term foreign exchange contracts. However, these contracts may not cover our full exposure, and can be canceled by the term foreign exchange contracts. However, these contracts may not cover our full exposure, and can be canceled by the counterparty if currency controls are put in place. Thus, our decisions and hedging strategy with respect to currency risks may counterparty if currency controls are put in place. Thus, our decisions and hedging strategy with respect to currency risks may not be successful and may actually harm our operating results. Further, the ability to enter into foreign exchange contracts with not be successful and may actually harm our operating results. Further, the ability to enter into foreign exchange contracts with 22 22 23 23 FINANCIAL RISKS FINANCIAL RISKS are not limited to, the following: are not limited to, the following: general corporate purposes; general corporate purposes; • • • • • • Our substantial level of debt may negatively impact our liquidity, restrict our operations and ability to respond to business Our substantial level of debt may negatively impact our liquidity, restrict our operations and ability to respond to business opportunities, and increase our vulnerability to adverse economic and industry conditions. opportunities, and increase our vulnerability to adverse economic and industry conditions. We have a substantial amount of debt and may incur additional debt, including under our revolving credit facility, subject We have a substantial amount of debt and may incur additional debt, including under our revolving credit facility, subject to customary conditions in our credit agreement. Our high level of debt could have significant consequences, which include, but to customary conditions in our credit agreement. Our high level of debt could have significant consequences, which include, but requiring a substantial portion of our cash flows to be dedicated to debt service payments instead of other purposes; requiring a substantial portion of our cash flows to be dedicated to debt service payments instead of other purposes; imposing financial and other restrictive covenants on our operations, including limiting our ability to (i) declare or pay imposing financial and other restrictive covenants on our operations, including limiting our ability to (i) declare or pay dividends or repurchase shares of our common stock; (ii) purchase assets, make investments, complete acquisitions, dividends or repurchase shares of our common stock; (ii) purchase assets, make investments, complete acquisitions, consolidate or merge with or into, or sell all or substantially all of our assets to, another person; (iii) dispose of assets; consolidate or merge with or into, or sell all or substantially all of our assets to, another person; (iii) dispose of assets; (iv) incur liens; and (v) enter into transactions with affiliates; and (iv) incur liens; and (v) enter into transactions with affiliates; and • making us more vulnerable to economic downturns and limiting our ability to withstand competitive pressures or take • making us more vulnerable to economic downturns and limiting our ability to withstand competitive pressures or take advantage of new opportunities to grow our business. advantage of new opportunities to grow our business. Our ability to meet our debt service obligations, comply with our debt covenants and deleverage depends on our cash flows Our ability to meet our debt service obligations, comply with our debt covenants and deleverage depends on our cash flows and financial performance, which are affected by financial, business, economic and other factors. The rate at which we will be and financial performance, which are affected by financial, business, economic and other factors. The rate at which we will be able to or choose to deleverage is uncertain. Failure to meet our debt service obligations or comply with our debt covenants able to or choose to deleverage is uncertain. Failure to meet our debt service obligations or comply with our debt covenants could result in an event of default under the applicable indebtedness. We may be unable to cure, or obtain a waiver of, an event could result in an event of default under the applicable indebtedness. We may be unable to cure, or obtain a waiver of, an event of default or otherwise amend our debt agreements to prevent an event of default thereunder on terms acceptable to us or at all. of default or otherwise amend our debt agreements to prevent an event of default thereunder on terms acceptable to us or at all. In that event, the debt holders could accelerate the related debt, which may result in the cross-acceleration or cross-default of In that event, the debt holders could accelerate the related debt, which may result in the cross-acceleration or cross-default of other debt, leases or other obligations. We may not have sufficient funds available to repay accelerated indebtedness, and we other debt, leases or other obligations. We may not have sufficient funds available to repay accelerated indebtedness, and we may be required to refinance all or part of our debt, sell important strategic assets at unfavorable prices, incur additional may be required to refinance all or part of our debt, sell important strategic assets at unfavorable prices, incur additional indebtedness or issue common stock or other equity securities, which we may be unable to do on terms acceptable to us, in indebtedness or issue common stock or other equity securities, which we may be unable to do on terms acceptable to us, in amounts sufficient to meet our needs or at all. Our inability to service our debt obligations or refinance our debt could harm our amounts sufficient to meet our needs or at all. Our inability to service our debt obligations or refinance our debt could harm our business. Further, if we are unable to repay, refinance or restructure our secured indebtedness, the holder of such debt could business. Further, if we are unable to repay, refinance or restructure our secured indebtedness, the holder of such debt could As our bank debt contains a variable interest rate component based on our corporate credit ratings, a decline in our ratings As our bank debt contains a variable interest rate component based on our corporate credit ratings, a decline in our ratings could result in increased interest rates and debt service obligations. In addition, our ratings impact the cost and availability of could result in increased interest rates and debt service obligations. In addition, our ratings impact the cost and availability of future borrowings and, accordingly, our cost of capital. Our ratings reflect the opinions of the ratings agencies as to our future borrowings and, accordingly, our cost of capital. Our ratings reflect the opinions of the ratings agencies as to our financial strength, operating performance and ability to meet our debt obligations. There can be no assurance that we will financial strength, operating performance and ability to meet our debt obligations. There can be no assurance that we will achieve a particular rating or maintain a particular rating in the future. achieve a particular rating or maintain a particular rating in the future. Our credit agreement uses the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) as a reference rate for our term loans and Our credit agreement uses the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) as a reference rate for our term loans and revolving credit facility, such that the applicable interest rate may, at our option, be calculated based on LIBOR. In July 2017, revolving credit facility, such that the applicable interest rate may, at our option, be calculated based on LIBOR. In July 2017, the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates LIBOR, announced that it intends to phase out LIBOR beginning at the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates LIBOR, announced that it intends to phase out LIBOR beginning at the end of 2021, and LIBOR remains subject to ongoing national, international and other regulatory guidance and proposals for the end of 2021, and LIBOR remains subject to ongoing national, international and other regulatory guidance and proposals for reform. As a result, LIBOR may perform differently than in the past and may ultimately cease to be utilized or to exist, either reform. As a result, LIBOR may perform differently than in the past and may ultimately cease to be utilized or to exist, either during or after 2021. Alternative benchmark rates may replace LIBOR, and we cannot predict how markets will respond to during or after 2021. Alternative benchmark rates may replace LIBOR, and we cannot predict how markets will respond to these proposed alternative benchmark rates or the effect of any changes to LIBOR or the discontinuation of LIBOR. If LIBOR these proposed alternative benchmark rates or the effect of any changes to LIBOR or the discontinuation of LIBOR. If LIBOR is no longer available or if our lenders have increased costs due to changes in LIBOR, we may experience potential increases in is no longer available or if our lenders have increased costs due to changes in LIBOR, we may experience potential increases in interest rates on our variable rate debt, which could negatively impact our interest expense, results of operations and cash flows. interest rates on our variable rate debt, which could negatively impact our interest expense, results of operations and cash flows. In addition, replacing LIBOR with an alternative reference rate for any of our debt could be a taxable event. In addition, replacing LIBOR with an alternative reference rate for any of our debt could be a taxable event. limiting our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions or other limiting our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions or other Tax matters may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Tax matters may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. were to occur, Flash Ventures would be required to negotiate a resolution with the other parties to the lease transactions to were to occur, Flash Ventures would be required to negotiate a resolution with the other parties to the lease transactions to avoid cancellation and acceleration of the lease obligations. Such resolution could include, among other things, supplementary avoid cancellation and acceleration of the lease obligations. Such resolution could include, among other things, supplementary security to be supplied by us, increased interest rates or waiver fees. If a resolution is not reached, we may be required to pay all security to be supplied by us, increased interest rates or waiver fees. If a resolution is not reached, we may be required to pay all of the outstanding lease obligations covered by our guarantees, which would significantly reduce our cash position and may of the outstanding lease obligations covered by our guarantees, which would significantly reduce our cash position and may force us to seek additional financing, which may not be available on terms acceptable to us, if at all. force us to seek additional financing, which may not be available on terms acceptable to us, if at all. We may from time to time seek to further refinance our substantial indebtedness by issuing additional shares of common We may from time to time seek to further refinance our substantial indebtedness by issuing additional shares of common stock or other securities that are convertible into common stock or grant the holder the right to purchase common stock, each of stock or other securities that are convertible into common stock or grant the holder the right to purchase common stock, each of which may dilute our existing shareholders, reduce the value of our common stock, or both. which may dilute our existing shareholders, reduce the value of our common stock, or both. Changes in tax laws in the United States, the European Union and around the globe have impacted and will continue to Changes in tax laws in the United States, the European Union and around the globe have impacted and will continue to impact our effective worldwide tax rate, which may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Further, impact our effective worldwide tax rate, which may materially affect our financial position and results of operations. Further, organizations such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, have published action plans that, if organizations such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, have published action plans that, if adopted by countries where we do business, could increase our tax obligations in these countries. Due to the large scale of our adopted by countries where we do business, could increase our tax obligations in these countries. Due to the large scale of our U.S. and international business activities, many of these enacted and proposed changes to the taxation of our activities, U.S. and international business activities, many of these enacted and proposed changes to the taxation of our activities, including cash movements, could increase our worldwide effective tax rate and harm our business. Additionally, portions of our including cash movements, could increase our worldwide effective tax rate and harm our business. Additionally, portions of our operations are subject to a reduced tax rate or are free of tax under various tax holidays that expire in whole or in part from time operations are subject to a reduced tax rate or are free of tax under various tax holidays that expire in whole or in part from time to time, or may be terminated if certain conditions are not met. Although many of these holidays may be extended when certain to time, or may be terminated if certain conditions are not met. Although many of these holidays may be extended when certain conditions are met, we may not be able to meet such conditions. If the tax holidays are not extended, or if we fail to satisfy the conditions are met, we may not be able to meet such conditions. If the tax holidays are not extended, or if we fail to satisfy the conditions of the reduced tax rate, then our effective tax rate could increase in the future. conditions of the reduced tax rate, then our effective tax rate could increase in the future. Our determination of our tax liability in the U.S. and other jurisdictions is subject to review by applicable domestic and Our determination of our tax liability in the U.S. and other jurisdictions is subject to review by applicable domestic and foreign tax authorities. For example, as disclosed in [Part I, Item 1, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated foreign tax authorities. For example, as disclosed in [Part I, Item 1, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements] included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we are under examination by the Internal Revenue Service Financial Statements] included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, we are under examination by the Internal Revenue Service for certain fiscal years and in connection with that examination, we received statutory notices of deficiency seeking certain for certain fiscal years and in connection with that examination, we received statutory notices of deficiency seeking certain adjustments to income and have filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court. Although we believe our tax positions are properly adjustments to income and have filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court. Although we believe our tax positions are properly supported, the final timing and resolution of any tax examinations are subject to significant uncertainty and could result in supported, the final timing and resolution of any tax examinations are subject to significant uncertainty and could result in litigation or the payment of significant amounts to the applicable tax authority in order to resolve examination of our tax litigation or the payment of significant amounts to the applicable tax authority in order to resolve examination of our tax positions, which could result in an increase or decrease of our current estimate of unrecognized tax benefits and may harm our positions, which could result in an increase or decrease of our current estimate of unrecognized tax benefits and may harm our business. business. Fluctuations in currency exchange rates as a result of our international operations may negatively affect our operating Fluctuations in currency exchange rates as a result of our international operations may negatively affect our operating proceed against the collateral securing that indebtedness. Refinancing our indebtedness may also require us to expense previous proceed against the collateral securing that indebtedness. Refinancing our indebtedness may also require us to expense previous results. results. debt issuance costs or to incur new debt issuance costs. debt issuance costs or to incur new debt issuance costs. Because we manufacture and sell our products abroad, our revenue, cost of revenue, margins, operating costs and cash Because we manufacture and sell our products abroad, our revenue, cost of revenue, margins, operating costs and cash flows are impacted by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. If the U.S. dollar exhibits sustained weakness against flows are impacted by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. If the U.S. dollar exhibits sustained weakness against most foreign currencies, the U.S. dollar equivalents of unhedged manufacturing costs could increase because a significant most foreign currencies, the U.S. dollar equivalents of unhedged manufacturing costs could increase because a significant portion of our production costs are foreign-currency denominated. Conversely, there would not be an offsetting impact to portion of our production costs are foreign-currency denominated. Conversely, there would not be an offsetting impact to revenues since revenues are substantially U.S. dollar denominated. Additionally, we negotiate and procure some of our revenues since revenues are substantially U.S. dollar denominated. Additionally, we negotiate and procure some of our component requirements in U.S. dollars from non-U.S. based vendors. If the U.S. dollar weakens against other foreign component requirements in U.S. dollars from non-U.S. based vendors. If the U.S. dollar weakens against other foreign currencies, some of our component suppliers may increase the price they charge for their components in order to maintain an currencies, some of our component suppliers may increase the price they charge for their components in order to maintain an equivalent profit margin. In addition, our purchases of flash-based memory from Flash Ventures and our investment in Flash equivalent profit margin. In addition, our purchases of flash-based memory from Flash Ventures and our investment in Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen. If the Japanese yen appreciates against the U.S. dollar, our cost of purchasing flash- Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen. If the Japanese yen appreciates against the U.S. dollar, our cost of purchasing flash- based memory wafers and the cost to us of future capital funding of Flash Ventures would increase. When such events occur, based memory wafers and the cost to us of future capital funding of Flash Ventures would increase. When such events occur, they have had, and may in the future have, a negative impact on our business. they have had, and may in the future have, a negative impact on our business. Prices for our products are substantially U.S. dollar denominated, even when sold to customers that are located outside the Prices for our products are substantially U.S. dollar denominated, even when sold to customers that are located outside the U.S. Therefore, as a substantial portion of our sales are from countries outside the U.S., fluctuations in currency exchanges U.S. Therefore, as a substantial portion of our sales are from countries outside the U.S., fluctuations in currency exchanges rates, most notably the strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other foreign currencies, contribute to variations in sales of rates, most notably the strengthening of the U.S. dollar against other foreign currencies, contribute to variations in sales of products in impacted jurisdictions and could negatively impact demand and revenue growth. In addition, currency variations products in impacted jurisdictions and could negatively impact demand and revenue growth. In addition, currency variations can adversely affect margins on sales of our products in countries outside the U.S. can adversely affect margins on sales of our products in countries outside the U.S. We also guarantee a significant amount of lease obligations of Flash Ventures owed to third parties. Flash Ventures sells to We also guarantee a significant amount of lease obligations of Flash Ventures owed to third parties. Flash Ventures sells to We attempt to manage the impact of foreign currency exchange rate changes by, among other things, entering into short- We attempt to manage the impact of foreign currency exchange rate changes by, among other things, entering into short- and leases back a portion of its equipment from a consortium of financial institutions. Most of the lease obligations are and leases back a portion of its equipment from a consortium of financial institutions. Most of the lease obligations are guaranteed 50% by us and 50% by Kioxia. Some of the lease obligations are guaranteed in full by us. The leases are subject to guaranteed 50% by us and 50% by Kioxia. Some of the lease obligations are guaranteed in full by us. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. If a cancellation event customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. If a cancellation event term foreign exchange contracts. However, these contracts may not cover our full exposure, and can be canceled by the term foreign exchange contracts. However, these contracts may not cover our full exposure, and can be canceled by the counterparty if currency controls are put in place. Thus, our decisions and hedging strategy with respect to currency risks may counterparty if currency controls are put in place. Thus, our decisions and hedging strategy with respect to currency risks may not be successful and may actually harm our operating results. Further, the ability to enter into foreign exchange contracts with not be successful and may actually harm our operating results. Further, the ability to enter into foreign exchange contracts with 22 22 23 23 financial institutions is based upon our available credit from such institutions and compliance with covenants and other financial institutions is based upon our available credit from such institutions and compliance with covenants and other restrictions. Operating losses, third party downgrades of our credit rating or instability in the worldwide financial markets could restrictions. Operating losses, third party downgrades of our credit rating or instability in the worldwide financial markets could impact our ability to effectively manage our foreign currency exchange rate risk. Hedging also exposes us to the credit risk of impact our ability to effectively manage our foreign currency exchange rate risk. Hedging also exposes us to the credit risk of our counterparty financial institutions. our counterparty financial institutions. We are subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, trade, We are subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, trade, health and safety regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship, and industry and coalition standards, such as health and safety regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship, and industry and coalition standards, such as those established by the Responsible Business Alliance (“RBA”), and compliance with those requirements could cause an those established by the Responsible Business Alliance (“RBA”), and compliance with those requirements could cause an increase in our operating costs and failure to comply may harm our business. increase in our operating costs and failure to comply may harm our business. Increases in our customers’ credit risk could result in credit losses and term extensions under existing contracts with Increases in our customers’ credit risk could result in credit losses and term extensions under existing contracts with customers with credit losses could result in an increase in our operating costs. customers with credit losses could result in an increase in our operating costs. Some of our OEM customers have adopted a subcontractor model that requires us to contract directly with companies, such Some of our OEM customers have adopted a subcontractor model that requires us to contract directly with companies, such suppliers, customers and partners timely comply with such laws and regulations, which may result in an increase in our suppliers, customers and partners timely comply with such laws and regulations, which may result in an increase in our as ODMs, that provide manufacturing and fulfillment services to our OEM customers. Because these subcontractors are as ODMs, that provide manufacturing and fulfillment services to our OEM customers. Because these subcontractors are generally not as well capitalized as our direct OEM customers, this subcontractor model exposes us to increased credit risks. generally not as well capitalized as our direct OEM customers, this subcontractor model exposes us to increased credit risks. Our agreements with our OEM customers may not permit us to increase our product prices to alleviate this increased credit risk. Our agreements with our OEM customers may not permit us to increase our product prices to alleviate this increased credit risk. Additionally, as we attempt to expand our OEM and distribution channel sales into emerging economies such as Brazil, Russia, Additionally, as we attempt to expand our OEM and distribution channel sales into emerging economies such as Brazil, Russia, India and China, the customers with the most success in these regions may have relatively short operating histories, making it India and China, the customers with the most success in these regions may have relatively short operating histories, making it more difficult for us to accurately assess the associated credit risks. Our customers’ credit risk may also be exacerbated by an more difficult for us to accurately assess the associated credit risks. Our customers’ credit risk may also be exacerbated by an economic downturn or other adverse global or regional economic conditions. Any credit losses we may suffer as a result of economic downturn or other adverse global or regional economic conditions. Any credit losses we may suffer as a result of these increased risks, or as a result of credit losses from any significant customer, especially in situations where there are term these increased risks, or as a result of credit losses from any significant customer, especially in situations where there are term extensions under existing contracts with such customers, would increase our operating costs, which may negatively impact our extensions under existing contracts with such customers, would increase our operating costs, which may negatively impact our operating results. operating results. LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE RISKS LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE RISKS We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, sharing, and security of third-party data We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, sharing, and security of third-party data including personal data, and our failure to comply with these laws, rules and regulations could subject us to proceedings by including personal data, and our failure to comply with these laws, rules and regulations could subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others and cause us to incur penalties, significant legal liability, or loss of customers, loss of governmental entities or others and cause us to incur penalties, significant legal liability, or loss of customers, loss of revenue, and reputational harm. revenue, and reputational harm. We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, and security and privacy of third-party data We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, and security and privacy of third-party data could materially harm our business. could materially harm our business. including data that relates to or identifies an individual person. In many cases, these laws apply not only to third-party including data that relates to or identifies an individual person. In many cases, these laws apply not only to third-party transactions, but also to transfers of information between us and our subsidiaries, and among us, our subsidiaries and other transactions, but also to transfers of information between us and our subsidiaries, and among us, our subsidiaries and other parties with which we have commercial relations. Our possession and use of third-party data, including personal data and parties with which we have commercial relations. Our possession and use of third-party data, including personal data and employee data in conducting our business, subjects us to legal and regulatory burdens that require us to notify vendors, employee data in conducting our business, subjects us to legal and regulatory burdens that require us to notify vendors, customers or employees or other parties with which we have commercial relations of a data security breach and to respond to customers or employees or other parties with which we have commercial relations of a data security breach and to respond to regulatory inquiries and to enforcement proceedings. Laws and regulations relating to the collection, use, security and privacy regulatory inquiries and to enforcement proceedings. Laws and regulations relating to the collection, use, security and privacy of third-party data change over time and new laws and regulations become effective from time to time. We are subject to notice of third-party data change over time and new laws and regulations become effective from time to time. We are subject to notice and privacy policy requirements, as well as obligations to respond to requests to know and access personal information, correct and privacy policy requirements, as well as obligations to respond to requests to know and access personal information, correct personal information, delete personal information and say no to the sale of personal information. Global privacy and data personal information, delete personal information and say no to the sale of personal information. Global privacy and data protection legislation, enforcement, and policy activity in this area are rapidly expanding and evolving, and may be inconsistent protection legislation, enforcement, and policy activity in this area are rapidly expanding and evolving, and may be inconsistent from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. We may also be subject to restrictions on cross-border data transfers and requirements for from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. We may also be subject to restrictions on cross-border data transfers and requirements for localized storage of data that could increase our compliance costs and risks and affect the ability of our global operations to localized storage of data that could increase our compliance costs and risks and affect the ability of our global operations to coordinate activities and respond to customers. Compliance requirements and even our inadvertent failure to comply with coordinate activities and respond to customers. Compliance requirements and even our inadvertent failure to comply with applicable laws may cause us to incur substantial costs, subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others, and cause applicable laws may cause us to incur substantial costs, subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others, and cause us to incur penalties or other significant legal liability, or lead us to change our business practices. us to incur penalties or other significant legal liability, or lead us to change our business practices. We are subject to, and may become subject to additional, state, federal and international laws and regulations governing We are subject to, and may become subject to additional, state, federal and international laws and regulations governing our environmental, labor, trade, health and safety practices. These laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to our our environmental, labor, trade, health and safety practices. These laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to our international operations, are or may be complex, extensive and subject to change. We will need to ensure that we and our international operations, are or may be complex, extensive and subject to change. We will need to ensure that we and our operating costs. Legislation has been, and may in the future be, enacted in locations where we manufacture or sell our products, operating costs. Legislation has been, and may in the future be, enacted in locations where we manufacture or sell our products, which could impair our ability to conduct business in certain jurisdictions or with certain customers and harm our operating which could impair our ability to conduct business in certain jurisdictions or with certain customers and harm our operating results. In addition, climate change and financial reform legislation is a significant topic of discussion and has generated and results. In addition, climate change and financial reform legislation is a significant topic of discussion and has generated and may continue to generate federal, international or other regulatory responses in the near future. If we or our suppliers, customers may continue to generate federal, international or other regulatory responses in the near future. If we or our suppliers, customers or partners fail to timely comply with applicable legislation, certain customers may refuse to purchase our products or we may or partners fail to timely comply with applicable legislation, certain customers may refuse to purchase our products or we may face increased operating costs as a result of taxes, fines or penalties, or legal liability and reputational damage, which could face increased operating costs as a result of taxes, fines or penalties, or legal liability and reputational damage, which could harm our business. harm our business. In connection with our compliance with environmental laws and regulations, as well as our compliance with industry and In connection with our compliance with environmental laws and regulations, as well as our compliance with industry and coalition environmental initiatives, such as those established by the RBA, the standards of business conduct required by some coalition environmental initiatives, such as those established by the RBA, the standards of business conduct required by some of our customers, and our commitment to sound corporate citizenship in all aspects of our business, we could incur substantial of our customers, and our commitment to sound corporate citizenship in all aspects of our business, we could incur substantial compliance and operating costs and be subject to disruptions to our operations and logistics. In addition, if we or our suppliers, compliance and operating costs and be subject to disruptions to our operations and logistics. In addition, if we or our suppliers, customers or partners were found to be in violation of these laws or noncompliant with these initiatives or standards of conduct, customers or partners were found to be in violation of these laws or noncompliant with these initiatives or standards of conduct, we could be subject to governmental fines, liability to our customers and damage to our reputation and corporate brand, which we could be subject to governmental fines, liability to our customers and damage to our reputation and corporate brand, which could cause our financial condition and operating results to suffer. could cause our financial condition and operating results to suffer. We and certain of our officers are at times involved in litigation, investigations and governmental proceedings, which may We and certain of our officers are at times involved in litigation, investigations and governmental proceedings, which may be costly, may divert the efforts of our key personnel and could result in adverse court rulings, fines or penalties, which be costly, may divert the efforts of our key personnel and could result in adverse court rulings, fines or penalties, which From time to time, we are involved in litigation, including antitrust and commercial matters, putative securities class action From time to time, we are involved in litigation, including antitrust and commercial matters, putative securities class action suits and other actions. We are the plaintiff in some of these actions and the defendant in others. Some of the actions seek suits and other actions. We are the plaintiff in some of these actions and the defendant in others. Some of the actions seek injunctive relief, including injunctions against the sale of our products, and substantial monetary damages, which if granted or injunctive relief, including injunctions against the sale of our products, and substantial monetary damages, which if granted or awarded, could materially harm our business. From time to time, we may also be the subject of inquiries, requests for awarded, could materially harm our business. From time to time, we may also be the subject of inquiries, requests for information, investigations and actions by government and regulatory agencies regarding our businesses. Any such matters information, investigations and actions by government and regulatory agencies regarding our businesses. Any such matters could result in material adverse consequences to our results of operations, financial condition or ability to conduct our business, could result in material adverse consequences to our results of operations, financial condition or ability to conduct our business, including fines, penalties or restrictions on our business activities. including fines, penalties or restrictions on our business activities. Litigation is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from our Litigation is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations. In the event of an adverse outcome in any litigation, investigation or governmental proceeding, we could be expectations. In the event of an adverse outcome in any litigation, investigation or governmental proceeding, we could be required to pay substantial damages, fines or penalties and cease certain practices or activities, including the manufacture, use required to pay substantial damages, fines or penalties and cease certain practices or activities, including the manufacture, use and sale of products. With or without merit, such matters can be complex, can extend for a protracted period of time, can be and sale of products. With or without merit, such matters can be complex, can extend for a protracted period of time, can be very expensive and the expense can be unpredictable. Litigation initiated by us could also result in counter-claims against us, very expensive and the expense can be unpredictable. Litigation initiated by us could also result in counter-claims against us, which could increase the costs associated with the litigation and result in our payment of damages or other judgments against which could increase the costs associated with the litigation and result in our payment of damages or other judgments against us. In addition, litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings and any related publicity may divert the efforts and us. In addition, litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings and any related publicity may divert the efforts and attention of some of our key personnel, affect demand for our products and harm the market prices of our securities. attention of some of our key personnel, affect demand for our products and harm the market prices of our securities. We may be obligated to indemnify our current or former directors or employees, or former directors or employees of We may be obligated to indemnify our current or former directors or employees, or former directors or employees of companies that we have acquired, in connection with litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings. These liabilities companies that we have acquired, in connection with litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings. These liabilities could be substantial and may include, among other things: the costs of defending lawsuits against these individuals; the cost of could be substantial and may include, among other things: the costs of defending lawsuits against these individuals; the cost of defending shareholder derivative suits; the cost of governmental, law enforcement or regulatory investigations or proceedings; defending shareholder derivative suits; the cost of governmental, law enforcement or regulatory investigations or proceedings; civil or criminal fines and penalties; legal and other expenses; and expenses associated with the remedial measures, if any, civil or criminal fines and penalties; legal and other expenses; and expenses associated with the remedial measures, if any, which may be imposed. which may be imposed. 24 24 25 25 financial institutions is based upon our available credit from such institutions and compliance with covenants and other financial institutions is based upon our available credit from such institutions and compliance with covenants and other restrictions. Operating losses, third party downgrades of our credit rating or instability in the worldwide financial markets could restrictions. Operating losses, third party downgrades of our credit rating or instability in the worldwide financial markets could impact our ability to effectively manage our foreign currency exchange rate risk. Hedging also exposes us to the credit risk of impact our ability to effectively manage our foreign currency exchange rate risk. Hedging also exposes us to the credit risk of our counterparty financial institutions. our counterparty financial institutions. We are subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, trade, We are subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, trade, health and safety regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship, and industry and coalition standards, such as health and safety regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship, and industry and coalition standards, such as those established by the Responsible Business Alliance (“RBA”), and compliance with those requirements could cause an those established by the Responsible Business Alliance (“RBA”), and compliance with those requirements could cause an increase in our operating costs and failure to comply may harm our business. increase in our operating costs and failure to comply may harm our business. Increases in our customers’ credit risk could result in credit losses and term extensions under existing contracts with Increases in our customers’ credit risk could result in credit losses and term extensions under existing contracts with customers with credit losses could result in an increase in our operating costs. customers with credit losses could result in an increase in our operating costs. Some of our OEM customers have adopted a subcontractor model that requires us to contract directly with companies, such Some of our OEM customers have adopted a subcontractor model that requires us to contract directly with companies, such as ODMs, that provide manufacturing and fulfillment services to our OEM customers. Because these subcontractors are as ODMs, that provide manufacturing and fulfillment services to our OEM customers. Because these subcontractors are generally not as well capitalized as our direct OEM customers, this subcontractor model exposes us to increased credit risks. generally not as well capitalized as our direct OEM customers, this subcontractor model exposes us to increased credit risks. Our agreements with our OEM customers may not permit us to increase our product prices to alleviate this increased credit risk. Our agreements with our OEM customers may not permit us to increase our product prices to alleviate this increased credit risk. Additionally, as we attempt to expand our OEM and distribution channel sales into emerging economies such as Brazil, Russia, Additionally, as we attempt to expand our OEM and distribution channel sales into emerging economies such as Brazil, Russia, India and China, the customers with the most success in these regions may have relatively short operating histories, making it India and China, the customers with the most success in these regions may have relatively short operating histories, making it more difficult for us to accurately assess the associated credit risks. Our customers’ credit risk may also be exacerbated by an more difficult for us to accurately assess the associated credit risks. Our customers’ credit risk may also be exacerbated by an economic downturn or other adverse global or regional economic conditions. Any credit losses we may suffer as a result of economic downturn or other adverse global or regional economic conditions. Any credit losses we may suffer as a result of these increased risks, or as a result of credit losses from any significant customer, especially in situations where there are term these increased risks, or as a result of credit losses from any significant customer, especially in situations where there are term extensions under existing contracts with such customers, would increase our operating costs, which may negatively impact our extensions under existing contracts with such customers, would increase our operating costs, which may negatively impact our operating results. operating results. LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE RISKS LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE RISKS We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, sharing, and security of third-party data We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, sharing, and security of third-party data including personal data, and our failure to comply with these laws, rules and regulations could subject us to proceedings by including personal data, and our failure to comply with these laws, rules and regulations could subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others and cause us to incur penalties, significant legal liability, or loss of customers, loss of governmental entities or others and cause us to incur penalties, significant legal liability, or loss of customers, loss of revenue, and reputational harm. revenue, and reputational harm. We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, and security and privacy of third-party data We are subject to laws, rules, and regulations relating to the collection, use, and security and privacy of third-party data including data that relates to or identifies an individual person. In many cases, these laws apply not only to third-party including data that relates to or identifies an individual person. In many cases, these laws apply not only to third-party transactions, but also to transfers of information between us and our subsidiaries, and among us, our subsidiaries and other transactions, but also to transfers of information between us and our subsidiaries, and among us, our subsidiaries and other parties with which we have commercial relations. Our possession and use of third-party data, including personal data and parties with which we have commercial relations. Our possession and use of third-party data, including personal data and employee data in conducting our business, subjects us to legal and regulatory burdens that require us to notify vendors, employee data in conducting our business, subjects us to legal and regulatory burdens that require us to notify vendors, customers or employees or other parties with which we have commercial relations of a data security breach and to respond to customers or employees or other parties with which we have commercial relations of a data security breach and to respond to regulatory inquiries and to enforcement proceedings. Laws and regulations relating to the collection, use, security and privacy regulatory inquiries and to enforcement proceedings. Laws and regulations relating to the collection, use, security and privacy of third-party data change over time and new laws and regulations become effective from time to time. We are subject to notice of third-party data change over time and new laws and regulations become effective from time to time. We are subject to notice and privacy policy requirements, as well as obligations to respond to requests to know and access personal information, correct and privacy policy requirements, as well as obligations to respond to requests to know and access personal information, correct personal information, delete personal information and say no to the sale of personal information. Global privacy and data personal information, delete personal information and say no to the sale of personal information. Global privacy and data protection legislation, enforcement, and policy activity in this area are rapidly expanding and evolving, and may be inconsistent protection legislation, enforcement, and policy activity in this area are rapidly expanding and evolving, and may be inconsistent from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. We may also be subject to restrictions on cross-border data transfers and requirements for from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. We may also be subject to restrictions on cross-border data transfers and requirements for localized storage of data that could increase our compliance costs and risks and affect the ability of our global operations to localized storage of data that could increase our compliance costs and risks and affect the ability of our global operations to coordinate activities and respond to customers. Compliance requirements and even our inadvertent failure to comply with coordinate activities and respond to customers. Compliance requirements and even our inadvertent failure to comply with applicable laws may cause us to incur substantial costs, subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others, and cause applicable laws may cause us to incur substantial costs, subject us to proceedings by governmental entities or others, and cause us to incur penalties or other significant legal liability, or lead us to change our business practices. us to incur penalties or other significant legal liability, or lead us to change our business practices. We are subject to, and may become subject to additional, state, federal and international laws and regulations governing We are subject to, and may become subject to additional, state, federal and international laws and regulations governing our environmental, labor, trade, health and safety practices. These laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to our our environmental, labor, trade, health and safety practices. These laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to our international operations, are or may be complex, extensive and subject to change. We will need to ensure that we and our international operations, are or may be complex, extensive and subject to change. We will need to ensure that we and our suppliers, customers and partners timely comply with such laws and regulations, which may result in an increase in our suppliers, customers and partners timely comply with such laws and regulations, which may result in an increase in our operating costs. Legislation has been, and may in the future be, enacted in locations where we manufacture or sell our products, operating costs. Legislation has been, and may in the future be, enacted in locations where we manufacture or sell our products, which could impair our ability to conduct business in certain jurisdictions or with certain customers and harm our operating which could impair our ability to conduct business in certain jurisdictions or with certain customers and harm our operating results. In addition, climate change and financial reform legislation is a significant topic of discussion and has generated and results. In addition, climate change and financial reform legislation is a significant topic of discussion and has generated and may continue to generate federal, international or other regulatory responses in the near future. If we or our suppliers, customers may continue to generate federal, international or other regulatory responses in the near future. If we or our suppliers, customers or partners fail to timely comply with applicable legislation, certain customers may refuse to purchase our products or we may or partners fail to timely comply with applicable legislation, certain customers may refuse to purchase our products or we may face increased operating costs as a result of taxes, fines or penalties, or legal liability and reputational damage, which could face increased operating costs as a result of taxes, fines or penalties, or legal liability and reputational damage, which could harm our business. harm our business. In connection with our compliance with environmental laws and regulations, as well as our compliance with industry and In connection with our compliance with environmental laws and regulations, as well as our compliance with industry and coalition environmental initiatives, such as those established by the RBA, the standards of business conduct required by some coalition environmental initiatives, such as those established by the RBA, the standards of business conduct required by some of our customers, and our commitment to sound corporate citizenship in all aspects of our business, we could incur substantial of our customers, and our commitment to sound corporate citizenship in all aspects of our business, we could incur substantial compliance and operating costs and be subject to disruptions to our operations and logistics. In addition, if we or our suppliers, compliance and operating costs and be subject to disruptions to our operations and logistics. In addition, if we or our suppliers, customers or partners were found to be in violation of these laws or noncompliant with these initiatives or standards of conduct, customers or partners were found to be in violation of these laws or noncompliant with these initiatives or standards of conduct, we could be subject to governmental fines, liability to our customers and damage to our reputation and corporate brand, which we could be subject to governmental fines, liability to our customers and damage to our reputation and corporate brand, which could cause our financial condition and operating results to suffer. could cause our financial condition and operating results to suffer. We and certain of our officers are at times involved in litigation, investigations and governmental proceedings, which may We and certain of our officers are at times involved in litigation, investigations and governmental proceedings, which may be costly, may divert the efforts of our key personnel and could result in adverse court rulings, fines or penalties, which be costly, may divert the efforts of our key personnel and could result in adverse court rulings, fines or penalties, which could materially harm our business. could materially harm our business. From time to time, we are involved in litigation, including antitrust and commercial matters, putative securities class action From time to time, we are involved in litigation, including antitrust and commercial matters, putative securities class action suits and other actions. We are the plaintiff in some of these actions and the defendant in others. Some of the actions seek suits and other actions. We are the plaintiff in some of these actions and the defendant in others. Some of the actions seek injunctive relief, including injunctions against the sale of our products, and substantial monetary damages, which if granted or injunctive relief, including injunctions against the sale of our products, and substantial monetary damages, which if granted or awarded, could materially harm our business. From time to time, we may also be the subject of inquiries, requests for awarded, could materially harm our business. From time to time, we may also be the subject of inquiries, requests for information, investigations and actions by government and regulatory agencies regarding our businesses. Any such matters information, investigations and actions by government and regulatory agencies regarding our businesses. Any such matters could result in material adverse consequences to our results of operations, financial condition or ability to conduct our business, could result in material adverse consequences to our results of operations, financial condition or ability to conduct our business, including fines, penalties or restrictions on our business activities. including fines, penalties or restrictions on our business activities. Litigation is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from our Litigation is subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations. In the event of an adverse outcome in any litigation, investigation or governmental proceeding, we could be expectations. In the event of an adverse outcome in any litigation, investigation or governmental proceeding, we could be required to pay substantial damages, fines or penalties and cease certain practices or activities, including the manufacture, use required to pay substantial damages, fines or penalties and cease certain practices or activities, including the manufacture, use and sale of products. With or without merit, such matters can be complex, can extend for a protracted period of time, can be and sale of products. With or without merit, such matters can be complex, can extend for a protracted period of time, can be very expensive and the expense can be unpredictable. Litigation initiated by us could also result in counter-claims against us, very expensive and the expense can be unpredictable. Litigation initiated by us could also result in counter-claims against us, which could increase the costs associated with the litigation and result in our payment of damages or other judgments against which could increase the costs associated with the litigation and result in our payment of damages or other judgments against us. In addition, litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings and any related publicity may divert the efforts and us. In addition, litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings and any related publicity may divert the efforts and attention of some of our key personnel, affect demand for our products and harm the market prices of our securities. attention of some of our key personnel, affect demand for our products and harm the market prices of our securities. We may be obligated to indemnify our current or former directors or employees, or former directors or employees of We may be obligated to indemnify our current or former directors or employees, or former directors or employees of companies that we have acquired, in connection with litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings. These liabilities companies that we have acquired, in connection with litigation, investigations or governmental proceedings. These liabilities could be substantial and may include, among other things: the costs of defending lawsuits against these individuals; the cost of could be substantial and may include, among other things: the costs of defending lawsuits against these individuals; the cost of defending shareholder derivative suits; the cost of governmental, law enforcement or regulatory investigations or proceedings; defending shareholder derivative suits; the cost of governmental, law enforcement or regulatory investigations or proceedings; civil or criminal fines and penalties; legal and other expenses; and expenses associated with the remedial measures, if any, civil or criminal fines and penalties; legal and other expenses; and expenses associated with the remedial measures, if any, which may be imposed. which may be imposed. 24 24 25 25 The nature of our industry and its reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us and our suppliers, The nature of our industry and its reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us and our suppliers, The exclusive forum provisions in our Bylaws could limit our stockholders' ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that The exclusive forum provisions in our Bylaws could limit our stockholders' ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that customers and partners to the risk of significant litigation. customers and partners to the risk of significant litigation. it finds favorable for disputes with the Company or its directors, officers or other employees. it finds favorable for disputes with the Company or its directors, officers or other employees. Our Bylaws provide that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, the Court of Our Bylaws provide that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware is the sole and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf Chancery of the State of Delaware is the sole and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf of the Company, (ii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim of breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former of the Company, (ii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim of breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former director, officer or other employee of the Company or its stockholders, (iii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim arising director, officer or other employee of the Company or its stockholders, (iii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim arising pursuant to any provision of the Delaware General Corporation Law or the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws, pursuant to any provision of the Delaware General Corporation Law or the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws, or (iv) any action or proceeding asserting a claim governed by the internal affairs doctrine (the “Delaware Exclusive Forum or (iv) any action or proceeding asserting a claim governed by the internal affairs doctrine (the “Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision”). Our Bylaws further provide that the federal district courts of the United States of America will, to the fullest extent Provision”). Our Bylaws further provide that the federal district courts of the United States of America will, to the fullest extent permitted by law, be the exclusive forum for resolving any complaint asserting a cause of action under the Securities Act of permitted by law, be the exclusive forum for resolving any complaint asserting a cause of action under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Federal Forum Provision”). 1933, as amended (the “Federal Forum Provision”). The Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under Delaware state law and would not The Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under Delaware state law and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act or the Securities Act, or any other claim for which the federal courts have apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act or the Securities Act, or any other claim for which the federal courts have exclusive jurisdiction. In addition, the Federal Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under the Securities Act exclusive jurisdiction. In addition, the Federal Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under the Securities Act and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws will not relieve us of our duties to comply with the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations thereunder and, will not relieve us of our duties to comply with the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations thereunder and, accordingly, actions by our stockholders to enforce any duty or liability created by the Exchange Act or the rules and accordingly, actions by our stockholders to enforce any duty or liability created by the Exchange Act or the rules and regulations thereunder must be brought in federal courts. Our stockholders will not be deemed to have waived our compliance regulations thereunder must be brought in federal courts. Our stockholders will not be deemed to have waived our compliance with these laws, rules and regulations. with these laws, rules and regulations. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum of its choosing for disputes with the company or its directors, officers or other employees, which may discourage forum of its choosing for disputes with the company or its directors, officers or other employees, which may discourage lawsuits against the Company and its directors, officers and other employees. In addition, stockholders who do bring a claim in lawsuits against the Company and its directors, officers and other employees. In addition, stockholders who do bring a claim in litigation costs in pursuing any such claim, particularly if they do not reside in or near Delaware. The court in the designated litigation costs in pursuing any such claim, particularly if they do not reside in or near Delaware. The court in the designated forum under our exclusive forum provisions may also reach different judgments or results than would other courts, including forum under our exclusive forum provisions may also reach different judgments or results than would other courts, including courts where a stockholder would otherwise choose to bring the action, and such judgments or results may be more favorable to courts where a stockholder would otherwise choose to bring the action, and such judgments or results may be more favorable to the Company than to our stockholders. Further, the enforceability of similar exclusive forum provisions in other companies’ the Company than to our stockholders. Further, the enforceability of similar exclusive forum provisions in other companies’ organizational documents has been challenged in legal proceedings, and it is possible that a court could find any of our organizational documents has been challenged in legal proceedings, and it is possible that a court could find any of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable to, or unenforceable in respect of, one or more of the specified types of actions or exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable to, or unenforceable in respect of, one or more of the specified types of actions or proceedings. If a court were to find all or any part of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable or unenforceable in an proceedings. If a court were to find all or any part of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable or unenforceable in an action, we might incur additional costs associated with resolving such action in other jurisdictions. action, we might incur additional costs associated with resolving such action in other jurisdictions. Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Not applicable. Not applicable. The data storage industry has been characterized by significant litigation. This includes litigation relating to patent and The data storage industry has been characterized by significant litigation. This includes litigation relating to patent and other IP rights, product liability claims and other types of litigation. We have historically been involved in frequent disputes other IP rights, product liability claims and other types of litigation. We have historically been involved in frequent disputes regarding patent and other IP rights, and we have in the past received, and we may in the future receive, communications from regarding patent and other IP rights, and we have in the past received, and we may in the future receive, communications from third parties asserting that certain of our products, processes or technologies infringe upon their patent rights, copyrights, third parties asserting that certain of our products, processes or technologies infringe upon their patent rights, copyrights, trademark rights or other IP rights. We may also receive claims of potential infringement if we attempt to license IP to others. trademark rights or other IP rights. We may also receive claims of potential infringement if we attempt to license IP to others. IP risks increase when we enter into new markets where we have little or no IP protection as a defense against litigation. The IP risks increase when we enter into new markets where we have little or no IP protection as a defense against litigation. The complexity of the technology involved and the uncertainty of IP litigation increase the IP risks we face. Litigation can be complexity of the technology involved and the uncertainty of IP litigation increase the IP risks we face. Litigation can be expensive, lengthy and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of litigation are inherently uncertain and expensive, lengthy and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of litigation are inherently uncertain and may result in adverse rulings or decisions. We may be subject to injunctions, enter into settlements or be subject to judgments may result in adverse rulings or decisions. We may be subject to injunctions, enter into settlements or be subject to judgments that may harm our business. that may harm our business. If we incorporate third-party technology into our products or if claims or actions are asserted against us for alleged If we incorporate third-party technology into our products or if claims or actions are asserted against us for alleged infringement of the IP of others, we may be required to obtain a license or cross-license, modify our existing technology or infringement of the IP of others, we may be required to obtain a license or cross-license, modify our existing technology or design a new non-infringing technology. Such licenses or design modifications can be extremely costly. We evaluate notices of design a new non-infringing technology. Such licenses or design modifications can be extremely costly. We evaluate notices of alleged patent infringement and notices of patents from patent holders that we receive from time to time. We may decide to alleged patent infringement and notices of patents from patent holders that we receive from time to time. We may decide to settle a claim or action against us, which settlement could be costly. We may also be liable for any past infringement. If there is settle a claim or action against us, which settlement could be costly. We may also be liable for any past infringement. If there is an adverse ruling against us in an infringement lawsuit, an injunction could be issued barring production or sale of any an adverse ruling against us in an infringement lawsuit, an injunction could be issued barring production or sale of any infringing product. It could also result in a damage award equal to a reasonable royalty or lost profits or, if there is a finding of infringing product. It could also result in a damage award equal to a reasonable royalty or lost profits or, if there is a finding of willful infringement, treble damages. Any of these results would increase our costs and harm our operating results. In addition, willful infringement, treble damages. Any of these results would increase our costs and harm our operating results. In addition, our suppliers, customers and partners are subject to similar risks of litigation, and a material, adverse ruling against a supplier, our suppliers, customers and partners are subject to similar risks of litigation, and a material, adverse ruling against a supplier, customer or partner could negatively impact our business. customer or partner could negatively impact our business. Moreover, from time to time, we agree to indemnify certain of our suppliers and customers for alleged IP infringement. Moreover, from time to time, we agree to indemnify certain of our suppliers and customers for alleged IP infringement. the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware pursuant to the Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision could face additional the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware pursuant to the Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision could face additional The scope of such indemnity varies but may include indemnification for direct and consequential damages and expenses, The scope of such indemnity varies but may include indemnification for direct and consequential damages and expenses, including attorneys’ fees. We may be engaged in litigation as a result of these indemnification obligations. Third party claims including attorneys’ fees. We may be engaged in litigation as a result of these indemnification obligations. Third party claims for patent infringement are excluded from coverage under our insurance policies. A future obligation to indemnify our for patent infringement are excluded from coverage under our insurance policies. A future obligation to indemnify our customers or suppliers may harm our business. customers or suppliers may harm our business. Our reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us to the risk that these key ingredients of our business Our reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us to the risk that these key ingredients of our business could be copied by competitors. could be copied by competitors. Our success depends, in significant part, on the proprietary nature of our technology, including non-patentable IP such as Our success depends, in significant part, on the proprietary nature of our technology, including non-patentable IP such as our process technology. We primarily rely on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret laws, as well as nondisclosure our process technology. We primarily rely on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret laws, as well as nondisclosure agreements and other methods, to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. There can be no assurance that our agreements and other methods, to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. There can be no assurance that our existing patents will continue to be held valid, if challenged, or that they will have sufficient scope or strength to protect us. It is existing patents will continue to be held valid, if challenged, or that they will have sufficient scope or strength to protect us. It is also possible that competitors or other unauthorized third parties may obtain, copy, use or disclose, illegally or otherwise, our also possible that competitors or other unauthorized third parties may obtain, copy, use or disclose, illegally or otherwise, our proprietary technologies and processes, despite our efforts to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. If a competitor proprietary technologies and processes, despite our efforts to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. If a competitor is able to reproduce or otherwise capitalize on our technology despite the safeguards we have in place, it may be difficult, is able to reproduce or otherwise capitalize on our technology despite the safeguards we have in place, it may be difficult, expensive or impossible for us to obtain necessary legal protection. There are entities whom we believe may infringe our IP. expensive or impossible for us to obtain necessary legal protection. There are entities whom we believe may infringe our IP. Enforcement of our rights often requires litigation. If we bring a patent infringement action and are not successful, our Enforcement of our rights often requires litigation. If we bring a patent infringement action and are not successful, our competitors would be able to use similar technology to compete with us. Moreover, the defendant in such an action may competitors would be able to use similar technology to compete with us. Moreover, the defendant in such an action may successfully countersue us for infringement of their patents or assert a counterclaim that our patents are invalid or successfully countersue us for infringement of their patents or assert a counterclaim that our patents are invalid or unenforceable. Also, the laws of some foreign countries may not protect our IP to the same extent as do U.S. laws. In addition unenforceable. Also, the laws of some foreign countries may not protect our IP to the same extent as do U.S. laws. In addition to patent protection of IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. to patent protection of IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. We rely upon employee, consultant and vendor non-disclosure agreements and contractual provisions and a system of internal We rely upon employee, consultant and vendor non-disclosure agreements and contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to protect our proprietary information. However, any of our registered or unregistered IP rights may be challenged or safeguards to protect our proprietary information. However, any of our registered or unregistered IP rights may be challenged or exploited by others in the industry, which could harm our operating results. exploited by others in the industry, which could harm our operating results. The success of our branded products depends in part on the positive image that consumers have of our brands. We believe The success of our branded products depends in part on the positive image that consumers have of our brands. We believe the popularity of our brands makes them a target of counterfeiting or imitation, with third parties attempting to pass off the popularity of our brands makes them a target of counterfeiting or imitation, with third parties attempting to pass off counterfeit products as our products. Any occurrence of counterfeiting, imitation or confusion with our brands could negatively counterfeit products as our products. Any occurrence of counterfeiting, imitation or confusion with our brands could negatively affect our reputation and impair the value of our brands, which in turn could negatively impact sales of our branded products, affect our reputation and impair the value of our brands, which in turn could negatively impact sales of our branded products, our share and our gross margin, as well as increase our administrative costs related to brand protection and counterfeit detection our share and our gross margin, as well as increase our administrative costs related to brand protection and counterfeit detection and prosecution. and prosecution. 26 26 27 27 The nature of our industry and its reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us and our suppliers, The nature of our industry and its reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us and our suppliers, The exclusive forum provisions in our Bylaws could limit our stockholders' ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that The exclusive forum provisions in our Bylaws could limit our stockholders' ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that customers and partners to the risk of significant litigation. customers and partners to the risk of significant litigation. it finds favorable for disputes with the Company or its directors, officers or other employees. it finds favorable for disputes with the Company or its directors, officers or other employees. Our Bylaws provide that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, the Court of Our Bylaws provide that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware is the sole and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf Chancery of the State of Delaware is the sole and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on behalf of the Company, (ii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim of breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former of the Company, (ii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim of breach of a fiduciary duty owed by any current or former director, officer or other employee of the Company or its stockholders, (iii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim arising director, officer or other employee of the Company or its stockholders, (iii) any action or proceeding asserting a claim arising pursuant to any provision of the Delaware General Corporation Law or the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws, pursuant to any provision of the Delaware General Corporation Law or the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws, or (iv) any action or proceeding asserting a claim governed by the internal affairs doctrine (the “Delaware Exclusive Forum or (iv) any action or proceeding asserting a claim governed by the internal affairs doctrine (the “Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision”). Our Bylaws further provide that the federal district courts of the United States of America will, to the fullest extent Provision”). Our Bylaws further provide that the federal district courts of the United States of America will, to the fullest extent permitted by law, be the exclusive forum for resolving any complaint asserting a cause of action under the Securities Act of permitted by law, be the exclusive forum for resolving any complaint asserting a cause of action under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Federal Forum Provision”). 1933, as amended (the “Federal Forum Provision”). The Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under Delaware state law and would not The Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under Delaware state law and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act or the Securities Act, or any other claim for which the federal courts have apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act or the Securities Act, or any other claim for which the federal courts have exclusive jurisdiction. In addition, the Federal Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under the Securities Act exclusive jurisdiction. In addition, the Federal Forum Provision is intended to apply to claims arising under the Securities Act and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws and would not apply to claims brought pursuant to the Exchange Act. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws will not relieve us of our duties to comply with the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations thereunder and, will not relieve us of our duties to comply with the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations thereunder and, accordingly, actions by our stockholders to enforce any duty or liability created by the Exchange Act or the rules and accordingly, actions by our stockholders to enforce any duty or liability created by the Exchange Act or the rules and regulations thereunder must be brought in federal courts. Our stockholders will not be deemed to have waived our compliance regulations thereunder must be brought in federal courts. Our stockholders will not be deemed to have waived our compliance with these laws, rules and regulations. with these laws, rules and regulations. The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial The exclusive forum provisions in the Company’s Bylaws may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum of its choosing for disputes with the company or its directors, officers or other employees, which may discourage forum of its choosing for disputes with the company or its directors, officers or other employees, which may discourage lawsuits against the Company and its directors, officers and other employees. In addition, stockholders who do bring a claim in lawsuits against the Company and its directors, officers and other employees. In addition, stockholders who do bring a claim in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware pursuant to the Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision could face additional the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware pursuant to the Delaware Exclusive Forum Provision could face additional litigation costs in pursuing any such claim, particularly if they do not reside in or near Delaware. The court in the designated litigation costs in pursuing any such claim, particularly if they do not reside in or near Delaware. The court in the designated forum under our exclusive forum provisions may also reach different judgments or results than would other courts, including forum under our exclusive forum provisions may also reach different judgments or results than would other courts, including courts where a stockholder would otherwise choose to bring the action, and such judgments or results may be more favorable to courts where a stockholder would otherwise choose to bring the action, and such judgments or results may be more favorable to the Company than to our stockholders. Further, the enforceability of similar exclusive forum provisions in other companies’ the Company than to our stockholders. Further, the enforceability of similar exclusive forum provisions in other companies’ organizational documents has been challenged in legal proceedings, and it is possible that a court could find any of our organizational documents has been challenged in legal proceedings, and it is possible that a court could find any of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable to, or unenforceable in respect of, one or more of the specified types of actions or exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable to, or unenforceable in respect of, one or more of the specified types of actions or proceedings. If a court were to find all or any part of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable or unenforceable in an proceedings. If a court were to find all or any part of our exclusive forum provisions to be inapplicable or unenforceable in an action, we might incur additional costs associated with resolving such action in other jurisdictions. action, we might incur additional costs associated with resolving such action in other jurisdictions. Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments also possible that competitors or other unauthorized third parties may obtain, copy, use or disclose, illegally or otherwise, our also possible that competitors or other unauthorized third parties may obtain, copy, use or disclose, illegally or otherwise, our Not applicable. Not applicable. 26 26 27 27 The data storage industry has been characterized by significant litigation. This includes litigation relating to patent and The data storage industry has been characterized by significant litigation. This includes litigation relating to patent and other IP rights, product liability claims and other types of litigation. We have historically been involved in frequent disputes other IP rights, product liability claims and other types of litigation. We have historically been involved in frequent disputes regarding patent and other IP rights, and we have in the past received, and we may in the future receive, communications from regarding patent and other IP rights, and we have in the past received, and we may in the future receive, communications from third parties asserting that certain of our products, processes or technologies infringe upon their patent rights, copyrights, third parties asserting that certain of our products, processes or technologies infringe upon their patent rights, copyrights, trademark rights or other IP rights. We may also receive claims of potential infringement if we attempt to license IP to others. trademark rights or other IP rights. We may also receive claims of potential infringement if we attempt to license IP to others. IP risks increase when we enter into new markets where we have little or no IP protection as a defense against litigation. The IP risks increase when we enter into new markets where we have little or no IP protection as a defense against litigation. The complexity of the technology involved and the uncertainty of IP litigation increase the IP risks we face. Litigation can be complexity of the technology involved and the uncertainty of IP litigation increase the IP risks we face. Litigation can be expensive, lengthy and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of litigation are inherently uncertain and expensive, lengthy and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of litigation are inherently uncertain and may result in adverse rulings or decisions. We may be subject to injunctions, enter into settlements or be subject to judgments may result in adverse rulings or decisions. We may be subject to injunctions, enter into settlements or be subject to judgments that may harm our business. that may harm our business. If we incorporate third-party technology into our products or if claims or actions are asserted against us for alleged If we incorporate third-party technology into our products or if claims or actions are asserted against us for alleged infringement of the IP of others, we may be required to obtain a license or cross-license, modify our existing technology or infringement of the IP of others, we may be required to obtain a license or cross-license, modify our existing technology or design a new non-infringing technology. Such licenses or design modifications can be extremely costly. We evaluate notices of design a new non-infringing technology. Such licenses or design modifications can be extremely costly. We evaluate notices of alleged patent infringement and notices of patents from patent holders that we receive from time to time. We may decide to alleged patent infringement and notices of patents from patent holders that we receive from time to time. We may decide to settle a claim or action against us, which settlement could be costly. We may also be liable for any past infringement. If there is settle a claim or action against us, which settlement could be costly. We may also be liable for any past infringement. If there is an adverse ruling against us in an infringement lawsuit, an injunction could be issued barring production or sale of any an adverse ruling against us in an infringement lawsuit, an injunction could be issued barring production or sale of any infringing product. It could also result in a damage award equal to a reasonable royalty or lost profits or, if there is a finding of infringing product. It could also result in a damage award equal to a reasonable royalty or lost profits or, if there is a finding of willful infringement, treble damages. Any of these results would increase our costs and harm our operating results. In addition, willful infringement, treble damages. Any of these results would increase our costs and harm our operating results. In addition, our suppliers, customers and partners are subject to similar risks of litigation, and a material, adverse ruling against a supplier, our suppliers, customers and partners are subject to similar risks of litigation, and a material, adverse ruling against a supplier, customer or partner could negatively impact our business. customer or partner could negatively impact our business. Moreover, from time to time, we agree to indemnify certain of our suppliers and customers for alleged IP infringement. Moreover, from time to time, we agree to indemnify certain of our suppliers and customers for alleged IP infringement. The scope of such indemnity varies but may include indemnification for direct and consequential damages and expenses, The scope of such indemnity varies but may include indemnification for direct and consequential damages and expenses, including attorneys’ fees. We may be engaged in litigation as a result of these indemnification obligations. Third party claims including attorneys’ fees. We may be engaged in litigation as a result of these indemnification obligations. Third party claims for patent infringement are excluded from coverage under our insurance policies. A future obligation to indemnify our for patent infringement are excluded from coverage under our insurance policies. A future obligation to indemnify our customers or suppliers may harm our business. customers or suppliers may harm our business. Our reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us to the risk that these key ingredients of our business Our reliance on IP and other proprietary information subjects us to the risk that these key ingredients of our business could be copied by competitors. could be copied by competitors. Our success depends, in significant part, on the proprietary nature of our technology, including non-patentable IP such as Our success depends, in significant part, on the proprietary nature of our technology, including non-patentable IP such as our process technology. We primarily rely on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret laws, as well as nondisclosure our process technology. We primarily rely on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret laws, as well as nondisclosure agreements and other methods, to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. There can be no assurance that our agreements and other methods, to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. There can be no assurance that our existing patents will continue to be held valid, if challenged, or that they will have sufficient scope or strength to protect us. It is existing patents will continue to be held valid, if challenged, or that they will have sufficient scope or strength to protect us. It is proprietary technologies and processes, despite our efforts to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. If a competitor proprietary technologies and processes, despite our efforts to protect our proprietary technologies and processes. If a competitor is able to reproduce or otherwise capitalize on our technology despite the safeguards we have in place, it may be difficult, is able to reproduce or otherwise capitalize on our technology despite the safeguards we have in place, it may be difficult, expensive or impossible for us to obtain necessary legal protection. There are entities whom we believe may infringe our IP. expensive or impossible for us to obtain necessary legal protection. There are entities whom we believe may infringe our IP. Enforcement of our rights often requires litigation. If we bring a patent infringement action and are not successful, our Enforcement of our rights often requires litigation. If we bring a patent infringement action and are not successful, our competitors would be able to use similar technology to compete with us. Moreover, the defendant in such an action may competitors would be able to use similar technology to compete with us. Moreover, the defendant in such an action may successfully countersue us for infringement of their patents or assert a counterclaim that our patents are invalid or successfully countersue us for infringement of their patents or assert a counterclaim that our patents are invalid or unenforceable. Also, the laws of some foreign countries may not protect our IP to the same extent as do U.S. laws. In addition unenforceable. Also, the laws of some foreign countries may not protect our IP to the same extent as do U.S. laws. In addition to patent protection of IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. to patent protection of IP rights, we consider elements of our product designs and processes to be proprietary and confidential. We rely upon employee, consultant and vendor non-disclosure agreements and contractual provisions and a system of internal We rely upon employee, consultant and vendor non-disclosure agreements and contractual provisions and a system of internal safeguards to protect our proprietary information. However, any of our registered or unregistered IP rights may be challenged or safeguards to protect our proprietary information. However, any of our registered or unregistered IP rights may be challenged or exploited by others in the industry, which could harm our operating results. exploited by others in the industry, which could harm our operating results. The success of our branded products depends in part on the positive image that consumers have of our brands. We believe The success of our branded products depends in part on the positive image that consumers have of our brands. We believe the popularity of our brands makes them a target of counterfeiting or imitation, with third parties attempting to pass off the popularity of our brands makes them a target of counterfeiting or imitation, with third parties attempting to pass off counterfeit products as our products. Any occurrence of counterfeiting, imitation or confusion with our brands could negatively counterfeit products as our products. Any occurrence of counterfeiting, imitation or confusion with our brands could negatively affect our reputation and impair the value of our brands, which in turn could negatively impact sales of our branded products, affect our reputation and impair the value of our brands, which in turn could negatively impact sales of our branded products, our share and our gross margin, as well as increase our administrative costs related to brand protection and counterfeit detection our share and our gross margin, as well as increase our administrative costs related to brand protection and counterfeit detection and prosecution. and prosecution. Item 2. Item 2. Properties Properties Item 3. Item 3. Legal Proceedings Legal Proceedings Our principal executive offices are located in San Jose, California. Our leased facilities are occupied under leases that Our principal executive offices are located in San Jose, California. Our leased facilities are occupied under leases that expire at various times through 2034. Our principal manufacturing, R&D, marketing and administrative facilities as of July 2, expire at various times through 2034. Our principal manufacturing, R&D, marketing and administrative facilities as of July 2, 2021 were as follows: 2021 were as follows: For a description of our legal proceedings, see Part II, Item 8, Note 17, Legal Proceedings, of the Notes to Consolidated For a description of our legal proceedings, see Part II, Item 8, Note 17, Legal Proceedings, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Location Location United States United States California California Fremont Fremont Irvine Irvine Milpitas Milpitas San Jose San Jose Colorado Colorado Buildings Buildings Owned or Owned or Leased Leased Approximate Approximate Square Square Footage Footage Description Description Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Not applicable. Not applicable. Leased Leased Leased Leased Owned Owned Owned Owned 290,000 Manufacturing of head wafers and R&D 290,000 Manufacturing of head wafers and R&D 434,000 R&D, administrative, marketing and sales 434,000 R&D, administrative, marketing and sales 589,000 R&D, marketing and sales, and administrative 589,000 R&D, marketing and sales, and administrative 2,275,000 Manufacturing of head wafers, head, media and product development, 2,275,000 Manufacturing of head wafers, head, media and product development, R&D, administrative, marketing and sales R&D, administrative, marketing and sales Longmont Longmont Colorado Springs Colorado Springs Leased Leased Leased Leased 87,000 R&D 87,000 R&D 59,000 R&D 59,000 R&D Minnesota Minnesota Rochester Rochester Leased Leased 121,000 Product development 121,000 Product development Asia Asia China China Shanghai Shanghai Shenzhen Shenzhen Japan Japan Owned Owned Owned and Owned and Leased Leased 914,000 Assembly and test of SSDs 914,000 Assembly and test of SSDs 563,000 Manufacturing of media 563,000 Manufacturing of media Fujisawa Fujisawa Owned Owned 661,000 Product development 661,000 Product development Malaysia Malaysia Johor Johor Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Kuching Kuching Penang Penang Philippines Philippines Laguna Laguna Thailand Thailand Bang Pa-In Bang Pa-In Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned 277,000 Manufacturing of substrates 277,000 Manufacturing of substrates 145,000 R&D and administrative 145,000 R&D and administrative 285,000 Manufacturing and development of substrates 285,000 Manufacturing and development of substrates 1,872,000 Assembly and test of SSDs, manufacturing of media, and R&D 1,872,000 Assembly and test of SSDs, manufacturing of media, and R&D Owned Owned 632,000 Manufacturing of HGAs and slider fabrication 632,000 Manufacturing of HGAs and slider fabrication Owned and Owned and Leased Leased 1,673,000 Slider fabrication, manufacturing of HDDs and HGAs, and R&D 1,673,000 Slider fabrication, manufacturing of HDDs and HGAs, and R&D Prachinburi Prachinburi Owned Owned 1,566,000 Manufacturing of HDDs 1,566,000 Manufacturing of HDDs India India Bangalore Bangalore Middle East Middle East Israel Israel Owned and Owned and Leased Leased 638,000 R&D and administrative 638,000 R&D and administrative Kfar Saba Kfar Saba Tefen Tefen Owned Owned Owned Owned 167,000 R&D 167,000 R&D 64,000 R&D 64,000 R&D We also lease office space in various other locations throughout the world primarily for R&D, sales, operations, We also lease office space in various other locations throughout the world primarily for R&D, sales, operations, administration and technical support. We believe our present facilities are adequate for our current needs, although we upgrade administration and technical support. We believe our present facilities are adequate for our current needs, although we upgrade our facilities from time to time to meet anticipated future technological and market requirements. In general, new our facilities from time to time to meet anticipated future technological and market requirements. In general, new manufacturing facilities can be developed and become operational within approximately nine to eighteen months should we manufacturing facilities can be developed and become operational within approximately nine to eighteen months should we require such additional facilities. require such additional facilities. 28 28 29 29 Our principal executive offices are located in San Jose, California. Our leased facilities are occupied under leases that Our principal executive offices are located in San Jose, California. Our leased facilities are occupied under leases that For a description of our legal proceedings, see Part II, Item 8, Note 17, Legal Proceedings, of the Notes to Consolidated For a description of our legal proceedings, see Part II, Item 8, Note 17, Legal Proceedings, of the Notes to Consolidated expire at various times through 2034. Our principal manufacturing, R&D, marketing and administrative facilities as of July 2, expire at various times through 2034. Our principal manufacturing, R&D, marketing and administrative facilities as of July 2, Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Item 3. Item 3. Legal Proceedings Legal Proceedings Buildings Buildings Owned or Owned or Leased Leased Approximate Approximate Square Square Footage Footage Description Description Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures Not applicable. Not applicable. Item 2. Item 2. Properties Properties 2021 were as follows: 2021 were as follows: Location Location United States United States California California Fremont Fremont Irvine Irvine Milpitas Milpitas San Jose San Jose Colorado Colorado Minnesota Minnesota Asia Asia China China Shanghai Shanghai Shenzhen Shenzhen Japan Japan Malaysia Malaysia Johor Johor Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Kuching Kuching Penang Penang Philippines Philippines Laguna Laguna Thailand Thailand Prachinburi Prachinburi India India Bangalore Bangalore Middle East Middle East Israel Israel Leased Leased Leased Leased Owned Owned Owned Owned 290,000 Manufacturing of head wafers and R&D 290,000 Manufacturing of head wafers and R&D 434,000 R&D, administrative, marketing and sales 434,000 R&D, administrative, marketing and sales 589,000 R&D, marketing and sales, and administrative 589,000 R&D, marketing and sales, and administrative 2,275,000 Manufacturing of head wafers, head, media and product development, 2,275,000 Manufacturing of head wafers, head, media and product development, R&D, administrative, marketing and sales R&D, administrative, marketing and sales Longmont Longmont Colorado Springs Colorado Springs Leased Leased Leased Leased 87,000 R&D 87,000 R&D 59,000 R&D 59,000 R&D Rochester Rochester Leased Leased 121,000 Product development 121,000 Product development Owned Owned Owned and Owned and Leased Leased 914,000 Assembly and test of SSDs 914,000 Assembly and test of SSDs 563,000 Manufacturing of media 563,000 Manufacturing of media Fujisawa Fujisawa Owned Owned 661,000 Product development 661,000 Product development 277,000 Manufacturing of substrates 277,000 Manufacturing of substrates 145,000 R&D and administrative 145,000 R&D and administrative 285,000 Manufacturing and development of substrates 285,000 Manufacturing and development of substrates 1,872,000 Assembly and test of SSDs, manufacturing of media, and R&D 1,872,000 Assembly and test of SSDs, manufacturing of media, and R&D Owned Owned 632,000 Manufacturing of HGAs and slider fabrication 632,000 Manufacturing of HGAs and slider fabrication Bang Pa-In Bang Pa-In Owned and Owned and 1,673,000 Slider fabrication, manufacturing of HDDs and HGAs, and R&D 1,673,000 Slider fabrication, manufacturing of HDDs and HGAs, and R&D 1,566,000 Manufacturing of HDDs 1,566,000 Manufacturing of HDDs 638,000 R&D and administrative 638,000 R&D and administrative Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Owned Leased Leased Owned Owned Owned and Owned and Leased Leased Kfar Saba Kfar Saba Tefen Tefen Owned Owned Owned Owned 167,000 R&D 167,000 R&D 64,000 R&D 64,000 R&D We also lease office space in various other locations throughout the world primarily for R&D, sales, operations, We also lease office space in various other locations throughout the world primarily for R&D, sales, operations, administration and technical support. We believe our present facilities are adequate for our current needs, although we upgrade administration and technical support. We believe our present facilities are adequate for our current needs, although we upgrade our facilities from time to time to meet anticipated future technological and market requirements. In general, new our facilities from time to time to meet anticipated future technological and market requirements. In general, new manufacturing facilities can be developed and become operational within approximately nine to eighteen months should we manufacturing facilities can be developed and become operational within approximately nine to eighteen months should we require such additional facilities. require such additional facilities. 28 28 29 29 PART II PART II Total Return Analysis Total Return Analysis Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Market Information for Common Stock Market Information for Common Stock Western Digital Corporation Western Digital Corporation S&P 500 Index S&P 500 Index July 1, July 1, 2016 2016 June 30, June 30, 2017 2017 June 29, June 29, 2018 2018 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 $ 100.00 $ 195.92 $ 175.32 $ 112.54 $ 103.42 $ 171.09 $ 100.00 $ 195.92 $ 175.32 $ 112.54 $ 103.42 $ 171.09 $ 100.00 $ 117.90 $ 134.84 $ 148.89 $ 160.06 $ 225.36 $ 100.00 $ 117.90 $ 134.84 $ 148.89 $ 160.06 $ 225.36 Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “WDC.” The approximate Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “WDC.” The approximate Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index $ 100.00 $ 141.24 $ 183.98 $ 198.37 $ 288.56 $ 445.95 $ 100.00 $ 141.24 $ 183.98 $ 198.37 $ 288.56 $ 445.95 number of holders of record of our common stock as of August 18, 2021 was 893. number of holders of record of our common stock as of August 18, 2021 was 893. Dividends Dividends In April 2020, we suspended our quarterly cash dividend. For more information about our dividend policy see Part II, Item In April 2020, we suspended our quarterly cash dividend. For more information about our dividend policy see Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Short and Long-term Liquidity. 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Short and Long-term Liquidity. Stock Performance Graph Stock Performance Graph The following graph compares the cumulative total stockholder return of our common stock with the cumulative total The following graph compares the cumulative total stockholder return of our common stock with the cumulative total return of the S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index for the five years ended July 2, return of the S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index for the five years ended July 2, 2021. The graph assumes that $100 was invested in our common stock at the close of market on July 1, 2016 and that all 2021. The graph assumes that $100 was invested in our common stock at the close of market on July 1, 2016 and that all dividends were reinvested. Stockholder returns over the indicated period should not be considered indicative of future dividends were reinvested. Stockholder returns over the indicated period should not be considered indicative of future stockholder returns. stockholder returns. TOTAL RETURN TO STOCKHOLDERS TOTAL RETURN TO STOCKHOLDERS (Assumes $100 investment at market close on July 1, 2016) (Assumes $100 investment at market close on July 1, 2016) The stock performance graph shall not be deemed soliciting material or to be filed with the SEC or subject to The stock performance graph shall not be deemed soliciting material or to be filed with the SEC or subject to Regulation 14A or 14C under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Regulation 14A or 14C under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any past or future filing under the Securities Act of Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any past or future filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except to the extent we specifically request that it be treated as soliciting 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except to the extent we specifically request that it be treated as soliciting material or specifically incorporate it by reference into a filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities material or specifically incorporate it by reference into a filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Exchange Act of 1934. 30 30 31 31 PART II PART II Total Return Analysis Total Return Analysis Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities Market Information for Common Stock Market Information for Common Stock Western Digital Corporation Western Digital Corporation S&P 500 Index S&P 500 Index July 1, July 1, 2016 2016 June 30, June 30, 2017 2017 June 29, June 29, 2018 2018 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 $ 100.00 $ 195.92 $ 175.32 $ 112.54 $ 103.42 $ 171.09 $ 100.00 $ 195.92 $ 175.32 $ 112.54 $ 103.42 $ 171.09 $ 100.00 $ 117.90 $ 134.84 $ 148.89 $ 160.06 $ 225.36 $ 100.00 $ 117.90 $ 134.84 $ 148.89 $ 160.06 $ 225.36 Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “WDC.” The approximate Our common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “WDC.” The approximate Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index $ 100.00 $ 141.24 $ 183.98 $ 198.37 $ 288.56 $ 445.95 $ 100.00 $ 141.24 $ 183.98 $ 198.37 $ 288.56 $ 445.95 number of holders of record of our common stock as of August 18, 2021 was 893. number of holders of record of our common stock as of August 18, 2021 was 893. The stock performance graph shall not be deemed soliciting material or to be filed with the SEC or subject to The stock performance graph shall not be deemed soliciting material or to be filed with the SEC or subject to Regulation 14A or 14C under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Regulation 14A or 14C under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any past or future filing under the Securities Act of Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any past or future filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except to the extent we specifically request that it be treated as soliciting 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except to the extent we specifically request that it be treated as soliciting material or specifically incorporate it by reference into a filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities material or specifically incorporate it by reference into a filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Exchange Act of 1934. Dividends Dividends Stock Performance Graph Stock Performance Graph In April 2020, we suspended our quarterly cash dividend. For more information about our dividend policy see Part II, Item In April 2020, we suspended our quarterly cash dividend. For more information about our dividend policy see Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Short and Long-term Liquidity. 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Short and Long-term Liquidity. The following graph compares the cumulative total stockholder return of our common stock with the cumulative total The following graph compares the cumulative total stockholder return of our common stock with the cumulative total return of the S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index for the five years ended July 2, return of the S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Hardware & Equipment Index for the five years ended July 2, 2021. The graph assumes that $100 was invested in our common stock at the close of market on July 1, 2016 and that all 2021. The graph assumes that $100 was invested in our common stock at the close of market on July 1, 2016 and that all dividends were reinvested. Stockholder returns over the indicated period should not be considered indicative of future dividends were reinvested. Stockholder returns over the indicated period should not be considered indicative of future stockholder returns. stockholder returns. TOTAL RETURN TO STOCKHOLDERS TOTAL RETURN TO STOCKHOLDERS (Assumes $100 investment at market close on July 1, 2016) (Assumes $100 investment at market close on July 1, 2016) 30 30 31 31 Item 6. Item 6. Selected Financial Data Selected Financial Data [Reserved] [Reserved] Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities The following discussion and analysis contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, and should be read in conjunction with the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our laws, and should be read in conjunction with the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our business and operating results. You should read this information in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and business and operating results. You should read this information in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. See also “Forward-Looking Statements” the notes thereto included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. See also “Forward-Looking Statements” immediately prior to Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. immediately prior to Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our Company Our Company We are a leading developer, manufacturer and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving We are a leading developer, manufacturer and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the IT industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. We create needs of the IT industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We drive the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an environments for data to thrive. We drive the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. Our fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six Our fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six years, we report a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which years, we report a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. Key Developments Key Developments Business Structure Business Structure Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we announced a decision to reorganize our business by forming two separate product Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we announced a decision to reorganize our business by forming two separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives (“HDD”). The new structure is intended to provide each business unit business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives (“HDD”). The new structure is intended to provide each business unit with focus and responsibility for identifying current and future customer requirements while driving the strategy, roadmap, with focus and responsibility for identifying current and future customer requirements while driving the strategy, roadmap, pricing and overall profitability for their respective product areas. In the second fiscal quarter, to align with the new operating pricing and overall profitability for their respective product areas. In the second fiscal quarter, to align with the new operating model and business structure, we began making management organizational changes and are implementing new reporting model and business structure, we began making management organizational changes and are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. We are evaluating the impact of these changes modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. We are evaluating the impact of these changes on our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations and expect to modify our disclosures to align on our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations and expect to modify our disclosures to align with this structure when the implementations and assessments are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of with this structure when the implementations and assessments are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. fiscal 2022. COVID-19 Pandemic and Operational Update COVID-19 Pandemic and Operational Update As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, governments and other authorities around the world, including federal, As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, governments and other authorities around the world, including federal, state and local authorities in the United States, have from time-to-time imposed measures intended to reduce its spread, state and local authorities in the United States, have from time-to-time imposed measures intended to reduce its spread, including restrictions on freedom of movement and business operations such as travel bans, border closings, business including restrictions on freedom of movement and business operations such as travel bans, border closings, business limitations and closures (subject to exceptions for essential operations and businesses), quarantines and shelter-in-place orders. limitations and closures (subject to exceptions for essential operations and businesses), quarantines and shelter-in-place orders. Although some of these governmental restrictions have since been lifted or scaled back, a resurgence of COVID-19 infections Although some of these governmental restrictions have since been lifted or scaled back, a resurgence of COVID-19 infections could result in the re-imposition of certain restrictions in efforts to reduce further spread of COVID-19. We have taken actions could result in the re-imposition of certain restrictions in efforts to reduce further spread of COVID-19. We have taken actions to protect the health and safety of our employees while continuing to serve our global customers as an essential business. We to protect the health and safety of our employees while continuing to serve our global customers as an essential business. We have implemented and maintained more thorough sanitation practices as outlined by health organizations and supported have implemented and maintained more thorough sanitation practices as outlined by health organizations and supported vaccination efforts. As we begin to phase in a return to site for more employees, we are monitoring and adopting practices vaccination efforts. As we begin to phase in a return to site for more employees, we are monitoring and adopting practices recommended by health organizations to ensure the continued safety of our employees and business partners. In addition, the recommended by health organizations to ensure the continued safety of our employees and business partners. In addition, the responses to COVID-19 taken by others in the supply chain have increased the costs of their services which have in turn responses to COVID-19 taken by others in the supply chain have increased the costs of their services which have in turn impacted our operations. As a result, we have incurred charges of approximately $127 million primarily related to higher impacted our operations. As a result, we have incurred charges of approximately $127 million primarily related to higher logistics during the year ended July 2, 2021, which were recorded in cost of revenue. logistics during the year ended July 2, 2021, which were recorded in cost of revenue. As an essential business, we continue to provide products and solutions that enable the proliferation of data and facilitate As an essential business, we continue to provide products and solutions that enable the proliferation of data and facilitate the sharing of information remotely, which has become more critical as much of the world is interacting from areas of self- the sharing of information remotely, which has become more critical as much of the world is interacting from areas of self- isolation. Generally, our revenues have remained solid during the pandemic, supported by continued work-from-home, distance isolation. Generally, our revenues have remained solid during the pandemic, supported by continued work-from-home, distance learning, and at-home entertainment demand. However, the COVID-19 environment remains dynamic and we cannot predict learning, and at-home entertainment demand. However, the COVID-19 environment remains dynamic and we cannot predict the duration of the pandemic and how demand may change as it continues to develop. the duration of the pandemic and how demand may change as it continues to develop. 32 32 33 33 Item 6. Item 6. Selected Financial Data Selected Financial Data [Reserved] [Reserved] Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities The following discussion and analysis contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, and should be read in conjunction with the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our laws, and should be read in conjunction with the disclosures we make concerning risks and other factors that may affect our business and operating results. You should read this information in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and business and operating results. You should read this information in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. See also “Forward-Looking Statements” the notes thereto included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. See also “Forward-Looking Statements” immediately prior to Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. immediately prior to Part I, Item 1 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our Company Our Company We are a leading developer, manufacturer and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving We are a leading developer, manufacturer and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the IT industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. We create needs of the IT industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. We create environments for data to thrive. We drive the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an environments for data to thrive. We drive the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our ever-increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, our industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. Our fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six Our fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six years, we report a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which years, we report a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. Key Developments Key Developments Business Structure Business Structure Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we announced a decision to reorganize our business by forming two separate product Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we announced a decision to reorganize our business by forming two separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives (“HDD”). The new structure is intended to provide each business unit business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives (“HDD”). The new structure is intended to provide each business unit with focus and responsibility for identifying current and future customer requirements while driving the strategy, roadmap, with focus and responsibility for identifying current and future customer requirements while driving the strategy, roadmap, pricing and overall profitability for their respective product areas. In the second fiscal quarter, to align with the new operating pricing and overall profitability for their respective product areas. In the second fiscal quarter, to align with the new operating model and business structure, we began making management organizational changes and are implementing new reporting model and business structure, we began making management organizational changes and are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. We are evaluating the impact of these changes modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. We are evaluating the impact of these changes on our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations and expect to modify our disclosures to align on our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations and expect to modify our disclosures to align with this structure when the implementations and assessments are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of with this structure when the implementations and assessments are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. fiscal 2022. COVID-19 Pandemic and Operational Update COVID-19 Pandemic and Operational Update As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, governments and other authorities around the world, including federal, As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, governments and other authorities around the world, including federal, state and local authorities in the United States, have from time-to-time imposed measures intended to reduce its spread, state and local authorities in the United States, have from time-to-time imposed measures intended to reduce its spread, including restrictions on freedom of movement and business operations such as travel bans, border closings, business including restrictions on freedom of movement and business operations such as travel bans, border closings, business limitations and closures (subject to exceptions for essential operations and businesses), quarantines and shelter-in-place orders. limitations and closures (subject to exceptions for essential operations and businesses), quarantines and shelter-in-place orders. Although some of these governmental restrictions have since been lifted or scaled back, a resurgence of COVID-19 infections Although some of these governmental restrictions have since been lifted or scaled back, a resurgence of COVID-19 infections could result in the re-imposition of certain restrictions in efforts to reduce further spread of COVID-19. We have taken actions could result in the re-imposition of certain restrictions in efforts to reduce further spread of COVID-19. We have taken actions to protect the health and safety of our employees while continuing to serve our global customers as an essential business. We to protect the health and safety of our employees while continuing to serve our global customers as an essential business. We have implemented and maintained more thorough sanitation practices as outlined by health organizations and supported have implemented and maintained more thorough sanitation practices as outlined by health organizations and supported vaccination efforts. As we begin to phase in a return to site for more employees, we are monitoring and adopting practices vaccination efforts. As we begin to phase in a return to site for more employees, we are monitoring and adopting practices recommended by health organizations to ensure the continued safety of our employees and business partners. In addition, the recommended by health organizations to ensure the continued safety of our employees and business partners. In addition, the responses to COVID-19 taken by others in the supply chain have increased the costs of their services which have in turn responses to COVID-19 taken by others in the supply chain have increased the costs of their services which have in turn impacted our operations. As a result, we have incurred charges of approximately $127 million primarily related to higher impacted our operations. As a result, we have incurred charges of approximately $127 million primarily related to higher logistics during the year ended July 2, 2021, which were recorded in cost of revenue. logistics during the year ended July 2, 2021, which were recorded in cost of revenue. As an essential business, we continue to provide products and solutions that enable the proliferation of data and facilitate As an essential business, we continue to provide products and solutions that enable the proliferation of data and facilitate the sharing of information remotely, which has become more critical as much of the world is interacting from areas of self- the sharing of information remotely, which has become more critical as much of the world is interacting from areas of self- isolation. Generally, our revenues have remained solid during the pandemic, supported by continued work-from-home, distance isolation. Generally, our revenues have remained solid during the pandemic, supported by continued work-from-home, distance learning, and at-home entertainment demand. However, the COVID-19 environment remains dynamic and we cannot predict learning, and at-home entertainment demand. However, the COVID-19 environment remains dynamic and we cannot predict the duration of the pandemic and how demand may change as it continues to develop. the duration of the pandemic and how demand may change as it continues to develop. 32 32 33 33 We will continue to actively monitor the situation and may take further actions altering our business operations that we We will continue to actively monitor the situation and may take further actions altering our business operations that we determine are in the best interests of our employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, or as required by federal, determine are in the best interests of our employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, or as required by federal, state, or local authorities. See “The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business” in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, state, or local authorities. See “The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business” in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for more information regarding the risks we face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for more information regarding the risks we face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Results of Operations Results of Operations Summary Comparison of 2021, 2020 and 2019 Summary Comparison of 2021, 2020 and 2019 The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, selected summary information from our Consolidated Statements The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, selected summary information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollars and percentage of net revenue(1): of Operations by dollars and percentage of net revenue(1): 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions, except percentages) (in millions, except percentages) $ $ 16,922 16,922 100.0 % $ 100.0 % $ 16,736 16,736 100.0 % $ 100.0 % $ 16,569 16,569 100.0 % 100.0 % Employee termination, asset impairment, and other Employee termination, asset impairment, and other Revenue, net Revenue, net Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Gross profit Gross profit Operating Expenses: Operating Expenses: Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative charges charges Total operating expenses Total operating expenses Operating income Operating income Interest and other income (expense): Interest and other income (expense): Interest income Interest income Interest expense Interest expense Other income, net Other income, net Total interest and other expense, net Total interest and other expense, net Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Net income (loss) Net income (loss) (1) Percentages may not total due to rounding. (1) Percentages may not total due to rounding. 12,401 12,401 4,521 4,521 2,243 2,243 1,105 1,105 73.3 73.3 26.7 26.7 13.3 13.3 6.5 6.5 (47) (47) (0.3) (0.3) 3,301 3,301 1,220 1,220 19.5 19.5 7.2 7.2 26 26 0.2 0.2 (293) (293) (1.7) (1.7) 5.5 5.5 0.6 0.6 927 927 106 106 821 821 12,955 12,955 3,781 3,781 2,261 2,261 1,153 1,153 32 32 3,446 3,446 335 335 77.4 77.4 22.6 22.6 13.5 13.5 6.9 6.9 0.2 0.2 20.6 20.6 2.0 2.0 12,817 12,817 3,752 3,752 2,182 2,182 1,317 1,317 166 166 3,665 3,665 87 87 77.4 77.4 22.6 22.6 13.2 13.2 7.9 7.9 1.0 1.0 22.1 22.1 0.5 0.5 7 7 — — 28 28 0.2 0.2 57 57 0.3 0.3 (326) (326) (1.9) (1.9) (413) (413) (2.5) (2.5) (469) (469) (2.8) (2.8) 4 4 (381) (381) (46) (46) 204 204 — — (2.3) (2.3) (0.3) (0.3) 1.2 1.2 38 38 (374) (374) (287) (287) 467 467 0.2 0.2 (2.3) (2.3) (1.7) (1.7) 2.8 2.8 $ $ 4.9 % $ 4.9 % $ (250) (250) (1.5) % $ (1.5) % $ (754) (754) (4.6) % (4.6) % 34 34 35 35 We will continue to actively monitor the situation and may take further actions altering our business operations that we We will continue to actively monitor the situation and may take further actions altering our business operations that we Results of Operations Results of Operations determine are in the best interests of our employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, or as required by federal, determine are in the best interests of our employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders, or as required by federal, state, or local authorities. See “The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business” in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, state, or local authorities. See “The COVID-19 pandemic could negatively affect our business” in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, Summary Comparison of 2021, 2020 and 2019 Summary Comparison of 2021, 2020 and 2019 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for more information regarding the risks we face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for more information regarding the risks we face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, selected summary information from our Consolidated Statements The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, selected summary information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollars and percentage of net revenue(1): of Operations by dollars and percentage of net revenue(1): Revenue, net Revenue, net Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Gross profit Gross profit Operating Expenses: Operating Expenses: Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative Employee termination, asset impairment, and other Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges charges Total operating expenses Total operating expenses Operating income Operating income Interest and other income (expense): Interest and other income (expense): Interest income Interest income Interest expense Interest expense Other income, net Other income, net Total interest and other expense, net Total interest and other expense, net Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Net income (loss) Net income (loss) (1) Percentages may not total due to rounding. (1) Percentages may not total due to rounding. $ $ 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions, except percentages) (in millions, except percentages) $ $ 16,922 16,922 100.0 % $ 100.0 % $ 16,736 16,736 100.0 % $ 100.0 % $ 16,569 16,569 100.0 % 100.0 % 12,401 12,401 4,521 4,521 2,243 2,243 1,105 1,105 73.3 73.3 26.7 26.7 13.3 13.3 6.5 6.5 (47) (47) (0.3) (0.3) 3,301 3,301 1,220 1,220 19.5 19.5 7.2 7.2 12,955 12,955 3,781 3,781 2,261 2,261 1,153 1,153 32 32 3,446 3,446 335 335 77.4 77.4 22.6 22.6 13.5 13.5 6.9 6.9 0.2 0.2 20.6 20.6 2.0 2.0 12,817 12,817 3,752 3,752 2,182 2,182 1,317 1,317 166 166 3,665 3,665 87 87 77.4 77.4 22.6 22.6 13.2 13.2 7.9 7.9 1.0 1.0 22.1 22.1 0.5 0.5 7 7 — — 28 28 0.2 0.2 57 57 0.3 0.3 (326) (326) (1.9) (1.9) (413) (413) (2.5) (2.5) (469) (469) (2.8) (2.8) 26 26 0.2 0.2 (293) (293) (1.7) (1.7) 5.5 5.5 0.6 0.6 927 927 106 106 821 821 4 4 (381) (381) (46) (46) 204 204 — — (2.3) (2.3) (0.3) (0.3) 1.2 1.2 38 38 (374) (374) (287) (287) 467 467 0.2 0.2 (2.3) (2.3) (1.7) (1.7) 2.8 2.8 4.9 % $ 4.9 % $ (250) (250) (1.5) % $ (1.5) % $ (754) (754) (4.6) % (4.6) % 34 34 35 35 Consistent with standard industry practice, we have sales incentive and marketing programs that provide customers with Consistent with standard industry practice, we have sales incentive and marketing programs that provide customers with price protection and other incentives or reimbursements that are recorded as a reduction to gross revenue. For 2021, 2020 and price protection and other incentives or reimbursements that are recorded as a reduction to gross revenue. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, these programs represented 19%, 16% and 15%, respectively, of gross revenues, and adjustments to revenue due to 2019, these programs represented 19%, 16% and 15%, respectively, of gross revenues, and adjustments to revenue due to changes in accruals for these programs have generally averaged less than 1% of gross revenue over the last three fiscal years. changes in accruals for these programs have generally averaged less than 1% of gross revenue over the last three fiscal years. The amounts attributed to our sales incentive and marketing programs generally vary according to several factors including The amounts attributed to our sales incentive and marketing programs generally vary according to several factors including industry conditions, list pricing strategies, seasonal demand, competitor actions, channel mix and overall availability of industry conditions, list pricing strategies, seasonal demand, competitor actions, channel mix and overall availability of products. Changes in future customer demand and market conditions may require us to adjust our incentive programs as a products. Changes in future customer demand and market conditions may require us to adjust our incentive programs as a percentage of gross revenue. percentage of gross revenue. Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross profit increased $740 million, or 19.6%, in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflected a $279 million decrease in Gross profit increased $740 million, or 19.6%, in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflected a $279 million decrease in charges for amortization expense on acquired intangible assets, $143 million improvement related to power outage charges of charges for amortization expense on acquired intangible assets, $143 million improvement related to power outage charges of $68 million incurred in 2020 combined with a $75 million recovery in the current year as well as incremental profit from the $68 million incurred in 2020 combined with a $75 million recovery in the current year as well as incremental profit from the increase in volume. As a percent of revenue, gross margin increased by 4.1 percentage points over the prior year of which 2.5 increase in volume. As a percent of revenue, gross margin increased by 4.1 percentage points over the prior year of which 2.5 percentage points reflected the impact of the change in power outage charges and lower charges for amortization expense. In percentage points reflected the impact of the change in power outage charges and lower charges for amortization expense. In addition, as we ramped production on new products, cost reduction also contributed to the increase in gross margin. addition, as we ramped production on new products, cost reduction also contributed to the increase in gross margin. Operating Expenses Operating Expenses earnings. earnings. COVID-19 restrictions. COVID-19 restrictions. Research and development (“R&D”) expense decreased $18 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decrease was driven Research and development (“R&D”) expense decreased $18 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decrease was driven by lower facility costs of approximately $50 million due to restructuring and cost initiatives and approximately $20 million of by lower facility costs of approximately $50 million due to restructuring and cost initiatives and approximately $20 million of lower travel related expenses due to COVID-19 restrictions, partially offset by higher employee compensation cost for lower travel related expenses due to COVID-19 restrictions, partially offset by higher employee compensation cost for additional headcount as we invested in research and development, and higher variable compensation cost due to improved additional headcount as we invested in research and development, and higher variable compensation cost due to improved Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expense decreased $48 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decline was Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expense decreased $48 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decline was primarily driven by a $50 million reduction in expenses related to travel, marketing and outside services as a result of primarily driven by a $50 million reduction in expenses related to travel, marketing and outside services as a result of The gains recognized in Employee termination, asset impairment and other charges compared to the losses in the prior year The gains recognized in Employee termination, asset impairment and other charges compared to the losses in the prior year primarily reflect gains on the disposal of assets associated with our business realignment activities. For additional information primarily reflect gains on the disposal of assets associated with our business realignment activities. For additional information regarding employee termination, asset impairment and other charges, see Part II, Item 8, Note 16, Employee Termination, Asset regarding employee termination, asset impairment and other charges, see Part II, Item 8, Note 16, Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10- Impairment and Other Charges, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10- K. K. Interest and Other Income (Expense) Interest and Other Income (Expense) The decreases in total interest and other expense, net in 2021 compared to 2020 primarily reflects a decrease in interest The decreases in total interest and other expense, net in 2021 compared to 2020 primarily reflects a decrease in interest expense resulting from lower index rates and the pay-down of principal on our debt during 2021. expense resulting from lower index rates and the pay-down of principal on our debt during 2021. The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, summary information regarding our revenue: The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, summary information regarding our revenue: Revenue by Product Revenue by Product HDD HDD Flash-based Flash-based Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by End Market Revenue by End Market Client Devices Client Devices Data Center Devices & Solutions Data Center Devices & Solutions Client Solutions Client Solutions Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by Geography Revenue by Geography Americas Americas Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa Asia Asia Total Revenue Total Revenue Exabytes Shipped Exabytes Shipped Net Revenue Net Revenue 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 8,216 $ 8,216 $ 8,967 $ 8,967 $ 8,706 8,706 7,769 7,769 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 8,746 8,746 7,823 7,823 16,569 16,569 8,255 $ 8,255 $ 7,160 $ 7,160 $ 4,950 4,950 3,717 3,717 6,228 6,228 3,348 3,348 8,095 8,095 5,038 5,038 3,436 3,436 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 4,406 $ 4,406 $ 5,444 $ 5,444 $ 3,061 3,061 9,455 9,455 2,926 2,926 8,366 8,366 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 541 541 518 518 4,361 4,361 3,109 3,109 9,099 9,099 16,569 16,569 383 383 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Net revenue increased 1% in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflects approximately 13 percentage points increase in Net revenue increased 1% in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflects approximately 13 percentage points increase in revenue related to higher exabyte volume of flash sold, largely offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. revenue related to higher exabyte volume of flash sold, largely offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. Client Devices revenue increased 15% year over year, reflecting a 22% increase from a higher volume of flash products Client Devices revenue increased 15% year over year, reflecting a 22% increase from a higher volume of flash products sold. This increase in flash volume was driven by continued strength in demand for notebook and Chromebooks, gaming, smart sold. This increase in flash volume was driven by continued strength in demand for notebook and Chromebooks, gaming, smart home devices, automotive and industrial applications. This increase was partially offset by lower average selling price per home devices, automotive and industrial applications. This increase was partially offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte, primarily in flash. gigabyte, primarily in flash. Data Center Devices and Solutions revenue decreased 20% year over year. Lower exabytes of storage sold for HDD and Data Center Devices and Solutions revenue decreased 20% year over year. Lower exabytes of storage sold for HDD and flash each contributed approximately 7 percentage points to the revenue decline, while lower average selling price per gigabyte, flash each contributed approximately 7 percentage points to the revenue decline, while lower average selling price per gigabyte, primarily in HDD products, contributed another 6 percentage points to the decline. Year-over-year volume was negatively primarily in HDD products, contributed another 6 percentage points to the decline. Year-over-year volume was negatively impacted by cloud digestion and China shipment restrictions, and delays in product qualifications with certain customers earlier impacted by cloud digestion and China shipment restrictions, and delays in product qualifications with certain customers earlier in the year. The impacts of cloud digestion have abated and we have now completed qualifications with all our cloud titan in the year. The impacts of cloud digestion have abated and we have now completed qualifications with all our cloud titan customers. In flash, we are beginning to see growth with our second generation, NVMe enterprise SSD at several cloud titans customers. In flash, we are beginning to see growth with our second generation, NVMe enterprise SSD at several cloud titans and are ramping production more broadly. In HDD, we are experiencing a resurgence of demand driven by the successful ramp and are ramping production more broadly. In HDD, we are experiencing a resurgence of demand driven by the successful ramp of our 18-terabyte energy-assisted hard drive, growing cloud demand, a recovery in enterprise spending, and to a lesser extent, of our 18-terabyte energy-assisted hard drive, growing cloud demand, a recovery in enterprise spending, and to a lesser extent, cryptocurrency, driven by Chia. We believe the strong demand from our cloud customers and beginning of a recovery in the cryptocurrency, driven by Chia. We believe the strong demand from our cloud customers and beginning of a recovery in the enterprise demand continues to positively impact results. enterprise demand continues to positively impact results. Client Solutions revenue increased 11% year over year, which reflects an increase of approximately 16 percentage points Client Solutions revenue increased 11% year over year, which reflects an increase of approximately 16 percentage points due to exabyte growth, split evenly between HDD and Flash products, which was partially offset by lower average selling price due to exabyte growth, split evenly between HDD and Flash products, which was partially offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. Client Solutions remains a high performing end market, reflecting our brand recognition, broad product portfolio per gigabyte. Client Solutions remains a high performing end market, reflecting our brand recognition, broad product portfolio and extensive distribution channels to markets. and extensive distribution channels to markets. The changes in net revenue by geography reflect an increase in Asia due to our increased sales of mobility products to The changes in net revenue by geography reflect an increase in Asia due to our increased sales of mobility products to manufacturers in the Asia region, and a decrease in Americas driven by lower sales of capacity enterprise products. manufacturers in the Asia region, and a decrease in Americas driven by lower sales of capacity enterprise products. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, our top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42% and 45%, respectively, of our net revenue. For For 2021, 2020 and 2019, our top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42% and 45%, respectively, of our net revenue. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. 36 36 37 37 Consistent with standard industry practice, we have sales incentive and marketing programs that provide customers with Consistent with standard industry practice, we have sales incentive and marketing programs that provide customers with price protection and other incentives or reimbursements that are recorded as a reduction to gross revenue. For 2021, 2020 and price protection and other incentives or reimbursements that are recorded as a reduction to gross revenue. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, these programs represented 19%, 16% and 15%, respectively, of gross revenues, and adjustments to revenue due to 2019, these programs represented 19%, 16% and 15%, respectively, of gross revenues, and adjustments to revenue due to changes in accruals for these programs have generally averaged less than 1% of gross revenue over the last three fiscal years. changes in accruals for these programs have generally averaged less than 1% of gross revenue over the last three fiscal years. The amounts attributed to our sales incentive and marketing programs generally vary according to several factors including The amounts attributed to our sales incentive and marketing programs generally vary according to several factors including industry conditions, list pricing strategies, seasonal demand, competitor actions, channel mix and overall availability of industry conditions, list pricing strategies, seasonal demand, competitor actions, channel mix and overall availability of products. Changes in future customer demand and market conditions may require us to adjust our incentive programs as a products. Changes in future customer demand and market conditions may require us to adjust our incentive programs as a percentage of gross revenue. percentage of gross revenue. Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross profit increased $740 million, or 19.6%, in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflected a $279 million decrease in Gross profit increased $740 million, or 19.6%, in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflected a $279 million decrease in charges for amortization expense on acquired intangible assets, $143 million improvement related to power outage charges of charges for amortization expense on acquired intangible assets, $143 million improvement related to power outage charges of $68 million incurred in 2020 combined with a $75 million recovery in the current year as well as incremental profit from the $68 million incurred in 2020 combined with a $75 million recovery in the current year as well as incremental profit from the increase in volume. As a percent of revenue, gross margin increased by 4.1 percentage points over the prior year of which 2.5 increase in volume. As a percent of revenue, gross margin increased by 4.1 percentage points over the prior year of which 2.5 percentage points reflected the impact of the change in power outage charges and lower charges for amortization expense. In percentage points reflected the impact of the change in power outage charges and lower charges for amortization expense. In addition, as we ramped production on new products, cost reduction also contributed to the increase in gross margin. addition, as we ramped production on new products, cost reduction also contributed to the increase in gross margin. Operating Expenses Operating Expenses Research and development (“R&D”) expense decreased $18 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decrease was driven Research and development (“R&D”) expense decreased $18 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decrease was driven by lower facility costs of approximately $50 million due to restructuring and cost initiatives and approximately $20 million of by lower facility costs of approximately $50 million due to restructuring and cost initiatives and approximately $20 million of lower travel related expenses due to COVID-19 restrictions, partially offset by higher employee compensation cost for lower travel related expenses due to COVID-19 restrictions, partially offset by higher employee compensation cost for additional headcount as we invested in research and development, and higher variable compensation cost due to improved additional headcount as we invested in research and development, and higher variable compensation cost due to improved earnings. earnings. Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expense decreased $48 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decline was Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expense decreased $48 million in 2021 compared to 2020. The decline was primarily driven by a $50 million reduction in expenses related to travel, marketing and outside services as a result of primarily driven by a $50 million reduction in expenses related to travel, marketing and outside services as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. COVID-19 restrictions. The gains recognized in Employee termination, asset impairment and other charges compared to the losses in the prior year The gains recognized in Employee termination, asset impairment and other charges compared to the losses in the prior year primarily reflect gains on the disposal of assets associated with our business realignment activities. For additional information primarily reflect gains on the disposal of assets associated with our business realignment activities. For additional information regarding employee termination, asset impairment and other charges, see Part II, Item 8, Note 16, Employee Termination, Asset regarding employee termination, asset impairment and other charges, see Part II, Item 8, Note 16, Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10- Impairment and Other Charges, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10- K. K. Interest and Other Income (Expense) Interest and Other Income (Expense) The decreases in total interest and other expense, net in 2021 compared to 2020 primarily reflects a decrease in interest The decreases in total interest and other expense, net in 2021 compared to 2020 primarily reflects a decrease in interest expense resulting from lower index rates and the pay-down of principal on our debt during 2021. expense resulting from lower index rates and the pay-down of principal on our debt during 2021. The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, summary information regarding our revenue: The following table sets forth, for the periods presented, summary information regarding our revenue: Revenue by Product Revenue by Product HDD HDD Flash-based Flash-based Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by End Market Revenue by End Market Client Devices Client Devices Data Center Devices & Solutions Data Center Devices & Solutions Client Solutions Client Solutions Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by Geography Revenue by Geography Americas Americas Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa Asia Asia Total Revenue Total Revenue Exabytes Shipped Exabytes Shipped Net Revenue Net Revenue 2021 2021 2019 2019 Year Ended Year Ended 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 8,216 $ 8,216 $ 8,967 $ 8,967 $ 8,706 8,706 7,769 7,769 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 8,746 8,746 7,823 7,823 16,569 16,569 8,255 $ 8,255 $ 7,160 $ 7,160 $ 4,950 4,950 3,717 3,717 6,228 6,228 3,348 3,348 8,095 8,095 5,038 5,038 3,436 3,436 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 4,406 $ 4,406 $ 5,444 $ 5,444 $ 3,061 3,061 9,455 9,455 2,926 2,926 8,366 8,366 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 541 541 518 518 4,361 4,361 3,109 3,109 9,099 9,099 16,569 16,569 383 383 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Net revenue increased 1% in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflects approximately 13 percentage points increase in Net revenue increased 1% in 2021 compared to 2020, which reflects approximately 13 percentage points increase in revenue related to higher exabyte volume of flash sold, largely offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. revenue related to higher exabyte volume of flash sold, largely offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. Client Devices revenue increased 15% year over year, reflecting a 22% increase from a higher volume of flash products Client Devices revenue increased 15% year over year, reflecting a 22% increase from a higher volume of flash products sold. This increase in flash volume was driven by continued strength in demand for notebook and Chromebooks, gaming, smart sold. This increase in flash volume was driven by continued strength in demand for notebook and Chromebooks, gaming, smart home devices, automotive and industrial applications. This increase was partially offset by lower average selling price per home devices, automotive and industrial applications. This increase was partially offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte, primarily in flash. gigabyte, primarily in flash. Data Center Devices and Solutions revenue decreased 20% year over year. Lower exabytes of storage sold for HDD and Data Center Devices and Solutions revenue decreased 20% year over year. Lower exabytes of storage sold for HDD and flash each contributed approximately 7 percentage points to the revenue decline, while lower average selling price per gigabyte, flash each contributed approximately 7 percentage points to the revenue decline, while lower average selling price per gigabyte, primarily in HDD products, contributed another 6 percentage points to the decline. Year-over-year volume was negatively primarily in HDD products, contributed another 6 percentage points to the decline. Year-over-year volume was negatively impacted by cloud digestion and China shipment restrictions, and delays in product qualifications with certain customers earlier impacted by cloud digestion and China shipment restrictions, and delays in product qualifications with certain customers earlier in the year. The impacts of cloud digestion have abated and we have now completed qualifications with all our cloud titan in the year. The impacts of cloud digestion have abated and we have now completed qualifications with all our cloud titan customers. In flash, we are beginning to see growth with our second generation, NVMe enterprise SSD at several cloud titans customers. In flash, we are beginning to see growth with our second generation, NVMe enterprise SSD at several cloud titans and are ramping production more broadly. In HDD, we are experiencing a resurgence of demand driven by the successful ramp and are ramping production more broadly. In HDD, we are experiencing a resurgence of demand driven by the successful ramp of our 18-terabyte energy-assisted hard drive, growing cloud demand, a recovery in enterprise spending, and to a lesser extent, of our 18-terabyte energy-assisted hard drive, growing cloud demand, a recovery in enterprise spending, and to a lesser extent, cryptocurrency, driven by Chia. We believe the strong demand from our cloud customers and beginning of a recovery in the cryptocurrency, driven by Chia. We believe the strong demand from our cloud customers and beginning of a recovery in the enterprise demand continues to positively impact results. enterprise demand continues to positively impact results. Client Solutions revenue increased 11% year over year, which reflects an increase of approximately 16 percentage points Client Solutions revenue increased 11% year over year, which reflects an increase of approximately 16 percentage points due to exabyte growth, split evenly between HDD and Flash products, which was partially offset by lower average selling price due to exabyte growth, split evenly between HDD and Flash products, which was partially offset by lower average selling price per gigabyte. Client Solutions remains a high performing end market, reflecting our brand recognition, broad product portfolio per gigabyte. Client Solutions remains a high performing end market, reflecting our brand recognition, broad product portfolio and extensive distribution channels to markets. and extensive distribution channels to markets. The changes in net revenue by geography reflect an increase in Asia due to our increased sales of mobility products to The changes in net revenue by geography reflect an increase in Asia due to our increased sales of mobility products to manufacturers in the Asia region, and a decrease in Americas driven by lower sales of capacity enterprise products. manufacturers in the Asia region, and a decrease in Americas driven by lower sales of capacity enterprise products. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, our top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42% and 45%, respectively, of our net revenue. For For 2021, 2020 and 2019, our top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42% and 45%, respectively, of our net revenue. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of our net revenue. 36 36 37 37 Income Tax Expense Income Tax Expense Liquidity and Capital Resources Liquidity and Capital Resources The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”) includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. We The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”) includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. We The following table summarizes our statements of cash flows: The following table summarizes our statements of cash flows: completed our accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. completed our accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the However, the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and we anticipate the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. We 2017 Act since the enactment date, and we anticipate the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. We applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing our accounting for the applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing our accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may require further refinements to our estimates in future periods. require further refinements to our estimates in future periods. The following table sets forth income tax information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollar and The following table sets forth income tax information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollar and effective tax rate: effective tax rate: Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Effective tax rate Effective tax rate 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions, except percentages) (in millions, except percentages) 2019 2019 $ $ 927 927 106 106 11 % 11 % $ $ (46) (46) $ $ 204 204 (443) % (443) % (287) (287) 467 467 (163) % (163) % The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2021 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2021 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2020 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2020 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2030. In holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2030. In addition, the effective tax rate for 2020 includes the discrete effect of a de-recognition of $31 million for certain deferred tax addition, the effective tax rate for 2020 includes the discrete effect of a de-recognition of $31 million for certain deferred tax assets associated with creditable foreign withholding taxes due to the issuance of final regulatory guidance. The regulatory assets associated with creditable foreign withholding taxes due to the issuance of final regulatory guidance. The regulatory guidance does not preclude us from potentially claiming these creditable taxes as a period benefit when paid. guidance does not preclude us from potentially claiming these creditable taxes as a period benefit when paid. Our future effective tax rate is subject to future regulatory developments and changes in the mix of our U.S. earnings Our future effective tax rate is subject to future regulatory developments and changes in the mix of our U.S. earnings compared to foreign earnings. Our total tax expense in future fiscal years may also vary as a result of discrete items such as compared to foreign earnings. Our total tax expense in future fiscal years may also vary as a result of discrete items such as excess tax benefits or deficiencies. excess tax benefits or deficiencies. For additional information regarding Income tax expense (benefit), see Part II, Item 8, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the For additional information regarding Income tax expense (benefit), see Part II, Item 8, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. A discussion of our results of operations for 2019, including a comparison of such results of operations to 2020, is included A discussion of our results of operations for 2019, including a comparison of such results of operations to 2020, is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in our in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. 28, 2020. Net cash provided by (used in): Net cash provided by (used in): Operating activities Operating activities Investing activities Investing activities Financing activities Financing activities Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 1,898 $ 1,898 $ 824 $ 824 $ (765) (765) (817) (817) 6 6 278 278 (1,508) (1,508) (1) (1) 1,547 1,547 (1,272) (1,272) (1,829) (1,829) 4 4 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents $ $ 322 $ 322 $ (407) $ (407) $ (1,550) (1,550) We believe our cash, cash equivalents and cash generated from operations as well as our available credit facilities will be We believe our cash, cash equivalents and cash generated from operations as well as our available credit facilities will be sufficient to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs for at least the next twelve months. Our ability to sufficient to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs for at least the next twelve months. Our ability to sustain our working capital position is subject to a number of risks that we discuss in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, in this sustain our working capital position is subject to a number of risks that we discuss in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. During fiscal 2022, we expect expenditures for property, plant and equipment for our company plus our portion of the During fiscal 2022, we expect expenditures for property, plant and equipment for our company plus our portion of the capital expenditures by our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia for its operations to aggregate to $3.1 billion. After capital expenditures by our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia for its operations to aggregate to $3.1 billion. After consideration of the Flash Ventures’ lease financing of its capital expenditures and net operating cash flow, we expect net cash consideration of the Flash Ventures’ lease financing of its capital expenditures and net operating cash flow, we expect net cash used for our purchases of property, plant and equipment and net activity in notes receivable relating to Flash Ventures to be a used for our purchases of property, plant and equipment and net activity in notes receivable relating to Flash Ventures to be a cash outflow of approximately $2.0 billion during fiscal 2022. The total expected cash to be used could vary depending on the cash outflow of approximately $2.0 billion during fiscal 2022. The total expected cash to be used could vary depending on the timing and completion of various capital projects and the availability, timing and terms of related financing. timing and completion of various capital projects and the availability, timing and terms of related financing. A total of $1.99 billion and $2.12 billion of our Cash and cash equivalents was held outside of the U.S. as of July 2, 2021 A total of $1.99 billion and $2.12 billion of our Cash and cash equivalents was held outside of the U.S. as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. There are no material tax consequences that were not previously accrued for on the repatriation and July 3, 2020, respectively. There are no material tax consequences that were not previously accrued for on the repatriation Cash flow from operating activities primarily consists of net income, adjusted for non-cash charges, plus or minus changes Cash flow from operating activities primarily consists of net income, adjusted for non-cash charges, plus or minus changes in operating assets and liabilities. This represents our principal source of cash. Net cash used for changes in operating assets and in operating assets and liabilities. This represents our principal source of cash. Net cash used for changes in operating assets and liabilities was $175 million for 2021, as compared to $757 million for 2020. Changes in our operating assets and liabilities are liabilities was $175 million for 2021, as compared to $757 million for 2020. Changes in our operating assets and liabilities are largely affected by our working capital requirements, which are dependent on the effective management of our cash conversion largely affected by our working capital requirements, which are dependent on the effective management of our cash conversion cycle as well as timing of payments for taxes. Our cash conversion cycle measures how quickly we can convert our products cycle as well as timing of payments for taxes. Our cash conversion cycle measures how quickly we can convert our products into cash through sales. At the end of the respective fourth quarters, the cash conversion cycles were as follows: into cash through sales. At the end of the respective fourth quarters, the cash conversion cycles were as follows: of this cash. of this cash. Operating Activities Operating Activities Days sales outstanding Days sales outstanding Days in inventory Days in inventory Days payables outstanding Days payables outstanding Cash conversion cycle Cash conversion cycle 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in days) (in days) 42 42 98 98 (63) (63) 77 77 50 50 87 87 (67) (67) 70 70 30 30 94 94 (54) (54) 70 70 Changes in days sales outstanding (“DSO”) are generally due to the linearity of timing of shipments. Changes in days in Changes in days sales outstanding (“DSO”) are generally due to the linearity of timing of shipments. Changes in days in inventory (“DIO”) are generally related to the timing of inventory builds. Changes in days payables outstanding (“DPO”) are inventory (“DIO”) are generally related to the timing of inventory builds. Changes in days payables outstanding (“DPO”) are generally related to production volume and the timing of purchases during the period. From time to time, we modify the timing generally related to production volume and the timing of purchases during the period. From time to time, we modify the timing of payments to our vendors. We make modifications primarily to manage our vendor relationships and to manage our cash of payments to our vendors. We make modifications primarily to manage our vendor relationships and to manage our cash flows, including our cash balances. Generally, we make the payment term modifications through negotiations with our vendors flows, including our cash balances. Generally, we make the payment term modifications through negotiations with our vendors or by granting to, or receiving from, our vendors’ payment term accommodations. or by granting to, or receiving from, our vendors’ payment term accommodations. 38 38 39 39 Income Tax Expense Income Tax Expense Liquidity and Capital Resources Liquidity and Capital Resources The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”) includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. We The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”) includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. We The following table summarizes our statements of cash flows: The following table summarizes our statements of cash flows: completed our accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. completed our accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the However, the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and we anticipate the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. We 2017 Act since the enactment date, and we anticipate the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. We applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing our accounting for the applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing our accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may require further refinements to our estimates in future periods. require further refinements to our estimates in future periods. The following table sets forth income tax information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollar and The following table sets forth income tax information from our Consolidated Statements of Operations by dollar and effective tax rate: effective tax rate: Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Effective tax rate Effective tax rate 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions, except percentages) (in millions, except percentages) $ $ $ $ (46) (46) $ $ 927 927 106 106 11 % 11 % 204 204 (443) % (443) % (287) (287) 467 467 (163) % (163) % The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2021 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2021 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2020 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are The primary drivers of the difference between the effective tax rate for 2020 and the U.S. Federal statutory rate of 21% are the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax the relative mix of earnings and losses by jurisdiction, the deduction for foreign derived intangible income, credits and tax holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2030. In holidays in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand that will expire at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2030. In addition, the effective tax rate for 2020 includes the discrete effect of a de-recognition of $31 million for certain deferred tax addition, the effective tax rate for 2020 includes the discrete effect of a de-recognition of $31 million for certain deferred tax assets associated with creditable foreign withholding taxes due to the issuance of final regulatory guidance. The regulatory assets associated with creditable foreign withholding taxes due to the issuance of final regulatory guidance. The regulatory guidance does not preclude us from potentially claiming these creditable taxes as a period benefit when paid. guidance does not preclude us from potentially claiming these creditable taxes as a period benefit when paid. Our future effective tax rate is subject to future regulatory developments and changes in the mix of our U.S. earnings Our future effective tax rate is subject to future regulatory developments and changes in the mix of our U.S. earnings compared to foreign earnings. Our total tax expense in future fiscal years may also vary as a result of discrete items such as compared to foreign earnings. Our total tax expense in future fiscal years may also vary as a result of discrete items such as excess tax benefits or deficiencies. excess tax benefits or deficiencies. For additional information regarding Income tax expense (benefit), see Part II, Item 8, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the For additional information regarding Income tax expense (benefit), see Part II, Item 8, Note 14, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. A discussion of our results of operations for 2019, including a comparison of such results of operations to 2020, is included A discussion of our results of operations for 2019, including a comparison of such results of operations to 2020, is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in our in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. 28, 2020. Net cash provided by (used in): Net cash provided by (used in): Operating activities Operating activities Investing activities Investing activities Financing activities Financing activities Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ 1,898 $ 1,898 $ 824 $ 824 $ (765) (765) (817) (817) 6 6 278 278 (1,508) (1,508) (1) (1) 1,547 1,547 (1,272) (1,272) (1,829) (1,829) 4 4 Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents $ $ 322 $ 322 $ (407) $ (407) $ (1,550) (1,550) We believe our cash, cash equivalents and cash generated from operations as well as our available credit facilities will be We believe our cash, cash equivalents and cash generated from operations as well as our available credit facilities will be sufficient to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs for at least the next twelve months. Our ability to sufficient to meet our working capital, debt and capital expenditure needs for at least the next twelve months. Our ability to sustain our working capital position is subject to a number of risks that we discuss in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, in this sustain our working capital position is subject to a number of risks that we discuss in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Annual Report on Form 10-K. During fiscal 2022, we expect expenditures for property, plant and equipment for our company plus our portion of the During fiscal 2022, we expect expenditures for property, plant and equipment for our company plus our portion of the capital expenditures by our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia for its operations to aggregate to $3.1 billion. After capital expenditures by our Flash Ventures joint venture with Kioxia for its operations to aggregate to $3.1 billion. After consideration of the Flash Ventures’ lease financing of its capital expenditures and net operating cash flow, we expect net cash consideration of the Flash Ventures’ lease financing of its capital expenditures and net operating cash flow, we expect net cash used for our purchases of property, plant and equipment and net activity in notes receivable relating to Flash Ventures to be a used for our purchases of property, plant and equipment and net activity in notes receivable relating to Flash Ventures to be a cash outflow of approximately $2.0 billion during fiscal 2022. The total expected cash to be used could vary depending on the cash outflow of approximately $2.0 billion during fiscal 2022. The total expected cash to be used could vary depending on the timing and completion of various capital projects and the availability, timing and terms of related financing. timing and completion of various capital projects and the availability, timing and terms of related financing. A total of $1.99 billion and $2.12 billion of our Cash and cash equivalents was held outside of the U.S. as of July 2, 2021 A total of $1.99 billion and $2.12 billion of our Cash and cash equivalents was held outside of the U.S. as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. There are no material tax consequences that were not previously accrued for on the repatriation and July 3, 2020, respectively. There are no material tax consequences that were not previously accrued for on the repatriation of this cash. of this cash. Operating Activities Operating Activities Cash flow from operating activities primarily consists of net income, adjusted for non-cash charges, plus or minus changes Cash flow from operating activities primarily consists of net income, adjusted for non-cash charges, plus or minus changes in operating assets and liabilities. This represents our principal source of cash. Net cash used for changes in operating assets and in operating assets and liabilities. This represents our principal source of cash. Net cash used for changes in operating assets and liabilities was $175 million for 2021, as compared to $757 million for 2020. Changes in our operating assets and liabilities are liabilities was $175 million for 2021, as compared to $757 million for 2020. Changes in our operating assets and liabilities are largely affected by our working capital requirements, which are dependent on the effective management of our cash conversion largely affected by our working capital requirements, which are dependent on the effective management of our cash conversion cycle as well as timing of payments for taxes. Our cash conversion cycle measures how quickly we can convert our products cycle as well as timing of payments for taxes. Our cash conversion cycle measures how quickly we can convert our products into cash through sales. At the end of the respective fourth quarters, the cash conversion cycles were as follows: into cash through sales. At the end of the respective fourth quarters, the cash conversion cycles were as follows: Days sales outstanding Days sales outstanding Days in inventory Days in inventory Days payables outstanding Days payables outstanding Cash conversion cycle Cash conversion cycle 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in days) (in days) 2019 2019 42 42 98 98 (63) (63) 77 77 50 50 87 87 (67) (67) 70 70 30 30 94 94 (54) (54) 70 70 Changes in days sales outstanding (“DSO”) are generally due to the linearity of timing of shipments. Changes in days in Changes in days sales outstanding (“DSO”) are generally due to the linearity of timing of shipments. Changes in days in inventory (“DIO”) are generally related to the timing of inventory builds. Changes in days payables outstanding (“DPO”) are inventory (“DIO”) are generally related to the timing of inventory builds. Changes in days payables outstanding (“DPO”) are generally related to production volume and the timing of purchases during the period. From time to time, we modify the timing generally related to production volume and the timing of purchases during the period. From time to time, we modify the timing of payments to our vendors. We make modifications primarily to manage our vendor relationships and to manage our cash of payments to our vendors. We make modifications primarily to manage our vendor relationships and to manage our cash flows, including our cash balances. Generally, we make the payment term modifications through negotiations with our vendors flows, including our cash balances. Generally, we make the payment term modifications through negotiations with our vendors or by granting to, or receiving from, our vendors’ payment term accommodations. or by granting to, or receiving from, our vendors’ payment term accommodations. 38 38 39 39 For 2021, DSO decreased by 8 days over the prior year, reflecting more linearity in the timing of shipments and more For 2021, DSO decreased by 8 days over the prior year, reflecting more linearity in the timing of shipments and more favorable customer terms, partially offset by an increase of approximately 2 days for lower factoring of receivables. We have favorable customer terms, partially offset by an increase of approximately 2 days for lower factoring of receivables. We have seen no significant deterioration in our receivables as a result of COVID-19. DIO increased by 11 days over the prior year, seen no significant deterioration in our receivables as a result of COVID-19. DIO increased by 11 days over the prior year, reflecting higher stocking levels of HDD inventory to serve anticipated demand growth and better output from Flash Ventures reflecting higher stocking levels of HDD inventory to serve anticipated demand growth and better output from Flash Ventures as production ramped up at the new fabrication sites. DPO decreased by 4 days over the prior year, primarily reflecting as production ramped up at the new fabrication sites. DPO decreased by 4 days over the prior year, primarily reflecting resumptions of flash production volumes and ramp up of production of new drives as well as routine variations in the timing of resumptions of flash production volumes and ramp up of production of new drives as well as routine variations in the timing of purchases and payments during the period. purchases and payments during the period. Investing Activities Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities in 2021 primarily consisted of $1.1 billion in capital expenditures, partially offset by a Net cash used in investing activities in 2021 primarily consisted of $1.1 billion in capital expenditures, partially offset by a $231 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures and proceeds of $143 million from the disposal of $231 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures and proceeds of $143 million from the disposal of property, plant and equipment, primarily related to our business realignment activities. Net cash provided by investing activities property, plant and equipment, primarily related to our business realignment activities. Net cash provided by investing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of a $931 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures, partially offset by in 2020 primarily consisted of a $931 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures, partially offset by $647 million of capital expenditures. $647 million of capital expenditures. Our cash equivalents are primarily invested in money market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury securities and Our cash equivalents are primarily invested in money market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities. In addition, from time to time, we invest directly in U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. and U.S. Government agency securities. In addition, from time to time, we invest directly in U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. and international government agency securities, certificates of deposit, asset backed securities and corporate and municipal notes international government agency securities, certificates of deposit, asset backed securities and corporate and municipal notes and bonds. and bonds. Financing Activities Financing Activities During 2021, net cash used in financing activities primarily consisted of $886 million for repayment of debt, which During 2021, net cash used in financing activities primarily consisted of $886 million for repayment of debt, which included $600 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, and $56 million for taxes paid on vested stock awards included $600 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, and $56 million for taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans, partially offset by $134 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. under employee stock plans, partially offset by $134 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. Net cash used in financing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of $982 million for the repayment of debt, which included Net cash used in financing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of $982 million for the repayment of debt, which included $725 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, $595 million to pay dividends on our common stock, and $72 $725 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, $595 million to pay dividends on our common stock, and $72 million for taxes paid with respect to vested stock awards under our employee stock plans, partially offset by $141 million of million for taxes paid with respect to vested stock awards under our employee stock plans, partially offset by $141 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. On July 19, 2021, we made an incremental voluntary cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. On July 19, 2021, we made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on our Term Loan B-4. prepayment of $150 million on our Term Loan B-4. A discussion of our cash flows for the year ended June 28, 2019 is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion A discussion of our cash flows for the year ended June 28, 2019 is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources, included in our Annual and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources, included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements Other than the commitments related to Flash Ventures incurred in the normal course of business and certain Other than the commitments related to Flash Ventures incurred in the normal course of business and certain indemnification provisions (see “Short and Long-term Liquidity-Indemnifications” below), we do not have any other material indemnification provisions (see “Short and Long-term Liquidity-Indemnifications” below), we do not have any other material off-balance sheet financing arrangements or liabilities, guarantee contracts, retained or contingent interests in transferred assets, off-balance sheet financing arrangements or liabilities, guarantee contracts, retained or contingent interests in transferred assets, or any other obligation arising out of a material variable interest in an unconsolidated entity. We do not have any majority- or any other obligation arising out of a material variable interest in an unconsolidated entity. We do not have any majority- owned subsidiaries that are not included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Additionally, with the exception of Flash owned subsidiaries that are not included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Additionally, with the exception of Flash Ventures and our joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred Ventures and our joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred to as the “Unis Venture”, we do not have an interest in, or relationships with, any variable interest entities. For additional to as the “Unis Venture”, we do not have an interest in, or relationships with, any variable interest entities. For additional information regarding our off-balance sheet arrangements, see Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related information regarding our off-balance sheet arrangements, see Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Form 10-K. Short and Long-term Liquidity Short and Long-term Liquidity Contractual Obligations and Commitments Contractual Obligations and Commitments The following is a summary of our known contractual cash obligations and commercial commitments as of July 2, 2021: The following is a summary of our known contractual cash obligations and commercial commitments as of July 2, 2021: Long-term debt, including current portion(1) Long-term debt, including current portion(1) $ $ 8,825 $ 8,825 $ 251 $ 251 $ 6,274 $ 6,274 $ 2,300 $ 2,300 $ Total Total 1 Year (2022) 1 Year (2022) 4-5 Years 4-5 Years (2025-2026) (2025-2026) More than More than 5 Years 5 Years (Beyond 2026) (Beyond 2026) 2-3 Years 2-3 Years (2023-2024) (2023-2024) (in millions) (in millions) 833 833 5,952 5,952 284 284 3,716 3,716 925 925 269 269 2,970 2,970 40 40 2,541 2,541 106 106 345 345 2,046 2,046 67 67 837 837 283 283 219 219 830 830 61 61 168 168 536 536 $ $ 20,535 $ 20,535 $ 6,177 $ 6,177 $ 9,852 $ 9,852 $ 4,114 $ 4,114 $ — — — — 106 106 116 116 170 170 — — 392 392 Flash Ventures related commitments(2) Flash Ventures related commitments(2) Interest on debt Interest on debt Operating leases Operating leases Purchase obligations and other commitments Purchase obligations and other commitments Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Total Total (2) (2) Debt Debt (1) Principal portion of debt, excluding discounts and issuance costs. (1) Principal portion of debt, excluding discounts and issuance costs. Includes reimbursement for depreciation and lease payments on owned and committed equipment, funding commitments Includes reimbursement for depreciation and lease payments on owned and committed equipment, funding commitments for loans and equity investments and payments for other committed expenses, including R&D and building depreciation. for loans and equity investments and payments for other committed expenses, including R&D and building depreciation. Funding commitments assume no additional operating lease guarantees. Additional operating lease guarantees can reduce Funding commitments assume no additional operating lease guarantees. Additional operating lease guarantees can reduce funding commitments. funding commitments. In addition to our existing debt, we have $2.25 billion available under our revolving credit facility, subject to customary In addition to our existing debt, we have $2.25 billion available under our revolving credit facility, subject to customary conditions under the credit agreement. Additional information regarding our indebtedness, including information about conditions under the credit agreement. Additional information regarding our indebtedness, including information about availability under our revolving credit facility and the principal repayment terms, interest rates, covenants and other key terms availability under our revolving credit facility and the principal repayment terms, interest rates, covenants and other key terms of our outstanding indebtedness, is included in Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of our outstanding indebtedness, is included in Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The credit agreement governing our revolving credit facility and our term loan included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The credit agreement governing our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 requires us to comply with certain financial covenants, consisting of a leverage ratio and an interest coverage A-1 due 2023 requires us to comply with certain financial covenants, consisting of a leverage ratio and an interest coverage ratio. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. ratio. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. Flash Ventures Flash Ventures Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into equipment lease agreements of which we guarantee half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The equipment lease agreements of which we guarantee half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of the lease obligations and a call on our guarantees. As of occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of the lease obligations and a call on our guarantees. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with all covenants under these Japanese lease facilities. See Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with all covenants under these Japanese lease facilities. See Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for information regarding Flash Ventures. Annual Report on Form 10-K for information regarding Flash Ventures. Purchase Obligations and Other Commitments Purchase Obligations and Other Commitments In the normal course of business, we enter into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components used to In the normal course of business, we enter into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components used to manufacture our products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production during manufacture our products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any time prior to shipment of the components. We also enter into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future time prior to shipment of the components. We also enter into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s components. These arrangements are included under “Purchase obligations” in the table above. components. These arrangements are included under “Purchase obligations” in the table above. 40 40 41 41 For 2021, DSO decreased by 8 days over the prior year, reflecting more linearity in the timing of shipments and more For 2021, DSO decreased by 8 days over the prior year, reflecting more linearity in the timing of shipments and more Short and Long-term Liquidity Short and Long-term Liquidity favorable customer terms, partially offset by an increase of approximately 2 days for lower factoring of receivables. We have favorable customer terms, partially offset by an increase of approximately 2 days for lower factoring of receivables. We have seen no significant deterioration in our receivables as a result of COVID-19. DIO increased by 11 days over the prior year, seen no significant deterioration in our receivables as a result of COVID-19. DIO increased by 11 days over the prior year, reflecting higher stocking levels of HDD inventory to serve anticipated demand growth and better output from Flash Ventures reflecting higher stocking levels of HDD inventory to serve anticipated demand growth and better output from Flash Ventures as production ramped up at the new fabrication sites. DPO decreased by 4 days over the prior year, primarily reflecting as production ramped up at the new fabrication sites. DPO decreased by 4 days over the prior year, primarily reflecting resumptions of flash production volumes and ramp up of production of new drives as well as routine variations in the timing of resumptions of flash production volumes and ramp up of production of new drives as well as routine variations in the timing of purchases and payments during the period. purchases and payments during the period. Investing Activities Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities in 2021 primarily consisted of $1.1 billion in capital expenditures, partially offset by a Net cash used in investing activities in 2021 primarily consisted of $1.1 billion in capital expenditures, partially offset by a $231 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures and proceeds of $143 million from the disposal of $231 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures and proceeds of $143 million from the disposal of property, plant and equipment, primarily related to our business realignment activities. Net cash provided by investing activities property, plant and equipment, primarily related to our business realignment activities. Net cash provided by investing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of a $931 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures, partially offset by in 2020 primarily consisted of a $931 million net decrease in notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures, partially offset by $647 million of capital expenditures. $647 million of capital expenditures. Our cash equivalents are primarily invested in money market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury securities and Our cash equivalents are primarily invested in money market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities. In addition, from time to time, we invest directly in U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. and U.S. Government agency securities. In addition, from time to time, we invest directly in U.S. Treasury securities, U.S. and international government agency securities, certificates of deposit, asset backed securities and corporate and municipal notes international government agency securities, certificates of deposit, asset backed securities and corporate and municipal notes and bonds. and bonds. Financing Activities Financing Activities During 2021, net cash used in financing activities primarily consisted of $886 million for repayment of debt, which During 2021, net cash used in financing activities primarily consisted of $886 million for repayment of debt, which included $600 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, and $56 million for taxes paid on vested stock awards included $600 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, and $56 million for taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans, partially offset by $134 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. under employee stock plans, partially offset by $134 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. Net cash used in financing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of $982 million for the repayment of debt, which included Net cash used in financing activities in 2020 primarily consisted of $982 million for the repayment of debt, which included $725 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, $595 million to pay dividends on our common stock, and $72 $725 million in voluntary prepayments on our Term Loan B-4, $595 million to pay dividends on our common stock, and $72 million for taxes paid with respect to vested stock awards under our employee stock plans, partially offset by $141 million of million for taxes paid with respect to vested stock awards under our employee stock plans, partially offset by $141 million of cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. On July 19, 2021, we made an incremental voluntary cash from the issuance of stock under our employee stock plans. On July 19, 2021, we made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on our Term Loan B-4. prepayment of $150 million on our Term Loan B-4. A discussion of our cash flows for the year ended June 28, 2019 is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion A discussion of our cash flows for the year ended June 28, 2019 is included in Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources, included in our Annual and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources, included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 3, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020. Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements Other than the commitments related to Flash Ventures incurred in the normal course of business and certain Other than the commitments related to Flash Ventures incurred in the normal course of business and certain indemnification provisions (see “Short and Long-term Liquidity-Indemnifications” below), we do not have any other material indemnification provisions (see “Short and Long-term Liquidity-Indemnifications” below), we do not have any other material off-balance sheet financing arrangements or liabilities, guarantee contracts, retained or contingent interests in transferred assets, off-balance sheet financing arrangements or liabilities, guarantee contracts, retained or contingent interests in transferred assets, or any other obligation arising out of a material variable interest in an unconsolidated entity. We do not have any majority- or any other obligation arising out of a material variable interest in an unconsolidated entity. We do not have any majority- owned subsidiaries that are not included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Additionally, with the exception of Flash owned subsidiaries that are not included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Additionally, with the exception of Flash Ventures and our joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred Ventures and our joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred to as the “Unis Venture”, we do not have an interest in, or relationships with, any variable interest entities. For additional to as the “Unis Venture”, we do not have an interest in, or relationships with, any variable interest entities. For additional information regarding our off-balance sheet arrangements, see Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related information regarding our off-balance sheet arrangements, see Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Form 10-K. Contractual Obligations and Commitments Contractual Obligations and Commitments The following is a summary of our known contractual cash obligations and commercial commitments as of July 2, 2021: The following is a summary of our known contractual cash obligations and commercial commitments as of July 2, 2021: Total Total 1 Year (2022) 1 Year (2022) 4-5 Years 4-5 Years (2025-2026) (2025-2026) More than More than 5 Years 5 Years (Beyond 2026) (Beyond 2026) 2-3 Years 2-3 Years (2023-2024) (2023-2024) (in millions) (in millions) Long-term debt, including current portion(1) Long-term debt, including current portion(1) Interest on debt Interest on debt Flash Ventures related commitments(2) Flash Ventures related commitments(2) Operating leases Operating leases Purchase obligations and other commitments Purchase obligations and other commitments Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax $ $ 8,825 $ 8,825 $ 251 $ 251 $ 6,274 $ 6,274 $ 2,300 $ 2,300 $ 833 833 5,952 5,952 284 284 3,716 3,716 925 925 269 269 2,970 2,970 40 40 2,541 2,541 106 106 345 345 2,046 2,046 67 67 837 837 283 283 219 219 830 830 61 61 168 168 536 536 Total Total $ $ 20,535 $ 20,535 $ 6,177 $ 6,177 $ 9,852 $ 9,852 $ 4,114 $ 4,114 $ — — — — 106 106 116 116 170 170 — — 392 392 (1) Principal portion of debt, excluding discounts and issuance costs. (1) Principal portion of debt, excluding discounts and issuance costs. (2) (2) Includes reimbursement for depreciation and lease payments on owned and committed equipment, funding commitments Includes reimbursement for depreciation and lease payments on owned and committed equipment, funding commitments for loans and equity investments and payments for other committed expenses, including R&D and building depreciation. for loans and equity investments and payments for other committed expenses, including R&D and building depreciation. Funding commitments assume no additional operating lease guarantees. Additional operating lease guarantees can reduce Funding commitments assume no additional operating lease guarantees. Additional operating lease guarantees can reduce funding commitments. funding commitments. Debt Debt In addition to our existing debt, we have $2.25 billion available under our revolving credit facility, subject to customary In addition to our existing debt, we have $2.25 billion available under our revolving credit facility, subject to customary conditions under the credit agreement. Additional information regarding our indebtedness, including information about conditions under the credit agreement. Additional information regarding our indebtedness, including information about availability under our revolving credit facility and the principal repayment terms, interest rates, covenants and other key terms availability under our revolving credit facility and the principal repayment terms, interest rates, covenants and other key terms of our outstanding indebtedness, is included in Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of our outstanding indebtedness, is included in Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The credit agreement governing our revolving credit facility and our term loan included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The credit agreement governing our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 requires us to comply with certain financial covenants, consisting of a leverage ratio and an interest coverage A-1 due 2023 requires us to comply with certain financial covenants, consisting of a leverage ratio and an interest coverage ratio. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. ratio. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. Flash Ventures Flash Ventures Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into equipment lease agreements of which we guarantee half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The equipment lease agreements of which we guarantee half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The leases are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events that relate to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of the lease obligations and a call on our guarantees. As of occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of the lease obligations and a call on our guarantees. As of July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with all covenants under these Japanese lease facilities. See Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related July 2, 2021, we were in compliance with all covenants under these Japanese lease facilities. See Part II, Item 8, Note 9, Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for information regarding Flash Ventures. Annual Report on Form 10-K for information regarding Flash Ventures. Purchase Obligations and Other Commitments Purchase Obligations and Other Commitments In the normal course of business, we enter into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components used to In the normal course of business, we enter into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components used to manufacture our products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production during manufacture our products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any time prior to shipment of the components. We also enter into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future time prior to shipment of the components. We also enter into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s components. These arrangements are included under “Purchase obligations” in the table above. components. These arrangements are included under “Purchase obligations” in the table above. 40 40 41 41 Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Stock Repurchase Program Stock Repurchase Program The following is a summary of our estimated mandatory deemed repatriation tax obligations under the 2017 Act that are The following is a summary of our estimated mandatory deemed repatriation tax obligations under the 2017 Act that are Our Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.00 billion of our common Our Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.00 billion of our common payable in the following fiscal years (in millions): payable in the following fiscal years (in millions): 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Total Total July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 106 106 104 104 179 179 238 238 298 298 925 925 $ $ $ $ For additional information regarding our estimate of the total tax liability for the mandatory deemed repatriation tax, see For additional information regarding our estimate of the total tax liability for the mandatory deemed repatriation tax, see Part II, Item 8, Note 13, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report Part II, Item 8, Note 13, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 28, 2019. on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 28, 2019. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Recent Accounting Pronouncements Unrecognized Tax Benefits Unrecognized Tax Benefits As of July 2, 2021, the liability for unrecognized tax benefits (excluding accrued interest and penalties) was approximately As of July 2, 2021, the liability for unrecognized tax benefits (excluding accrued interest and penalties) was approximately $748 million. Accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021 was approximately $138 $748 million. Accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021 was approximately $138 million. Of these amounts, approximately $750 million could result in potential cash payments. We are not able to provide a million. Of these amounts, approximately $750 million could result in potential cash payments. We are not able to provide a reasonable estimate of the timing of future tax payments related to these obligations. reasonable estimate of the timing of future tax payments related to these obligations. Interest Rate Swap Interest Rate Swap We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. At July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. At July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate debt, comprising 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in debt, comprising 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. Revenue Revenue Foreign Exchange Contracts Foreign Exchange Contracts We purchase foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on certain underlying assets, We purchase foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. For a description of liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. For a description of our current foreign exchange contract commitments, see Part II, Item 8, Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, our current foreign exchange contract commitments, see Part II, Item 8, Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Indemnifications Indemnifications In the ordinary course of business, we may provide indemnifications of varying scope and terms to customers, vendors, In the ordinary course of business, we may provide indemnifications of varying scope and terms to customers, vendors, lessors, business partners and other parties with respect to certain matters, including, but not limited to, losses arising out of our lessors, business partners and other parties with respect to certain matters, including, but not limited to, losses arising out of our breach of agreements, products or services to be provided by us, environmental compliance or from IP infringement claims breach of agreements, products or services to be provided by us, environmental compliance or from IP infringement claims made by third parties. In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our directors and certain of our made by third parties. In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our directors and certain of our officers that will require us, among other things, to indemnify them against certain liabilities that may arise by reason of their officers that will require us, among other things, to indemnify them against certain liabilities that may arise by reason of their status or service as directors or officers. We maintain director and officer insurance, which may cover certain liabilities arising status or service as directors or officers. We maintain director and officer insurance, which may cover certain liabilities arising from our obligation to indemnify our directors and officers in certain circumstances. from our obligation to indemnify our directors and officers in certain circumstances. It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount under these indemnification agreements due to the limited It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount under these indemnification agreements due to the limited history of prior indemnification claims and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. Such history of prior indemnification claims and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. Such indemnification agreements may not be subject to maximum loss clauses. Historically, we have not incurred material costs as a indemnification agreements may not be subject to maximum loss clauses. Historically, we have not incurred material costs as a result of obligations under these agreements. result of obligations under these agreements. 42 42 43 43 stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, we did not make any stock stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, we did not make any stock repurchases and have not repurchased any shares of our common stock pursuant to our stock repurchase program since the first repurchases and have not repurchased any shares of our common stock pursuant to our stock repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although we will reevaluate the repurchasing of our common stock when appropriate, there can be no quarter of fiscal 2019. Although we will reevaluate the repurchasing of our common stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level we may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under our assurance if, when or at what level we may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under our current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.50 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.50 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. Cash Dividend Cash Dividend We issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April We issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April 2020, we suspended our dividend to reinvest in the business and to support our ongoing deleveraging efforts. We will 2020, we suspended our dividend to reinvest in the business and to support our ongoing deleveraging efforts. We will reevaluate our dividend policy as our leverage ratio improves. reevaluate our dividend policy as our leverage ratio improves. For a description of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements, including the respective dates of adoption For a description of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements, including the respective dates of adoption and expected effects on our results of operations and financial condition, see Part II, Item 8, Note 2, Recent Accounting and expected effects on our results of operations and financial condition, see Part II, Item 8, Note 2, Recent Accounting Pronouncements, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pronouncements, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates We have prepared the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles We have prepared the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP). The preparation of the financial statements requires the use of judgments generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP). The preparation of the financial statements requires the use of judgments and estimates that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity. We have and estimates that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity. We have adopted accounting policies and practices that are generally accepted in the industry in which we operate. If these estimates adopted accounting policies and practices that are generally accepted in the industry in which we operate. If these estimates differ significantly from actual results, the impact to the Consolidated Financial Statements may be material. differ significantly from actual results, the impact to the Consolidated Financial Statements may be material. We provide distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for inventories We provide distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. We also provide resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. We also provide resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. We use judgment in our assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction revenue recognition. We use judgment in our assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. We use the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable price. We use the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that we have a large number of contracts with the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that we have a large number of contracts with similar characteristics. similar characteristics. For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of revenue. We net sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise they are revenue. We net sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. recorded within other accrued liabilities. Inventories Inventories We value inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or net realizable value. We record inventory write-downs for We value inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or net realizable value. We record inventory write-downs for the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Mandatory Deemed Repatriation Tax Stock Repurchase Program Stock Repurchase Program The following is a summary of our estimated mandatory deemed repatriation tax obligations under the 2017 Act that are The following is a summary of our estimated mandatory deemed repatriation tax obligations under the 2017 Act that are Our Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.00 billion of our common Our Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.00 billion of our common payable in the following fiscal years (in millions): payable in the following fiscal years (in millions): July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 106 106 104 104 179 179 238 238 298 298 925 925 $ $ $ $ 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Total Total Unrecognized Tax Benefits Unrecognized Tax Benefits Interest Rate Swap Interest Rate Swap Foreign Exchange Contracts Foreign Exchange Contracts Indemnifications Indemnifications For additional information regarding our estimate of the total tax liability for the mandatory deemed repatriation tax, see For additional information regarding our estimate of the total tax liability for the mandatory deemed repatriation tax, see Part II, Item 8, Note 13, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report Part II, Item 8, Note 13, Income Tax Expense, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 28, 2019. on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 28, 2019. As of July 2, 2021, the liability for unrecognized tax benefits (excluding accrued interest and penalties) was approximately As of July 2, 2021, the liability for unrecognized tax benefits (excluding accrued interest and penalties) was approximately $748 million. Accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021 was approximately $138 $748 million. Accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021 was approximately $138 million. Of these amounts, approximately $750 million could result in potential cash payments. We are not able to provide a million. Of these amounts, approximately $750 million could result in potential cash payments. We are not able to provide a reasonable estimate of the timing of future tax payments related to these obligations. reasonable estimate of the timing of future tax payments related to these obligations. We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. At July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. At July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate debt, comprising 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in debt, comprising 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. We purchase foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on certain underlying assets, We purchase foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. For a description of liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. For a description of our current foreign exchange contract commitments, see Part II, Item 8, Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, our current foreign exchange contract commitments, see Part II, Item 8, Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. In the ordinary course of business, we may provide indemnifications of varying scope and terms to customers, vendors, In the ordinary course of business, we may provide indemnifications of varying scope and terms to customers, vendors, lessors, business partners and other parties with respect to certain matters, including, but not limited to, losses arising out of our lessors, business partners and other parties with respect to certain matters, including, but not limited to, losses arising out of our breach of agreements, products or services to be provided by us, environmental compliance or from IP infringement claims breach of agreements, products or services to be provided by us, environmental compliance or from IP infringement claims made by third parties. In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our directors and certain of our made by third parties. In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our directors and certain of our officers that will require us, among other things, to indemnify them against certain liabilities that may arise by reason of their officers that will require us, among other things, to indemnify them against certain liabilities that may arise by reason of their status or service as directors or officers. We maintain director and officer insurance, which may cover certain liabilities arising status or service as directors or officers. We maintain director and officer insurance, which may cover certain liabilities arising from our obligation to indemnify our directors and officers in certain circumstances. from our obligation to indemnify our directors and officers in certain circumstances. It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount under these indemnification agreements due to the limited It is not possible to determine the maximum potential amount under these indemnification agreements due to the limited history of prior indemnification claims and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. Such history of prior indemnification claims and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. Such indemnification agreements may not be subject to maximum loss clauses. Historically, we have not incurred material costs as a indemnification agreements may not be subject to maximum loss clauses. Historically, we have not incurred material costs as a result of obligations under these agreements. result of obligations under these agreements. stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, we did not make any stock stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, we did not make any stock repurchases and have not repurchased any shares of our common stock pursuant to our stock repurchase program since the first repurchases and have not repurchased any shares of our common stock pursuant to our stock repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although we will reevaluate the repurchasing of our common stock when appropriate, there can be no quarter of fiscal 2019. Although we will reevaluate the repurchasing of our common stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level we may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under our assurance if, when or at what level we may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under our current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.50 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.50 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. Cash Dividend Cash Dividend We issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April We issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April 2020, we suspended our dividend to reinvest in the business and to support our ongoing deleveraging efforts. We will 2020, we suspended our dividend to reinvest in the business and to support our ongoing deleveraging efforts. We will reevaluate our dividend policy as our leverage ratio improves. reevaluate our dividend policy as our leverage ratio improves. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Recent Accounting Pronouncements For a description of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements, including the respective dates of adoption For a description of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements, including the respective dates of adoption and expected effects on our results of operations and financial condition, see Part II, Item 8, Note 2, Recent Accounting and expected effects on our results of operations and financial condition, see Part II, Item 8, Note 2, Recent Accounting Pronouncements, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pronouncements, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates We have prepared the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles We have prepared the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP). The preparation of the financial statements requires the use of judgments generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP). The preparation of the financial statements requires the use of judgments and estimates that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity. We have and estimates that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and shareholders’ equity. We have adopted accounting policies and practices that are generally accepted in the industry in which we operate. If these estimates adopted accounting policies and practices that are generally accepted in the industry in which we operate. If these estimates differ significantly from actual results, the impact to the Consolidated Financial Statements may be material. differ significantly from actual results, the impact to the Consolidated Financial Statements may be material. Revenue Revenue We provide distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for inventories We provide distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. We also provide resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. We also provide resellers and OEMs with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. We use judgment in our assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction revenue recognition. We use judgment in our assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. We use the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable price. We use the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that we have a large number of contracts with the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that we have a large number of contracts with similar characteristics. similar characteristics. For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of revenue. We net sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise they are revenue. We net sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. recorded within other accrued liabilities. Inventories Inventories We value inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or net realizable value. We record inventory write-downs for We value inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or net realizable value. We record inventory write-downs for the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. 42 42 43 43 We evaluate inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, We evaluate inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduce inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduce inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease in demand for one or more of our products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating in demand for one or more of our products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating results. results. Disclosure About Foreign Currency Risk Disclosure About Foreign Currency Risk Income Taxes Income Taxes We account for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be We account for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be operations. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. We do not purchase foreign exchange operations. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. We do not purchase foreign exchange recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of our assets and liabilities and recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of our assets and liabilities and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. We record a valuation allowance when it is more expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. We record a valuation allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, we evaluate the need for a valuation allowance for likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, we evaluate the need for a valuation allowance for our deferred tax assets and we adjust the valuation allowance so that we record net deferred tax assets only to the extent that we our deferred tax assets and we adjust the valuation allowance so that we record net deferred tax assets only to the extent that we conclude it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. We account for interest and penalties related to conclude it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. We account for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. We recognize liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position does not meet a We recognize liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position does not meet a arising from a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in the levels of foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar, arising from a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in the levels of foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar, more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely- more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely- than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized on liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in our provision for income taxes. The actual liability for on liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in our provision for income taxes. The actual liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from our estimates, which could result in the need unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from our estimates, which could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized tax benefits and materially affect our operating results. tax benefits and materially affect our operating results. Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. We perform our annual impairment test as of the first day of changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. We perform our annual impairment test as of the first day of our fiscal fourth quarter. We use qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether our fiscal fourth quarter. We use qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If we conclude from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If we conclude from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, we are required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. We are likely than not impaired, we are required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. We are required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of one or more reporting required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of one or more reporting units. If we had more than one reporting unit, judgment would also be required in the assignment of assets and liabilities to units. If we had more than one reporting unit, judgment would also be required in the assignment of assets and liabilities to reporting units, assignment of goodwill to reporting units and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, reporting units, assignment of goodwill to reporting units and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, the estimates used to determine the fair value of each reporting unit may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic the estimates used to determine the fair value of each reporting unit may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect our assessment of the fair value and goodwill conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect our assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment for each reporting unit. If our stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could impairment for each reporting unit. If our stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect our results of operations. result in a material charge and adversely affect our results of operations. Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash flow. flow. Although the majority of our transactions are in U.S. dollars, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. We Although the majority of our transactions are in U.S. dollars, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. We purchase short-term foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain purchase short-term foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for product costs and Operating expenses denominated in foreign currencies. The underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for product costs and Operating expenses denominated in foreign currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedge transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on our results of purpose of entering into these hedge transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on our results of contracts for speculative or trading purposes. For additional information, see Part II, Item 8, Note 5, Fair Value Measurements contracts for speculative or trading purposes. For additional information, see Part II, Item 8, Note 5, Fair Value Measurements and Investments, and Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements and Investments, and Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Due to macroeconomic changes and volatility experienced in the foreign exchange market recently, we believe sensitivity Due to macroeconomic changes and volatility experienced in the foreign exchange market recently, we believe sensitivity analysis is more informative in representing the potential impact to the portfolio as a result of market movement. Therefore, we analysis is more informative in representing the potential impact to the portfolio as a result of market movement. Therefore, we have performed sensitivity analyses for 2021 and 2020, using a modeling technique that measures the change in the fair values have performed sensitivity analyses for 2021 and 2020, using a modeling technique that measures the change in the fair values with all other variables held constant. The analyses cover all of our foreign currency derivative contracts used to offset the with all other variables held constant. The analyses cover all of our foreign currency derivative contracts used to offset the underlying exposures. The foreign currency exchange rates used in performing the sensitivity analyses were based on market underlying exposures. The foreign currency exchange rates used in performing the sensitivity analyses were based on market rates in effect at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020. The sensitivity analyses indicated that a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in rates in effect at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020. The sensitivity analyses indicated that a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar would result in a foreign exchange fair value loss of $183 million and foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar would result in a foreign exchange fair value loss of $183 million and $135 million at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. $135 million at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains During 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and losses were not material to our Consolidated Financial Statements. and losses were not material to our Consolidated Financial Statements. Notwithstanding our efforts to mitigate some foreign exchange risks, we do not hedge all of our foreign currency Notwithstanding our efforts to mitigate some foreign exchange risks, we do not hedge all of our foreign currency exposures, and there can be no assurance that our mitigating activities related to the exposures that we hedge will adequately exposures, and there can be no assurance that our mitigating activities related to the exposures that we hedge will adequately protect us against risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations. protect us against risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations. Disclosure About Interest Rate Risk Disclosure About Interest Rate Risk Variable Interest Rate Risk Variable Interest Rate Risk Borrowings under our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our Borrowings under our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on our corporate credit ratings. As base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on our corporate credit ratings. As of July 2, 2021, the applicable margin based on our current credit ratings was 1.5%. Borrowings under our term loan B-4 due of July 2, 2021, the applicable margin based on our current credit ratings was 1.5%. Borrowings under our term loan B-4 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus a margin of 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus a margin of 1.75% or a base rate plus a margin of 0.75%. 1.75% or a base rate plus a margin of 0.75%. We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. As of July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. As of July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate debt, representing 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in debt, representing 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. For additional information regarding our variable interest rate debt, see Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to For additional information regarding our variable interest rate debt, see Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 44 44 45 45 We evaluate inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, We evaluate inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduce inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduce inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease in demand for one or more of our products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating in demand for one or more of our products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating Disclosure About Foreign Currency Risk Disclosure About Foreign Currency Risk results. results. Income Taxes Income Taxes We account for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be We account for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of our assets and liabilities and recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of our assets and liabilities and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. We record a valuation allowance when it is more expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. We record a valuation allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, we evaluate the need for a valuation allowance for likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, we evaluate the need for a valuation allowance for our deferred tax assets and we adjust the valuation allowance so that we record net deferred tax assets only to the extent that we our deferred tax assets and we adjust the valuation allowance so that we record net deferred tax assets only to the extent that we conclude it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. We account for interest and penalties related to conclude it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. We account for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. We recognize liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position does not meet a We recognize liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position does not meet a more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely- more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely- than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized on liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in our provision for income taxes. The actual liability for on liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in our provision for income taxes. The actual liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from our estimates, which could result in the need unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from our estimates, which could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized tax benefits and materially affect our operating results. tax benefits and materially affect our operating results. Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. We perform our annual impairment test as of the first day of changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. We perform our annual impairment test as of the first day of our fiscal fourth quarter. We use qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether our fiscal fourth quarter. We use qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether Although the majority of our transactions are in U.S. dollars, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. We Although the majority of our transactions are in U.S. dollars, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. We purchase short-term foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain purchase short-term foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for product costs and Operating expenses denominated in foreign currencies. The underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for product costs and Operating expenses denominated in foreign currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedge transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on our results of purpose of entering into these hedge transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on our results of operations. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. We do not purchase foreign exchange operations. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. We do not purchase foreign exchange contracts for speculative or trading purposes. For additional information, see Part II, Item 8, Note 5, Fair Value Measurements contracts for speculative or trading purposes. For additional information, see Part II, Item 8, Note 5, Fair Value Measurements and Investments, and Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements and Investments, and Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Due to macroeconomic changes and volatility experienced in the foreign exchange market recently, we believe sensitivity Due to macroeconomic changes and volatility experienced in the foreign exchange market recently, we believe sensitivity analysis is more informative in representing the potential impact to the portfolio as a result of market movement. Therefore, we analysis is more informative in representing the potential impact to the portfolio as a result of market movement. Therefore, we have performed sensitivity analyses for 2021 and 2020, using a modeling technique that measures the change in the fair values have performed sensitivity analyses for 2021 and 2020, using a modeling technique that measures the change in the fair values arising from a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in the levels of foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar, arising from a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in the levels of foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar, with all other variables held constant. The analyses cover all of our foreign currency derivative contracts used to offset the with all other variables held constant. The analyses cover all of our foreign currency derivative contracts used to offset the underlying exposures. The foreign currency exchange rates used in performing the sensitivity analyses were based on market underlying exposures. The foreign currency exchange rates used in performing the sensitivity analyses were based on market rates in effect at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020. The sensitivity analyses indicated that a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in rates in effect at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020. The sensitivity analyses indicated that a hypothetical 10% adverse movement in foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar would result in a foreign exchange fair value loss of $183 million and foreign currency exchange rates relative to the U.S. dollar would result in a foreign exchange fair value loss of $183 million and $135 million at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. $135 million at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains During 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and losses were not material to our Consolidated Financial Statements. and losses were not material to our Consolidated Financial Statements. Notwithstanding our efforts to mitigate some foreign exchange risks, we do not hedge all of our foreign currency Notwithstanding our efforts to mitigate some foreign exchange risks, we do not hedge all of our foreign currency exposures, and there can be no assurance that our mitigating activities related to the exposures that we hedge will adequately exposures, and there can be no assurance that our mitigating activities related to the exposures that we hedge will adequately protect us against risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations. protect us against risks associated with foreign currency fluctuations. a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If we conclude from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If we conclude from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more Disclosure About Interest Rate Risk Disclosure About Interest Rate Risk likely than not impaired, we are required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. We are likely than not impaired, we are required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. We are required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of one or more reporting required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of one or more reporting units. If we had more than one reporting unit, judgment would also be required in the assignment of assets and liabilities to units. If we had more than one reporting unit, judgment would also be required in the assignment of assets and liabilities to Variable Interest Rate Risk Variable Interest Rate Risk reporting units, assignment of goodwill to reporting units and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, reporting units, assignment of goodwill to reporting units and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, Borrowings under our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our Borrowings under our revolving credit facility and our term loan A-1 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on our corporate credit ratings. As base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on our corporate credit ratings. As of July 2, 2021, the applicable margin based on our current credit ratings was 1.5%. Borrowings under our term loan B-4 due of July 2, 2021, the applicable margin based on our current credit ratings was 1.5%. Borrowings under our term loan B-4 due 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus a margin of 2023 bear interest at a rate per annum, at our option, of either an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a 0.0% floor) plus a margin of 1.75% or a base rate plus a margin of 0.75%. 1.75% or a base rate plus a margin of 0.75%. economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. As of July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate We have generally held a balance of fixed and variable rate debt. As of July 2, 2021, we had $5.43 billion of variable rate debt, representing 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in debt, representing 61% of the par value of our debt. To balance the portfolio and moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, interest rates underlying our variable debt, we entered into pay-fixed interest rate swaps on $2.00 billion notional amount, which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the which effectively converts a portion of our term loan to fixed rates through February 2023. After giving effect to the $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and $2.00 billion of interest rate swaps, we effectively had $3.43 billion of Long-term debt subject to variations in interest rates and a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. a one percent increase in the variable rate of interest would increase annual interest expense by $34 million. For additional information regarding our variable interest rate debt, see Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to For additional information regarding our variable interest rate debt, see Part II, Item 8, Note 7, Debt, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. the estimates used to determine the fair value of each reporting unit may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic the estimates used to determine the fair value of each reporting unit may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect our assessment of the fair value and goodwill conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect our assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment for each reporting unit. If our stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could impairment for each reporting unit. If our stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect our results of operations. result in a material charge and adversely affect our results of operations. Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash flow. flow. 44 44 45 45 Item 8. Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Index to Financial Statements Index to Financial Statements Consolidated Financial Statements: Consolidated Financial Statements: Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Consolidated Balance Sheets — As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 Consolidated Balance Sheets — As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 Consolidated Statements of Operations — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Operations — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements PAGE NO. PAGE NO. 47 47 49 49 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 53 54 54 To the Shareholders and Board of Directors To the Shareholders and Board of Directors Western Digital Corporation: Western Digital Corporation: Opinions on the Consolidated Financial Statements and Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Opinions on the Consolidated Financial Statements and Internal Control Over Financial Reporting We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Western Digital Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Western Digital Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), cash flows as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), cash flows and shareholders’ equity for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, and the related notes (collectively, and shareholders’ equity for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, and the related notes (collectively, the consolidated financial statements). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of the consolidated financial statements). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the position of the Company as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also in our years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Basis for Opinions Basis for Opinions The Company’s management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal The Company’s management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Item 9A Controls and Procedures - Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. in the accompanying Item 9A Controls and Procedures - Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and an opinion on the Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB. Exchange Commission and the PCAOB. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. respects. Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the control over financial reporting 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 risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions. circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions. Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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. disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. 46 46 47 47 Consolidated Financial Statements: Consolidated Financial Statements: Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Consolidated Balance Sheets — As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 Consolidated Balance Sheets — As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 Consolidated Statements of Operations — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Operations — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity — Three Years Ended July 2, 2021 Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements PAGE NO. PAGE NO. 47 47 49 49 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 53 54 54 Item 8. Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Financial Statements and Supplementary Data Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Index to Financial Statements Index to Financial Statements To the Shareholders and Board of Directors To the Shareholders and Board of Directors Western Digital Corporation: Western Digital Corporation: Opinions on the Consolidated Financial Statements and Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Opinions on the Consolidated Financial Statements and Internal Control Over Financial Reporting We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Western Digital Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Western Digital Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), cash flows as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), cash flows and shareholders’ equity for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, and the related notes (collectively, and shareholders’ equity for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, and the related notes (collectively, the consolidated financial statements). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of the consolidated financial statements). We also have audited the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the position of the Company as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also in our years in the three-year period ended July 2, 2021, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of July 2, 2021, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Basis for Opinions Basis for Opinions The Company’s management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal The Company’s management is responsible for these consolidated financial statements, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Item 9A Controls and Procedures - Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. in the accompanying Item 9A Controls and Procedures - Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and an opinion on the Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements and an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB. Exchange Commission and the PCAOB. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material whether due to error or fraud, and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. respects. Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement Our audits of the consolidated financial statements included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the control over financial reporting 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 risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions. circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions. Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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. disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. 46 46 47 47 Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, 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 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. because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Critical Audit Matter Critical Audit Matter The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated complex judgments. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates. opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates. Assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers Assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides resellers with price protection and As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides resellers with price protection and other sales incentive programs. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be other sales incentive programs. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company’s estimate of variable consideration for sales to resellers is based on several included in the transaction price. The Company’s estimate of variable consideration for sales to resellers is based on several factors, including historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels. factors, including historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels. We identified the assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers as a critical audit matter. Evaluating the We identified the assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers as a critical audit matter. Evaluating the assumptions used by the Company to estimate the variable consideration, specifically anticipated price decreases based on assumptions used by the Company to estimate the variable consideration, specifically anticipated price decreases based on historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels during the expected reseller holding historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels during the expected reseller holding period, required a higher degree of auditor judgment due to the uncertainty involved in the estimate. period, required a higher degree of auditor judgment due to the uncertainty involved in the estimate. The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter. We evaluated the design and The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter. We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of certain internal controls related to the Company’s process of determining the variable tested the operating effectiveness of certain internal controls related to the Company’s process of determining the variable consideration for sales to resellers, including controls related to the development of the assumption of anticipated price consideration for sales to resellers, including controls related to the development of the assumption of anticipated price decreases during the reseller holding period. We evaluated the Company’s ability to accurately estimate the assumptions decreases during the reseller holding period. We evaluated the Company’s ability to accurately estimate the assumptions used to determine the variable consideration by comparing historically recorded variable consideration to actual subsequent used to determine the variable consideration by comparing historically recorded variable consideration to actual subsequent payments and credits. We developed an expectation of the variable consideration for resellers based on historically payments and credits. We developed an expectation of the variable consideration for resellers based on historically recorded variable consideration, subsequent payments and credits issued and then compared our expectation to the actual recorded variable consideration, subsequent payments and credits issued and then compared our expectation to the actual variable consideration recorded. variable consideration recorded. We have served as the Company’s auditor since 1970. We have served as the Company’s auditor since 1970. Santa Clara, California Santa Clara, California August 26, 2021 August 26, 2021 /s/ KPMG LLP /s/ KPMG LLP Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net Notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures Notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures Current assets: Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net Inventories Inventories Other current assets Other current assets Total current assets Total current assets Goodwill Goodwill Other intangible assets, net Other intangible assets, net Other non-current assets Other non-current assets Total assets Total assets Current liabilities: Current liabilities: Accounts payable Accounts payable Accounts payable to related parties Accounts payable to related parties Accrued expenses Accrued expenses Accrued compensation Accrued compensation Current portion of long-term debt Current portion of long-term debt Total current liabilities Total current liabilities Long-term debt Long-term debt Other liabilities Other liabilities Total liabilities Total liabilities Shareholders’ equity: Shareholders’ equity: WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in millions, except par value) (in millions, except par value) ASSETS ASSETS July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 $ $ 3,370 $ 3,370 $ LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY 26,132 $ 26,132 $ 25,662 25,662 $ $ $ $ 2,257 2,257 3,616 3,616 514 514 9,757 9,757 3,188 3,188 1,586 1,586 10,066 10,066 442 442 1,093 1,093 1,934 $ 1,934 $ 398 398 1,653 1,653 634 634 251 251 4,870 4,870 8,474 8,474 2,067 2,067 — — 3 3 3,608 3,608 (197) (197) 7,539 7,539 (232) (232) 10,721 10,721 3,048 3,048 2,379 2,379 3,070 3,070 551 551 9,048 9,048 2,854 2,854 1,875 1,875 10,067 10,067 941 941 877 877 1,945 1,945 407 407 1,296 1,296 472 472 286 286 4,406 4,406 9,289 9,289 2,416 2,416 — — 3 3 3,717 3,717 (157) (157) 6,725 6,725 (737) (737) 9,551 9,551 25,662 25,662 Commitments and contingencies (Notes 9, 10, 14 and 17) Commitments and contingencies (Notes 9, 10, 14 and 17) 15,411 15,411 16,111 16,111 Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 5 shares; issued and outstanding — none Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 5 shares; issued and outstanding — none Common stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 450 shares; issued — 312 shares in 2021 and 2020; Common stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 450 shares; issued — 312 shares in 2021 and 2020; outstanding — 308 shares in 2021 and 302 shares in 2020 outstanding — 308 shares in 2021 and 302 shares in 2020 Additional paid-in capital Additional paid-in capital Accumulated other comprehensive loss Accumulated other comprehensive loss Retained earnings Retained earnings Total shareholders’ equity Total shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity Treasury stock — common shares at cost; 4 shares in 2021 and 10 shares in 2020 Treasury stock — common shares at cost; 4 shares in 2021 and 10 shares in 2020 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. $ $ 26,132 $ 26,132 $ 48 48 49 49 Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, 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 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. because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Critical Audit Matter Critical Audit Matter The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or disclosures that are material to the consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated complex judgments. The communication of a critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates. opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates. Assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers Assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides resellers with price protection and As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company provides resellers with price protection and other sales incentive programs. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be other sales incentive programs. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company’s estimate of variable consideration for sales to resellers is based on several included in the transaction price. The Company’s estimate of variable consideration for sales to resellers is based on several factors, including historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels. factors, including historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels. We identified the assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers as a critical audit matter. Evaluating the We identified the assessment of variable consideration for sales to resellers as a critical audit matter. Evaluating the assumptions used by the Company to estimate the variable consideration, specifically anticipated price decreases based on assumptions used by the Company to estimate the variable consideration, specifically anticipated price decreases based on historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels during the expected reseller holding historical pricing information, current pricing trends, and channel inventory levels during the expected reseller holding period, required a higher degree of auditor judgment due to the uncertainty involved in the estimate. period, required a higher degree of auditor judgment due to the uncertainty involved in the estimate. The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter. We evaluated the design and The following are the primary procedures we performed to address this critical audit matter. We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of certain internal controls related to the Company’s process of determining the variable tested the operating effectiveness of certain internal controls related to the Company’s process of determining the variable consideration for sales to resellers, including controls related to the development of the assumption of anticipated price consideration for sales to resellers, including controls related to the development of the assumption of anticipated price decreases during the reseller holding period. We evaluated the Company’s ability to accurately estimate the assumptions decreases during the reseller holding period. We evaluated the Company’s ability to accurately estimate the assumptions used to determine the variable consideration by comparing historically recorded variable consideration to actual subsequent used to determine the variable consideration by comparing historically recorded variable consideration to actual subsequent payments and credits. We developed an expectation of the variable consideration for resellers based on historically payments and credits. We developed an expectation of the variable consideration for resellers based on historically recorded variable consideration, subsequent payments and credits issued and then compared our expectation to the actual recorded variable consideration, subsequent payments and credits issued and then compared our expectation to the actual variable consideration recorded. variable consideration recorded. We have served as the Company’s auditor since 1970. We have served as the Company’s auditor since 1970. Santa Clara, California Santa Clara, California August 26, 2021 August 26, 2021 /s/ KPMG LLP /s/ KPMG LLP WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in millions, except par value) (in millions, except par value) ASSETS ASSETS July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 Current assets: Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net Inventories Inventories Other current assets Other current assets Total current assets Total current assets Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net Notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures Notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY Goodwill Goodwill Other intangible assets, net Other intangible assets, net Other non-current assets Other non-current assets Total assets Total assets Current liabilities: Current liabilities: Accounts payable Accounts payable Accounts payable to related parties Accounts payable to related parties Accrued expenses Accrued expenses Accrued compensation Accrued compensation Current portion of long-term debt Current portion of long-term debt Total current liabilities Total current liabilities Long-term debt Long-term debt Other liabilities Other liabilities Total liabilities Total liabilities Commitments and contingencies (Notes 9, 10, 14 and 17) Commitments and contingencies (Notes 9, 10, 14 and 17) Shareholders’ equity: Shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 5 shares; issued and outstanding — none Preferred stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 5 shares; issued and outstanding — none Common stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 450 shares; issued — 312 shares in 2021 and 2020; Common stock, $0.01 par value; authorized — 450 shares; issued — 312 shares in 2021 and 2020; outstanding — 308 shares in 2021 and 302 shares in 2020 outstanding — 308 shares in 2021 and 302 shares in 2020 Additional paid-in capital Additional paid-in capital Accumulated other comprehensive loss Accumulated other comprehensive loss Retained earnings Retained earnings Treasury stock — common shares at cost; 4 shares in 2021 and 10 shares in 2020 Treasury stock — common shares at cost; 4 shares in 2021 and 10 shares in 2020 Total shareholders’ equity Total shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ $ 3,370 $ 3,370 $ 2,257 2,257 3,616 3,616 514 514 9,757 9,757 3,188 3,188 1,586 1,586 10,066 10,066 442 442 1,093 1,093 3,048 3,048 2,379 2,379 3,070 3,070 551 551 9,048 9,048 2,854 2,854 1,875 1,875 10,067 10,067 941 941 877 877 $ $ $ $ 26,132 $ 26,132 $ 25,662 25,662 1,934 $ 1,934 $ 398 398 1,653 1,653 634 634 251 251 4,870 4,870 8,474 8,474 2,067 2,067 1,945 1,945 407 407 1,296 1,296 472 472 286 286 4,406 4,406 9,289 9,289 2,416 2,416 15,411 15,411 16,111 16,111 — — 3 3 3,608 3,608 (197) (197) 7,539 7,539 (232) (232) 10,721 10,721 $ $ 26,132 $ 26,132 $ — — 3 3 3,717 3,717 (157) (157) 6,725 6,725 (737) (737) 9,551 9,551 25,662 25,662 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. 48 48 49 49 Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Other comprehensive loss, before tax: Other comprehensive loss, before tax: Actuarial pension gain (loss) Actuarial pension gain (loss) Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts Total other comprehensive loss, before tax Total other comprehensive loss, before tax Other comprehensive loss, net of tax Other comprehensive loss, net of tax Total comprehensive income (loss) Total comprehensive income (loss) Income tax benefit related to items of other comprehensive loss, before tax Income tax benefit related to items of other comprehensive loss, before tax July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) 27 27 (36) (36) (33) (33) (42) (42) 2 2 (40) (40) (1) (1) (7) (7) (93) (93) (101) (101) 12 12 (89) (89) (39) (39) 28 28 (39) (39) (50) (50) 21 21 (29) (29) $ $ 781 $ 781 $ (339) $ (339) $ (783) (783) The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (in millions, except per share amounts) (in millions, except per share amounts) CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION (in millions) (in millions) July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 Revenue, net Revenue, net Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Gross profit Gross profit Operating expenses: Operating expenses: Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Total operating expenses Total operating expenses Operating income Operating income Interest and other income (expense): Interest and other income (expense): Interest income Interest income Interest expense Interest expense Other income, net Other income, net Total interest and other expense, net Total interest and other expense, net Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Income (loss) per common share Income (loss) per common share Basic Basic Diluted Diluted Weighted average shares outstanding: Weighted average shares outstanding: Basic Basic Diluted Diluted $ $ 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 12,401 12,401 4,521 4,521 2,243 2,243 1,105 1,105 (47) (47) 3,301 3,301 1,220 1,220 7 7 (326) (326) 26 26 (293) (293) 927 927 106 106 12,955 12,955 3,781 3,781 2,261 2,261 1,153 1,153 32 32 3,446 3,446 335 335 28 28 (413) (413) 4 4 (381) (381) (46) (46) 204 204 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ 16,569 16,569 12,817 12,817 3,752 3,752 2,182 2,182 1,317 1,317 166 166 3,665 3,665 87 87 57 57 (469) (469) 38 38 (374) (374) (287) (287) 467 467 (754) (754) 2.69 $ 2.69 $ 2.66 $ 2.66 $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) 305 305 309 309 298 298 298 298 292 292 292 292 $ $ $ $ $ $ Cash dividends declared per share Cash dividends declared per share $ $ — $ — $ 1.50 $ 1.50 $ 2.00 2.00 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. 50 50 51 51 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (in millions, except per share amounts) (in millions, except per share amounts) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (in millions) (in millions) Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Income tax benefit related to items of other comprehensive loss, before tax Income tax benefit related to items of other comprehensive loss, before tax Other comprehensive loss, net of tax Other comprehensive loss, net of tax Total comprehensive income (loss) Total comprehensive income (loss) Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Other comprehensive loss, before tax: Other comprehensive loss, before tax: Actuarial pension gain (loss) Actuarial pension gain (loss) Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts Total other comprehensive loss, before tax Total other comprehensive loss, before tax July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) 27 27 (36) (36) (33) (33) (42) (42) 2 2 (40) (40) (1) (1) (7) (7) (93) (93) (101) (101) 12 12 (89) (89) (39) (39) 28 28 (39) (39) (50) (50) 21 21 (29) (29) $ $ 781 $ 781 $ (339) $ (339) $ (783) (783) The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. Revenue, net Revenue, net Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Gross profit Gross profit Operating expenses: Operating expenses: Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative Total operating expenses Total operating expenses Operating income Operating income Interest and other income (expense): Interest and other income (expense): Interest income Interest income Interest expense Interest expense Other income, net Other income, net Total interest and other expense, net Total interest and other expense, net Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income tax expense Income tax expense Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Income (loss) per common share Income (loss) per common share Weighted average shares outstanding: Weighted average shares outstanding: Basic Basic Diluted Diluted Basic Basic Diluted Diluted July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 $ $ 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 12,401 12,401 4,521 4,521 2,243 2,243 1,105 1,105 (47) (47) 3,301 3,301 1,220 1,220 7 7 (326) (326) 26 26 (293) (293) 927 927 106 106 12,955 12,955 3,781 3,781 2,261 2,261 1,153 1,153 32 32 3,446 3,446 335 335 28 28 (413) (413) 4 4 (381) (381) (46) (46) 204 204 16,569 16,569 12,817 12,817 3,752 3,752 2,182 2,182 1,317 1,317 166 166 3,665 3,665 87 87 57 57 (469) (469) 38 38 (374) (374) (287) (287) 467 467 (754) (754) $ $ $ $ $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ 2.69 $ 2.69 $ 2.66 $ 2.66 $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) 305 305 309 309 298 298 298 298 292 292 292 292 Cash dividends declared per share Cash dividends declared per share $ $ — $ — $ 1.50 $ 1.50 $ 2.00 2.00 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. 50 50 51 51 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (in millions) (in millions) Cash flows from operating activities Cash flows from operating activities Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operations: Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operations: July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (in millions) (in millions) Common Stock Common Stock Treasury Stock Treasury Stock Shares Shares Amount Amount Shares Shares Amount Amount Additional Additional Paid-In Paid-In Capital Capital Accumulated Accumulated Other Other Comprehensive Comprehensive Income (Loss) Income (Loss) Retained Retained Earnings Earnings Shareholders’ Shareholders’ Total Total Equity Equity Balance at June 29, 2018 Balance at June 29, 2018 312 $ 312 $ (16) $ (16) $ (1,444) $ (1,444) $ 4,254 $ 4,254 $ (39) $ (39) $ 8,757 $ 8,757 $ 11,531 11,531 Depreciation and amortization Depreciation and amortization Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Deferred income taxes Deferred income taxes Loss (gain) on disposal of assets Loss (gain) on disposal of assets Amortization of debt issuance costs and discounts Amortization of debt issuance costs and discounts Other non-cash operating activities, net Other non-cash operating activities, net Changes in: Changes in: Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net Inventories Inventories Accounts payable Accounts payable Accounts payable to related parties Accounts payable to related parties Accrued expenses Accrued expenses Accrued compensation Accrued compensation Other assets and liabilities, net Other assets and liabilities, net Net cash provided by operating activities Net cash provided by operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Cash flows from investing activities Purchases of property, plant and equipment Purchases of property, plant and equipment Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment Acquisitions, net of cash acquired Acquisitions, net of cash acquired Purchases of investments Purchases of investments Proceeds from sale of investments Proceeds from sale of investments Proceeds from maturities of investments Proceeds from maturities of investments Notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures Notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures Notes receivable proceeds from Flash Ventures Notes receivable proceeds from Flash Ventures Strategic investments and other, net Strategic investments and other, net Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities Cash flows from financing activities Cash flows from financing activities Issuance of stock under employee stock plans Issuance of stock under employee stock plans Taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans Taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans Repurchases of common stock Repurchases of common stock Dividends paid to shareholders Dividends paid to shareholders Repayment of government grants Repayment of government grants Repayment of debt Repayment of debt Repayment of revolving credit facility Repayment of revolving credit facility Debt issuance costs Debt issuance costs Net cash used in financing activities Net cash used in financing activities Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Cash paid for income taxes Cash paid for income taxes Cash paid for interest Cash paid for interest 1,212 1,212 318 318 (242) (242) (70) (70) 40 40 (6) (6) 121 121 (546) (546) 11 11 (9) (9) 352 352 162 162 (266) (266) 1,898 1,898 (1,146) (1,146) 143 143 — — — — — — — — (541) (541) 772 772 7 7 (765) (765) 134 134 (56) (56) — — — — (9) (9) (886) (886) — — — — (817) (817) 6 6 322 322 3,048 3,048 1,566 1,566 308 308 (82) (82) (7) (7) 40 40 6 6 (1,175) (1,175) 200 200 192 192 75 75 184 184 124 124 (357) (357) 824 824 (647) (647) — — (22) (22) — — — — — — (353) (353) 1,284 1,284 16 16 278 278 141 141 (72) (72) — — (595) (595) — — (982) (982) — — — — (1,508) (1,508) (1) (1) (407) (407) 3,455 3,455 $ $ $ $ $ $ 3,370 $ 3,370 $ 3,048 $ 3,048 $ 348 $ 348 $ 283 $ 283 $ 341 $ 341 $ 372 $ 372 $ 1,812 1,812 306 306 374 374 39 39 38 38 (8) (8) 993 993 (339) (339) (588) (588) 72 72 (42) (42) (135) (135) (221) (221) 1,547 1,547 (876) (876) 119 119 — — (79) (79) 175 175 7 7 (1,364) (1,364) 766 766 (20) (20) (1,272) (1,272) 118 118 (115) (115) (563) (563) (584) (584) — — (181) (181) (500) (500) (4) (4) (1,829) (1,829) 4 4 (1,550) (1,550) 5,005 5,005 3,455 3,455 377 377 431 431 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. 52 52 Net loss Net loss Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Adoption of new accounting Adoption of new accounting standards standards Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Repurchases of common Repurchases of common stock stock Dividends to shareholders Dividends to shareholders Actuarial pension loss Actuarial pension loss Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 Net loss Net loss Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Adoption of new accounting Adoption of new accounting standards standards Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Dividends to shareholders Dividends to shareholders Actuarial pension loss Actuarial pension loss Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Net income Net income Adoption of New Accounting Adoption of New Accounting Standard Standard Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Actuarial pension gain Actuarial pension gain Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 312 312 — — 312 312 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — 7 7 — — — — (8) (8) — — — — — — — — (17) (17) — — 7 7 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 6 6 — — — — — — — — — — (736) (736) — — 306 306 3,851 3,851 — — (462) (462) — — 308 308 — — 27 27 — — — — — — 20 20 — — — — — — — — — — (427) (427) 318 318 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — (34) (34) 25 25 (20) (20) (68) (68) — — — — — — — — — — (5) (5) (6) (6) (78) (78) (157) (157) — — — — — — — — 23 23 (36) (36) (27) (27) (754) (754) (610) (610) 7,449 7,449 (250) (250) (469) (469) — — 56 56 — — — — — — — — — — — — (5) (5) — — — — — — — — (7) (7) — — — — — — — — — — 6,725 6,725 821 821 (754) (754) 3 3 56 56 306 306 (563) (563) (583) (583) (34) (34) 25 25 (20) (20) 9,967 9,967 (250) (250) 69 69 (5) (5) 308 308 (449) (449) (5) (5) (6) (6) (78) (78) 9,551 9,551 821 821 (7) (7) 78 78 318 318 23 23 (36) (36) (27) (27) (10) (10) (737) (737) 3,717 3,717 Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 312 $ 312 $ (4) $ (4) $ (232) $ (232) $ 3,608 $ 3,608 $ (197) $ (197) $ 7,539 $ 7,539 $ 10,721 10,721 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. (1,268) (1,268) — — 531 531 — — 739 739 (563) (563) — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 505 505 — — — — — — — — 53 53 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (in millions) (in millions) July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 June 28, June 28, 2019 2019 $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operations: Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operations: Amortization of debt issuance costs and discounts Amortization of debt issuance costs and discounts Other non-cash operating activities, net Other non-cash operating activities, net Cash flows from operating activities Cash flows from operating activities Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Depreciation and amortization Depreciation and amortization Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Deferred income taxes Deferred income taxes Loss (gain) on disposal of assets Loss (gain) on disposal of assets Changes in: Changes in: Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net Inventories Inventories Accounts payable Accounts payable Accounts payable to related parties Accounts payable to related parties Accrued expenses Accrued expenses Accrued compensation Accrued compensation Other assets and liabilities, net Other assets and liabilities, net Net cash provided by operating activities Net cash provided by operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Cash flows from investing activities Purchases of property, plant and equipment Purchases of property, plant and equipment Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment Acquisitions, net of cash acquired Acquisitions, net of cash acquired Purchases of investments Purchases of investments Proceeds from sale of investments Proceeds from sale of investments Proceeds from maturities of investments Proceeds from maturities of investments Notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures Notes receivable issuances to Flash Ventures Notes receivable proceeds from Flash Ventures Notes receivable proceeds from Flash Ventures Strategic investments and other, net Strategic investments and other, net Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities Cash flows from financing activities Cash flows from financing activities Issuance of stock under employee stock plans Issuance of stock under employee stock plans Taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans Taxes paid on vested stock awards under employee stock plans Repurchases of common stock Repurchases of common stock Dividends paid to shareholders Dividends paid to shareholders Repayment of government grants Repayment of government grants Repayment of debt Repayment of debt Repayment of revolving credit facility Repayment of revolving credit facility Debt issuance costs Debt issuance costs Net cash used in financing activities Net cash used in financing activities Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Effect of exchange rate changes on cash Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Cash and cash equivalents, end of year Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Cash paid for income taxes Cash paid for income taxes Cash paid for interest Cash paid for interest 1,212 1,212 318 318 (242) (242) (70) (70) 40 40 (6) (6) 121 121 (546) (546) 11 11 (9) (9) 352 352 162 162 (266) (266) 1,898 1,898 (1,146) (1,146) 143 143 — — — — — — — — (541) (541) 772 772 7 7 (765) (765) 134 134 (56) (56) — — — — (9) (9) (886) (886) — — — — (817) (817) 6 6 322 322 3,048 3,048 1,566 1,566 308 308 (82) (82) (7) (7) 40 40 6 6 (1,175) (1,175) 200 200 192 192 75 75 184 184 124 124 (357) (357) 824 824 (647) (647) — — (22) (22) — — — — — — (353) (353) 1,284 1,284 16 16 278 278 141 141 (72) (72) — — (595) (595) — — (982) (982) — — — — (1,508) (1,508) (1) (1) (407) (407) 3,455 3,455 $ $ $ $ $ $ 3,370 $ 3,370 $ 3,048 $ 3,048 $ 348 $ 348 $ 283 $ 283 $ 341 $ 341 $ 372 $ 372 $ 1,812 1,812 306 306 374 374 39 39 38 38 (8) (8) 993 993 (339) (339) (588) (588) 72 72 (42) (42) (135) (135) (221) (221) 1,547 1,547 (876) (876) 119 119 — — (79) (79) 175 175 7 7 (1,364) (1,364) 766 766 (20) (20) (1,272) (1,272) 118 118 (115) (115) (563) (563) (584) (584) — — (181) (181) (500) (500) (4) (4) (1,829) (1,829) 4 4 (1,550) (1,550) 5,005 5,005 3,455 3,455 377 377 431 431 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (in millions) (in millions) Common Stock Common Stock Treasury Stock Treasury Stock Shares Shares Amount Amount Shares Shares Amount Amount Additional Additional Paid-In Paid-In Capital Capital Accumulated Accumulated Other Other Comprehensive Comprehensive Income (Loss) Income (Loss) Retained Retained Earnings Earnings Total Total Shareholders’ Shareholders’ Equity Equity Balance at June 29, 2018 Balance at June 29, 2018 312 $ 312 $ Net loss Net loss Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Adoption of new accounting Adoption of new accounting standards standards Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Repurchases of common Repurchases of common stock stock Dividends to shareholders Dividends to shareholders Actuarial pension loss Actuarial pension loss Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 Net loss Net loss Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Adoption of new accounting Adoption of new accounting standards standards Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Dividends to shareholders Dividends to shareholders Actuarial pension loss Actuarial pension loss Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Net income Net income Adoption of New Accounting Adoption of New Accounting Standard Standard Employee stock plans Employee stock plans Stock-based compensation Stock-based compensation Actuarial pension gain Actuarial pension gain Foreign currency translation Foreign currency translation adjustment adjustment Net unrealized loss on Net unrealized loss on derivative contracts derivative contracts — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 312 312 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 312 312 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 312 $ 312 $ 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 3 3 (16) $ (16) $ (1,444) $ (1,444) $ 4,254 $ 4,254 $ (39) $ (39) $ 8,757 $ 8,757 $ 11,531 11,531 — — 7 7 — — — — (8) (8) — — — — — — — — (17) (17) — — 7 7 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 739 739 — — — — (563) (563) — — — — — — — — (1,268) (1,268) — — 531 531 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — (736) (736) — — 306 306 — — 27 27 — — — — — — 3,851 3,851 — — (462) (462) — — 308 308 20 20 — — — — — — (10) (10) (737) (737) 3,717 3,717 — — — — 6 6 — — — — — — — — — — — — 505 505 — — — — — — — — — — — — (427) (427) 318 318 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — (34) (34) 25 25 (20) (20) (68) (68) — — — — — — — — — — (5) (5) (6) (6) (78) (78) (157) (157) — — — — — — — — 23 23 (36) (36) (27) (27) (754) (754) — — 56 56 — — — — (610) (610) — — — — — — 7,449 7,449 (250) (250) — — (5) (5) — — (469) (469) — — — — — — 6,725 6,725 821 821 (7) (7) — — — — — — — — — — (754) (754) 3 3 56 56 306 306 (563) (563) (583) (583) (34) (34) 25 25 (20) (20) 9,967 9,967 (250) (250) 69 69 (5) (5) 308 308 (449) (449) (5) (5) (6) (6) (78) (78) 9,551 9,551 821 821 (7) (7) 78 78 318 318 23 23 (36) (36) (27) (27) (4) $ (4) $ (232) $ (232) $ 3,608 $ 3,608 $ (197) $ (197) $ 7,539 $ 7,539 $ 10,721 10,721 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these Consolidated Financial Statements. 52 52 53 53 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Note 1. Organization and Basis of Presentation Note 1. Organization and Basis of Presentation Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital” or “the Company”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital” or “the Company”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the information technology (“IT”) industry and the data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the information technology (“IT”) industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. The Company creates environments for data infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. The Company creates environments for data to thrive. The Company is driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever- to thrive. The Company is driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever- increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, the increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, the Company’s industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. Company’s industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. The Company’s broad portfolio of technology and products address the following key end markets: Client Devices; Data The Company’s broad portfolio of technology and products address the following key end markets: Client Devices; Data Center Devices and Solutions; and Client Solutions. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue from its extensive Center Devices and Solutions; and Client Solutions. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue from its extensive intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio, which is included in each of these three end market categories. intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio, which is included in each of these three end market categories. Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation The Company has prepared its Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally The Company has prepared its Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) and has adopted accounting policies and practices which are generally accepted in accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) and has adopted accounting policies and practices which are generally accepted in the industry in which it operates. The Company’s significant accounting policies are summarized below. the industry in which it operates. The Company’s significant accounting policies are summarized below. Fiscal Year Fiscal Year The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six years, the Company reports a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 five to six years, the Company reports a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. Basis of Consolidation Basis of Consolidation The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The functional currency of most of significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The functional currency of most of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries is the U.S. dollar. The accounts of these foreign subsidiaries have been remeasured using the Company’s foreign subsidiaries is the U.S. dollar. The accounts of these foreign subsidiaries have been remeasured using the U.S. dollar as the functional currency. Gains or losses resulting from remeasurement of these accounts from local currencies the U.S. dollar as the functional currency. Gains or losses resulting from remeasurement of these accounts from local currencies into U.S. dollars were immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Financial statements of the Company’s foreign into U.S. dollars were immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Financial statements of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for which the functional currency is the local currency are translated into U.S. dollars using the exchange rate at subsidiaries for which the functional currency is the local currency are translated into U.S. dollars using the exchange rate at each balance sheet date for assets and liabilities and a weighted average exchange rate for each period for statement of each balance sheet date for assets and liabilities and a weighted average exchange rate for each period for statement of operations items. Translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of operations items. Translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of shareholders’ equity. shareholders’ equity. Use of Estimates Use of Estimates Company management has made estimates and assumptions relating to the reporting of certain assets and liabilities in Company management has made estimates and assumptions relating to the reporting of certain assets and liabilities in conformity with U.S. GAAP. These estimates and assumptions have been applied using methodologies that are consistent conformity with U.S. GAAP. These estimates and assumptions have been applied using methodologies that are consistent throughout the periods presented with consideration given to the potential impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. throughout the periods presented with consideration given to the potential impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, actual results could differ materially from these estimates and be significantly affected by the severity and duration of However, actual results could differ materially from these estimates and be significantly affected by the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine- vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine- resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. Equity Investments Equity Investments The Company enters into certain strategic investments for the promotion of business and strategic objectives. The equity The Company enters into certain strategic investments for the promotion of business and strategic objectives. The equity method of accounting is used if the Company’s ownership interest is greater than or equal to 20% but less than a majority or method of accounting is used if the Company’s ownership interest is greater than or equal to 20% but less than a majority or where the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. The Company’s where the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. The Company’s equity in the earnings or losses in equity-method investments is recognized in Other income, net, in the Consolidated equity in the earnings or losses in equity-method investments is recognized in Other income, net, in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Statements of Operations. If the Company’s ownership interest is less than 20% and the Company does not have the ability to exercise significant If the Company’s ownership interest is less than 20% and the Company does not have the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies of the investee, the Company accounts for these investments at fair value, or if influence over operating and financial policies of the investee, the Company accounts for these investments at fair value, or if these equity securities do not have a readily determinable fair value, these securities are measured and recorded using the these equity securities do not have a readily determinable fair value, these securities are measured and recorded using the measurement alternative under Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-01, “Financial Instruments — Overall measurement alternative under Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-01, “Financial Instruments — Overall (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities,” which is cost minus (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities,” which is cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes. Previously, these investments were impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes. Previously, these investments were accounted for under the cost method of accounting. These investments are recorded within Other non-current assets in the accounted for under the cost method of accounting. These investments are recorded within Other non-current assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and are periodically analyzed to determine whether or not there are indicators of impairment. Consolidated Balance Sheets and are periodically analyzed to determine whether or not there are indicators of impairment. Variable Interest Entities Variable Interest Entities The Company evaluates its investments and other significant relationships to determine whether any investee is a variable The Company evaluates its investments and other significant relationships to determine whether any investee is a variable interest entity (“VIE”). If the Company concludes that an investee is a VIE, the Company evaluates its power to direct the interest entity (“VIE”). If the Company concludes that an investee is a VIE, the Company evaluates its power to direct the activities of the investee, its obligation to absorb the expected losses of the investee and its right to receive the expected residual activities of the investee, its obligation to absorb the expected losses of the investee and its right to receive the expected residual returns of the investee to determine whether the Company is the primary beneficiary of the investee. If the Company is the returns of the investee to determine whether the Company is the primary beneficiary of the investee. If the Company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE, the Company consolidates such entity and reflects the non-controlling interest of other primary beneficiary of a VIE, the Company consolidates such entity and reflects the non-controlling interest of other beneficiaries of that entity. The Company does not consolidate any cost method investment or equity method investment beneficiaries of that entity. The Company does not consolidate any cost method investment or equity method investment entities. entities. Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair Value of Financial Instruments Inventories Inventories The carrying amounts of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate fair The carrying amounts of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate fair value for all periods presented because of the short-term maturity of these assets and liabilities. The fair value of investments value for all periods presented because of the short-term maturity of these assets and liabilities. The fair value of investments that are not accounted for under the equity method is based on appropriate market information. that are not accounted for under the equity method is based on appropriate market information. The Company values inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first out) or net realizable value. The first-in, first-out method The Company values inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first out) or net realizable value. The first-in, first-out method is used to value the cost of the majority of the Company’s inventories. Inventory write-downs are recorded for the valuation of is used to value the cost of the majority of the Company’s inventories. Inventory write-downs are recorded for the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. The Company evaluates inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing The Company evaluates inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduces inventory balances to net realizable value estimated demand, inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduces inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease in demand for one or more of the Company’s products, which may require a write down of inventory that could in a decrease in demand for one or more of the Company’s products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating results. materially affect operating results. Property, Plant and Equipment Property, Plant and Equipment Cash Equivalents Cash Equivalents The Company’s cash equivalents represent highly liquid investments in money market funds, which are invested in U.S. The Company’s cash equivalents represent highly liquid investments in money market funds, which are invested in U.S. Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities as well as bank certificates of deposit with original maturities at Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities as well as bank certificates of deposit with original maturities at purchase of three months or less. Cash equivalents are carried at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates fair value. purchase of three months or less. Cash equivalents are carried at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates fair value. Property and equipment are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. The cost of property, plant and Property and equipment are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. The cost of property, plant and equipment is depreciated over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. The Company’s buildings and improvements equipment is depreciated over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. The Company’s buildings and improvements are depreciated over periods ranging from fifteen to thirty years. The majority of the Company’s machinery and equipment, are depreciated over periods ranging from fifteen to thirty years. The majority of the Company’s machinery and equipment, software, and furniture and fixtures, are depreciated on a straight-line basis over a period of two to seven years. Leasehold software, and furniture and fixtures, are depreciated on a straight-line basis over a period of two to seven years. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the lesser of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the related lease terms. improvements are amortized over the lesser of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the related lease terms. 54 54 55 55 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Note 1. Organization and Basis of Presentation Note 1. Organization and Basis of Presentation Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital” or “the Company”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of Western Digital Corporation (“Western Digital” or “the Company”) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the information technology (“IT”) industry and the data storage devices and solutions that address the evolving needs of the information technology (“IT”) industry and the infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. The Company creates environments for data infrastructure that enables the proliferation of data in virtually every other industry. The Company creates environments for data to thrive. The Company is driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever- to thrive. The Company is driving the innovation needed to help customers capture, preserve, access and transform an ever- increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, the increasing diversity of data. Everywhere data lives, from advanced data centers to mobile sensors to personal devices, the Company’s industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. Company’s industry-leading solutions deliver the possibilities of data. The Company’s broad portfolio of technology and products address the following key end markets: Client Devices; Data The Company’s broad portfolio of technology and products address the following key end markets: Client Devices; Data Center Devices and Solutions; and Client Solutions. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue from its extensive Center Devices and Solutions; and Client Solutions. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue from its extensive intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio, which is included in each of these three end market categories. intellectual property (“IP”) portfolio, which is included in each of these three end market categories. The Company has prepared its Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally The Company has prepared its Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) and has adopted accounting policies and practices which are generally accepted in accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) and has adopted accounting policies and practices which are generally accepted in the industry in which it operates. The Company’s significant accounting policies are summarized below. the industry in which it operates. The Company’s significant accounting policies are summarized below. The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Friday nearest to June 30 and typically consists of 52 weeks. Approximately every five to six years, the Company reports a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 five to six years, the Company reports a 53-week fiscal year to align the fiscal year with the foregoing policy. Fiscal years 2021 and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented and 2019, which ended on July 2, 2021 and June 28, 2019, respectively, are comprised of 52 weeks, with all quarters presented consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 13 weeks. Fiscal year 2020, which ended on July 3, 2020, was comprised of 53 weeks, with the first quarter consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. consisting of 14 weeks and the remaining quarters consisting of 13 weeks each. The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All The Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The functional currency of most of significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The functional currency of most of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries is the U.S. dollar. The accounts of these foreign subsidiaries have been remeasured using the Company’s foreign subsidiaries is the U.S. dollar. The accounts of these foreign subsidiaries have been remeasured using the U.S. dollar as the functional currency. Gains or losses resulting from remeasurement of these accounts from local currencies the U.S. dollar as the functional currency. Gains or losses resulting from remeasurement of these accounts from local currencies into U.S. dollars were immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Financial statements of the Company’s foreign into U.S. dollars were immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Financial statements of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for which the functional currency is the local currency are translated into U.S. dollars using the exchange rate at subsidiaries for which the functional currency is the local currency are translated into U.S. dollars using the exchange rate at each balance sheet date for assets and liabilities and a weighted average exchange rate for each period for statement of each balance sheet date for assets and liabilities and a weighted average exchange rate for each period for statement of operations items. Translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of operations items. Translation adjustments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, a component of Company management has made estimates and assumptions relating to the reporting of certain assets and liabilities in Company management has made estimates and assumptions relating to the reporting of certain assets and liabilities in conformity with U.S. GAAP. These estimates and assumptions have been applied using methodologies that are consistent conformity with U.S. GAAP. These estimates and assumptions have been applied using methodologies that are consistent throughout the periods presented with consideration given to the potential impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. throughout the periods presented with consideration given to the potential impacts of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, actual results could differ materially from these estimates and be significantly affected by the severity and duration of However, actual results could differ materially from these estimates and be significantly affected by the severity and duration of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of the pandemic, the extent of actions to contain or treat COVID-19, the timing, distribution, efficacy and public acceptance of vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine- vaccines around the world, any possible resurgence of COVID-19, including the emergence of more contagious or vaccine- resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. resistant variants and how quickly and to what extent normal economic and operating activity can resume. The Company’s cash equivalents represent highly liquid investments in money market funds, which are invested in U.S. The Company’s cash equivalents represent highly liquid investments in money market funds, which are invested in U.S. Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities as well as bank certificates of deposit with original maturities at Treasury securities and U.S. Government agency securities as well as bank certificates of deposit with original maturities at purchase of three months or less. Cash equivalents are carried at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates fair value. purchase of three months or less. Cash equivalents are carried at cost plus accrued interest, which approximates fair value. Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Basis of Consolidation Basis of Consolidation shareholders’ equity. shareholders’ equity. Use of Estimates Use of Estimates Cash Equivalents Cash Equivalents Equity Investments Equity Investments The Company enters into certain strategic investments for the promotion of business and strategic objectives. The equity The Company enters into certain strategic investments for the promotion of business and strategic objectives. The equity method of accounting is used if the Company’s ownership interest is greater than or equal to 20% but less than a majority or method of accounting is used if the Company’s ownership interest is greater than or equal to 20% but less than a majority or where the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. The Company’s where the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. The Company’s equity in the earnings or losses in equity-method investments is recognized in Other income, net, in the Consolidated equity in the earnings or losses in equity-method investments is recognized in Other income, net, in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Statements of Operations. If the Company’s ownership interest is less than 20% and the Company does not have the ability to exercise significant If the Company’s ownership interest is less than 20% and the Company does not have the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies of the investee, the Company accounts for these investments at fair value, or if influence over operating and financial policies of the investee, the Company accounts for these investments at fair value, or if these equity securities do not have a readily determinable fair value, these securities are measured and recorded using the these equity securities do not have a readily determinable fair value, these securities are measured and recorded using the measurement alternative under Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-01, “Financial Instruments — Overall measurement alternative under Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-01, “Financial Instruments — Overall (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities,” which is cost minus (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities,” which is cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes. Previously, these investments were impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes. Previously, these investments were accounted for under the cost method of accounting. These investments are recorded within Other non-current assets in the accounted for under the cost method of accounting. These investments are recorded within Other non-current assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and are periodically analyzed to determine whether or not there are indicators of impairment. Consolidated Balance Sheets and are periodically analyzed to determine whether or not there are indicators of impairment. Variable Interest Entities Variable Interest Entities The Company evaluates its investments and other significant relationships to determine whether any investee is a variable The Company evaluates its investments and other significant relationships to determine whether any investee is a variable interest entity (“VIE”). If the Company concludes that an investee is a VIE, the Company evaluates its power to direct the interest entity (“VIE”). If the Company concludes that an investee is a VIE, the Company evaluates its power to direct the activities of the investee, its obligation to absorb the expected losses of the investee and its right to receive the expected residual activities of the investee, its obligation to absorb the expected losses of the investee and its right to receive the expected residual returns of the investee to determine whether the Company is the primary beneficiary of the investee. If the Company is the returns of the investee to determine whether the Company is the primary beneficiary of the investee. If the Company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE, the Company consolidates such entity and reflects the non-controlling interest of other primary beneficiary of a VIE, the Company consolidates such entity and reflects the non-controlling interest of other beneficiaries of that entity. The Company does not consolidate any cost method investment or equity method investment beneficiaries of that entity. The Company does not consolidate any cost method investment or equity method investment entities. entities. Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair Value of Financial Instruments The carrying amounts of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate fair The carrying amounts of cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate fair value for all periods presented because of the short-term maturity of these assets and liabilities. The fair value of investments value for all periods presented because of the short-term maturity of these assets and liabilities. The fair value of investments that are not accounted for under the equity method is based on appropriate market information. that are not accounted for under the equity method is based on appropriate market information. Inventories Inventories The Company values inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first out) or net realizable value. The first-in, first-out method The Company values inventories at the lower of cost (first-in, first out) or net realizable value. The first-in, first-out method is used to value the cost of the majority of the Company’s inventories. Inventory write-downs are recorded for the valuation of is used to value the cost of the majority of the Company’s inventories. Inventory write-downs are recorded for the valuation of inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as inventory at the lower of cost or net realizable value by analyzing market conditions and estimates of future sales prices as compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. compared to inventory costs and inventory balances. The Company evaluates inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing The Company evaluates inventory balances for excess quantities and obsolescence on a regular basis by analyzing estimated demand, inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduces inventory balances to net realizable value estimated demand, inventory on hand, sales levels and other information and reduces inventory balances to net realizable value for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result for excess and obsolete inventory based on this analysis. Unanticipated changes in technology or customer demand could result in a decrease in demand for one or more of the Company’s products, which may require a write down of inventory that could in a decrease in demand for one or more of the Company’s products, which may require a write down of inventory that could materially affect operating results. materially affect operating results. Property, Plant and Equipment Property, Plant and Equipment Property and equipment are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. The cost of property, plant and Property and equipment are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. The cost of property, plant and equipment is depreciated over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. The Company’s buildings and improvements equipment is depreciated over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. The Company’s buildings and improvements are depreciated over periods ranging from fifteen to thirty years. The majority of the Company’s machinery and equipment, are depreciated over periods ranging from fifteen to thirty years. The majority of the Company’s machinery and equipment, software, and furniture and fixtures, are depreciated on a straight-line basis over a period of two to seven years. Leasehold software, and furniture and fixtures, are depreciated on a straight-line basis over a period of two to seven years. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the lesser of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the related lease terms. improvements are amortized over the lesser of the estimated useful lives of the assets or the related lease terms. 54 54 55 55 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Business Combinations Business Combinations The application of acquisition accounting to a business combination requires that the Company identify the individual The application of acquisition accounting to a business combination requires that the Company identify the individual measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair assets acquired and liabilities assumed and estimate the fair value of each. The fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assets acquired and liabilities assumed and estimate the fair value of each. The fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business acquisition are recognized at the acquisition date using a combination of valuation techniques, with the assumed in a business acquisition are recognized at the acquisition date using a combination of valuation techniques, with the purchase price exceeding the fair values being recognized as goodwill. Determining fair value of identifiable assets, particularly purchase price exceeding the fair values being recognized as goodwill. Determining fair value of identifiable assets, particularly intangibles, liabilities acquired and contingent obligations assumed requires management to make estimates. In certain intangibles, liabilities acquired and contingent obligations assumed requires management to make estimates. In certain circumstances, the allocations of the excess purchase price are based upon preliminary estimates and assumptions and subject to circumstances, the allocations of the excess purchase price are based upon preliminary estimates and assumptions and subject to revision when the Company receives final information, including appraisals and other analyses. Accordingly, the measurement revision when the Company receives final information, including appraisals and other analyses. Accordingly, the measurement period for such purchase price allocations will end when the information, or the facts and circumstances, becomes available, but period for such purchase price allocations will end when the information, or the facts and circumstances, becomes available, but will not exceed twelve months. The Company will recognize measurement-period adjustments during the period of resolution, will not exceed twelve months. The Company will recognize measurement-period adjustments during the period of resolution, including the effect on earnings of any amounts that would have been recorded in previous periods if the accounting had been including the effect on earnings of any amounts that would have been recorded in previous periods if the accounting had been completed at the acquisition date. completed at the acquisition date. Goodwill and intangible assets often represent a significant portion of the assets acquired in a business combination. The Goodwill and intangible assets often represent a significant portion of the assets acquired in a business combination. The Topic 606 also requires more detailed disclosures to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature, amount, Topic 606 also requires more detailed disclosures to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature, amount, Company recognizes the fair value of an acquired intangible apart from goodwill whenever the intangible arises from Company recognizes the fair value of an acquired intangible apart from goodwill whenever the intangible arises from contractual or other legal rights, or when it can be separated or divided from the acquired entity and sold, transferred, licensed, contractual or other legal rights, or when it can be separated or divided from the acquired entity and sold, transferred, licensed, rented or exchanged, either individually or in combination with a related contract, asset or liability. Intangible assets consist rented or exchanged, either individually or in combination with a related contract, asset or liability. Intangible assets consist primarily of technology, customer relationships, and trade name and trademarks acquired in business combinations and in- primarily of technology, customer relationships, and trade name and trademarks acquired in business combinations and in- process research and development (“IPR&D”). The Company’s assessment of IPR&D also includes consideration of the risk of process research and development (“IPR&D”). The Company’s assessment of IPR&D also includes consideration of the risk of the projects not achieving technological feasibility. the projects not achieving technological feasibility. Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets of operations, and cash flows. of operations, and cash flows. Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or The Company offers a broad range of data storage products that include Client Devices, Data Center Devices and The Company offers a broad range of data storage products that include Client Devices, Data Center Devices and changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. The Company performs an annual impairment test as of the changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. The Company performs an annual impairment test as of the beginning of its fiscal fourth quarter. The Company uses qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than beginning of its fiscal fourth quarter. The Company uses qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If the Company concludes from the not impaired and whether a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If the Company concludes from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, the Company is required to perform a quantitative qualitative assessment that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, the Company is required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. The Company’s assessment resulted in no impairment of goodwill in 2021, approach to determine the amount of impairment. The Company’s assessment resulted in no impairment of goodwill in 2021, 2020, or 2019. 2020, or 2019. The Company is required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of The Company is required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of reporting units, assignment of assets, liabilities and goodwill to reporting units, and determination of the fair value of each reporting units, assignment of assets, liabilities and goodwill to reporting units, and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, the estimates used to determine the fair value of reporting units may change based on results of reporting unit. In addition, the estimates used to determine the fair value of reporting units may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect the Company’s operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect the Company’s assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment. If the Company’s stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment. If the Company’s stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect the Company’s results of operations. become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect the Company’s results of operations. IPR&D is an intangible asset accounted as an indefinite-lived asset until the completion or abandonment of the associated IPR&D is an intangible asset accounted as an indefinite-lived asset until the completion or abandonment of the associated research and development effort. During the development period, the Company conducts an IPR&D impairment test annually research and development effort. During the development period, the Company conducts an IPR&D impairment test annually and whenever events or changes in facts and circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that the IPR&D is impaired. and whenever events or changes in facts and circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that the IPR&D is impaired. Events which might indicate impairment include, but are not limited to, adverse cost factors, strategic decisions made in Events which might indicate impairment include, but are not limited to, adverse cost factors, strategic decisions made in response to economic, market, and competitive conditions, and the impact of the economic environment the Company and on response to economic, market, and competitive conditions, and the impact of the economic environment the Company and on its customer base. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the its customer base. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash flow. See Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s other intangible flow. See Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s other intangible assets. assets. Revenue and Accounts Receivable Revenue and Accounts Receivable In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606),” which superseded the requirements in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 605 with Customers (Topic 606),” which superseded the requirements in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 605 “Revenue Recognition” (Topic 605)”. Topic 606 outlines a comprehensive five-step revenue recognition model based on the “Revenue Recognition” (Topic 605)”. Topic 606 outlines a comprehensive five-step revenue recognition model based on the principle that an entity should recognize revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to customers at principle that an entity should recognize revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. The Company adopted Topic 606 timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. The Company adopted Topic 606 effective June 30, 2018, using the modified retrospective method to all contracts that were not completed contracts as of the effective June 30, 2018, using the modified retrospective method to all contracts that were not completed contracts as of the beginning of the fiscal year. The cumulative effect of adopting Topic 606 was a post-tax increase to the opening retained beginning of the fiscal year. The cumulative effect of adopting Topic 606 was a post-tax increase to the opening retained earnings of $56 million as of June 30, 2018, which was primarily related to the Company’s license and royalty revenue earnings of $56 million as of June 30, 2018, which was primarily related to the Company’s license and royalty revenue arrangements. These arrangements had no remaining performance obligations but were previously recognized under Topic 605 arrangements. These arrangements had no remaining performance obligations but were previously recognized under Topic 605 when they were reported to the Company by its licensees, which was generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales when they were reported to the Company by its licensees, which was generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales of the licensed products. Adoption of the standard did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of the licensed products. Adoption of the standard did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results Solutions, and Client Solutions. Client Devices consist of hard disk drives (“HDDs”) and solid state drives (“SSDs”) for Solutions, and Client Solutions. Client Devices consist of hard disk drives (“HDDs”) and solid state drives (“SSDs”) for computing devices; flash-based embedded storage products; and flash-based memory wafers. Data Center Devices and computing devices; flash-based embedded storage products; and flash-based memory wafers. Data Center Devices and Solutions consist of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, data center software and system Solutions consist of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, data center software and system solutions. Client Solutions consist of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based solutions. Client Solutions consist of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based products. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue related to its IP patent licenses. products. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue related to its IP patent licenses. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or service to the customer. The transaction price to be recognized as revenue is adjusted for variable consideration, such as sales service to the customer. The transaction price to be recognized as revenue is adjusted for variable consideration, such as sales incentives, and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties, including taxes imposed by governmental authorities. The incentives, and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties, including taxes imposed by governmental authorities. The Company’s performance obligations are typically not constrained based on the Company’s history with similar transactions and Company’s performance obligations are typically not constrained based on the Company’s history with similar transactions and that uncertainties are resolved in a fairly short period of time. that uncertainties are resolved in a fairly short period of time. Substantially all of the Company’s revenue is from the sale of tangible products for which the performance obligations are Substantially all of the Company’s revenue is from the sale of tangible products for which the performance obligations are satisfied at a point in time, generally upon delivery. The Company’s services revenue mainly includes post contract customer satisfied at a point in time, generally upon delivery. The Company’s services revenue mainly includes post contract customer support, warranty as a service and maintenance contracts. The performance obligations for the Company’s services are support, warranty as a service and maintenance contracts. The performance obligations for the Company’s services are generally satisfied ratably over the service period based on the nature of the service provided and contract terms. Similarly, generally satisfied ratably over the service period based on the nature of the service provided and contract terms. Similarly, revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized based on whether the arrangement provides the customer a right to revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized based on whether the arrangement provides the customer a right to use or right to access the IP. Revenue for a right to use arrangement is recognized at the time the control of the license is use or right to access the IP. Revenue for a right to use arrangement is recognized at the time the control of the license is transferred to the customer. Revenue for a right to access arrangement is recognized over the contract period using the time transferred to the customer. Revenue for a right to access arrangement is recognized over the contract period using the time lapse method. For the sales-based royalty arrangements, the Company estimates and recognizes revenue in the period in which lapse method. For the sales-based royalty arrangements, the Company estimates and recognizes revenue in the period in which customers’ licensable sales occur. customers’ licensable sales occur. The Company’s customer payment terms are typically less than two months from the date control over the product or The Company’s customer payment terms are typically less than two months from the date control over the product or service is transferred to the customer. The Company uses the practical expedient and does not recognize a significant financing service is transferred to the customer. The Company uses the practical expedient and does not recognize a significant financing component for payment considerations of less than one year. The financing components of contracts with payment terms were component for payment considerations of less than one year. The financing components of contracts with payment terms were not material. not material. 56 56 57 57 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Business Combinations Business Combinations The application of acquisition accounting to a business combination requires that the Company identify the individual The application of acquisition accounting to a business combination requires that the Company identify the individual assets acquired and liabilities assumed and estimate the fair value of each. The fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assets acquired and liabilities assumed and estimate the fair value of each. The fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in a business acquisition are recognized at the acquisition date using a combination of valuation techniques, with the assumed in a business acquisition are recognized at the acquisition date using a combination of valuation techniques, with the purchase price exceeding the fair values being recognized as goodwill. Determining fair value of identifiable assets, particularly purchase price exceeding the fair values being recognized as goodwill. Determining fair value of identifiable assets, particularly intangibles, liabilities acquired and contingent obligations assumed requires management to make estimates. In certain intangibles, liabilities acquired and contingent obligations assumed requires management to make estimates. In certain Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the Other long-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in economic benefits are expected to be received. Long-lived assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. The estimates of fair value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash value require evaluation of future market conditions and product lifecycles as well as projected revenue, earnings and cash flow. See Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s other intangible flow. See Note 4, Supplemental Financial Statement Data, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s other intangible assets. assets. circumstances, the allocations of the excess purchase price are based upon preliminary estimates and assumptions and subject to circumstances, the allocations of the excess purchase price are based upon preliminary estimates and assumptions and subject to Revenue and Accounts Receivable Revenue and Accounts Receivable revision when the Company receives final information, including appraisals and other analyses. Accordingly, the measurement revision when the Company receives final information, including appraisals and other analyses. Accordingly, the measurement period for such purchase price allocations will end when the information, or the facts and circumstances, becomes available, but period for such purchase price allocations will end when the information, or the facts and circumstances, becomes available, but In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts will not exceed twelve months. The Company will recognize measurement-period adjustments during the period of resolution, will not exceed twelve months. The Company will recognize measurement-period adjustments during the period of resolution, including the effect on earnings of any amounts that would have been recorded in previous periods if the accounting had been including the effect on earnings of any amounts that would have been recorded in previous periods if the accounting had been completed at the acquisition date. completed at the acquisition date. Goodwill and intangible assets often represent a significant portion of the assets acquired in a business combination. The Goodwill and intangible assets often represent a significant portion of the assets acquired in a business combination. The Company recognizes the fair value of an acquired intangible apart from goodwill whenever the intangible arises from Company recognizes the fair value of an acquired intangible apart from goodwill whenever the intangible arises from contractual or other legal rights, or when it can be separated or divided from the acquired entity and sold, transferred, licensed, contractual or other legal rights, or when it can be separated or divided from the acquired entity and sold, transferred, licensed, rented or exchanged, either individually or in combination with a related contract, asset or liability. Intangible assets consist rented or exchanged, either individually or in combination with a related contract, asset or liability. Intangible assets consist primarily of technology, customer relationships, and trade name and trademarks acquired in business combinations and in- primarily of technology, customer relationships, and trade name and trademarks acquired in business combinations and in- process research and development (“IPR&D”). The Company’s assessment of IPR&D also includes consideration of the risk of process research and development (“IPR&D”). The Company’s assessment of IPR&D also includes consideration of the risk of the projects not achieving technological feasibility. the projects not achieving technological feasibility. Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill and Other Long-Lived Assets Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or Goodwill is not amortized. Instead, it is tested for impairment on an annual basis or more frequently whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. The Company performs an annual impairment test as of the changes in circumstances indicate that goodwill may be impaired. The Company performs an annual impairment test as of the beginning of its fiscal fourth quarter. The Company uses qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than beginning of its fiscal fourth quarter. The Company uses qualitative factors to determine whether goodwill is more likely than not impaired and whether a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If the Company concludes from the not impaired and whether a quantitative test for impairment is considered necessary. If the Company concludes from the qualitative assessment that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, the Company is required to perform a quantitative qualitative assessment that goodwill is more likely than not impaired, the Company is required to perform a quantitative approach to determine the amount of impairment. The Company’s assessment resulted in no impairment of goodwill in 2021, approach to determine the amount of impairment. The Company’s assessment resulted in no impairment of goodwill in 2021, 2020, or 2019. 2020, or 2019. The Company is required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of The Company is required to use judgment when applying the goodwill impairment test, including the identification of reporting units, assignment of assets, liabilities and goodwill to reporting units, and determination of the fair value of each reporting units, assignment of assets, liabilities and goodwill to reporting units, and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. In addition, the estimates used to determine the fair value of reporting units may change based on results of reporting unit. In addition, the estimates used to determine the fair value of reporting units may change based on results of operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect the Company’s operations, macroeconomic conditions or other factors. Changes in these estimates could materially affect the Company’s assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment. If the Company’s stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could assessment of the fair value and goodwill impairment. If the Company’s stock price decreases significantly, goodwill could become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect the Company’s results of operations. become impaired, which could result in a material charge and adversely affect the Company’s results of operations. IPR&D is an intangible asset accounted as an indefinite-lived asset until the completion or abandonment of the associated IPR&D is an intangible asset accounted as an indefinite-lived asset until the completion or abandonment of the associated research and development effort. During the development period, the Company conducts an IPR&D impairment test annually research and development effort. During the development period, the Company conducts an IPR&D impairment test annually and whenever events or changes in facts and circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that the IPR&D is impaired. and whenever events or changes in facts and circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that the IPR&D is impaired. Events which might indicate impairment include, but are not limited to, adverse cost factors, strategic decisions made in Events which might indicate impairment include, but are not limited to, adverse cost factors, strategic decisions made in response to economic, market, and competitive conditions, and the impact of the economic environment the Company and on response to economic, market, and competitive conditions, and the impact of the economic environment the Company and on its customer base. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the its customer base. If impairment is indicated, the impairment is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. with Customers (Topic 606),” which superseded the requirements in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 605 with Customers (Topic 606),” which superseded the requirements in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 605 “Revenue Recognition” (Topic 605)”. Topic 606 outlines a comprehensive five-step revenue recognition model based on the “Revenue Recognition” (Topic 605)”. Topic 606 outlines a comprehensive five-step revenue recognition model based on the principle that an entity should recognize revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to customers at principle that an entity should recognize revenue when control of the promised goods or services is transferred to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. Topic 606 also requires more detailed disclosures to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature, amount, Topic 606 also requires more detailed disclosures to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. The Company adopted Topic 606 timing, and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. The Company adopted Topic 606 effective June 30, 2018, using the modified retrospective method to all contracts that were not completed contracts as of the effective June 30, 2018, using the modified retrospective method to all contracts that were not completed contracts as of the beginning of the fiscal year. The cumulative effect of adopting Topic 606 was a post-tax increase to the opening retained beginning of the fiscal year. The cumulative effect of adopting Topic 606 was a post-tax increase to the opening retained earnings of $56 million as of June 30, 2018, which was primarily related to the Company’s license and royalty revenue earnings of $56 million as of June 30, 2018, which was primarily related to the Company’s license and royalty revenue arrangements. These arrangements had no remaining performance obligations but were previously recognized under Topic 605 arrangements. These arrangements had no remaining performance obligations but were previously recognized under Topic 605 when they were reported to the Company by its licensees, which was generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales when they were reported to the Company by its licensees, which was generally one quarter in arrears from the licensees’ sales of the licensed products. Adoption of the standard did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of the licensed products. Adoption of the standard did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial position, results of operations, and cash flows. of operations, and cash flows. The Company offers a broad range of data storage products that include Client Devices, Data Center Devices and The Company offers a broad range of data storage products that include Client Devices, Data Center Devices and Solutions, and Client Solutions. Client Devices consist of hard disk drives (“HDDs”) and solid state drives (“SSDs”) for Solutions, and Client Solutions. Client Devices consist of hard disk drives (“HDDs”) and solid state drives (“SSDs”) for computing devices; flash-based embedded storage products; and flash-based memory wafers. Data Center Devices and computing devices; flash-based embedded storage products; and flash-based memory wafers. Data Center Devices and Solutions consist of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, data center software and system Solutions consist of high-capacity enterprise HDDs and high-performance enterprise SSDs, data center software and system solutions. Client Solutions consist of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based solutions. Client Solutions consist of HDDs and SSDs embedded into external storage products and removable flash-based products. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue related to its IP patent licenses. products. The Company also generates license and royalty revenue related to its IP patent licenses. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or service to the customer. The transaction price to be recognized as revenue is adjusted for variable consideration, such as sales service to the customer. The transaction price to be recognized as revenue is adjusted for variable consideration, such as sales incentives, and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties, including taxes imposed by governmental authorities. The incentives, and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties, including taxes imposed by governmental authorities. The Company’s performance obligations are typically not constrained based on the Company’s history with similar transactions and Company’s performance obligations are typically not constrained based on the Company’s history with similar transactions and that uncertainties are resolved in a fairly short period of time. that uncertainties are resolved in a fairly short period of time. Substantially all of the Company’s revenue is from the sale of tangible products for which the performance obligations are Substantially all of the Company’s revenue is from the sale of tangible products for which the performance obligations are satisfied at a point in time, generally upon delivery. The Company’s services revenue mainly includes post contract customer satisfied at a point in time, generally upon delivery. The Company’s services revenue mainly includes post contract customer support, warranty as a service and maintenance contracts. The performance obligations for the Company’s services are support, warranty as a service and maintenance contracts. The performance obligations for the Company’s services are generally satisfied ratably over the service period based on the nature of the service provided and contract terms. Similarly, generally satisfied ratably over the service period based on the nature of the service provided and contract terms. Similarly, revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized based on whether the arrangement provides the customer a right to revenue from patent licensing arrangements is recognized based on whether the arrangement provides the customer a right to use or right to access the IP. Revenue for a right to use arrangement is recognized at the time the control of the license is use or right to access the IP. Revenue for a right to use arrangement is recognized at the time the control of the license is transferred to the customer. Revenue for a right to access arrangement is recognized over the contract period using the time transferred to the customer. Revenue for a right to access arrangement is recognized over the contract period using the time lapse method. For the sales-based royalty arrangements, the Company estimates and recognizes revenue in the period in which lapse method. For the sales-based royalty arrangements, the Company estimates and recognizes revenue in the period in which customers’ licensable sales occur. customers’ licensable sales occur. The Company’s customer payment terms are typically less than two months from the date control over the product or The Company’s customer payment terms are typically less than two months from the date control over the product or service is transferred to the customer. The Company uses the practical expedient and does not recognize a significant financing service is transferred to the customer. The Company uses the practical expedient and does not recognize a significant financing component for payment considerations of less than one year. The financing components of contracts with payment terms were component for payment considerations of less than one year. The financing components of contracts with payment terms were not material. not material. 56 56 57 57 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION The Company provides distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for The Company provides distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. The Company also provides resellers and original inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. The Company also provides resellers and original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. The Company uses judgment in consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company uses the expected its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company uses the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that the Company has a large number of contracts with estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that the Company has a large number of contracts with similar characteristics. similar characteristics. For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of revenue. The Company nets sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise revenue. The Company nets sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. An immaterial amount of the Company’s revenue arrangements include contracts that contain more than one performance An immaterial amount of the Company’s revenue arrangements include contracts that contain more than one performance obligation, which are typically comprised of tangible products, software and support services for multiple distinct licenses. For obligation, which are typically comprised of tangible products, software and support services for multiple distinct licenses. For these contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company evaluates whether each deliverable is a distinct promise these contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company evaluates whether each deliverable is a distinct promise and should be accounted for as a separate performance obligation. If a promised good or service is not distinct in accordance and should be accounted for as a separate performance obligation. If a promised good or service is not distinct in accordance with the revenue guidance, the Company combines that good or service with the other promised goods or services in the with the revenue guidance, the Company combines that good or service with the other promised goods or services in the arrangement until a distinct bundle of goods is identified. The Company allocates the transaction price to the performance arrangement until a distinct bundle of goods is identified. The Company allocates the transaction price to the performance obligations of each distinct product or service, or distinct bundle, based on their relative standalone selling prices. Where a obligations of each distinct product or service, or distinct bundle, based on their relative standalone selling prices. Where a separate standalone selling price is not available, the transaction price is based on the Company’s best estimate of the separate standalone selling price is not available, the transaction price is based on the Company’s best estimate of the standalone selling price. The Company uses one or a combination of more than one of the following methods to estimate the standalone selling price. The Company uses one or a combination of more than one of the following methods to estimate the standalone selling price: the adjusted market assessment approach, the expected cost plus a margin approach, or another suitable standalone selling price: the adjusted market assessment approach, the expected cost plus a margin approach, or another suitable method based on the facts and circumstances. method based on the facts and circumstances. The Company records an allowance for doubtful accounts by analyzing specific customer accounts and assessing the risk The Company records an allowance for doubtful accounts by analyzing specific customer accounts and assessing the risk Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and amounted to $84 million, $93 million and $107 million in 2021, 2020 and Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and amounted to $84 million, $93 million and $107 million in 2021, 2020 and of loss based on insolvency or other collection issues. In addition, the Company routinely analyzes the various receivable aging of loss based on insolvency or other collection issues. In addition, the Company routinely analyzes the various receivable aging categories to establish reserves based on a combination of past due receivables and expected future losses. If the financial categories to establish reserves based on a combination of past due receivables and expected future losses. If the financial condition of a significant customer deteriorates resulting in its inability to pay its accounts when due, or if the Company’s condition of a significant customer deteriorates resulting in its inability to pay its accounts when due, or if the Company’s overall loss trajectory changes significantly, an adjustment in the Company’s allowance for doubtful accounts would be overall loss trajectory changes significantly, an adjustment in the Company’s allowance for doubtful accounts would be required, which could materially affect operating results. required, which could materially affect operating results. Warranty Warranty The Company records an accrual for estimated warranty costs when revenue is recognized. The Company generally The Company records an accrual for estimated warranty costs when revenue is recognized. The Company generally warrants its products for a period of one to five years, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten warrants its products for a period of one to five years, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten years or more. The warranty provision considers estimated product failure rates and trends, estimated replacement costs, years or more. The warranty provision considers estimated product failure rates and trends, estimated replacement costs, estimated repair costs which include scrap costs and estimated costs for customer compensatory claims related to product estimated repair costs which include scrap costs and estimated costs for customer compensatory claims related to product quality issues, if any. For warranties ten years or greater, including lifetime warranties, the Company uses the estimated useful quality issues, if any. For warranties ten years or greater, including lifetime warranties, the Company uses the estimated useful life of the product to calculate the warranty exposure. A statistical warranty tracking model is used to help prepare estimates life of the product to calculate the warranty exposure. A statistical warranty tracking model is used to help prepare estimates and assist the Company in exercising judgment in determining the underlying estimates. The statistical tracking model captures and assist the Company in exercising judgment in determining the underlying estimates. The statistical tracking model captures specific detail on product reliability, such as factory test data, historical field return rates and costs to repair by product type. specific detail on product reliability, such as factory test data, historical field return rates and costs to repair by product type. Management’s judgment is subject to a greater degree of subjectivity with respect to newly introduced products because of Management’s judgment is subject to a greater degree of subjectivity with respect to newly introduced products because of limited field experience with those products upon which to base warranty estimates. Management reviews the warranty accrual limited field experience with those products upon which to base warranty estimates. Management reviews the warranty accrual quarterly for products shipped in prior periods and which are still under warranty. Any changes in the estimates underlying the quarterly for products shipped in prior periods and which are still under warranty. Any changes in the estimates underlying the accrual may result in adjustments that impact current period gross profit and income. Such changes are generally a result of accrual may result in adjustments that impact current period gross profit and income. Such changes are generally a result of differences between forecasted and actual return rate experience and costs to repair and could differ significantly from the differences between forecasted and actual return rate experience and costs to repair and could differ significantly from the estimates. estimates. Litigation and Other Contingencies Litigation and Other Contingencies When the Company becomes aware of a claim or potential claim, the Company assesses the likelihood of any loss or When the Company becomes aware of a claim or potential claim, the Company assesses the likelihood of any loss or exposure. The Company discloses information regarding each material claim where the likelihood of a loss contingency is exposure. The Company discloses information regarding each material claim where the likelihood of a loss contingency is probable or reasonably possible. If a loss contingency is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated, the probable or reasonably possible. If a loss contingency is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated, the Company records an accrual for the loss. In such cases, there may be an exposure to potential loss in excess of the amount Company records an accrual for the loss. In such cases, there may be an exposure to potential loss in excess of the amount accrued. Where a loss is not probable but is reasonably possible or where a loss in excess of the amount accrued is reasonably accrued. Where a loss is not probable but is reasonably possible or where a loss in excess of the amount accrued is reasonably possible, the Company discloses an estimate of the amount of the loss or range of possible losses for the claim if a reasonable possible, the Company discloses an estimate of the amount of the loss or range of possible losses for the claim if a reasonable estimate can be made, unless the amount of such reasonably possible losses is not material to the Company’s financial position, estimate can be made, unless the amount of such reasonably possible losses is not material to the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows. The ability to predict the ultimate outcome of such matters involves judgments, estimates results of operations or cash flows. The ability to predict the ultimate outcome of such matters involves judgments, estimates and inherent uncertainties. The actual outcome of such matters could differ materially from management’s estimates. See and inherent uncertainties. The actual outcome of such matters could differ materially from management’s estimates. See Note 17, Legal Proceedings, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s litigation. Note 17, Legal Proceedings, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s litigation. 2019, respectively. These expenses are included in Selling, general and administrative in the Consolidated Statements of 2019, respectively. These expenses are included in Selling, general and administrative in the Consolidated Statements of Advertising Expense Advertising Expense Operations. Operations. Research and Development Expense Research and Development Expense Income Taxes Income Taxes Research and development (“R&D”) expenditures are expensed as incurred. Research and development (“R&D”) expenditures are expensed as incurred. The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities liabilities be recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss (“NOL”) and tax credit carryforwards. The Company records a valuation and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss (“NOL”) and tax credit carryforwards. The Company records a valuation allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, the Company evaluates allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, the Company evaluates the need for a valuation allowance for its deferred tax assets and adjusts the valuation allowance so that the Company records the need for a valuation allowance for its deferred tax assets and adjusts the valuation allowance so that the Company records net deferred tax assets only to the extent that it has concluded it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be net deferred tax assets only to the extent that it has concluded it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. The Company accounts for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income realized. The Company accounts for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. taxes. 58 58 59 59 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) The Company provides distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for The Company provides distributors and retailers (collectively referred to as “resellers”) with limited price protection for Warranty Warranty inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. The Company also provides resellers and original inventories held by resellers at the time of published list price reductions. The Company also provides resellers and original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) with other sales incentive programs. The Company records estimated variable consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. The Company uses judgment in consideration related to these items as a reduction to revenue at the time of revenue recognition. The Company uses judgment in its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company uses the expected its assessment of variable consideration in contracts to be included in the transaction price. The Company uses the expected value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the value method to arrive at the amount of variable consideration. The Company constrains variable consideration until the likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate likelihood of a significant revenue reversal is not probable and believes that the expected value method is the appropriate estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that the Company has a large number of contracts with estimate of the amount of variable consideration based on the fact that the Company has a large number of contracts with similar characteristics. similar characteristics. For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of For sales to OEMs, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on the amount of consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales consideration expected to be earned based on the OEMs’ volume of purchases from the Company or other agreed upon sales incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several incentive programs. For sales to resellers, the Company’s methodology for estimating variable consideration is based on several factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the factors including historical pricing information, current pricing trends and channel inventory levels. Differences between the estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. estimated and actual amounts of variable consideration are recognized as adjustments to revenue. The Company records an accrual for estimated warranty costs when revenue is recognized. The Company generally The Company records an accrual for estimated warranty costs when revenue is recognized. The Company generally warrants its products for a period of one to five years, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten warrants its products for a period of one to five years, with a small number of products having a warranty ranging up to ten years or more. The warranty provision considers estimated product failure rates and trends, estimated replacement costs, years or more. The warranty provision considers estimated product failure rates and trends, estimated replacement costs, estimated repair costs which include scrap costs and estimated costs for customer compensatory claims related to product estimated repair costs which include scrap costs and estimated costs for customer compensatory claims related to product quality issues, if any. For warranties ten years or greater, including lifetime warranties, the Company uses the estimated useful quality issues, if any. For warranties ten years or greater, including lifetime warranties, the Company uses the estimated useful life of the product to calculate the warranty exposure. A statistical warranty tracking model is used to help prepare estimates life of the product to calculate the warranty exposure. A statistical warranty tracking model is used to help prepare estimates and assist the Company in exercising judgment in determining the underlying estimates. The statistical tracking model captures and assist the Company in exercising judgment in determining the underlying estimates. The statistical tracking model captures specific detail on product reliability, such as factory test data, historical field return rates and costs to repair by product type. specific detail on product reliability, such as factory test data, historical field return rates and costs to repair by product type. Management’s judgment is subject to a greater degree of subjectivity with respect to newly introduced products because of Management’s judgment is subject to a greater degree of subjectivity with respect to newly introduced products because of limited field experience with those products upon which to base warranty estimates. Management reviews the warranty accrual limited field experience with those products upon which to base warranty estimates. Management reviews the warranty accrual quarterly for products shipped in prior periods and which are still under warranty. Any changes in the estimates underlying the quarterly for products shipped in prior periods and which are still under warranty. Any changes in the estimates underlying the accrual may result in adjustments that impact current period gross profit and income. Such changes are generally a result of accrual may result in adjustments that impact current period gross profit and income. Such changes are generally a result of differences between forecasted and actual return rate experience and costs to repair and could differ significantly from the differences between forecasted and actual return rate experience and costs to repair and could differ significantly from the estimates. estimates. Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of Marketing development program costs are typically recorded as a reduction of the transaction price and, therefore, of revenue. The Company nets sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise revenue. The Company nets sales rebates against open customer receivable balances if the criteria to offset are met, otherwise Litigation and Other Contingencies Litigation and Other Contingencies they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. they are recorded within other accrued liabilities. When the Company becomes aware of a claim or potential claim, the Company assesses the likelihood of any loss or When the Company becomes aware of a claim or potential claim, the Company assesses the likelihood of any loss or exposure. The Company discloses information regarding each material claim where the likelihood of a loss contingency is exposure. The Company discloses information regarding each material claim where the likelihood of a loss contingency is probable or reasonably possible. If a loss contingency is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated, the probable or reasonably possible. If a loss contingency is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated, the Company records an accrual for the loss. In such cases, there may be an exposure to potential loss in excess of the amount Company records an accrual for the loss. In such cases, there may be an exposure to potential loss in excess of the amount accrued. Where a loss is not probable but is reasonably possible or where a loss in excess of the amount accrued is reasonably accrued. Where a loss is not probable but is reasonably possible or where a loss in excess of the amount accrued is reasonably possible, the Company discloses an estimate of the amount of the loss or range of possible losses for the claim if a reasonable possible, the Company discloses an estimate of the amount of the loss or range of possible losses for the claim if a reasonable estimate can be made, unless the amount of such reasonably possible losses is not material to the Company’s financial position, estimate can be made, unless the amount of such reasonably possible losses is not material to the Company’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows. The ability to predict the ultimate outcome of such matters involves judgments, estimates results of operations or cash flows. The ability to predict the ultimate outcome of such matters involves judgments, estimates and inherent uncertainties. The actual outcome of such matters could differ materially from management’s estimates. See and inherent uncertainties. The actual outcome of such matters could differ materially from management’s estimates. See Note 17, Legal Proceedings, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s litigation. Note 17, Legal Proceedings, for additional disclosures related to the Company’s litigation. method based on the facts and circumstances. method based on the facts and circumstances. Advertising Expense Advertising Expense The Company records an allowance for doubtful accounts by analyzing specific customer accounts and assessing the risk The Company records an allowance for doubtful accounts by analyzing specific customer accounts and assessing the risk Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and amounted to $84 million, $93 million and $107 million in 2021, 2020 and Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and amounted to $84 million, $93 million and $107 million in 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. These expenses are included in Selling, general and administrative in the Consolidated Statements of 2019, respectively. These expenses are included in Selling, general and administrative in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operations. Research and Development Expense Research and Development Expense Research and development (“R&D”) expenditures are expensed as incurred. Research and development (“R&D”) expenditures are expensed as incurred. Income Taxes Income Taxes The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method, which provides that deferred tax assets and liabilities be recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities liabilities be recognized for temporary differences between the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss (“NOL”) and tax credit carryforwards. The Company records a valuation and expected benefits of utilizing net operating loss (“NOL”) and tax credit carryforwards. The Company records a valuation allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, the Company evaluates allowance when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Each quarter, the Company evaluates the need for a valuation allowance for its deferred tax assets and adjusts the valuation allowance so that the Company records the need for a valuation allowance for its deferred tax assets and adjusts the valuation allowance so that the Company records net deferred tax assets only to the extent that it has concluded it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be net deferred tax assets only to the extent that it has concluded it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will be realized. The Company accounts for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income realized. The Company accounts for interest and penalties related to income taxes as a component of the provision for income taxes. taxes. An immaterial amount of the Company’s revenue arrangements include contracts that contain more than one performance An immaterial amount of the Company’s revenue arrangements include contracts that contain more than one performance obligation, which are typically comprised of tangible products, software and support services for multiple distinct licenses. For obligation, which are typically comprised of tangible products, software and support services for multiple distinct licenses. For these contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company evaluates whether each deliverable is a distinct promise these contracts with multiple performance obligations, the Company evaluates whether each deliverable is a distinct promise and should be accounted for as a separate performance obligation. If a promised good or service is not distinct in accordance and should be accounted for as a separate performance obligation. If a promised good or service is not distinct in accordance with the revenue guidance, the Company combines that good or service with the other promised goods or services in the with the revenue guidance, the Company combines that good or service with the other promised goods or services in the arrangement until a distinct bundle of goods is identified. The Company allocates the transaction price to the performance arrangement until a distinct bundle of goods is identified. The Company allocates the transaction price to the performance obligations of each distinct product or service, or distinct bundle, based on their relative standalone selling prices. Where a obligations of each distinct product or service, or distinct bundle, based on their relative standalone selling prices. Where a separate standalone selling price is not available, the transaction price is based on the Company’s best estimate of the separate standalone selling price is not available, the transaction price is based on the Company’s best estimate of the standalone selling price. The Company uses one or a combination of more than one of the following methods to estimate the standalone selling price. The Company uses one or a combination of more than one of the following methods to estimate the standalone selling price: the adjusted market assessment approach, the expected cost plus a margin approach, or another suitable standalone selling price: the adjusted market assessment approach, the expected cost plus a margin approach, or another suitable of loss based on insolvency or other collection issues. In addition, the Company routinely analyzes the various receivable aging of loss based on insolvency or other collection issues. In addition, the Company routinely analyzes the various receivable aging categories to establish reserves based on a combination of past due receivables and expected future losses. If the financial categories to establish reserves based on a combination of past due receivables and expected future losses. If the financial condition of a significant customer deteriorates resulting in its inability to pay its accounts when due, or if the Company’s condition of a significant customer deteriorates resulting in its inability to pay its accounts when due, or if the Company’s overall loss trajectory changes significantly, an adjustment in the Company’s allowance for doubtful accounts would be overall loss trajectory changes significantly, an adjustment in the Company’s allowance for doubtful accounts would be required, which could materially affect operating results. required, which could materially affect operating results. 58 58 59 59 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION If the derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge and is determined to be highly effective, the change in fair value of the If the derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge and is determined to be highly effective, the change in fair value of the derivative is initially deferred in Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax. These amounts are subsequently recognized derivative is initially deferred in Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax. These amounts are subsequently recognized into earnings when the underlying cash flow being hedged is recognized into earnings. Recognized gains and losses on foreign into earnings when the underlying cash flow being hedged is recognized into earnings. Recognized gains and losses on foreign exchange contracts are reported in Cost of revenue and Operating expenses, and presented within cash flows from operating exchange contracts are reported in Cost of revenue and Operating expenses, and presented within cash flows from operating activities. The Company accounts for its interest rate swaps as designated cash flow hedges to mitigate variations in interest activities. The Company accounts for its interest rate swaps as designated cash flow hedges to mitigate variations in interest payments under a portion of its LIBOR-based term loans due to variations in the LIBOR index. The Company pays interest payments under a portion of its LIBOR-based term loans due to variations in the LIBOR index. The Company pays interest monthly at a fixed rate and receives interest monthly at the LIBOR rate on the notional amount of the contract with realized monthly at a fixed rate and receives interest monthly at the LIBOR rate on the notional amount of the contract with realized gains or losses recognized in Interest expense. Hedge effectiveness is measured by comparing the hedging instrument’s gains or losses recognized in Interest expense. Hedge effectiveness is measured by comparing the hedging instrument’s cumulative change in fair value from inception to maturity to the underlying exposure’s terminal value. The Company cumulative change in fair value from inception to maturity to the underlying exposure’s terminal value. The Company determined the ineffectiveness associated with its cash flow hedges to be immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements determined the ineffectiveness associated with its cash flow hedges to be immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements A change in the fair value of undesignated hedges is recognized in earnings in the period incurred and is reported in Other A change in the fair value of undesignated hedges is recognized in earnings in the period incurred and is reported in Other for all years presented. for all years presented. income, net. income, net. Pensions and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Pensions and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans The Company has defined benefit pension plans and other post-retirement plans covering certain employees in various The Company has defined benefit pension plans and other post-retirement plans covering certain employees in various countries. The benefits are based on the employees’ years of service and compensation. The plans are funded in conformity countries. The benefits are based on the employees’ years of service and compensation. The plans are funded in conformity with the funding requirements of applicable government authorities. The Company amortizes unrecognized actuarial gains and with the funding requirements of applicable government authorities. The Company amortizes unrecognized actuarial gains and losses and prior service costs on a straight-line basis over the remaining estimated average service life of the participants. The losses and prior service costs on a straight-line basis over the remaining estimated average service life of the participants. The measurement date for the plans is the Company’s fiscal year-end. The Company recognizes the funded status of its defined measurement date for the plans is the Company’s fiscal year-end. The Company recognizes the funded status of its defined benefit pension and post-retirement plans in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, with actuarial changes in the funded status benefit pension and post-retirement plans in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, with actuarial changes in the funded status recognized through accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the year in which such changes occur. recognized through accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the year in which such changes occur. The Company reports the service cost component in the same line item or items as other compensation costs arising from The Company reports the service cost component in the same line item or items as other compensation costs arising from services rendered by the pertinent employees during the period. In addition, the other components of net benefit cost are services rendered by the pertinent employees during the period. In addition, the other components of net benefit cost are presented in Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. presented in Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The Company recognizes liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position The Company recognizes liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position does not meet a more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets does not meet a more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely-than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater the more-likely-than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. The actual recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. The actual liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from the Company’s estimates, which liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from the Company’s estimates, which could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized tax benefits, and may materially affect the Company’s operating results. liabilities for unrealized tax benefits, and may materially affect the Company’s operating results. Income per Common Share Income per Common Share The Company computes basic income per common share using net income and the weighted average number of common The Company computes basic income per common share using net income and the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income per common share is computed using net income and the weighted shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income per common share is computed using net income and the weighted average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, restricted stock unit awards (“RSU”), restricted stock unit common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, restricted stock unit awards (“RSU”), restricted stock unit awards with performance conditions or market conditions (“PSU”), rights to purchase shares of common stock under the awards with performance conditions or market conditions (“PSU”), rights to purchase shares of common stock under the Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) and shares issuable in connection with convertible debt. Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) and shares issuable in connection with convertible debt. Stock-based Compensation Stock-based Compensation The Company accounts for all stock-based compensation at fair value. Stock-based compensation cost is measured at the The Company accounts for all stock-based compensation at fair value. Stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date based on the value of the award and is recognized as expense over the vesting period. The fair values of RSUs and grant date based on the value of the award and is recognized as expense over the vesting period. The fair values of RSUs and PSUs with a performance condition are determined based on the closing market price of the Company’s stock on the date of the PSUs with a performance condition are determined based on the closing market price of the Company’s stock on the date of the grant. The fair values of all ESPP purchase rights are estimated using the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model and grant. The fair values of all ESPP purchase rights are estimated using the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model and require the input of highly subjective assumptions. The fair values of PSUs with a market condition are estimated using a require the input of highly subjective assumptions. The fair values of PSUs with a market condition are estimated using a Monte Carlo simulation model. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined Monte Carlo simulation model. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined performance or market conditions. Once these conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is subject to continued service by the performance or market conditions. Once these conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is subject to continued service by the employee. At the end of each reporting period, the Company evaluates the probability that PSUs with a performance condition employee. At the end of each reporting period, the Company evaluates the probability that PSUs with a performance condition will be earned and records the related stock-based compensation expense over the service period. Compensation expense for will be earned and records the related stock-based compensation expense over the service period. Compensation expense for PSUs with market conditions is recognized ratably over the required service period regardless of expected or actual PSUs with market conditions is recognized ratably over the required service period regardless of expected or actual achievement. achievement. Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax refers to revenue, expenses, gains and losses that are recorded as an element Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax refers to revenue, expenses, gains and losses that are recorded as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The Company’s other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax is of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The Company’s other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax is primarily comprised of unrealized gains or losses on foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swap agreements designated as primarily comprised of unrealized gains or losses on foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swap agreements designated as cash flow hedges, foreign currency translation, and actuarial gains or losses related to pensions. cash flow hedges, foreign currency translation, and actuarial gains or losses related to pensions. Derivative Contracts Derivative Contracts The majority of the Company’s transactions are in U.S. dollars; however, some transactions are based in various foreign The majority of the Company’s transactions are in U.S. dollars; however, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. The Company purchases foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations currencies. The Company purchases foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedging transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedging transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on the Company’s results of operations. Substantially all of these contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. All foreign on the Company’s results of operations. Substantially all of these contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. All foreign exchange contracts are for risk management purposes only. The Company does not purchase foreign exchange contracts for exchange contracts are for risk management purposes only. The Company does not purchase foreign exchange contracts for speculative or trading purposes. The Company had foreign exchange contracts with commercial banks for British pound speculative or trading purposes. The Company had foreign exchange contracts with commercial banks for British pound sterling, European euro, Japanese yen, Malaysian ringgit, Philippine peso, Thai baht, Korean won and Israeli shekel, which had sterling, European euro, Japanese yen, Malaysian ringgit, Philippine peso, Thai baht, Korean won and Israeli shekel, which had an aggregate notional amount of $4.88 billion and $4.62 billion at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. an aggregate notional amount of $4.88 billion and $4.62 billion at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. 60 60 61 61 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) The Company recognizes liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position The Company recognizes liabilities for uncertain tax positions based on a two-step process. To the extent a tax position If the derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge and is determined to be highly effective, the change in fair value of the If the derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge and is determined to be highly effective, the change in fair value of the does not meet a more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets does not meet a more-likely-than-not level of certainty, no benefit is recognized in the financial statements. If a position meets the more-likely-than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater the more-likely-than-not level of certainty, it is recognized in the financial statements at the largest amount that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement. Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. The actual recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. The actual liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from the Company’s estimates, which liability for unrealized tax benefits in any such contingency may be materially different from the Company’s estimates, which could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded could result in the need to record additional liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits or potentially adjust previously-recorded liabilities for unrealized tax benefits, and may materially affect the Company’s operating results. liabilities for unrealized tax benefits, and may materially affect the Company’s operating results. derivative is initially deferred in Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax. These amounts are subsequently recognized derivative is initially deferred in Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax. These amounts are subsequently recognized into earnings when the underlying cash flow being hedged is recognized into earnings. Recognized gains and losses on foreign into earnings when the underlying cash flow being hedged is recognized into earnings. Recognized gains and losses on foreign exchange contracts are reported in Cost of revenue and Operating expenses, and presented within cash flows from operating exchange contracts are reported in Cost of revenue and Operating expenses, and presented within cash flows from operating activities. The Company accounts for its interest rate swaps as designated cash flow hedges to mitigate variations in interest activities. The Company accounts for its interest rate swaps as designated cash flow hedges to mitigate variations in interest payments under a portion of its LIBOR-based term loans due to variations in the LIBOR index. The Company pays interest payments under a portion of its LIBOR-based term loans due to variations in the LIBOR index. The Company pays interest monthly at a fixed rate and receives interest monthly at the LIBOR rate on the notional amount of the contract with realized monthly at a fixed rate and receives interest monthly at the LIBOR rate on the notional amount of the contract with realized gains or losses recognized in Interest expense. Hedge effectiveness is measured by comparing the hedging instrument’s gains or losses recognized in Interest expense. Hedge effectiveness is measured by comparing the hedging instrument’s cumulative change in fair value from inception to maturity to the underlying exposure’s terminal value. The Company cumulative change in fair value from inception to maturity to the underlying exposure’s terminal value. The Company determined the ineffectiveness associated with its cash flow hedges to be immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements determined the ineffectiveness associated with its cash flow hedges to be immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements for all years presented. for all years presented. The Company computes basic income per common share using net income and the weighted average number of common The Company computes basic income per common share using net income and the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income per common share is computed using net income and the weighted shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income per common share is computed using net income and the weighted A change in the fair value of undesignated hedges is recognized in earnings in the period incurred and is reported in Other A change in the fair value of undesignated hedges is recognized in earnings in the period incurred and is reported in Other average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive income, net. income, net. common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, restricted stock unit awards (“RSU”), restricted stock unit common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, restricted stock unit awards (“RSU”), restricted stock unit awards with performance conditions or market conditions (“PSU”), rights to purchase shares of common stock under the awards with performance conditions or market conditions (“PSU”), rights to purchase shares of common stock under the Pensions and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Pensions and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) and shares issuable in connection with convertible debt. Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) and shares issuable in connection with convertible debt. The Company has defined benefit pension plans and other post-retirement plans covering certain employees in various The Company has defined benefit pension plans and other post-retirement plans covering certain employees in various countries. The benefits are based on the employees’ years of service and compensation. The plans are funded in conformity countries. The benefits are based on the employees’ years of service and compensation. The plans are funded in conformity with the funding requirements of applicable government authorities. The Company amortizes unrecognized actuarial gains and with the funding requirements of applicable government authorities. The Company amortizes unrecognized actuarial gains and losses and prior service costs on a straight-line basis over the remaining estimated average service life of the participants. The losses and prior service costs on a straight-line basis over the remaining estimated average service life of the participants. The measurement date for the plans is the Company’s fiscal year-end. The Company recognizes the funded status of its defined measurement date for the plans is the Company’s fiscal year-end. The Company recognizes the funded status of its defined benefit pension and post-retirement plans in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, with actuarial changes in the funded status benefit pension and post-retirement plans in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, with actuarial changes in the funded status recognized through accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the year in which such changes occur. recognized through accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the year in which such changes occur. Income per Common Share Income per Common Share Stock-based Compensation Stock-based Compensation Monte Carlo simulation model. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined Monte Carlo simulation model. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined The Company reports the service cost component in the same line item or items as other compensation costs arising from The Company reports the service cost component in the same line item or items as other compensation costs arising from services rendered by the pertinent employees during the period. In addition, the other components of net benefit cost are services rendered by the pertinent employees during the period. In addition, the other components of net benefit cost are presented in Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. presented in Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The Company accounts for all stock-based compensation at fair value. Stock-based compensation cost is measured at the The Company accounts for all stock-based compensation at fair value. Stock-based compensation cost is measured at the grant date based on the value of the award and is recognized as expense over the vesting period. The fair values of RSUs and grant date based on the value of the award and is recognized as expense over the vesting period. The fair values of RSUs and PSUs with a performance condition are determined based on the closing market price of the Company’s stock on the date of the PSUs with a performance condition are determined based on the closing market price of the Company’s stock on the date of the grant. The fair values of all ESPP purchase rights are estimated using the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model and grant. The fair values of all ESPP purchase rights are estimated using the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model and require the input of highly subjective assumptions. The fair values of PSUs with a market condition are estimated using a require the input of highly subjective assumptions. The fair values of PSUs with a market condition are estimated using a performance or market conditions. Once these conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is subject to continued service by the performance or market conditions. Once these conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is subject to continued service by the employee. At the end of each reporting period, the Company evaluates the probability that PSUs with a performance condition employee. At the end of each reporting period, the Company evaluates the probability that PSUs with a performance condition will be earned and records the related stock-based compensation expense over the service period. Compensation expense for will be earned and records the related stock-based compensation expense over the service period. Compensation expense for PSUs with market conditions is recognized ratably over the required service period regardless of expected or actual PSUs with market conditions is recognized ratably over the required service period regardless of expected or actual achievement. achievement. Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax refers to revenue, expenses, gains and losses that are recorded as an element Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax refers to revenue, expenses, gains and losses that are recorded as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The Company’s other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax is of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The Company’s other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax is primarily comprised of unrealized gains or losses on foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swap agreements designated as primarily comprised of unrealized gains or losses on foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swap agreements designated as cash flow hedges, foreign currency translation, and actuarial gains or losses related to pensions. cash flow hedges, foreign currency translation, and actuarial gains or losses related to pensions. Derivative Contracts Derivative Contracts The majority of the Company’s transactions are in U.S. dollars; however, some transactions are based in various foreign The majority of the Company’s transactions are in U.S. dollars; however, some transactions are based in various foreign currencies. The Company purchases foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations currencies. The Company purchases foreign exchange contracts to hedge the impact of foreign currency exchange fluctuations on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign on certain underlying assets, liabilities and commitments for Operating expenses and product costs denominated in foreign currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedging transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations currencies. The purpose of entering into these hedging transactions is to minimize the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on the Company’s results of operations. Substantially all of these contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. All foreign on the Company’s results of operations. Substantially all of these contract maturity dates do not exceed 12 months. All foreign exchange contracts are for risk management purposes only. The Company does not purchase foreign exchange contracts for exchange contracts are for risk management purposes only. The Company does not purchase foreign exchange contracts for speculative or trading purposes. The Company had foreign exchange contracts with commercial banks for British pound speculative or trading purposes. The Company had foreign exchange contracts with commercial banks for British pound sterling, European euro, Japanese yen, Malaysian ringgit, Philippine peso, Thai baht, Korean won and Israeli shekel, which had sterling, European euro, Japanese yen, Malaysian ringgit, Philippine peso, Thai baht, Korean won and Israeli shekel, which had an aggregate notional amount of $4.88 billion and $4.62 billion at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. an aggregate notional amount of $4.88 billion and $4.62 billion at July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. 60 60 61 61 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Note 2. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Note 2. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, “Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, “Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments” (“ASU 2016-13”). ASU 2016-13 seeks to provide financial statement users with more Credit Losses on Financial Instruments” (“ASU 2016-13”). ASU 2016-13 seeks to provide financial statement users with more decision-useful information about the expected credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables, and other decision-useful information about the expected credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables, and other commitments to extend credit held by a reporting entity at each reporting date. The amendments require an entity to replace the commitments to extend credit held by a reporting entity at each reporting date. The amendments require an entity to replace the incurred loss impairment methodology in current U.S. GAAP with a methodology that reflects current expected credit losses incurred loss impairment methodology in current U.S. GAAP with a methodology that reflects current expected credit losses and requires consideration of a broader and requires consideration of a broader range of reasonable and supportable information to inform credit loss estimates. The amendments are effective for fiscal years range of reasonable and supportable information to inform credit loss estimates. The amendments are effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2019, which for the Company was the first quarter (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2019, which for the Company was the first quarter of fiscal 2021. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact of fiscal 2021. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. on its Consolidated Financial Statements. In November 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-18, “Collaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the In November 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-18, “Collaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the Interaction between Topic 808 and Topic 606” (“ASU 2018-18”). ASU 2018-18 clarifies that certain transactions between Interaction between Topic 808 and Topic 606” (“ASU 2018-18”). ASU 2018-18 clarifies that certain transactions between collaborative arrangement participants should be accounted for as revenue when the collaborative arrangement participant is a collaborative arrangement participants should be accounted for as revenue when the collaborative arrangement participant is a customer in the context of a unit of account and precludes recognizing as revenue consideration received from a collaborative customer in the context of a unit of account and precludes recognizing as revenue consideration received from a collaborative arrangement participant if the participant is not a customer. This ASU requires retrospective adoption to the date the Company arrangement participant if the participant is not a customer. This ASU requires retrospective adoption to the date the Company adopted ASC 606 by recognizing a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings of the earliest adopted ASC 606 by recognizing a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings of the earliest annual period presented. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no annual period presented. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes” (“ASU 2019-12”). ASU 2019-12 removes certain exceptions for recognizing deferred taxes for investments, Income Taxes” (“ASU 2019-12”). ASU 2019-12 removes certain exceptions for recognizing deferred taxes for investments, performing intraperiod allocation and calculating income taxes in interim periods. The ASU also adds guidance to reduce performing intraperiod allocation and calculating income taxes in interim periods. The ASU also adds guidance to reduce complexity in certain areas, including recognizing deferred taxes for tax goodwill and allocating taxes to members of a complexity in certain areas, including recognizing deferred taxes for tax goodwill and allocating taxes to members of a consolidated group. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after consolidated group. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2020, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2022. Early adoption is permitted. The Company does December 15, 2020, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2022. Early adoption is permitted. The Company does not expect this update to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. not expect this update to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. In August 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-06, “Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) In August 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-06, “Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity” (“ASU 2020-06”). ASU 2020-06 reduces the number of accounting models for and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity” (“ASU 2020-06”). ASU 2020-06 reduces the number of accounting models for convertible debt instruments and convertible preferred stock and results in fewer instruments with embedded conversion convertible debt instruments and convertible preferred stock and results in fewer instruments with embedded conversion features being separately recognized from the host contract as compared with current standards. Those instruments features being separately recognized from the host contract as compared with current standards. Those instruments that do not have a separately recognized embedded conversion feature will no longer recognize a debt issuance discount related that do not have a separately recognized embedded conversion feature will no longer recognize a debt issuance discount related to such a conversion feature and would recognize less interest expense on a periodic basis. Additionally, the ASU amends the to such a conversion feature and would recognize less interest expense on a periodic basis. Additionally, the ASU amends the calculation of the share dilution impact related to a conversion feature and eliminates the treasury method as an option. For calculation of the share dilution impact related to a conversion feature and eliminates the treasury method as an option. For instruments that do not have a component mandatorily settled in cash, the change will likely result in a higher amount of share instruments that do not have a component mandatorily settled in cash, the change will likely result in a higher amount of share dilution in the calculation of earnings per share. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal dilution in the calculation of earnings per share. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2021, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2023, with early adoption years) beginning after December 15, 2021, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2023, with early adoption permitted beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company is currently assessing the impact and timing of adoption of permitted beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company is currently assessing the impact and timing of adoption of this ASU. this ASU. Note 3. Revenues Note 3. Revenues The Company’s disaggregated revenue information is as follows: The Company’s disaggregated revenue information is as follows: Revenue by Product Revenue by Product HDD HDD Flash-based Flash-based Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by End Market Revenue by End Market Client Devices Client Devices Data Center Devices & Solutions Data Center Devices & Solutions Client Solutions Client Solutions Total Revenue Total Revenue 2021 2021 2019 2019 Year Ended Year Ended 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 8,216 $ 8,216 $ 8,967 $ 8,967 $ 8,706 8,706 7,769 7,769 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 8,746 8,746 7,823 7,823 16,569 16,569 8,255 $ 8,255 $ 7,160 $ 7,160 $ 4,950 4,950 3,717 3,717 6,228 6,228 3,348 3,348 8,095 8,095 5,038 5,038 3,436 3,436 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Contract assets represent the Company’s rights to consideration where performance obligations are completed but the Contract assets represent the Company’s rights to consideration where performance obligations are completed but the customer payments are not due until another performance obligation is satisfied. The Company did not have any contract assets customer payments are not due until another performance obligation is satisfied. The Company did not have any contract assets as of either July 2, 2021 or July 3, 2020. Contract liabilities relate to customers’ payments in advance of performance under the as of either July 2, 2021 or July 3, 2020. Contract liabilities relate to customers’ payments in advance of performance under the contract and primarily relate to remaining performance obligations under support and maintenance contracts. Contract liabilities contract and primarily relate to remaining performance obligations under support and maintenance contracts. Contract liabilities as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and changes in contract liabilities during fiscal years 2021 and 2020 were not material. as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and changes in contract liabilities during fiscal years 2021 and 2020 were not material. The Company incurs sales commissions and other direct incremental costs to obtain sales contracts. The Company has The Company incurs sales commissions and other direct incremental costs to obtain sales contracts. The Company has applied the practical expedient to recognize the direct incremental costs of obtaining contracts as an expense when incurred if applied the practical expedient to recognize the direct incremental costs of obtaining contracts as an expense when incurred if the amortization period is expected to be one year or less or the amount is not material, with these costs charged to Selling, the amortization period is expected to be one year or less or the amount is not material, with these costs charged to Selling, general and administrative expenses. Other direct incremental costs to obtain contracts that have an expected benefit of greater general and administrative expenses. Other direct incremental costs to obtain contracts that have an expected benefit of greater than one year are amortized over the period of expected cash flows from the related contracts, and the amortization expense is than one year are amortized over the period of expected cash flows from the related contracts, and the amortization expense is recorded as a reduction to revenue. Total capitalized contract costs and the related amortization as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, recorded as a reduction to revenue. Total capitalized contract costs and the related amortization as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and for the years then ended, were not material. 2020 and for the years then ended, were not material. The Company applies the practical expedients and does not disclose transaction price allocated to the remaining The Company applies the practical expedients and does not disclose transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations for (i) arrangements that have an original expected duration of one year or less, which mainly consist performance obligations for (i) arrangements that have an original expected duration of one year or less, which mainly consist of the support and maintenance contracts, and (ii) variable consideration amounts for sale-based or usage-based royalties for IP of the support and maintenance contracts, and (ii) variable consideration amounts for sale-based or usage-based royalties for IP license arrangements, which typically range longer than one year. Remaining performance obligations are mainly attributed to license arrangements, which typically range longer than one year. Remaining performance obligations are mainly attributed to right-to-access patent license arrangements and customer support and service contracts which will be recognized over the right-to-access patent license arrangements and customer support and service contracts which will be recognized over the remaining contract period. The transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations as of July 2, 2021 was $71 remaining contract period. The transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations as of July 2, 2021 was $71 million, which is mainly attributable to the functional IP license and service arrangements. The Company expects to recognize million, which is mainly attributable to the functional IP license and service arrangements. The Company expects to recognize this amount as revenue as follows: $40 million in fiscal 2022, $30 million in fiscal 2023, and $1 million in fiscal 2024 and this amount as revenue as follows: $40 million in fiscal 2022, $30 million in fiscal 2023, and $1 million in fiscal 2024 and thereafter. thereafter. 62 62 63 63 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Note 3. Revenues Note 3. Revenues The Company’s disaggregated revenue information is as follows: The Company’s disaggregated revenue information is as follows: Revenue by Product Revenue by Product HDD HDD Flash-based Flash-based Total Revenue Total Revenue Revenue by End Market Revenue by End Market Client Devices Client Devices Data Center Devices & Solutions Data Center Devices & Solutions Client Solutions Client Solutions Total Revenue Total Revenue 2021 2021 Year Ended Year Ended 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 8,216 $ 8,216 $ 8,967 $ 8,967 $ 8,706 8,706 7,769 7,769 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 8,746 8,746 7,823 7,823 16,569 16,569 8,255 $ 8,255 $ 7,160 $ 7,160 $ 4,950 4,950 3,717 3,717 6,228 6,228 3,348 3,348 8,095 8,095 5,038 5,038 3,436 3,436 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Contract assets represent the Company’s rights to consideration where performance obligations are completed but the Contract assets represent the Company’s rights to consideration where performance obligations are completed but the customer payments are not due until another performance obligation is satisfied. The Company did not have any contract assets customer payments are not due until another performance obligation is satisfied. The Company did not have any contract assets as of either July 2, 2021 or July 3, 2020. Contract liabilities relate to customers’ payments in advance of performance under the as of either July 2, 2021 or July 3, 2020. Contract liabilities relate to customers’ payments in advance of performance under the contract and primarily relate to remaining performance obligations under support and maintenance contracts. Contract liabilities contract and primarily relate to remaining performance obligations under support and maintenance contracts. Contract liabilities as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and changes in contract liabilities during fiscal years 2021 and 2020 were not material. as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and changes in contract liabilities during fiscal years 2021 and 2020 were not material. The Company incurs sales commissions and other direct incremental costs to obtain sales contracts. The Company has The Company incurs sales commissions and other direct incremental costs to obtain sales contracts. The Company has applied the practical expedient to recognize the direct incremental costs of obtaining contracts as an expense when incurred if applied the practical expedient to recognize the direct incremental costs of obtaining contracts as an expense when incurred if the amortization period is expected to be one year or less or the amount is not material, with these costs charged to Selling, the amortization period is expected to be one year or less or the amount is not material, with these costs charged to Selling, general and administrative expenses. Other direct incremental costs to obtain contracts that have an expected benefit of greater general and administrative expenses. Other direct incremental costs to obtain contracts that have an expected benefit of greater than one year are amortized over the period of expected cash flows from the related contracts, and the amortization expense is than one year are amortized over the period of expected cash flows from the related contracts, and the amortization expense is recorded as a reduction to revenue. Total capitalized contract costs and the related amortization as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, recorded as a reduction to revenue. Total capitalized contract costs and the related amortization as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020 and for the years then ended, were not material. 2020 and for the years then ended, were not material. The Company applies the practical expedients and does not disclose transaction price allocated to the remaining The Company applies the practical expedients and does not disclose transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations for (i) arrangements that have an original expected duration of one year or less, which mainly consist performance obligations for (i) arrangements that have an original expected duration of one year or less, which mainly consist of the support and maintenance contracts, and (ii) variable consideration amounts for sale-based or usage-based royalties for IP of the support and maintenance contracts, and (ii) variable consideration amounts for sale-based or usage-based royalties for IP license arrangements, which typically range longer than one year. Remaining performance obligations are mainly attributed to license arrangements, which typically range longer than one year. Remaining performance obligations are mainly attributed to right-to-access patent license arrangements and customer support and service contracts which will be recognized over the right-to-access patent license arrangements and customer support and service contracts which will be recognized over the remaining contract period. The transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations as of July 2, 2021 was $71 remaining contract period. The transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations as of July 2, 2021 was $71 million, which is mainly attributable to the functional IP license and service arrangements. The Company expects to recognize million, which is mainly attributable to the functional IP license and service arrangements. The Company expects to recognize this amount as revenue as follows: $40 million in fiscal 2022, $30 million in fiscal 2023, and $1 million in fiscal 2024 and this amount as revenue as follows: $40 million in fiscal 2022, $30 million in fiscal 2023, and $1 million in fiscal 2024 and thereafter. thereafter. Note 2. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Note 2. Recent Accounting Pronouncements Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, “Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, “Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments” (“ASU 2016-13”). ASU 2016-13 seeks to provide financial statement users with more Credit Losses on Financial Instruments” (“ASU 2016-13”). ASU 2016-13 seeks to provide financial statement users with more decision-useful information about the expected credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables, and other decision-useful information about the expected credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables, and other commitments to extend credit held by a reporting entity at each reporting date. The amendments require an entity to replace the commitments to extend credit held by a reporting entity at each reporting date. The amendments require an entity to replace the incurred loss impairment methodology in current U.S. GAAP with a methodology that reflects current expected credit losses incurred loss impairment methodology in current U.S. GAAP with a methodology that reflects current expected credit losses and requires consideration of a broader and requires consideration of a broader range of reasonable and supportable information to inform credit loss estimates. The amendments are effective for fiscal years range of reasonable and supportable information to inform credit loss estimates. The amendments are effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2019, which for the Company was the first quarter (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2019, which for the Company was the first quarter of fiscal 2021. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact of fiscal 2021. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. on its Consolidated Financial Statements. In November 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-18, “Collaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the In November 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-18, “Collaborative Arrangements (Topic 808): Clarifying the Interaction between Topic 808 and Topic 606” (“ASU 2018-18”). ASU 2018-18 clarifies that certain transactions between Interaction between Topic 808 and Topic 606” (“ASU 2018-18”). ASU 2018-18 clarifies that certain transactions between collaborative arrangement participants should be accounted for as revenue when the collaborative arrangement participant is a collaborative arrangement participants should be accounted for as revenue when the collaborative arrangement participant is a customer in the context of a unit of account and precludes recognizing as revenue consideration received from a collaborative customer in the context of a unit of account and precludes recognizing as revenue consideration received from a collaborative arrangement participant if the participant is not a customer. This ASU requires retrospective adoption to the date the Company arrangement participant if the participant is not a customer. This ASU requires retrospective adoption to the date the Company adopted ASC 606 by recognizing a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings of the earliest adopted ASC 606 by recognizing a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings of the earliest annual period presented. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no annual period presented. The Company adopted this standard effective July 4, 2020 (the beginning of fiscal 2021) with no material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes” (“ASU 2019-12”). ASU 2019-12 removes certain exceptions for recognizing deferred taxes for investments, Income Taxes” (“ASU 2019-12”). ASU 2019-12 removes certain exceptions for recognizing deferred taxes for investments, performing intraperiod allocation and calculating income taxes in interim periods. The ASU also adds guidance to reduce performing intraperiod allocation and calculating income taxes in interim periods. The ASU also adds guidance to reduce complexity in certain areas, including recognizing deferred taxes for tax goodwill and allocating taxes to members of a complexity in certain areas, including recognizing deferred taxes for tax goodwill and allocating taxes to members of a consolidated group. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after consolidated group. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2020, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2022. Early adoption is permitted. The Company does December 15, 2020, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2022. Early adoption is permitted. The Company does not expect this update to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. not expect this update to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. In August 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-06, “Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) In August 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-06, “Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity” (“ASU 2020-06”). ASU 2020-06 reduces the number of accounting models for and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity” (“ASU 2020-06”). ASU 2020-06 reduces the number of accounting models for convertible debt instruments and convertible preferred stock and results in fewer instruments with embedded conversion convertible debt instruments and convertible preferred stock and results in fewer instruments with embedded conversion features being separately recognized from the host contract as compared with current standards. Those instruments features being separately recognized from the host contract as compared with current standards. Those instruments that do not have a separately recognized embedded conversion feature will no longer recognize a debt issuance discount related that do not have a separately recognized embedded conversion feature will no longer recognize a debt issuance discount related to such a conversion feature and would recognize less interest expense on a periodic basis. Additionally, the ASU amends the to such a conversion feature and would recognize less interest expense on a periodic basis. Additionally, the ASU amends the calculation of the share dilution impact related to a conversion feature and eliminates the treasury method as an option. For calculation of the share dilution impact related to a conversion feature and eliminates the treasury method as an option. For instruments that do not have a component mandatorily settled in cash, the change will likely result in a higher amount of share instruments that do not have a component mandatorily settled in cash, the change will likely result in a higher amount of share dilution in the calculation of earnings per share. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal dilution in the calculation of earnings per share. This ASU is effective for fiscal years (and interim periods within those fiscal years) beginning after December 15, 2021, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2023, with early adoption years) beginning after December 15, 2021, which for the Company is the first quarter of fiscal 2023, with early adoption permitted beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company is currently assessing the impact and timing of adoption of permitted beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company is currently assessing the impact and timing of adoption of this ASU. this ASU. 62 62 63 63 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Note 4. Note 4. Supplemental Financial Statement Data Supplemental Financial Statement Data Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net From time to time, in connection with factoring agreements, the Company sells trade accounts receivable without recourse From time to time, in connection with factoring agreements, the Company sells trade accounts receivable without recourse to third party purchasers in exchange for cash. In 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company sold trade accounts receivable and to third party purchasers in exchange for cash. In 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company sold trade accounts receivable and received cash proceeds of $233 million, $411 million and $1.02 billion, respectively. The discounts on the trade accounts received cash proceeds of $233 million, $411 million and $1.02 billion, respectively. The discounts on the trade accounts receivable sold during the periods were not material and were recorded within Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements receivable sold during the periods were not material and were recorded within Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the amount of factored receivables that remained outstanding was $0 of Operations. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the amount of factored receivables that remained outstanding was $0 million and $113 million, respectively. million and $113 million, respectively. Inventories Inventories Inventories: Inventories: Raw materials and component parts Raw materials and component parts Work-in-process Work-in-process Finished goods Finished goods Total inventories Total inventories Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment: Property, plant and equipment: Land Land Buildings and improvements Buildings and improvements Machinery and equipment Machinery and equipment Computer equipment and software Computer equipment and software Furniture and fixtures Furniture and fixtures Construction-in-process Construction-in-process Property, plant and equipment, gross Property, plant and equipment, gross Accumulated depreciation Accumulated depreciation Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 1,623 $ 1,623 $ 1,088 1,088 905 905 3,616 $ 3,616 $ 1,306 1,306 956 956 808 808 3,070 3,070 July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 278 $ 278 $ 1,854 1,854 7,860 7,860 440 440 51 51 476 476 10,959 10,959 (7,771) (7,771) $ $ 3,188 $ 3,188 $ 294 294 1,837 1,837 7,391 7,391 429 429 52 52 297 297 10,300 10,300 (7,446) (7,446) 2,854 2,854 Depreciation expense of property, plant and equipment totaled $726 million, $797 million and $844 million in 2021, 2020 Depreciation expense of property, plant and equipment totaled $726 million, $797 million and $844 million in 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. and 2019, respectively. Goodwill Goodwill Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 Goodwill recorded in connection with acquisitions Goodwill recorded in connection with acquisitions Purchase price adjustments to goodwill Purchase price adjustments to goodwill Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 Acquisition Acquisition Carrying Carrying Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 10,076 10,076 14 14 (21) (21) (2) (2) 10,067 10,067 (1) (1) $ $ 10,066 10,066 On September 10, 2019, the Company acquired substantially all the assets of Kazan Networks, Inc., an innovator in high- On September 10, 2019, the Company acquired substantially all the assets of Kazan Networks, Inc., an innovator in high- performance networking and non-volatile memory express over fabrics technology, and an industry leader in application- performance networking and non-volatile memory express over fabrics technology, and an industry leader in application- specific integrated circuit and adapter solutions to connect storage platforms and systems over ethernet fabrics. The purchase specific integrated circuit and adapter solutions to connect storage platforms and systems over ethernet fabrics. The purchase price of this acquisition was $22 million in cash, with net assets acquired primarily consisting of IPR&D of $8 million and $14 price of this acquisition was $22 million in cash, with net assets acquired primarily consisting of IPR&D of $8 million and $14 million allocated to Goodwill. Goodwill is primarily attributable to the benefits the Company expects to derive from million allocated to Goodwill. Goodwill is primarily attributable to the benefits the Company expects to derive from diversifying product offerings in its Data Center Devices and Solutions and Client Solutions end markets as well as the acquired diversifying product offerings in its Data Center Devices and Solutions and Client Solutions end markets as well as the acquired workforce. The expenses incurred by the Company related to the acquisition as well as the revenues and earnings related to the workforce. The expenses incurred by the Company related to the acquisition as well as the revenues and earnings related to the acquisition were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. acquisition were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Dispositions Dispositions In September 2019, the Company announced its intention to exit storage systems, which consisted of IntelliFlash and In September 2019, the Company announced its intention to exit storage systems, which consisted of IntelliFlash and ActiveScale. These actions allow the Company to redirect investments to other high value priorities. In November 2019, the ActiveScale. These actions allow the Company to redirect investments to other high value priorities. In November 2019, the Company completed its sale of IntelliFlash for a price of $28 million, to be collected over the next three years. The sale of the Company completed its sale of IntelliFlash for a price of $28 million, to be collected over the next three years. The sale of the IntelliFlash business included an immaterial amount of inventory, other tangible and intangible assets, and goodwill; and IntelliFlash business included an immaterial amount of inventory, other tangible and intangible assets, and goodwill; and resulted in a gain of approximately $17 million recorded in Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges in the resulted in a gain of approximately $17 million recorded in Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for the year ended July 3, 2020. Additionally, in March 2020, the Company completed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the year ended July 3, 2020. Additionally, in March 2020, the Company completed the sale of ActiveScale. The net assets sold and the proceeds from the sale of ActiveScale were not material. The revenues and the sale of ActiveScale. The net assets sold and the proceeds from the sale of ActiveScale were not material. The revenues and expenses related to these businesses were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements and did not qualify to be expenses related to these businesses were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements and did not qualify to be reported as discontinued operations. The operating results of these businesses have been reflected in the Company’s results reported as discontinued operations. The operating results of these businesses have been reflected in the Company’s results from continuing operations in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for all periods presented through the date of from continuing operations in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for all periods presented through the date of disposition. disposition. 64 64 65 65 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Note 4. Note 4. Supplemental Financial Statement Data Supplemental Financial Statement Data Accounts receivable, net Accounts receivable, net From time to time, in connection with factoring agreements, the Company sells trade accounts receivable without recourse From time to time, in connection with factoring agreements, the Company sells trade accounts receivable without recourse to third party purchasers in exchange for cash. In 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company sold trade accounts receivable and to third party purchasers in exchange for cash. In 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company sold trade accounts receivable and received cash proceeds of $233 million, $411 million and $1.02 billion, respectively. The discounts on the trade accounts received cash proceeds of $233 million, $411 million and $1.02 billion, respectively. The discounts on the trade accounts receivable sold during the periods were not material and were recorded within Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements receivable sold during the periods were not material and were recorded within Other income, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the amount of factored receivables that remained outstanding was $0 of Operations. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the amount of factored receivables that remained outstanding was $0 Goodwill Goodwill Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 Goodwill recorded in connection with acquisitions Goodwill recorded in connection with acquisitions Purchase price adjustments to goodwill Purchase price adjustments to goodwill Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Foreign currency translation adjustment Foreign currency translation adjustment Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 Acquisition Acquisition Carrying Carrying Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 10,076 10,076 14 14 (21) (21) (2) (2) 10,067 10,067 (1) (1) $ $ 10,066 10,066 On September 10, 2019, the Company acquired substantially all the assets of Kazan Networks, Inc., an innovator in high- On September 10, 2019, the Company acquired substantially all the assets of Kazan Networks, Inc., an innovator in high- performance networking and non-volatile memory express over fabrics technology, and an industry leader in application- performance networking and non-volatile memory express over fabrics technology, and an industry leader in application- specific integrated circuit and adapter solutions to connect storage platforms and systems over ethernet fabrics. The purchase specific integrated circuit and adapter solutions to connect storage platforms and systems over ethernet fabrics. The purchase price of this acquisition was $22 million in cash, with net assets acquired primarily consisting of IPR&D of $8 million and $14 price of this acquisition was $22 million in cash, with net assets acquired primarily consisting of IPR&D of $8 million and $14 million allocated to Goodwill. Goodwill is primarily attributable to the benefits the Company expects to derive from million allocated to Goodwill. Goodwill is primarily attributable to the benefits the Company expects to derive from diversifying product offerings in its Data Center Devices and Solutions and Client Solutions end markets as well as the acquired diversifying product offerings in its Data Center Devices and Solutions and Client Solutions end markets as well as the acquired workforce. The expenses incurred by the Company related to the acquisition as well as the revenues and earnings related to the workforce. The expenses incurred by the Company related to the acquisition as well as the revenues and earnings related to the acquisition were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. acquisition were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Dispositions Dispositions In September 2019, the Company announced its intention to exit storage systems, which consisted of IntelliFlash and In September 2019, the Company announced its intention to exit storage systems, which consisted of IntelliFlash and ActiveScale. These actions allow the Company to redirect investments to other high value priorities. In November 2019, the ActiveScale. These actions allow the Company to redirect investments to other high value priorities. In November 2019, the Company completed its sale of IntelliFlash for a price of $28 million, to be collected over the next three years. The sale of the Company completed its sale of IntelliFlash for a price of $28 million, to be collected over the next three years. The sale of the IntelliFlash business included an immaterial amount of inventory, other tangible and intangible assets, and goodwill; and IntelliFlash business included an immaterial amount of inventory, other tangible and intangible assets, and goodwill; and resulted in a gain of approximately $17 million recorded in Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges in the resulted in a gain of approximately $17 million recorded in Employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for the year ended July 3, 2020. Additionally, in March 2020, the Company completed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the year ended July 3, 2020. Additionally, in March 2020, the Company completed the sale of ActiveScale. The net assets sold and the proceeds from the sale of ActiveScale were not material. The revenues and the sale of ActiveScale. The net assets sold and the proceeds from the sale of ActiveScale were not material. The revenues and expenses related to these businesses were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements and did not qualify to be expenses related to these businesses were not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements and did not qualify to be reported as discontinued operations. The operating results of these businesses have been reflected in the Company’s results reported as discontinued operations. The operating results of these businesses have been reflected in the Company’s results from continuing operations in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for all periods presented through the date of from continuing operations in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for all periods presented through the date of disposition. disposition. July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 1,623 $ 1,623 $ 1,088 1,088 905 905 3,616 $ 3,616 $ 1,306 1,306 956 956 808 808 3,070 3,070 July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 278 $ 278 $ 1,854 1,854 7,860 7,860 440 440 51 51 476 476 10,959 10,959 (7,771) (7,771) $ $ 3,188 $ 3,188 $ 294 294 1,837 1,837 7,391 7,391 429 429 52 52 297 297 10,300 10,300 (7,446) (7,446) 2,854 2,854 million and $113 million, respectively. million and $113 million, respectively. Inventories Inventories Inventories: Inventories: Raw materials and component parts Raw materials and component parts Work-in-process Work-in-process Finished goods Finished goods Total inventories Total inventories Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment: Property, plant and equipment: Land Land Buildings and improvements Buildings and improvements Machinery and equipment Machinery and equipment Computer equipment and software Computer equipment and software Furniture and fixtures Furniture and fixtures Construction-in-process Construction-in-process Property, plant and equipment, gross Property, plant and equipment, gross Accumulated depreciation Accumulated depreciation Property, plant and equipment, net Property, plant and equipment, net and 2019, respectively. and 2019, respectively. Depreciation expense of property, plant and equipment totaled $726 million, $797 million and $844 million in 2021, 2020 Depreciation expense of property, plant and equipment totaled $726 million, $797 million and $844 million in 2021, 2020 64 64 65 65 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Intangible assets Intangible assets The following table presents estimated future amortization expense for intangible assets currently subject to amortization as The following table presents estimated future amortization expense for intangible assets currently subject to amortization as The following tables present intangible assets as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: The following tables present intangible assets as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Finite: Finite: Existing technology Existing technology Trade names and trademarks Trade names and trademarks Customer relationships Customer relationships Leasehold interests Leasehold interests Total finite intangible assets Total finite intangible assets In-process research and development In-process research and development Total intangible assets Total intangible assets Finite: Finite: Existing technology Existing technology Trade names and trademarks Trade names and trademarks Customer relationships Customer relationships Leasehold interests Leasehold interests Total finite intangible assets Total finite intangible assets In-process research and development In-process research and development Total intangible assets Total intangible assets Weighted Weighted Average Average Amortization Amortization Period Period (in years) (in years) 3 3 7 7 6 6 31 31 July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Amount Amount Accumulated Accumulated Amortization Amortization Net Carrying Net Carrying Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 4,231 $ 4,231 $ (4,165) $ (4,165) $ 647 647 618 618 12 12 5,508 5,508 80 80 (486) (486) (491) (491) (4) (4) (5,146) (5,146) — — $ $ 5,588 $ 5,588 $ (5,146) $ (5,146) $ 66 66 161 161 127 127 8 8 362 362 80 80 442 442 July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 Weighted Weighted Average Average Amortization Amortization Period Period (in years) (in years) Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Amount Amount Accumulated Accumulated Amortization Amortization Net Carrying Net Carrying Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) 3 $ 3 $ 4,248 $ 4,248 $ (3,852) $ (3,852) $ 7 7 6 6 31 31 648 648 616 616 29 29 5,541 5,541 80 80 (398) (398) (423) (423) (7) (7) (4,680) (4,680) — — $ $ 5,621 $ 5,621 $ (4,680) $ (4,680) $ 396 396 250 250 193 193 22 22 861 861 80 80 941 941 As part of prior acquisitions, the Company recorded at the time of the acquisition acquired IPR&D for projects in progress As part of prior acquisitions, the Company recorded at the time of the acquisition acquired IPR&D for projects in progress that had not yet reached technological feasibility. IPR&D is initially accounted for as an indefinite-lived intangible asset. Once that had not yet reached technological feasibility. IPR&D is initially accounted for as an indefinite-lived intangible asset. Once a project reaches technological feasibility, the Company reclassifies the balance to existing technology and begins to amortize a project reaches technological feasibility, the Company reclassifies the balance to existing technology and begins to amortize the intangible asset over its estimated useful life. the intangible asset over its estimated useful life. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company did not record any impairment charges related to intangible assets. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company did not record any impairment charges related to intangible assets. Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are expected to be received. Intangible asset amortization was as follows: expected to be received. Intangible asset amortization was as follows: Intangible asset amortization Intangible asset amortization 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ 486 $ 486 $ 769 $ 769 $ 968 968 66 66 67 67 of July 2, 2021: of July 2, 2021: Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 and thereafter 2024 and thereafter Total future amortization expense Total future amortization expense Product warranty liability Product warranty liability Changes in the warranty accrual were as follows: Changes in the warranty accrual were as follows: Warranty accrual, beginning of period Warranty accrual, beginning of period Charges to operations Charges to operations Utilization Utilization Changes in estimate related to pre-existing warranties Changes in estimate related to pre-existing warranties Warranty accrual, end of period Warranty accrual, end of period Warranty accrual Warranty accrual Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Long-term portion (included in Other liabilities) Long-term portion (included in Other liabilities) Total warranty accrual Total warranty accrual Other liabilities Other liabilities Other liabilities: Other liabilities: Non-current net tax payable Non-current net tax payable Other non-current liabilities Other non-current liabilities Total other liabilities Total other liabilities Payables related to unrecognized tax benefits Payables related to unrecognized tax benefits Future Future Intangible Asset Intangible Asset Amortization Amortization Expenses Expenses (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 221 221 134 134 7 7 362 362 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 408 $ 408 $ 350 $ 350 $ 137 137 (106) (106) (76) (76) 203 203 (151) (151) 6 6 363 $ 363 $ 408 $ 408 $ $ $ $ $ 318 318 162 162 (142) (142) 12 12 350 350 205 205 203 203 408 408 815 815 720 720 881 881 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 175 $ 175 $ 188 188 363 $ 363 $ 684 $ 684 $ 750 750 633 633 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 2,067 $ 2,067 $ 2,416 2,416 The current portion of the warranty accrual is classified in Accrued expenses and the long-term portion is classified in The current portion of the warranty accrual is classified in Accrued expenses and the long-term portion is classified in Other liabilities as noted below: Other liabilities as noted below: NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Intangible assets Intangible assets The following table presents estimated future amortization expense for intangible assets currently subject to amortization as The following table presents estimated future amortization expense for intangible assets currently subject to amortization as of July 2, 2021: of July 2, 2021: Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 and thereafter 2024 and thereafter Total future amortization expense Total future amortization expense Product warranty liability Product warranty liability Changes in the warranty accrual were as follows: Changes in the warranty accrual were as follows: Future Future Intangible Asset Intangible Asset Amortization Amortization Expenses Expenses (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 221 221 134 134 7 7 362 362 The following tables present intangible assets as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: The following tables present intangible assets as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Finite: Finite: Existing technology Existing technology Trade names and trademarks Trade names and trademarks Customer relationships Customer relationships Leasehold interests Leasehold interests Total finite intangible assets Total finite intangible assets In-process research and development In-process research and development Total intangible assets Total intangible assets Finite: Finite: Existing technology Existing technology Trade names and trademarks Trade names and trademarks Customer relationships Customer relationships Leasehold interests Leasehold interests Total finite intangible assets Total finite intangible assets In-process research and development In-process research and development Total intangible assets Total intangible assets July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 Weighted Weighted Average Average Period Period (in years) (in years) Amortization Amortization Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Amount Amount Accumulated Accumulated Amortization Amortization (in millions) (in millions) Net Carrying Net Carrying Amount Amount 3 3 7 7 6 6 31 31 $ $ 4,231 $ 4,231 $ (4,165) $ (4,165) $ 647 647 618 618 12 12 5,508 5,508 80 80 (486) (486) (491) (491) (4) (4) (5,146) (5,146) — — $ $ 5,588 $ 5,588 $ (5,146) $ (5,146) $ 3 $ 3 $ 4,248 $ 4,248 $ (3,852) $ (3,852) $ 7 7 6 6 31 31 648 648 616 616 29 29 5,541 5,541 80 80 (398) (398) (423) (423) (7) (7) (4,680) (4,680) — — $ $ 5,621 $ 5,621 $ (4,680) $ (4,680) $ 66 66 161 161 127 127 8 8 362 362 80 80 442 442 396 396 250 250 193 193 22 22 861 861 80 80 941 941 July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 Weighted Weighted Average Average Period Period (in years) (in years) Amortization Amortization Gross Carrying Gross Carrying Amount Amount Accumulated Accumulated Amortization Amortization Net Carrying Net Carrying Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) Warranty accrual, beginning of period Warranty accrual, beginning of period Charges to operations Charges to operations Utilization Utilization Changes in estimate related to pre-existing warranties Changes in estimate related to pre-existing warranties Warranty accrual, end of period Warranty accrual, end of period 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 408 $ 408 $ 350 $ 350 $ 137 137 (106) (106) (76) (76) 203 203 (151) (151) 6 6 363 $ 363 $ 408 $ 408 $ $ $ $ $ The current portion of the warranty accrual is classified in Accrued expenses and the long-term portion is classified in The current portion of the warranty accrual is classified in Accrued expenses and the long-term portion is classified in Other liabilities as noted below: Other liabilities as noted below: As part of prior acquisitions, the Company recorded at the time of the acquisition acquired IPR&D for projects in progress As part of prior acquisitions, the Company recorded at the time of the acquisition acquired IPR&D for projects in progress that had not yet reached technological feasibility. IPR&D is initially accounted for as an indefinite-lived intangible asset. Once that had not yet reached technological feasibility. IPR&D is initially accounted for as an indefinite-lived intangible asset. Once a project reaches technological feasibility, the Company reclassifies the balance to existing technology and begins to amortize a project reaches technological feasibility, the Company reclassifies the balance to existing technology and begins to amortize the intangible asset over its estimated useful life. the intangible asset over its estimated useful life. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company did not record any impairment charges related to intangible assets. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company did not record any impairment charges related to intangible assets. Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are Intangible assets are amortized over the estimated useful lives based on the pattern in which the economic benefits are expected to be received. Intangible asset amortization was as follows: expected to be received. Intangible asset amortization was as follows: Intangible asset amortization Intangible asset amortization 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 486 $ 486 $ 769 $ 769 $ 968 968 Warranty accrual Warranty accrual Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Long-term portion (included in Other liabilities) Long-term portion (included in Other liabilities) Total warranty accrual Total warranty accrual Other liabilities Other liabilities Other liabilities: Other liabilities: Non-current net tax payable Non-current net tax payable Payables related to unrecognized tax benefits Payables related to unrecognized tax benefits Other non-current liabilities Other non-current liabilities Total other liabilities Total other liabilities $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 66 66 67 67 318 318 162 162 (142) (142) 12 12 350 350 205 205 203 203 408 408 815 815 720 720 881 881 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 175 $ 175 $ 188 188 363 $ 363 $ 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 684 $ 684 $ 750 750 633 633 2,067 $ 2,067 $ 2,416 2,416 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) Note 5. Note 5. Fair Value Measurements and Investments Fair Value Measurements and Investments Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”), net of tax refers to expenses, gains and losses that are recorded Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”), net of tax refers to expenses, gains and losses that are recorded Financial Instruments Carried at Fair Value Financial Instruments Carried at Fair Value as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The following table illustrates the changes in the as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The following table illustrates the changes in the balances of each component of AOCI: balances of each component of AOCI: Actuarial Actuarial Pension Gains Pension Gains (Losses) (Losses) Foreign Foreign Currency Currency Translation Translation Adjustment Adjustment Unrealized Gains Unrealized Gains (Losses) on (Losses) on Derivative Derivative Contracts Contracts Total Total Accumulated Accumulated Comprehensive Comprehensive Income (Loss) Income (Loss) Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 $ $ (53) $ (53) $ Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss loss Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other comprehensive loss comprehensive loss Net current-period other comprehensive loss Net current-period other comprehensive loss Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) income (loss) Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other comprehensive income (loss) comprehensive income (loss) Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss) Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss) (1) (1) — — (4) (4) (5) (5) (58) (58) 27 27 — — (4) (4) 23 23 (in millions) (in millions) 4 $ 4 $ (7) (7) — — 1 1 (6) (6) (2) (2) (36) (36) — — — — (36) (36) (19) $ (19) $ (87) (87) (6) (6) 15 15 (78) (78) (97) (97) 42 42 (75) (75) 6 6 (27) (27) Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 $ $ (35) $ (35) $ (38) $ (38) $ (124) $ (124) $ (68) (68) (95) (95) (6) (6) 12 12 (89) (89) (157) (157) 33 33 (75) (75) 2 2 (40) (40) (197) (197) During 2021, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI included losses of $50 million on interest rate swap contracts that were During 2021, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI included losses of $50 million on interest rate swap contracts that were charged to Interest expense and losses of $25 million related to foreign exchange contracts that were substantially all charged to charged to Interest expense and losses of $25 million related to foreign exchange contracts that were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. During 2020, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI primarily Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. During 2020, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI primarily related to foreign exchange contracts and were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of related to foreign exchange contracts and were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operations. Money Market Funds. The Company’s money market funds are funds that invest in U.S. Treasury and U.S. Government Money Market Funds. The Company’s money market funds are funds that invest in U.S. Treasury and U.S. Government agency securities. Money market funds are valued based on quoted market prices. agency securities. Money market funds are valued based on quoted market prices. 68 68 Financial assets and liabilities that are remeasured and reported at fair value at each reporting period are classified and Financial assets and liabilities that are remeasured and reported at fair value at each reporting period are classified and disclosed in one of the following three levels: disclosed in one of the following three levels: Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 2. Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets Level 2. Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. Level 3. Inputs that are unobservable for the asset or liability and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or Level 3. Inputs that are unobservable for the asset or liability and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or The following tables present information about the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value The following tables present information about the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and indicate the fair value hierarchy of the valuation techniques utilized on a recurring basis as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and indicate the fair value hierarchy of the valuation techniques utilized Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total liabilities. liabilities. to determine such values: to determine such values: Assets: Assets: Cash equivalents - Money market funds Cash equivalents - Money market funds Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Total assets at fair value Total assets at fair value Liabilities: Liabilities: Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Interest rate swap contract Interest rate swap contract Total liabilities at fair value Total liabilities at fair value Assets: Assets: Cash equivalents - Money market funds Cash equivalents - Money market funds Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Total assets at fair value Total assets at fair value Liabilities: Liabilities: Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Interest rate swap contract Interest rate swap contract Total liabilities at fair value Total liabilities at fair value July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 14 14 14 $ 14 $ 65 $ 65 $ 80 80 145 $ 145 $ July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 28 28 28 $ 28 $ 9 $ 9 $ 133 133 142 $ 142 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ 1,283 1,283 14 14 1,297 1,297 65 65 80 80 145 145 1,079 1,079 28 28 1,107 1,107 9 9 133 133 142 142 Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total 1,283 $ 1,283 $ — — 1,283 $ 1,283 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ 1,079 $ 1,079 $ — — 1,079 $ 1,079 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 69 69 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) Note 5. Note 5. Fair Value Measurements and Investments Fair Value Measurements and Investments Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”), net of tax refers to expenses, gains and losses that are recorded Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”), net of tax refers to expenses, gains and losses that are recorded Financial Instruments Carried at Fair Value Financial Instruments Carried at Fair Value as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The following table illustrates the changes in the as an element of shareholders’ equity but are excluded from net income. The following table illustrates the changes in the balances of each component of AOCI: balances of each component of AOCI: Actuarial Actuarial Pension Gains Pension Gains (Losses) (Losses) Foreign Foreign Currency Currency Translation Translation Adjustment Adjustment Unrealized Gains Unrealized Gains Total Total (Losses) on (Losses) on Derivative Derivative Contracts Contracts Accumulated Accumulated Comprehensive Comprehensive Income (Loss) Income (Loss) Balance at June 28, 2019 Balance at June 28, 2019 $ $ (53) $ (53) $ Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss loss Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other comprehensive loss comprehensive loss Net current-period other comprehensive loss Net current-period other comprehensive loss Balance at July 3, 2020 Balance at July 3, 2020 Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) income (loss) Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other Income tax benefit (expense) related to items of other comprehensive income (loss) comprehensive income (loss) Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss) Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss) (1) (1) — — (4) (4) (5) (5) (58) (58) 27 27 — — (4) (4) 23 23 (in millions) (in millions) 4 $ 4 $ (7) (7) — — 1 1 (6) (6) (2) (2) (36) (36) — — — — (36) (36) (19) $ (19) $ (87) (87) (6) (6) 15 15 (78) (78) (97) (97) 42 42 (75) (75) 6 6 (27) (27) (68) (68) (95) (95) (6) (6) 12 12 (89) (89) (157) (157) 33 33 (75) (75) 2 2 (40) (40) (197) (197) Balance at July 2, 2021 Balance at July 2, 2021 $ $ (35) $ (35) $ (38) $ (38) $ (124) $ (124) $ During 2021, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI included losses of $50 million on interest rate swap contracts that were During 2021, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI included losses of $50 million on interest rate swap contracts that were charged to Interest expense and losses of $25 million related to foreign exchange contracts that were substantially all charged to charged to Interest expense and losses of $25 million related to foreign exchange contracts that were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. During 2020, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI primarily Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. During 2020, the amounts reclassified out of AOCI primarily related to foreign exchange contracts and were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of related to foreign exchange contracts and were substantially all charged to Cost of revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operations. Financial assets and liabilities that are remeasured and reported at fair value at each reporting period are classified and Financial assets and liabilities that are remeasured and reported at fair value at each reporting period are classified and disclosed in one of the following three levels: disclosed in one of the following three levels: Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Level 2. Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets Level 2. Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. Level 3. Inputs that are unobservable for the asset or liability and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or Level 3. Inputs that are unobservable for the asset or liability and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. liabilities. The following tables present information about the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value The following tables present information about the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and indicate the fair value hierarchy of the valuation techniques utilized on a recurring basis as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, and indicate the fair value hierarchy of the valuation techniques utilized to determine such values: to determine such values: Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 Assets: Assets: Cash equivalents - Money market funds Cash equivalents - Money market funds Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Total assets at fair value Total assets at fair value Liabilities: Liabilities: Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Interest rate swap contract Interest rate swap contract Total liabilities at fair value Total liabilities at fair value Assets: Assets: Cash equivalents - Money market funds Cash equivalents - Money market funds Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Total assets at fair value Total assets at fair value Liabilities: Liabilities: Foreign exchange contracts Foreign exchange contracts Interest rate swap contract Interest rate swap contract Total liabilities at fair value Total liabilities at fair value 1,283 $ 1,283 $ — — 1,283 $ 1,283 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 14 14 14 $ 14 $ 65 $ 65 $ 80 80 145 $ 145 $ July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ 1,283 1,283 14 14 1,297 1,297 65 65 80 80 145 145 Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 28 28 28 $ 28 $ 9 $ 9 $ 133 133 142 $ 142 $ 1,079 $ 1,079 $ — — 1,079 $ 1,079 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ 1,079 1,079 28 28 1,107 1,107 9 9 133 133 142 142 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Money Market Funds. The Company’s money market funds are funds that invest in U.S. Treasury and U.S. Government Money Market Funds. The Company’s money market funds are funds that invest in U.S. Treasury and U.S. Government agency securities. Money market funds are valued based on quoted market prices. agency securities. Money market funds are valued based on quoted market prices. 68 68 69 69 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Foreign Exchange Contracts. The Company’s foreign exchange contracts are short-term contracts to hedge the Company’s Foreign Exchange Contracts. The Company’s foreign exchange contracts are short-term contracts to hedge the Company’s Note 6. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Note 6. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities foreign currency risk. Foreign exchange contracts are valued using an income approach that is based on a present value of foreign currency risk. Foreign exchange contracts are valued using an income approach that is based on a present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include forward rates and credit default swap rates. future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include forward rates and credit default swap rates. For more information on the Company’s foreign exchange contracts, see Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging For more information on the Company’s foreign exchange contracts, see Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities. Derivative assets and liabilities are reflected in the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet under Other current Activities. Derivative assets and liabilities are reflected in the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet under Other current assets and Accrued expenses, respectively. assets and Accrued expenses, respectively. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts that were designated as either cash As of July 2, 2021, the Company had outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts that were designated as either cash flow hedges or non-designated hedges. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates of these foreign exchange forward flow hedges or non-designated hedges. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates of these foreign exchange forward contracts do not exceed 12 months. In addition, the Company had outstanding pay-fixed interest rate swaps that were contracts do not exceed 12 months. In addition, the Company had outstanding pay-fixed interest rate swaps that were designated as cash flow hedges of variable rate interest payments on a portion of its term loans through February 2023. designated as cash flow hedges of variable rate interest payments on a portion of its term loans through February 2023. Interest Rate Swaps. The Company’s interest rate swaps are long-term contracts to hedge the Company’s variable rate debt Interest Rate Swaps. The Company’s interest rate swaps are long-term contracts to hedge the Company’s variable rate debt As of July 2, 2021, the amount of existing net losses related to cash flow hedges recorded in AOCI included $30 million As of July 2, 2021, the amount of existing net losses related to cash flow hedges recorded in AOCI included $30 million risk. Interest rate swaps are valued based on estimated present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable risk. Interest rate swaps are valued based on estimated present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include interest rate curves and credit valuation adjustments based on published credit default swap curves. inputs for the model include interest rate curves and credit valuation adjustments based on published credit default swap curves. related to the Company’s interest rate swaps that is expected to be reclassified to earnings after twelve months. In addition, as of related to the Company’s interest rate swaps that is expected to be reclassified to earnings after twelve months. In addition, as of July 2, 2021, the Company did not have any foreign exchange forward contracts with credit-risk-related contingent features. July 2, 2021, the Company did not have any foreign exchange forward contracts with credit-risk-related contingent features. During 2021 and 2020, the Company had no transfers of financial assets and liabilities between levels and there were no During 2021 and 2020, the Company had no transfers of financial assets and liabilities between levels and there were no Changes in fair values of the non-designated foreign exchange contracts are recognized in Other income, net and are Changes in fair values of the non-designated foreign exchange contracts are recognized in Other income, net and are changes in valuation techniques and the inputs used in the fair value measurement. changes in valuation techniques and the inputs used in the fair value measurement. Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value largely offset by corresponding changes in the fair values of the foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities. largely offset by corresponding changes in the fair values of the foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and losses were not material to the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. losses were not material to the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. For financial instruments where the carrying value (which includes principal adjusted for any unamortized issuance costs, For financial instruments where the carrying value (which includes principal adjusted for any unamortized issuance costs, and discounts or premiums) differs from fair value (which is based on quoted market prices), the following table represents the and discounts or premiums) differs from fair value (which is based on quoted market prices), the following table represents the related carrying value and fair value for each of the Company’s outstanding financial instruments. Each of the financial related carrying value and fair value for each of the Company’s outstanding financial instruments. Each of the financial instruments presented below was categorized as Level 2 for all periods presented, based on the frequency of trading instruments presented below was categorized as Level 2 for all periods presented, based on the frequency of trading immediately prior to the end of the fourth quarter of 2021 and the fourth quarter of 2020, respectively. immediately prior to the end of the fourth quarter of 2021 and the fourth quarter of 2020, respectively. Netting Arrangements Netting Arrangements July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 Carrying Carrying Value Value Fair Fair Value Value Carrying Carrying Value Value Fair Fair Value Value Under certain provisions and conditions within agreements with counterparties to the Company’s foreign exchange forward Under certain provisions and conditions within agreements with counterparties to the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts, subject to applicable requirements, the Company has the right of offset associated with the Company’s foreign contracts, subject to applicable requirements, the Company has the right of offset associated with the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts and is allowed to net settle transactions of the same currency with a single net amount payable by exchange forward contracts and is allowed to net settle transactions of the same currency with a single net amount payable by one party to the other. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the effect of rights of offset was not material and the Company did one party to the other. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the effect of rights of offset was not material and the Company did not offset or net the fair value amounts of derivative instruments in its Consolidated Balance Sheets. not offset or net the fair value amounts of derivative instruments in its Consolidated Balance Sheets. 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 $ $ — $ — $ Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 Total Total (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 4,346 4,346 1,094 1,094 1,173 1,173 2,556 2,556 34 $ 34 $ 4,576 4,576 1,692 1,692 987 987 2,286 2,286 4,327 4,327 1,093 1,093 1,017 1,017 2,288 2,288 $ $ 8,725 $ 8,725 $ 9,169 $ 9,169 $ 9,575 $ 9,575 $ 30 30 4,474 4,474 1,656 1,656 1,036 1,036 2,428 2,428 9,624 9,624 70 70 71 71 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Foreign Exchange Contracts. The Company’s foreign exchange contracts are short-term contracts to hedge the Company’s Foreign Exchange Contracts. The Company’s foreign exchange contracts are short-term contracts to hedge the Company’s Note 6. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Note 6. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities foreign currency risk. Foreign exchange contracts are valued using an income approach that is based on a present value of foreign currency risk. Foreign exchange contracts are valued using an income approach that is based on a present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include forward rates and credit default swap rates. future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include forward rates and credit default swap rates. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts that were designated as either cash As of July 2, 2021, the Company had outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts that were designated as either cash For more information on the Company’s foreign exchange contracts, see Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging For more information on the Company’s foreign exchange contracts, see Note 6, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities. Derivative assets and liabilities are reflected in the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet under Other current Activities. Derivative assets and liabilities are reflected in the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheet under Other current assets and Accrued expenses, respectively. assets and Accrued expenses, respectively. flow hedges or non-designated hedges. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates of these foreign exchange forward flow hedges or non-designated hedges. Substantially all of the contract maturity dates of these foreign exchange forward contracts do not exceed 12 months. In addition, the Company had outstanding pay-fixed interest rate swaps that were contracts do not exceed 12 months. In addition, the Company had outstanding pay-fixed interest rate swaps that were designated as cash flow hedges of variable rate interest payments on a portion of its term loans through February 2023. designated as cash flow hedges of variable rate interest payments on a portion of its term loans through February 2023. Interest Rate Swaps. The Company’s interest rate swaps are long-term contracts to hedge the Company’s variable rate debt Interest Rate Swaps. The Company’s interest rate swaps are long-term contracts to hedge the Company’s variable rate debt risk. Interest rate swaps are valued based on estimated present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable risk. Interest rate swaps are valued based on estimated present value of future cash flows model. The market-based observable inputs for the model include interest rate curves and credit valuation adjustments based on published credit default swap curves. inputs for the model include interest rate curves and credit valuation adjustments based on published credit default swap curves. As of July 2, 2021, the amount of existing net losses related to cash flow hedges recorded in AOCI included $30 million As of July 2, 2021, the amount of existing net losses related to cash flow hedges recorded in AOCI included $30 million related to the Company’s interest rate swaps that is expected to be reclassified to earnings after twelve months. In addition, as of related to the Company’s interest rate swaps that is expected to be reclassified to earnings after twelve months. In addition, as of July 2, 2021, the Company did not have any foreign exchange forward contracts with credit-risk-related contingent features. July 2, 2021, the Company did not have any foreign exchange forward contracts with credit-risk-related contingent features. During 2021 and 2020, the Company had no transfers of financial assets and liabilities between levels and there were no During 2021 and 2020, the Company had no transfers of financial assets and liabilities between levels and there were no changes in valuation techniques and the inputs used in the fair value measurement. changes in valuation techniques and the inputs used in the fair value measurement. Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value Changes in fair values of the non-designated foreign exchange contracts are recognized in Other income, net and are Changes in fair values of the non-designated foreign exchange contracts are recognized in Other income, net and are largely offset by corresponding changes in the fair values of the foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities. largely offset by corresponding changes in the fair values of the foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, total net realized and unrealized transaction and foreign exchange contract currency gains and losses were not material to the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. losses were not material to the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements. For financial instruments where the carrying value (which includes principal adjusted for any unamortized issuance costs, For financial instruments where the carrying value (which includes principal adjusted for any unamortized issuance costs, Netting Arrangements Netting Arrangements Under certain provisions and conditions within agreements with counterparties to the Company’s foreign exchange forward Under certain provisions and conditions within agreements with counterparties to the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts, subject to applicable requirements, the Company has the right of offset associated with the Company’s foreign contracts, subject to applicable requirements, the Company has the right of offset associated with the Company’s foreign exchange forward contracts and is allowed to net settle transactions of the same currency with a single net amount payable by exchange forward contracts and is allowed to net settle transactions of the same currency with a single net amount payable by one party to the other. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the effect of rights of offset was not material and the Company did one party to the other. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the effect of rights of offset was not material and the Company did not offset or net the fair value amounts of derivative instruments in its Consolidated Balance Sheets. not offset or net the fair value amounts of derivative instruments in its Consolidated Balance Sheets. and discounts or premiums) differs from fair value (which is based on quoted market prices), the following table represents the and discounts or premiums) differs from fair value (which is based on quoted market prices), the following table represents the related carrying value and fair value for each of the Company’s outstanding financial instruments. Each of the financial related carrying value and fair value for each of the Company’s outstanding financial instruments. Each of the financial instruments presented below was categorized as Level 2 for all periods presented, based on the frequency of trading instruments presented below was categorized as Level 2 for all periods presented, based on the frequency of trading immediately prior to the end of the fourth quarter of 2021 and the fourth quarter of 2020, respectively. immediately prior to the end of the fourth quarter of 2021 and the fourth quarter of 2020, respectively. 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 $ $ — $ — $ 34 $ 34 $ Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 Total Total July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 Carrying Carrying Value Value Fair Fair Value Value Carrying Carrying Value Value Fair Fair Value Value (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 4,346 4,346 1,094 1,094 1,173 1,173 2,556 2,556 4,576 4,576 1,692 1,692 987 987 2,286 2,286 4,327 4,327 1,093 1,093 1,017 1,017 2,288 2,288 $ $ 8,725 $ 8,725 $ 9,169 $ 9,169 $ 9,575 $ 9,575 $ 30 30 4,474 4,474 1,656 1,656 1,036 1,036 2,428 2,428 9,624 9,624 70 70 71 71 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Note 7. Debt Note 7. Debt Debt consisted of the following as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Debt consisted of the following as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 Total debt Total debt Issuance costs and debt discounts Issuance costs and debt discounts Subtotal Subtotal Less current portion of long-term debt Less current portion of long-term debt Long-term debt Long-term debt July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 $ $ (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 4,332 4,332 1,093 1,093 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 8,825 8,825 (100) (100) 8,725 8,725 (251) (251) $ $ 8,474 $ 8,474 $ 35 35 4,583 4,583 1,693 1,693 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 9,711 9,711 (136) (136) 9,575 9,575 (286) (286) 9,289 9,289 The Company has a credit agreement originally entered into on April 29, 2016 and most recently amended in July 2020 (as The Company has a credit agreement originally entered into on April 29, 2016 and most recently amended in July 2020 (as amended, the “Credit Agreement”), that provides for, among other things, (i) a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility maturing amended, the “Credit Agreement”), that provides for, among other things, (i) a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility maturing in 2023 (the “Revolving Facility”), (ii) a term loan A-1 due 2023 (the “Term Loan A-1”), and (iii) a term loan B-4 due 2023 in 2023 (the “Revolving Facility”), (ii) a term loan A-1 due 2023 (the “Term Loan A-1”), and (iii) a term loan B-4 due 2023 (the “Term Loan B-4”). (the “Term Loan B-4”). Borrowings under the revolving credit facility bear interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted Borrowings under the revolving credit facility bear interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. During applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. During 2018, the Company repaid the previously outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility. At July 2, 2021, the 2018, the Company repaid the previously outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility. At July 2, 2021, the Company’s borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility was $2.25 billion. Company’s borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility was $2.25 billion. The Term Loan A-1 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a The Term Loan A-1 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. Currently the Company has selected the 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the applicable rate was 1.60% as of July 2, 2021. Principal payments are due in quarterly installments LIBOR rate option, and the applicable rate was 1.60% as of July 2, 2021. Principal payments are due in quarterly installments of 1.250% per quarter through December 2022, with the remaining balance payable on February 27, 2023. The Term Loan A-1 of 1.250% per quarter through December 2022, with the remaining balance payable on February 27, 2023. The Term Loan A-1 issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the loan, and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $5 million issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the loan, and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $5 million remained unamortized. remained unamortized. The Term Loan B-4 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a The Term Loan B-4 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus 1.75% or a base rate plus 0.75%. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the 0.00% floor, plus 1.75% or a base rate plus 0.75%. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the applicable interest rate was 1.85% as of July 2, 2021. During 2021, the Company made aggregate voluntary prepayments of applicable interest rate was 1.85% as of July 2, 2021. During 2021, the Company made aggregate voluntary prepayments of $600 million on its Term Loan B-4, which was applied toward the remaining scheduled amortization and the remainder towards $600 million on its Term Loan B-4, which was applied toward the remaining scheduled amortization and the remainder towards the principal due at maturity. As of July 2, 2021, there are no longer any scheduled amortization payments due under the Term the principal due at maturity. As of July 2, 2021, there are no longer any scheduled amortization payments due under the Term Loan B-4 prior to its maturity on April 29, 2023. As of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of less than $1 million remained Loan B-4 prior to its maturity on April 29, 2023. As of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of less than $1 million remained unamortized. On July 19, 2021, the Company made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on its Term Loan unamortized. On July 19, 2021, the Company made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on its Term Loan B-4. B-4. In February 2018, the Company issued $1.10 billion aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due In February 2018, the Company issued $1.10 billion aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due February 1, 2024 (the “2024 Convertible Notes”). The 2024 Convertible Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 1.50% with February 1, 2024 (the “2024 Convertible Notes”). The 2024 Convertible Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 1.50% with interest payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the interest payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the 2024 Convertible Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2024 Convertible Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by the 2024 Convertible Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2024 Convertible Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Western Digital Technologies (“WDT”). Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Western Digital Technologies (“WDT”). The 2024 Convertible Notes are convertible into cash, shares of the Company’s common stock, or a combination thereof at The 2024 Convertible Notes are convertible into cash, shares of the Company’s common stock, or a combination thereof at an initial conversion price of $121.91 per share of common stock. Holders of the 2024 Convertible Notes may freely convert an initial conversion price of $121.91 per share of common stock. Holders of the 2024 Convertible Notes may freely convert their 2024 Convertible Notes on or after November 1, 2023 until the close of business on the business day immediately their 2024 Convertible Notes on or after November 1, 2023 until the close of business on the business day immediately preceding the maturity date. Prior to November 1, 2023, holders may convert their 2024 Convertible Notes based on variations preceding the maturity date. Prior to November 1, 2023, holders may convert their 2024 Convertible Notes based on variations in market price of the Company’s common stock in relation to the conversion price or the trading price of the 2024 Convertible in market price of the Company’s common stock in relation to the conversion price or the trading price of the 2024 Convertible Notes or upon the occurrence of specified corporate events. As of July 2, 2021, none of the conditions allowing holders of the Notes or upon the occurrence of specified corporate events. As of July 2, 2021, none of the conditions allowing holders of the Convertible Notes to convert had been met. Since February 5, 2021, the Company may redeem all or part of the 2024 Convertible Notes to convert had been met. Since February 5, 2021, the Company may redeem all or part of the 2024 Convertible Notes, at its option, if the market price of the Company’s stock achieves certain levels. Convertible Notes, at its option, if the market price of the Company’s stock achieves certain levels. The Company separately accounts for the liability and equity components of the 2024 Convertible Notes. The value of the The Company separately accounts for the liability and equity components of the 2024 Convertible Notes. The value of the liability component as of the date of issuance was recognized at the present value of its cash flows using a discount rate liability component as of the date of issuance was recognized at the present value of its cash flows using a discount rate of 4.375%, the Company’s borrowing rate at the date of the issuance for a similar debt instrument without the conversion of 4.375%, the Company’s borrowing rate at the date of the issuance for a similar debt instrument without the conversion feature, resulting in a debt discount of $165 million, which was allocated to equity as the value of the conversion feature. The feature, resulting in a debt discount of $165 million, which was allocated to equity as the value of the conversion feature. The 2024 Convertible Notes debt issuance costs were approximately $18 million, of which $15 million was allocated to the debt 2024 Convertible Notes debt issuance costs were approximately $18 million, of which $15 million was allocated to the debt component and $3 million was allocated to equity. The debt discount and issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over component and $3 million was allocated to equity. The debt discount and issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the 2024 Convertible Notes. As of July 2, 2021, debt discount and issuance costs of $83 million remained the term of the 2024 Convertible Notes. As of July 2, 2021, debt discount and issuance costs of $83 million remained unamortized. unamortized. In February 2018, the Company issued $2.30 billion aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due In February 2018, the Company issued $2.30 billion aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due February 15, 2026 (the “2026 Senior Unsecured Notes”). The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes bear interest at an annual rate of February 15, 2026 (the “2026 Senior Unsecured Notes”). The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 4.750% with interest payable on February 15 and August 15 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal 4.750% with interest payable on February 15 and August 15 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes are jointly and payments on the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by WDT. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term severally guaranteed by WDT. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $12 million remained unamortized. of the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $12 million remained unamortized. In October 2020, the 0.5% convertible senior notes due 2020 were settled in full for cash in accordance with their terms. In October 2020, the 0.5% convertible senior notes due 2020 were settled in full for cash in accordance with their terms. The Revolving Facility, Term Loan A-1 and Term Loan B-4 are unconditionally guaranteed by WDT under the Credit The Revolving Facility, Term Loan A-1 and Term Loan B-4 are unconditionally guaranteed by WDT under the Credit Agreement and are secured on a first-priority basis (subject to permitted liens) by a lien on the same collateral that secure the Agreement and are secured on a first-priority basis (subject to permitted liens) by a lien on the same collateral that secure the other loans under the Credit Agreement; provided that the security and guarantee will be automatically suspended upon certain other loans under the Credit Agreement; provided that the security and guarantee will be automatically suspended upon certain The Credit Agreement requires the Company to comply with certain financial covenants with respect to the Revolving The Credit Agreement requires the Company to comply with certain financial covenants with respect to the Revolving Facility and Term Loan A-1, consisting of a Leverage Ratio and an Interest Coverage Ratio (each as defined below). Facility and Term Loan A-1, consisting of a Leverage Ratio and an Interest Coverage Ratio (each as defined below). Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) plus interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) plus interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and depreciation and amortization, as well as other contractual adjustments as provided for in the Credit Agreement, including, for depreciation and amortization, as well as other contractual adjustments as provided for in the Credit Agreement, including, for purposes of the financial covenants, an addback for certain depreciation-related payments made to the Company’s Flash purposes of the financial covenants, an addback for certain depreciation-related payments made to the Company’s Flash conditions. conditions. Ventures. Ventures. The Company was required to maintain a maximum ratio of total funded debt to trailing twelve-month Consolidated The Company was required to maintain a maximum ratio of total funded debt to trailing twelve-month Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA (“Leverage Ratio”) at the end of each quarter of 4.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ended October 2, 2020 and Adjusted EBITDA (“Leverage Ratio”) at the end of each quarter of 4.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ended October 2, 2020 and 4.00 to 1.00 through the quarter ended July 2, 2021, and is required to maintain a maximum Leverage Ratio of 3.75 to 1.00 4.00 to 1.00 through the quarter ended July 2, 2021, and is required to maintain a maximum Leverage Ratio of 3.75 to 1.00 through the quarter ending December 31, 2021, 3.50 to 1.00 through the quarter ending July 1, 2022, and 3.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ending December 31, 2021, 3.50 to 1.00 through the quarter ending July 1, 2022, and 3.25 to 1.00 thereafter. In addition, the Company is required to maintain a minimum ratio of Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA to interest thereafter. In addition, the Company is required to maintain a minimum ratio of Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA to interest expense (“Interest Coverage Ratio”), both calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, at the end of each quarter of 3.50 to 1.00. expense (“Interest Coverage Ratio”), both calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, at the end of each quarter of 3.50 to 1.00. As of July 2, 2021, the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the Credit Agreement. As of July 2, 2021, the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the Credit Agreement. The Credit Agreement also requires the Company and its subsidiaries to comply with customary covenants that include, The Credit Agreement also requires the Company and its subsidiaries to comply with customary covenants that include, among others, limitations on the incurrence of additional debt, liens on property, acquisitions and investments, loans and among others, limitations on the incurrence of additional debt, liens on property, acquisitions and investments, loans and guarantees, mergers, consolidations, liquidations and dissolutions, asset sales, dividends and other payments in respect of the guarantees, mergers, consolidations, liquidations and dissolutions, asset sales, dividends and other payments in respect of the Company’s capital stock, prepayments of certain debt, transactions with affiliates and certain modifications of organizational Company’s capital stock, prepayments of certain debt, transactions with affiliates and certain modifications of organizational documents and certain debt agreements. In addition, the indentures governing the Company’s 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and documents and certain debt agreements. In addition, the indentures governing the Company’s 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and the 2024 Convertible Notes contain restrictive covenants that limit the Company’s and its subsidiaries’ ability to, among other the 2024 Convertible Notes contain restrictive covenants that limit the Company’s and its subsidiaries’ ability to, among other 72 72 73 73 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Note 7. Debt Note 7. Debt Debt consisted of the following as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Debt consisted of the following as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2020 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan A-1 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 Variable interest rate Term Loan B-4 maturing 2023 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 1.50% convertible notes due 2024 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 4.75% senior unsecured notes due 2026 Issuance costs and debt discounts Issuance costs and debt discounts Total debt Total debt Subtotal Subtotal Less current portion of long-term debt Less current portion of long-term debt Long-term debt Long-term debt July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 $ $ (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 4,332 4,332 1,093 1,093 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 8,825 8,825 (100) (100) 8,725 8,725 (251) (251) $ $ 8,474 $ 8,474 $ 35 35 4,583 4,583 1,693 1,693 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 9,711 9,711 (136) (136) 9,575 9,575 (286) (286) 9,289 9,289 The Company has a credit agreement originally entered into on April 29, 2016 and most recently amended in July 2020 (as The Company has a credit agreement originally entered into on April 29, 2016 and most recently amended in July 2020 (as amended, the “Credit Agreement”), that provides for, among other things, (i) a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility maturing amended, the “Credit Agreement”), that provides for, among other things, (i) a $2.25 billion revolving credit facility maturing in 2023 (the “Revolving Facility”), (ii) a term loan A-1 due 2023 (the “Term Loan A-1”), and (iii) a term loan B-4 due 2023 in 2023 (the “Revolving Facility”), (ii) a term loan A-1 due 2023 (the “Term Loan A-1”), and (iii) a term loan B-4 due 2023 (the “Term Loan B-4”). (the “Term Loan B-4”). Borrowings under the revolving credit facility bear interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted Borrowings under the revolving credit facility bear interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. During applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. During 2018, the Company repaid the previously outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility. At July 2, 2021, the 2018, the Company repaid the previously outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility. At July 2, 2021, the Company’s borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility was $2.25 billion. Company’s borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility was $2.25 billion. The Term Loan A-1 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a The Term Loan A-1 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.00% floor, plus an applicable margin varying from 1.125% to 2.000% or a base rate plus an applicable margin varying from 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. Currently the Company has selected the 0.125% to 1.000%, in each case depending on the Company’s corporate credit ratings. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the applicable rate was 1.60% as of July 2, 2021. Principal payments are due in quarterly installments LIBOR rate option, and the applicable rate was 1.60% as of July 2, 2021. Principal payments are due in quarterly installments of 1.250% per quarter through December 2022, with the remaining balance payable on February 27, 2023. The Term Loan A-1 of 1.250% per quarter through December 2022, with the remaining balance payable on February 27, 2023. The Term Loan A-1 issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the loan, and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $5 million issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the loan, and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $5 million remained unamortized. remained unamortized. The Term Loan B-4 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a The Term Loan B-4 bears interest at a rate equal to, at the Company’s option, either an adjusted LIBOR rate, subject to a 0.00% floor, plus 1.75% or a base rate plus 0.75%. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the 0.00% floor, plus 1.75% or a base rate plus 0.75%. Currently the Company has selected the LIBOR rate option, and the applicable interest rate was 1.85% as of July 2, 2021. During 2021, the Company made aggregate voluntary prepayments of applicable interest rate was 1.85% as of July 2, 2021. During 2021, the Company made aggregate voluntary prepayments of $600 million on its Term Loan B-4, which was applied toward the remaining scheduled amortization and the remainder towards $600 million on its Term Loan B-4, which was applied toward the remaining scheduled amortization and the remainder towards the principal due at maturity. As of July 2, 2021, there are no longer any scheduled amortization payments due under the Term the principal due at maturity. As of July 2, 2021, there are no longer any scheduled amortization payments due under the Term Loan B-4 prior to its maturity on April 29, 2023. As of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of less than $1 million remained Loan B-4 prior to its maturity on April 29, 2023. As of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of less than $1 million remained unamortized. On July 19, 2021, the Company made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on its Term Loan unamortized. On July 19, 2021, the Company made an incremental voluntary prepayment of $150 million on its Term Loan B-4. B-4. In February 2018, the Company issued $1.10 billion aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due In February 2018, the Company issued $1.10 billion aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due February 1, 2024 (the “2024 Convertible Notes”). The 2024 Convertible Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 1.50% with February 1, 2024 (the “2024 Convertible Notes”). The 2024 Convertible Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 1.50% with interest payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the interest payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the 2024 Convertible Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2024 Convertible Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by the 2024 Convertible Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2024 Convertible Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Western Digital Technologies (“WDT”). Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Western Digital Technologies (“WDT”). The 2024 Convertible Notes are convertible into cash, shares of the Company’s common stock, or a combination thereof at The 2024 Convertible Notes are convertible into cash, shares of the Company’s common stock, or a combination thereof at an initial conversion price of $121.91 per share of common stock. Holders of the 2024 Convertible Notes may freely convert an initial conversion price of $121.91 per share of common stock. Holders of the 2024 Convertible Notes may freely convert their 2024 Convertible Notes on or after November 1, 2023 until the close of business on the business day immediately their 2024 Convertible Notes on or after November 1, 2023 until the close of business on the business day immediately preceding the maturity date. Prior to November 1, 2023, holders may convert their 2024 Convertible Notes based on variations preceding the maturity date. Prior to November 1, 2023, holders may convert their 2024 Convertible Notes based on variations in market price of the Company’s common stock in relation to the conversion price or the trading price of the 2024 Convertible in market price of the Company’s common stock in relation to the conversion price or the trading price of the 2024 Convertible Notes or upon the occurrence of specified corporate events. As of July 2, 2021, none of the conditions allowing holders of the Notes or upon the occurrence of specified corporate events. As of July 2, 2021, none of the conditions allowing holders of the Convertible Notes to convert had been met. Since February 5, 2021, the Company may redeem all or part of the 2024 Convertible Notes to convert had been met. Since February 5, 2021, the Company may redeem all or part of the 2024 Convertible Notes, at its option, if the market price of the Company’s stock achieves certain levels. Convertible Notes, at its option, if the market price of the Company’s stock achieves certain levels. The Company separately accounts for the liability and equity components of the 2024 Convertible Notes. The value of the The Company separately accounts for the liability and equity components of the 2024 Convertible Notes. The value of the liability component as of the date of issuance was recognized at the present value of its cash flows using a discount rate liability component as of the date of issuance was recognized at the present value of its cash flows using a discount rate of 4.375%, the Company’s borrowing rate at the date of the issuance for a similar debt instrument without the conversion of 4.375%, the Company’s borrowing rate at the date of the issuance for a similar debt instrument without the conversion feature, resulting in a debt discount of $165 million, which was allocated to equity as the value of the conversion feature. The feature, resulting in a debt discount of $165 million, which was allocated to equity as the value of the conversion feature. The 2024 Convertible Notes debt issuance costs were approximately $18 million, of which $15 million was allocated to the debt 2024 Convertible Notes debt issuance costs were approximately $18 million, of which $15 million was allocated to the debt component and $3 million was allocated to equity. The debt discount and issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over component and $3 million was allocated to equity. The debt discount and issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the 2024 Convertible Notes. As of July 2, 2021, debt discount and issuance costs of $83 million remained the term of the 2024 Convertible Notes. As of July 2, 2021, debt discount and issuance costs of $83 million remained unamortized. unamortized. In February 2018, the Company issued $2.30 billion aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due In February 2018, the Company issued $2.30 billion aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due February 15, 2026 (the “2026 Senior Unsecured Notes”). The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes bear interest at an annual rate of February 15, 2026 (the “2026 Senior Unsecured Notes”). The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes bear interest at an annual rate of 4.750% with interest payable on February 15 and August 15 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal 4.750% with interest payable on February 15 and August 15 of each year. The Company is not required to make principal payments on the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes are jointly and payments on the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes prior to the maturity date. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed by WDT. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term severally guaranteed by WDT. The 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes issuance costs are amortized to interest expense over the term of the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $12 million remained unamortized. of the 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and as of July 2, 2021, issuance costs of $12 million remained unamortized. In October 2020, the 0.5% convertible senior notes due 2020 were settled in full for cash in accordance with their terms. In October 2020, the 0.5% convertible senior notes due 2020 were settled in full for cash in accordance with their terms. The Revolving Facility, Term Loan A-1 and Term Loan B-4 are unconditionally guaranteed by WDT under the Credit The Revolving Facility, Term Loan A-1 and Term Loan B-4 are unconditionally guaranteed by WDT under the Credit Agreement and are secured on a first-priority basis (subject to permitted liens) by a lien on the same collateral that secure the Agreement and are secured on a first-priority basis (subject to permitted liens) by a lien on the same collateral that secure the other loans under the Credit Agreement; provided that the security and guarantee will be automatically suspended upon certain other loans under the Credit Agreement; provided that the security and guarantee will be automatically suspended upon certain conditions. conditions. The Credit Agreement requires the Company to comply with certain financial covenants with respect to the Revolving The Credit Agreement requires the Company to comply with certain financial covenants with respect to the Revolving Facility and Term Loan A-1, consisting of a Leverage Ratio and an Interest Coverage Ratio (each as defined below). Facility and Term Loan A-1, consisting of a Leverage Ratio and an Interest Coverage Ratio (each as defined below). Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) plus interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) plus interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and depreciation and amortization, as well as other contractual adjustments as provided for in the Credit Agreement, including, for depreciation and amortization, as well as other contractual adjustments as provided for in the Credit Agreement, including, for purposes of the financial covenants, an addback for certain depreciation-related payments made to the Company’s Flash purposes of the financial covenants, an addback for certain depreciation-related payments made to the Company’s Flash Ventures. Ventures. The Company was required to maintain a maximum ratio of total funded debt to trailing twelve-month Consolidated The Company was required to maintain a maximum ratio of total funded debt to trailing twelve-month Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA (“Leverage Ratio”) at the end of each quarter of 4.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ended October 2, 2020 and Adjusted EBITDA (“Leverage Ratio”) at the end of each quarter of 4.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ended October 2, 2020 and 4.00 to 1.00 through the quarter ended July 2, 2021, and is required to maintain a maximum Leverage Ratio of 3.75 to 1.00 4.00 to 1.00 through the quarter ended July 2, 2021, and is required to maintain a maximum Leverage Ratio of 3.75 to 1.00 through the quarter ending December 31, 2021, 3.50 to 1.00 through the quarter ending July 1, 2022, and 3.25 to 1.00 through the quarter ending December 31, 2021, 3.50 to 1.00 through the quarter ending July 1, 2022, and 3.25 to 1.00 thereafter. In addition, the Company is required to maintain a minimum ratio of Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA to interest thereafter. In addition, the Company is required to maintain a minimum ratio of Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA to interest expense (“Interest Coverage Ratio”), both calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, at the end of each quarter of 3.50 to 1.00. expense (“Interest Coverage Ratio”), both calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, at the end of each quarter of 3.50 to 1.00. As of July 2, 2021, the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the Credit Agreement. As of July 2, 2021, the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants under the Credit Agreement. The Credit Agreement also requires the Company and its subsidiaries to comply with customary covenants that include, The Credit Agreement also requires the Company and its subsidiaries to comply with customary covenants that include, among others, limitations on the incurrence of additional debt, liens on property, acquisitions and investments, loans and among others, limitations on the incurrence of additional debt, liens on property, acquisitions and investments, loans and guarantees, mergers, consolidations, liquidations and dissolutions, asset sales, dividends and other payments in respect of the guarantees, mergers, consolidations, liquidations and dissolutions, asset sales, dividends and other payments in respect of the Company’s capital stock, prepayments of certain debt, transactions with affiliates and certain modifications of organizational Company’s capital stock, prepayments of certain debt, transactions with affiliates and certain modifications of organizational documents and certain debt agreements. In addition, the indentures governing the Company’s 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and documents and certain debt agreements. In addition, the indentures governing the Company’s 2026 Senior Unsecured Notes and the 2024 Convertible Notes contain restrictive covenants that limit the Company’s and its subsidiaries’ ability to, among other the 2024 Convertible Notes contain restrictive covenants that limit the Company’s and its subsidiaries’ ability to, among other 72 72 73 73 Table of Contents Table of Contents WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION things, consolidate, merge or sell all or substantially all of their assets; create liens; and incur, assume or guarantee additional things, consolidate, merge or sell all or substantially all of their assets; create liens; and incur, assume or guarantee additional indebtedness. indebtedness. Note 8. Note 8. Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Future Debt Payments Future Debt Payments As of July 2, 2021, required annual future debt payments were as follows: As of July 2, 2021, required annual future debt payments were as follows: The Company has pension and other post-retirement benefit plans in various countries. The Company’s principal pension The Company has pension and other post-retirement benefit plans in various countries. The Company’s principal pension plans are in Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. All pension and other post-retirement benefit plans outside of the Company’s plans are in Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. All pension and other post-retirement benefit plans outside of the Company’s Japan, Thailand and the Philippines defined benefit pension plans (the “Pension Plans”) are immaterial to the Consolidated Japan, Thailand and the Philippines defined benefit pension plans (the “Pension Plans”) are immaterial to the Consolidated Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 and thereafter 2025 and thereafter Total debt maturities Total debt maturities Issuance costs and debt discounts Issuance costs and debt discounts Net carrying value Net carrying value Future Debt Future Debt Payments Payments (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 251 251 5,174 5,174 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 8,825 8,825 (100) (100) 8,725 8,725 The following table presents the unfunded status of the benefit obligations for the Pension Plans: The following table presents the unfunded status of the benefit obligations for the Pension Plans: 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) Projected benefit obligation at beginning of period Projected benefit obligation at beginning of period $ $ 366 $ 366 $ 352 $ 352 $ 300 300 Financial Statements. Financial Statements. Obligations and Funded Status Obligations and Funded Status Change in benefit obligation: Change in benefit obligation: Service cost Service cost Interest cost Interest cost Plan amendments Plan amendments Actuarial loss (gain) Actuarial loss (gain) Benefits paid Benefits paid Settlement/curtailment Settlement/curtailment Non-U.S. currency movement Non-U.S. currency movement Projected benefit obligation at end of period Projected benefit obligation at end of period Change in plan assets: Change in plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of period Fair value of plan assets at beginning of period Actual return on plan assets Actual return on plan assets Employer contributions Employer contributions Benefits paid Benefits paid Non-U.S. currency movement Non-U.S. currency movement Fair value of plan assets at end of period Fair value of plan assets at end of period Unfunded status Unfunded status Current liabilities Current liabilities Non-current liabilities Non-current liabilities Net amount recognized Net amount recognized 16 16 5 5 — — (5) (5) (11) (11) — — (12) (12) 359 359 215 215 20 20 11 11 (11) (11) (8) (8) 227 227 13 13 4 4 — — 3 3 (8) (8) — — 2 2 366 366 209 209 4 4 9 9 (8) (8) 1 1 $ $ 132 $ 132 $ 215 215 151 $ 151 $ July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 1 $ 1 $ 131 131 132 $ 132 $ $ $ $ $ 10 10 4 4 13 13 26 26 (9) (9) (3) (3) 11 11 352 352 200 200 2 2 10 10 (9) (9) 6 6 209 209 143 143 1 1 150 150 151 151 The following table presents the unfunded amounts related to the Pension Plans as recognized on the Company’s The following table presents the unfunded amounts related to the Pension Plans as recognized on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheets: Consolidated Balance Sheets: The accumulated benefit obligation for the Pension Plans was $359 million at July 2, 2021. As of July 2, 2021, actuarial The accumulated benefit obligation for the Pension Plans was $359 million at July 2, 2021. As of July 2, 2021, actuarial gains for the Pension Plans of $27 million are included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance gains for the Pension Plans of $27 million are included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. There were no material prior service credits for the defined benefit pension plans recognized in Accumulated other Sheet. There were no material prior service credits for the defined benefit pension plans recognized in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 2, 2021. comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 2, 2021. Net periodic benefit costs were not material for 2021, 2020, and 2019. Net periodic benefit costs were not material for 2021, 2020, and 2019. 74 74 75 75 As of July 2, 2021, required annual future debt payments were as follows: As of July 2, 2021, required annual future debt payments were as follows: Table of Contents Table of Contents indebtedness. indebtedness. Future Debt Payments Future Debt Payments Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 and thereafter 2025 and thereafter Total debt maturities Total debt maturities Issuance costs and debt discounts Issuance costs and debt discounts Net carrying value Net carrying value Future Debt Future Debt Payments Payments (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 251 251 5,174 5,174 1,100 1,100 2,300 2,300 8,825 8,825 (100) (100) 8,725 8,725 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) things, consolidate, merge or sell all or substantially all of their assets; create liens; and incur, assume or guarantee additional things, consolidate, merge or sell all or substantially all of their assets; create liens; and incur, assume or guarantee additional Note 8. Note 8. Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefit Plans The Company has pension and other post-retirement benefit plans in various countries. The Company’s principal pension The Company has pension and other post-retirement benefit plans in various countries. The Company’s principal pension plans are in Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. All pension and other post-retirement benefit plans outside of the Company’s plans are in Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. All pension and other post-retirement benefit plans outside of the Company’s Japan, Thailand and the Philippines defined benefit pension plans (the “Pension Plans”) are immaterial to the Consolidated Japan, Thailand and the Philippines defined benefit pension plans (the “Pension Plans”) are immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Financial Statements. Obligations and Funded Status Obligations and Funded Status The following table presents the unfunded status of the benefit obligations for the Pension Plans: The following table presents the unfunded status of the benefit obligations for the Pension Plans: Change in benefit obligation: Change in benefit obligation: Projected benefit obligation at beginning of period Projected benefit obligation at beginning of period $ $ 366 $ 366 $ 352 $ 352 $ 300 300 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 Service cost Service cost Interest cost Interest cost Plan amendments Plan amendments Actuarial loss (gain) Actuarial loss (gain) Benefits paid Benefits paid Settlement/curtailment Settlement/curtailment Non-U.S. currency movement Non-U.S. currency movement Projected benefit obligation at end of period Projected benefit obligation at end of period Change in plan assets: Change in plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of period Fair value of plan assets at beginning of period Actual return on plan assets Actual return on plan assets Employer contributions Employer contributions Benefits paid Benefits paid Non-U.S. currency movement Non-U.S. currency movement Fair value of plan assets at end of period Fair value of plan assets at end of period Unfunded status Unfunded status 16 16 5 5 — — (5) (5) (11) (11) — — (12) (12) 359 359 215 215 20 20 11 11 (11) (11) (8) (8) 227 227 $ $ 132 $ 132 $ 13 13 4 4 — — 3 3 (8) (8) — — 2 2 366 366 209 209 4 4 9 9 (8) (8) 1 1 215 215 151 $ 151 $ The following table presents the unfunded amounts related to the Pension Plans as recognized on the Company’s The following table presents the unfunded amounts related to the Pension Plans as recognized on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheets: Consolidated Balance Sheets: Current liabilities Current liabilities Non-current liabilities Non-current liabilities Net amount recognized Net amount recognized July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 1 $ 1 $ 131 131 132 $ 132 $ $ $ $ $ 10 10 4 4 13 13 26 26 (9) (9) (3) (3) 11 11 352 352 200 200 2 2 10 10 (9) (9) 6 6 209 209 143 143 1 1 150 150 151 151 The accumulated benefit obligation for the Pension Plans was $359 million at July 2, 2021. As of July 2, 2021, actuarial The accumulated benefit obligation for the Pension Plans was $359 million at July 2, 2021. As of July 2, 2021, actuarial gains for the Pension Plans of $27 million are included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance gains for the Pension Plans of $27 million are included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. There were no material prior service credits for the defined benefit pension plans recognized in Accumulated other Sheet. There were no material prior service credits for the defined benefit pension plans recognized in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 2, 2021. comprehensive loss in the Consolidated Balance Sheet as of July 2, 2021. Net periodic benefit costs were not material for 2021, 2020, and 2019. Net periodic benefit costs were not material for 2021, 2020, and 2019. 74 74 75 75 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Assumptions Assumptions Weighted-Average Assumptions Weighted-Average Assumptions The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine the projected benefit obligations for the Pension Plans were The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine the projected benefit obligations for the Pension Plans were as follows: as follows: Discount rate Discount rate Rate of compensation increase Rate of compensation increase 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 1.4 % 1.4 % 2.0 % 2.0 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.0 % 2.0 % The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine benefit costs for the Pension Plans were as follows: The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine benefit costs for the Pension Plans were as follows: Discount rate Discount rate Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets Rate of compensation increase Rate of compensation increase 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 2.0 % 2.0 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 1.7 % 1.7 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 1.7 % 1.7 % 1.3 % 1.3 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 1.2 % 1.2 % The Company develops a discount rate by calculating when the estimated benefit payments will be due. Management then The Company develops a discount rate by calculating when the estimated benefit payments will be due. Management then matches the benefit payments to high quality bonds which match the timing of the expected benefit payments to determine the matches the benefit payments to high quality bonds which match the timing of the expected benefit payments to determine the appropriate discount rate. appropriate discount rate. The Company develops the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets by analyzing rates of return in each plan as The Company develops the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets by analyzing rates of return in each plan as well as the investment portfolio applicable to the plan depending on each plan’s economic environment. The Company’s well as the investment portfolio applicable to the plan depending on each plan’s economic environment. The Company’s estimates of future rates of return on assets is based in large part on the projected rate of return from the respective investment estimates of future rates of return on assets is based in large part on the projected rate of return from the respective investment managers using a long-term view of historical returns, as well as actuarial recommendations using the most current generational managers using a long-term view of historical returns, as well as actuarial recommendations using the most current generational and mortality tables and rates. As of July 2, 2021, Pension Plan assets materially consisted of plan assets related to the Japan and mortality tables and rates. As of July 2, 2021, Pension Plan assets materially consisted of plan assets related to the Japan Pension Plan and as such the assumption used herein is primarily related to the Japan Pension Plan. Pension Plan and as such the assumption used herein is primarily related to the Japan Pension Plan. The Company develops the rate of compensation increase assumptions using local compensation practices and historical The Company develops the rate of compensation increase assumptions using local compensation practices and historical rates of increases. rates of increases. Plan Assets Plan Assets Investment Policies and Strategies Investment Policies and Strategies The investment policy in the Pension Plans is to generate a stable return on investments over a long-term horizon in order The investment policy in the Pension Plans is to generate a stable return on investments over a long-term horizon in order to have adequate pension funds to meet the Company’s future obligations. In order to achieve this investment goal, a diversified to have adequate pension funds to meet the Company’s future obligations. In order to achieve this investment goal, a diversified portfolio with target asset allocation and expected rate of return is established by considering factors such as composition of portfolio with target asset allocation and expected rate of return is established by considering factors such as composition of participants, level of funded status, capacity to absorb risks and the current economic environment. The target asset allocation is participants, level of funded status, capacity to absorb risks and the current economic environment. The target asset allocation is 55% in debt securities, 30% in equity securities, and the remaining 15% in other assets. Risk management is accomplished 55% in debt securities, 30% in equity securities, and the remaining 15% in other assets. Risk management is accomplished through diversification, periodic review of plan asset performance and appropriate realignment of asset allocation. Assumptions through diversification, periodic review of plan asset performance and appropriate realignment of asset allocation. Assumptions regarding the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets are periodically reviewed and are based on the historical trend of regarding the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets are periodically reviewed and are based on the historical trend of returns, the risk and correlation of each asset and the latest economic environment. returns, the risk and correlation of each asset and the latest economic environment. The expected long-term rate of return is estimated based on many factors, including expected forecast for inflation, risk The expected long-term rate of return is estimated based on many factors, including expected forecast for inflation, risk premiums for each asset class, expected asset allocation, current and future financial market conditions and diversification and premiums for each asset class, expected asset allocation, current and future financial market conditions and diversification and rebalancing strategies. Historical return patterns and correlations, consensus return forecasts and other relevant financial factors rebalancing strategies. Historical return patterns and correlations, consensus return forecasts and other relevant financial factors are analyzed periodically by the investment advisor so as to ensure that the expected long-term rate of return is reasonable and are analyzed periodically by the investment advisor so as to ensure that the expected long-term rate of return is reasonable and appropriate. appropriate. Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Plan assets measured at fair value: Plan assets measured at fair value: Equity: Equity: Fixed income: Fixed income: Plan assets measured at net asset value: Plan assets measured at net asset value: Real estate investment trust Real estate investment trust Equity: Equity: Fixed income: Fixed income: Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Cash equivalents and short-term investments Cash equivalents and short-term investments Fair value of plan assets Fair value of plan assets The following tables present the Pension Plans’ major asset categories and their associated fair values and net asset values The following tables present the Pension Plans’ major asset categories and their associated fair values and net asset values Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 (in millions) (in millions) Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) — $ — $ 73 $ 73 $ — $ — $ Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fair value of plan assets Fair value of plan assets — — — $ — $ 123 123 196 $ 196 $ — — — $ — $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 73 73 123 123 196 196 72 72 131 131 12 12 215 215 $ $ 30 30 Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 (in millions) (in millions) — — 12 12 131 131 — — — — — — 12 $ 12 $ 203 $ 203 $ — $ — $ Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) — $ — $ 72 $ 72 $ — $ — $ (1) Commingled funds represent pooled institutional investments. (1) Commingled funds represent pooled institutional investments. (2) Equity mutual funds invest primarily in equity securities. (2) Equity mutual funds invest primarily in equity securities. (3) Fixed income mutual funds invest primarily in fixed income securities. (3) Fixed income mutual funds invest primarily in fixed income securities. There were no significant movements of assets between any level categories in 2021 or 2020. There were no significant movements of assets between any level categories in 2021 or 2020. Fair Value Valuation Techniques Fair Value Valuation Techniques Equity securities are valued at the closing price reported on the stock exchange on which the individual securities are Equity securities are valued at the closing price reported on the stock exchange on which the individual securities are traded. Equity commingled/mutual funds are typically valued using the net asset value (“NAV”) provided by the investment traded. Equity commingled/mutual funds are typically valued using the net asset value (“NAV”) provided by the investment manager or administrator of the fund. The NAV is based on the value of the underlying assets owned by the fund, minus manager or administrator of the fund. The NAV is based on the value of the underlying assets owned by the fund, minus liabilities and divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, liabilities and divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, depending on availability of quoted market prices for identical or similar assets. depending on availability of quoted market prices for identical or similar assets. If available, fixed income securities are valued using the close price reported on the major market on which the individual If available, fixed income securities are valued using the close price reported on the major market on which the individual securities are traded and are classified as Level 1. The fair value of other fixed income securities is typically estimated using securities are traded and are classified as Level 1. The fair value of other fixed income securities is typically estimated using pricing models and quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics, and is generally classified as Level 2. pricing models and quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics, and is generally classified as Level 2. Cash equivalents includes money market accounts that are valued at their cost plus interest on a daily basis, which Cash equivalents includes money market accounts that are valued at their cost plus interest on a daily basis, which approximates fair value. Short-term investments represent securities with original maturities of one year or less. These assets approximates fair value. Short-term investments represent securities with original maturities of one year or less. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2. are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2. 76 76 77 77 The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine the projected benefit obligations for the Pension Plans were The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine the projected benefit obligations for the Pension Plans were Assumptions Assumptions as follows: as follows: Discount rate Discount rate Rate of compensation increase Rate of compensation increase Discount rate Discount rate Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets Rate of compensation increase Rate of compensation increase The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine benefit costs for the Pension Plans were as follows: The weighted-average actuarial assumptions used to determine benefit costs for the Pension Plans were as follows: 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 1.4 % 1.4 % 2.0 % 2.0 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 2.0 % 2.0 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.0 % 2.0 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 1.7 % 1.7 % 1.1 % 1.1 % 1.7 % 1.7 % 1.3 % 1.3 % 2.5 % 2.5 % 1.2 % 1.2 % 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 The Company develops a discount rate by calculating when the estimated benefit payments will be due. Management then The Company develops a discount rate by calculating when the estimated benefit payments will be due. Management then matches the benefit payments to high quality bonds which match the timing of the expected benefit payments to determine the matches the benefit payments to high quality bonds which match the timing of the expected benefit payments to determine the appropriate discount rate. appropriate discount rate. The Company develops the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets by analyzing rates of return in each plan as The Company develops the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets by analyzing rates of return in each plan as well as the investment portfolio applicable to the plan depending on each plan’s economic environment. The Company’s well as the investment portfolio applicable to the plan depending on each plan’s economic environment. The Company’s estimates of future rates of return on assets is based in large part on the projected rate of return from the respective investment estimates of future rates of return on assets is based in large part on the projected rate of return from the respective investment managers using a long-term view of historical returns, as well as actuarial recommendations using the most current generational managers using a long-term view of historical returns, as well as actuarial recommendations using the most current generational and mortality tables and rates. As of July 2, 2021, Pension Plan assets materially consisted of plan assets related to the Japan and mortality tables and rates. As of July 2, 2021, Pension Plan assets materially consisted of plan assets related to the Japan Pension Plan and as such the assumption used herein is primarily related to the Japan Pension Plan. Pension Plan and as such the assumption used herein is primarily related to the Japan Pension Plan. The Company develops the rate of compensation increase assumptions using local compensation practices and historical The Company develops the rate of compensation increase assumptions using local compensation practices and historical rates of increases. rates of increases. Plan Assets Plan Assets Investment Policies and Strategies Investment Policies and Strategies The investment policy in the Pension Plans is to generate a stable return on investments over a long-term horizon in order The investment policy in the Pension Plans is to generate a stable return on investments over a long-term horizon in order to have adequate pension funds to meet the Company’s future obligations. In order to achieve this investment goal, a diversified to have adequate pension funds to meet the Company’s future obligations. In order to achieve this investment goal, a diversified portfolio with target asset allocation and expected rate of return is established by considering factors such as composition of portfolio with target asset allocation and expected rate of return is established by considering factors such as composition of participants, level of funded status, capacity to absorb risks and the current economic environment. The target asset allocation is participants, level of funded status, capacity to absorb risks and the current economic environment. The target asset allocation is 55% in debt securities, 30% in equity securities, and the remaining 15% in other assets. Risk management is accomplished 55% in debt securities, 30% in equity securities, and the remaining 15% in other assets. Risk management is accomplished through diversification, periodic review of plan asset performance and appropriate realignment of asset allocation. Assumptions through diversification, periodic review of plan asset performance and appropriate realignment of asset allocation. Assumptions regarding the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets are periodically reviewed and are based on the historical trend of regarding the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets are periodically reviewed and are based on the historical trend of returns, the risk and correlation of each asset and the latest economic environment. returns, the risk and correlation of each asset and the latest economic environment. The expected long-term rate of return is estimated based on many factors, including expected forecast for inflation, risk The expected long-term rate of return is estimated based on many factors, including expected forecast for inflation, risk premiums for each asset class, expected asset allocation, current and future financial market conditions and diversification and premiums for each asset class, expected asset allocation, current and future financial market conditions and diversification and rebalancing strategies. Historical return patterns and correlations, consensus return forecasts and other relevant financial factors rebalancing strategies. Historical return patterns and correlations, consensus return forecasts and other relevant financial factors are analyzed periodically by the investment advisor so as to ensure that the expected long-term rate of return is reasonable and are analyzed periodically by the investment advisor so as to ensure that the expected long-term rate of return is reasonable and appropriate. appropriate. NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Weighted-Average Assumptions Weighted-Average Assumptions The following tables present the Pension Plans’ major asset categories and their associated fair values and net asset values The following tables present the Pension Plans’ major asset categories and their associated fair values and net asset values Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: as of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020: Plan assets measured at fair value: Plan assets measured at fair value: Equity: Equity: Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Fixed income: Fixed income: Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fair value of plan assets Fair value of plan assets Plan assets measured at net asset value: Plan assets measured at net asset value: Real estate investment trust Real estate investment trust Equity: Equity: Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Equity commingled/mutual funds(1)(2) Fixed income: Fixed income: Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Fixed income commingled/mutual funds(1)(3) Cash equivalents and short-term investments Cash equivalents and short-term investments Fair value of plan assets Fair value of plan assets Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total July 2, 2021 July 2, 2021 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ — $ — $ 73 $ 73 $ — $ — $ — — — $ — $ 123 123 196 $ 196 $ — — — $ — $ 73 73 123 123 196 196 $ $ 30 30 Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Total Total July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020 (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 72 $ 72 $ — $ — $ — — 12 12 131 131 — — — — — — 12 $ 12 $ 203 $ 203 $ — $ — $ 72 72 131 131 12 12 215 215 (1) Commingled funds represent pooled institutional investments. (1) Commingled funds represent pooled institutional investments. (2) Equity mutual funds invest primarily in equity securities. (2) Equity mutual funds invest primarily in equity securities. (3) Fixed income mutual funds invest primarily in fixed income securities. (3) Fixed income mutual funds invest primarily in fixed income securities. There were no significant movements of assets between any level categories in 2021 or 2020. There were no significant movements of assets between any level categories in 2021 or 2020. Fair Value Valuation Techniques Fair Value Valuation Techniques Equity securities are valued at the closing price reported on the stock exchange on which the individual securities are Equity securities are valued at the closing price reported on the stock exchange on which the individual securities are traded. Equity commingled/mutual funds are typically valued using the net asset value (“NAV”) provided by the investment traded. Equity commingled/mutual funds are typically valued using the net asset value (“NAV”) provided by the investment manager or administrator of the fund. The NAV is based on the value of the underlying assets owned by the fund, minus manager or administrator of the fund. The NAV is based on the value of the underlying assets owned by the fund, minus liabilities and divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, liabilities and divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, depending on availability of quoted market prices for identical or similar assets. depending on availability of quoted market prices for identical or similar assets. If available, fixed income securities are valued using the close price reported on the major market on which the individual If available, fixed income securities are valued using the close price reported on the major market on which the individual securities are traded and are classified as Level 1. The fair value of other fixed income securities is typically estimated using securities are traded and are classified as Level 1. The fair value of other fixed income securities is typically estimated using pricing models and quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics, and is generally classified as Level 2. pricing models and quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics, and is generally classified as Level 2. Cash equivalents includes money market accounts that are valued at their cost plus interest on a daily basis, which Cash equivalents includes money market accounts that are valued at their cost plus interest on a daily basis, which approximates fair value. Short-term investments represent securities with original maturities of one year or less. These assets approximates fair value. Short-term investments represent securities with original maturities of one year or less. These assets are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2. are classified as either Level 1 or Level 2. 76 76 77 77 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Cash Flows Cash Flows Note 9. Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies Note 9. Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies The Company’s expected employer contributions for 2022 and annual benefit payments over the next five years for its The Company’s expected employer contributions for 2022 and annual benefit payments over the next five years for its Flash Ventures Flash Ventures Pension Plans are not expected to be material. Pension Plans are not expected to be material. The Company procures substantially all of its flash-based memory wafers from its business ventures with Kioxia The Company procures substantially all of its flash-based memory wafers from its business ventures with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), which consists of three separate legal entities: Flash Partners Ltd. (“Flash Partners”), Flash Alliance Corporation (“Kioxia”), which consists of three separate legal entities: Flash Partners Ltd. (“Flash Partners”), Flash Alliance Ltd. (“Flash Alliance”), and Flash Forward Ltd. (“Flash Forward”), collectively referred to as “Flash Ventures”. The Company Ltd. (“Flash Alliance”), and Flash Forward Ltd. (“Flash Forward”), collectively referred to as “Flash Ventures”. The Company has a 49.9% ownership interest and Kioxia has a 50.1% ownership interest in each of these entities. Through Flash Ventures, has a 49.9% ownership interest and Kioxia has a 50.1% ownership interest in each of these entities. Through Flash Ventures, the Company and Kioxia collaborate in the development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers, which are the Company and Kioxia collaborate in the development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers, which are manufactured by Kioxia at its wafer fabrication facilities located in Japan using semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufactured by Kioxia at its wafer fabrication facilities located in Japan using semiconductor manufacturing equipment individually owned or leased by each Flash Ventures entity. Each Flash Ventures entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost individually owned or leased by each Flash Ventures entity. Each Flash Ventures entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to the Company and Kioxia at cost plus a markup. and then resells those wafers to the Company and Kioxia at cost plus a markup. Flash Partners. Flash Partners was formed in 2004 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y3” 300-millimeter Flash Partners. Flash Partners was formed in 2004 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y3” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Flash Alliance. Flash Alliance was formed in 2006 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y4” 300-millimeter Flash Alliance. Flash Alliance was formed in 2006 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y4” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Flash Forward. Flash Forward was formed in 2010 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y5” 300-millimeter Flash Forward. Flash Forward was formed in 2010 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y5” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y5 was built in two phases of approximately equal size. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y5 was built in two phases of approximately equal size. New Y2. The Company has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “New New Y2. The Company has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “New Y2” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. New Y2 primarily provided additional clean room Y2” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. New Y2 primarily provided additional clean room space to convert a portion of 2-dimensional (“2D”) flash-based wafer production capacity to 3-dimensional (“3D”) flash-based space to convert a portion of 2-dimensional (“2D”) flash-based wafer production capacity to 3-dimensional (“3D”) flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in New Y2 started in 2016. wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in New Y2 started in 2016. Y6. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “Y6” 300- Y6. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “Y6” 300- millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y6 is primarily intended to provide clean room space to continue the millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y6 is primarily intended to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing 2D flash-based wafer capacity to 3D flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based transition of existing 2D flash-based wafer capacity to 3D flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in Y6 started in 2018. wafers in Y6 started in 2018. K1. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “K1” K1. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “K1” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Kitakami, Japan. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Kitakami, Japan. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash-based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. K1 is now fully operational. In continue the transition of existing flash-based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. K1 is now fully operational. In connection with the start-up of this facility, the Company agreed to prepay an aggregate of approximately $360 million over a connection with the start-up of this facility, the Company agreed to prepay an aggregate of approximately $360 million over a 3-year period beginning in the first half of fiscal year 2020 toward K1 building depreciation, to be credited against future wafer 3-year period beginning in the first half of fiscal year 2020 toward K1 building depreciation, to be credited against future wafer charges. As of July 2, 2021, remaining committed prepayments totaled $77 million. charges. As of July 2, 2021, remaining committed prepayments totaled $77 million. The Company accounts for its ownership position of each entity within Flash Ventures under the equity method of The Company accounts for its ownership position of each entity within Flash Ventures under the equity method of accounting. The financial and other support provided by the Company in all periods presented was either contractually required accounting. The financial and other support provided by the Company in all periods presented was either contractually required or the result of a joint decision to expand wafer capacity, transition to new technologies or refinance existing equipment lease or the result of a joint decision to expand wafer capacity, transition to new technologies or refinance existing equipment lease commitments. Entities within Flash Ventures are VIEs. The Company evaluated whether it is the primary beneficiary of any of commitments. Entities within Flash Ventures are VIEs. The Company evaluated whether it is the primary beneficiary of any of the entities within Flash Ventures for all periods presented and determined that it is not the primary beneficiary of any of the the entities within Flash Ventures for all periods presented and determined that it is not the primary beneficiary of any of the entities within Flash Ventures because it does not have a controlling financial interest in any of those entities. In determining entities within Flash Ventures because it does not have a controlling financial interest in any of those entities. In determining whether the Company is the primary beneficiary, the Company analyzed the primary purpose and design of Flash Ventures, the whether the Company is the primary beneficiary, the Company analyzed the primary purpose and design of Flash Ventures, the activities that most significantly impact Flash Ventures’ economic performance, and whether the Company had the power to activities that most significantly impact Flash Ventures’ economic performance, and whether the Company had the power to direct those activities. The Company concluded, based upon its 49.9% ownership, the voting structure and the manner in which direct those activities. The Company concluded, based upon its 49.9% ownership, the voting structure and the manner in which the day-to-day operations are conducted for each entity within Flash Ventures, that the Company lacked the power to direct the day-to-day operations are conducted for each entity within Flash Ventures, that the Company lacked the power to direct most of the activities that most significantly impact the economic performance of each entity within Flash Ventures. most of the activities that most significantly impact the economic performance of each entity within Flash Ventures. 78 78 79 79 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Cash Flows Cash Flows Note 9. Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies Note 9. Related Parties and Related Commitments and Contingencies The Company’s expected employer contributions for 2022 and annual benefit payments over the next five years for its The Company’s expected employer contributions for 2022 and annual benefit payments over the next five years for its Flash Ventures Flash Ventures Pension Plans are not expected to be material. Pension Plans are not expected to be material. The Company procures substantially all of its flash-based memory wafers from its business ventures with Kioxia The Company procures substantially all of its flash-based memory wafers from its business ventures with Kioxia Corporation (“Kioxia”), which consists of three separate legal entities: Flash Partners Ltd. (“Flash Partners”), Flash Alliance Corporation (“Kioxia”), which consists of three separate legal entities: Flash Partners Ltd. (“Flash Partners”), Flash Alliance Ltd. (“Flash Alliance”), and Flash Forward Ltd. (“Flash Forward”), collectively referred to as “Flash Ventures”. The Company Ltd. (“Flash Alliance”), and Flash Forward Ltd. (“Flash Forward”), collectively referred to as “Flash Ventures”. The Company has a 49.9% ownership interest and Kioxia has a 50.1% ownership interest in each of these entities. Through Flash Ventures, has a 49.9% ownership interest and Kioxia has a 50.1% ownership interest in each of these entities. Through Flash Ventures, the Company and Kioxia collaborate in the development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers, which are the Company and Kioxia collaborate in the development and manufacture of flash-based memory wafers, which are manufactured by Kioxia at its wafer fabrication facilities located in Japan using semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufactured by Kioxia at its wafer fabrication facilities located in Japan using semiconductor manufacturing equipment individually owned or leased by each Flash Ventures entity. Each Flash Ventures entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost individually owned or leased by each Flash Ventures entity. Each Flash Ventures entity purchases wafers from Kioxia at cost and then resells those wafers to the Company and Kioxia at cost plus a markup. and then resells those wafers to the Company and Kioxia at cost plus a markup. Flash Partners. Flash Partners was formed in 2004 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y3” 300-millimeter Flash Partners. Flash Partners was formed in 2004 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y3” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Flash Alliance. Flash Alliance was formed in 2006 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y4” 300-millimeter Flash Alliance. Flash Alliance was formed in 2006 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y4” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Flash Forward. Flash Forward was formed in 2010 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y5” 300-millimeter Flash Forward. Flash Forward was formed in 2010 in connection with the construction of Kioxia’s “Y5” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y5 was built in two phases of approximately equal size. wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y5 was built in two phases of approximately equal size. New Y2. The Company has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “New New Y2. The Company has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “New Y2” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. New Y2 primarily provided additional clean room Y2” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Japan. New Y2 primarily provided additional clean room space to convert a portion of 2-dimensional (“2D”) flash-based wafer production capacity to 3-dimensional (“3D”) flash-based space to convert a portion of 2-dimensional (“2D”) flash-based wafer production capacity to 3-dimensional (“3D”) flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in New Y2 started in 2016. wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in New Y2 started in 2016. Y6. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “Y6” 300- Y6. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “Y6” 300- millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y6 is primarily intended to provide clean room space to continue the millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Yokkaichi, Japan. Y6 is primarily intended to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing 2D flash-based wafer capacity to 3D flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based transition of existing 2D flash-based wafer capacity to 3D flash-based wafer production capacity. Production of flash-based wafers in Y6 started in 2018. wafers in Y6 started in 2018. K1. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “K1” K1. The Company also has a facility agreement with Kioxia related to the construction and operation of Kioxia’s “K1” 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Kitakami, Japan. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to 300-millimeter wafer fabrication facility in Kitakami, Japan. The primary purpose of K1 is to provide clean room space to continue the transition of existing flash-based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. K1 is now fully operational. In continue the transition of existing flash-based wafer capacity to newer technology nodes. K1 is now fully operational. In connection with the start-up of this facility, the Company agreed to prepay an aggregate of approximately $360 million over a connection with the start-up of this facility, the Company agreed to prepay an aggregate of approximately $360 million over a 3-year period beginning in the first half of fiscal year 2020 toward K1 building depreciation, to be credited against future wafer 3-year period beginning in the first half of fiscal year 2020 toward K1 building depreciation, to be credited against future wafer charges. As of July 2, 2021, remaining committed prepayments totaled $77 million. charges. As of July 2, 2021, remaining committed prepayments totaled $77 million. The Company accounts for its ownership position of each entity within Flash Ventures under the equity method of The Company accounts for its ownership position of each entity within Flash Ventures under the equity method of accounting. The financial and other support provided by the Company in all periods presented was either contractually required accounting. The financial and other support provided by the Company in all periods presented was either contractually required or the result of a joint decision to expand wafer capacity, transition to new technologies or refinance existing equipment lease or the result of a joint decision to expand wafer capacity, transition to new technologies or refinance existing equipment lease commitments. Entities within Flash Ventures are VIEs. The Company evaluated whether it is the primary beneficiary of any of commitments. Entities within Flash Ventures are VIEs. The Company evaluated whether it is the primary beneficiary of any of the entities within Flash Ventures for all periods presented and determined that it is not the primary beneficiary of any of the the entities within Flash Ventures for all periods presented and determined that it is not the primary beneficiary of any of the entities within Flash Ventures because it does not have a controlling financial interest in any of those entities. In determining entities within Flash Ventures because it does not have a controlling financial interest in any of those entities. In determining whether the Company is the primary beneficiary, the Company analyzed the primary purpose and design of Flash Ventures, the whether the Company is the primary beneficiary, the Company analyzed the primary purpose and design of Flash Ventures, the activities that most significantly impact Flash Ventures’ economic performance, and whether the Company had the power to activities that most significantly impact Flash Ventures’ economic performance, and whether the Company had the power to direct those activities. The Company concluded, based upon its 49.9% ownership, the voting structure and the manner in which direct those activities. The Company concluded, based upon its 49.9% ownership, the voting structure and the manner in which the day-to-day operations are conducted for each entity within Flash Ventures, that the Company lacked the power to direct the day-to-day operations are conducted for each entity within Flash Ventures, that the Company lacked the power to direct most of the activities that most significantly impact the economic performance of each entity within Flash Ventures. most of the activities that most significantly impact the economic performance of each entity within Flash Ventures. 78 78 79 79 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION The following table presents the notes receivable from, and equity investments in, Flash Ventures as of July 2, 2021 and The following table presents the notes receivable from, and equity investments in, Flash Ventures as of July 2, 2021 and Flash Ventures has historically operated near 100% of its manufacturing capacity. During 2019, as a result of flash Flash Ventures has historically operated near 100% of its manufacturing capacity. During 2019, as a result of flash July 3, 2020: July 3, 2020: Notes receivable, Flash Partners Notes receivable, Flash Partners Notes receivable, Flash Alliance Notes receivable, Flash Alliance Notes receivable, Flash Forward Notes receivable, Flash Forward Investment in Flash Partners Investment in Flash Partners Investment in Flash Alliance Investment in Flash Alliance Investment in Flash Forward Investment in Flash Forward July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 $ $ (in millions) (in millions) 191 $ 191 $ 213 213 561 561 199 199 293 293 129 129 273 273 301 301 670 670 203 203 300 300 128 128 Total notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures Total notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures $ $ 1,586 $ 1,586 $ 1,875 1,875 During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made net payments to Flash Ventures of $4.36 billion, $3.09 billion and $4.13 During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made net payments to Flash Ventures of $4.36 billion, $3.09 billion and $4.13 billion, respectively, for purchased flash-based memory wafers and net loans. billion, respectively, for purchased flash-based memory wafers and net loans. The Company makes, or will make, loans to Flash Ventures to fund equipment investments for new process technologies The Company makes, or will make, loans to Flash Ventures to fund equipment investments for new process technologies and additional wafer capacity. The Company aggregates its Flash Ventures’ notes receivable into one class of financing and additional wafer capacity. The Company aggregates its Flash Ventures’ notes receivable into one class of financing receivables due to the similar ownership interest and common structure in each Flash Venture entity. For all reporting periods receivables due to the similar ownership interest and common structure in each Flash Venture entity. For all reporting periods presented, no loans were past due and no loan impairments were recorded. The Company’s notes receivable from each Flash presented, no loans were past due and no loan impairments were recorded. The Company’s notes receivable from each Flash Ventures entity, denominated in Japanese yen, are secured by equipment owned by that Flash Ventures entity. Ventures entity, denominated in Japanese yen, are secured by equipment owned by that Flash Ventures entity. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had Accounts payable balances due to Flash Ventures of $398 million As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had Accounts payable balances due to Flash Ventures of $398 million and $407 million, respectively. and $407 million, respectively. The Company’s maximum reasonably estimable loss exposure (excluding lost profits) as a result of its involvement with The Company’s maximum reasonably estimable loss exposure (excluding lost profits) as a result of its involvement with Flash Ventures, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate at July 2, 2021, is presented below. Investments in Flash Ventures, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate at July 2, 2021, is presented below. Investments in Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen, and the maximum estimable loss exposure excludes any cumulative Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen, and the maximum estimable loss exposure excludes any cumulative translation adjustment due to revaluation from the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar. translation adjustment due to revaluation from the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar. Notes receivable Notes receivable Equity investments Equity investments Operating lease guarantees Operating lease guarantees Inventory and prepayments Inventory and prepayments Maximum estimable loss exposure Maximum estimable loss exposure July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 965 965 621 621 1,973 1,973 712 712 4,271 4,271 As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company’s retained earnings included undistributed earnings of Flash Ventures As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company’s retained earnings included undistributed earnings of Flash Ventures of $33 million and $24 million, respectively. of $33 million and $24 million, respectively. The Company is obligated to pay for variable costs incurred in producing its share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory The Company is obligated to pay for variable costs incurred in producing its share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on its three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, the wafer supply, based on its three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, the Company is obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output the Company chooses to purchase. Company is obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output the Company chooses to purchase. The Company is not able to estimate its total wafer purchase commitment obligation beyond its rolling three-month purchase The Company is not able to estimate its total wafer purchase commitment obligation beyond its rolling three-month purchase commitment because the price is determined by reference to the future cost of producing the semiconductor wafers. In addition, commitment because the price is determined by reference to the future cost of producing the semiconductor wafers. In addition, the Company is committed to fund 49.9% to 50.0% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that Flash the Company is committed to fund 49.9% to 50.0% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. business conditions, the Company temporarily reduced its utilization of its share of Flash Ventures’ manufacturing capacity to business conditions, the Company temporarily reduced its utilization of its share of Flash Ventures’ manufacturing capacity to an abnormally low level to more closely align the Company’s flash-based wafer supply with the projected demand. In 2019, the an abnormally low level to more closely align the Company’s flash-based wafer supply with the projected demand. In 2019, the Company incurred costs of $264 million associated with the reduction in utilization, which was recorded as a charge to Cost of Company incurred costs of $264 million associated with the reduction in utilization, which was recorded as a charge to Cost of revenue. revenue. In June 2019, an unexpected power outage incident occurred at the flash-based memory manufacturing facilities operated In June 2019, an unexpected power outage incident occurred at the flash-based memory manufacturing facilities operated by Flash Ventures in Yokkaichi, Japan. The power outage incident impacted the facilities and process tools and resulted in the by Flash Ventures in Yokkaichi, Japan. The power outage incident impacted the facilities and process tools and resulted in the damage of flash wafers in production and a reduction in the Company’s flash wafer availability. As a result of this incident, the damage of flash wafers in production and a reduction in the Company’s flash wafer availability. As a result of this incident, the Company incurred charges of $68 million and $145 million in 2020 and 2019, respectively, which were recorded in Cost of Company incurred charges of $68 million and $145 million in 2020 and 2019, respectively, which were recorded in Cost of revenue and primarily consisted of the write-off of damaged inventory and unabsorbed manufacturing overhead costs. In 2021, revenue and primarily consisted of the write-off of damaged inventory and unabsorbed manufacturing overhead costs. In 2021, the Company recovered $75 million related to this incident from its insurance carriers, which was recorded in Cost of revenue. the Company recovered $75 million related to this incident from its insurance carriers, which was recorded in Cost of revenue. Inventory Purchase Commitments with Flash Ventures. Purchase orders placed under Flash Ventures for up to three Inventory Purchase Commitments with Flash Ventures. Purchase orders placed under Flash Ventures for up to three months are binding and cannot be canceled. months are binding and cannot be canceled. Research and Development Activities. The Company participates in common R&D activities with Kioxia and is Research and Development Activities. The Company participates in common R&D activities with Kioxia and is contractually committed to a minimum funding level. R&D commitments are immaterial to the Consolidated Financial contractually committed to a minimum funding level. R&D commitments are immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Statements. Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into equipment lease agreements of which the Company guarantees half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease equipment lease agreements of which the Company guarantees half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The lease agreements are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events related to Flash Ventures and each agreement. The lease agreements are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events related to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of Flash Ventures’ obligations and a of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of Flash Ventures’ obligations and a call on the Company’s guarantees. call on the Company’s guarantees. The following table presents the Company’s portion of the remaining guarantee obligations under the Flash Ventures’ lease The following table presents the Company’s portion of the remaining guarantee obligations under the Flash Ventures’ lease facilities in both Japanese yen and U.S. dollar-equivalent, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, facilities in both Japanese yen and U.S. dollar-equivalent, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, The following table details the breakdown of the Company’s remaining guarantee obligations between the principal The following table details the breakdown of the Company’s remaining guarantee obligations between the principal amortization and the purchase option exercise price at the end of the term of the Flash Ventures lease agreements, in annual amortization and the purchase option exercise price at the end of the term of the Flash Ventures lease agreements, in annual installments as of July 2, 2021 in U.S. dollars, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, 2021: installments as of July 2, 2021 in U.S. dollars, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, 2021: Lease Amounts Lease Amounts (Japanese yen, in (Japanese yen, in (U.S. dollar, in (U.S. dollar, in billions) billions) millions) millions) ¥ ¥ 220 $ 220 $ 1,973 1,973 Payment of Payment of Principal Principal Amortization Amortization Purchase Option Purchase Option Exercise Price at Exercise Price at Final Lease Terms Final Lease Terms Guarantee Guarantee Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 560 $ 560 $ 48 $ 48 $ 445 445 290 290 115 115 64 64 65 65 117 117 107 107 162 162 608 608 510 510 407 407 222 222 226 226 $ $ 1,474 $ 1,474 $ 499 $ 499 $ 1,973 1,973 2021. 2021. Total guarantee obligations Total guarantee obligations Annual Installments Annual Installments 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 and thereafter 2026 and thereafter Total guarantee obligations Total guarantee obligations 80 80 81 81 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) The following table presents the notes receivable from, and equity investments in, Flash Ventures as of July 2, 2021 and The following table presents the notes receivable from, and equity investments in, Flash Ventures as of July 2, 2021 and Flash Ventures has historically operated near 100% of its manufacturing capacity. During 2019, as a result of flash Flash Ventures has historically operated near 100% of its manufacturing capacity. During 2019, as a result of flash July 3, 2020: July 3, 2020: Notes receivable, Flash Partners Notes receivable, Flash Partners Notes receivable, Flash Alliance Notes receivable, Flash Alliance Notes receivable, Flash Forward Notes receivable, Flash Forward Investment in Flash Partners Investment in Flash Partners Investment in Flash Alliance Investment in Flash Alliance Investment in Flash Forward Investment in Flash Forward July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 $ $ (in millions) (in millions) 191 $ 191 $ 213 213 561 561 199 199 293 293 129 129 273 273 301 301 670 670 203 203 300 300 128 128 Total notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures Total notes receivable and investments in Flash Ventures $ $ 1,586 $ 1,586 $ 1,875 1,875 During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made net payments to Flash Ventures of $4.36 billion, $3.09 billion and $4.13 During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made net payments to Flash Ventures of $4.36 billion, $3.09 billion and $4.13 billion, respectively, for purchased flash-based memory wafers and net loans. billion, respectively, for purchased flash-based memory wafers and net loans. The Company makes, or will make, loans to Flash Ventures to fund equipment investments for new process technologies The Company makes, or will make, loans to Flash Ventures to fund equipment investments for new process technologies and additional wafer capacity. The Company aggregates its Flash Ventures’ notes receivable into one class of financing and additional wafer capacity. The Company aggregates its Flash Ventures’ notes receivable into one class of financing receivables due to the similar ownership interest and common structure in each Flash Venture entity. For all reporting periods receivables due to the similar ownership interest and common structure in each Flash Venture entity. For all reporting periods presented, no loans were past due and no loan impairments were recorded. The Company’s notes receivable from each Flash presented, no loans were past due and no loan impairments were recorded. The Company’s notes receivable from each Flash Ventures entity, denominated in Japanese yen, are secured by equipment owned by that Flash Ventures entity. Ventures entity, denominated in Japanese yen, are secured by equipment owned by that Flash Ventures entity. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had Accounts payable balances due to Flash Ventures of $398 million As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had Accounts payable balances due to Flash Ventures of $398 million and $407 million, respectively. and $407 million, respectively. The Company’s maximum reasonably estimable loss exposure (excluding lost profits) as a result of its involvement with The Company’s maximum reasonably estimable loss exposure (excluding lost profits) as a result of its involvement with Flash Ventures, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate at July 2, 2021, is presented below. Investments in Flash Ventures, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate at July 2, 2021, is presented below. Investments in Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen, and the maximum estimable loss exposure excludes any cumulative Flash Ventures are denominated in Japanese yen, and the maximum estimable loss exposure excludes any cumulative translation adjustment due to revaluation from the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar. translation adjustment due to revaluation from the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar. Notes receivable Notes receivable Equity investments Equity investments Operating lease guarantees Operating lease guarantees Inventory and prepayments Inventory and prepayments Maximum estimable loss exposure Maximum estimable loss exposure July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 965 965 621 621 1,973 1,973 712 712 4,271 4,271 business conditions, the Company temporarily reduced its utilization of its share of Flash Ventures’ manufacturing capacity to business conditions, the Company temporarily reduced its utilization of its share of Flash Ventures’ manufacturing capacity to an abnormally low level to more closely align the Company’s flash-based wafer supply with the projected demand. In 2019, the an abnormally low level to more closely align the Company’s flash-based wafer supply with the projected demand. In 2019, the Company incurred costs of $264 million associated with the reduction in utilization, which was recorded as a charge to Cost of Company incurred costs of $264 million associated with the reduction in utilization, which was recorded as a charge to Cost of revenue. revenue. In June 2019, an unexpected power outage incident occurred at the flash-based memory manufacturing facilities operated In June 2019, an unexpected power outage incident occurred at the flash-based memory manufacturing facilities operated by Flash Ventures in Yokkaichi, Japan. The power outage incident impacted the facilities and process tools and resulted in the by Flash Ventures in Yokkaichi, Japan. The power outage incident impacted the facilities and process tools and resulted in the damage of flash wafers in production and a reduction in the Company’s flash wafer availability. As a result of this incident, the damage of flash wafers in production and a reduction in the Company’s flash wafer availability. As a result of this incident, the Company incurred charges of $68 million and $145 million in 2020 and 2019, respectively, which were recorded in Cost of Company incurred charges of $68 million and $145 million in 2020 and 2019, respectively, which were recorded in Cost of revenue and primarily consisted of the write-off of damaged inventory and unabsorbed manufacturing overhead costs. In 2021, revenue and primarily consisted of the write-off of damaged inventory and unabsorbed manufacturing overhead costs. In 2021, the Company recovered $75 million related to this incident from its insurance carriers, which was recorded in Cost of revenue. the Company recovered $75 million related to this incident from its insurance carriers, which was recorded in Cost of revenue. Inventory Purchase Commitments with Flash Ventures. Purchase orders placed under Flash Ventures for up to three Inventory Purchase Commitments with Flash Ventures. Purchase orders placed under Flash Ventures for up to three months are binding and cannot be canceled. months are binding and cannot be canceled. Research and Development Activities. The Company participates in common R&D activities with Kioxia and is Research and Development Activities. The Company participates in common R&D activities with Kioxia and is contractually committed to a minimum funding level. R&D commitments are immaterial to the Consolidated Financial contractually committed to a minimum funding level. R&D commitments are immaterial to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Statements. Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into Flash Ventures sells to and leases back from a consortium of financial institutions a portion of its tools and has entered into equipment lease agreements of which the Company guarantees half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease equipment lease agreements of which the Company guarantees half or all of the outstanding obligations under each lease agreement. The lease agreements are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events related to Flash Ventures and each agreement. The lease agreements are subject to customary covenants and cancellation events related to Flash Ventures and each of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of Flash Ventures’ obligations and a of the guarantors. The occurrence of a cancellation event could result in an acceleration of Flash Ventures’ obligations and a call on the Company’s guarantees. call on the Company’s guarantees. The following table presents the Company’s portion of the remaining guarantee obligations under the Flash Ventures’ lease The following table presents the Company’s portion of the remaining guarantee obligations under the Flash Ventures’ lease facilities in both Japanese yen and U.S. dollar-equivalent, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, facilities in both Japanese yen and U.S. dollar-equivalent, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, 2021. 2021. Total guarantee obligations Total guarantee obligations Lease Amounts Lease Amounts (Japanese yen, in (Japanese yen, in billions) billions) (U.S. dollar, in (U.S. dollar, in millions) millions) ¥ ¥ 220 $ 220 $ 1,973 1,973 The following table details the breakdown of the Company’s remaining guarantee obligations between the principal The following table details the breakdown of the Company’s remaining guarantee obligations between the principal amortization and the purchase option exercise price at the end of the term of the Flash Ventures lease agreements, in annual amortization and the purchase option exercise price at the end of the term of the Flash Ventures lease agreements, in annual installments as of July 2, 2021 in U.S. dollars, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, 2021: installments as of July 2, 2021 in U.S. dollars, based upon the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate as of July 2, 2021: As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company’s retained earnings included undistributed earnings of Flash Ventures As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company’s retained earnings included undistributed earnings of Flash Ventures of $33 million and $24 million, respectively. of $33 million and $24 million, respectively. The Company is obligated to pay for variable costs incurred in producing its share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory The Company is obligated to pay for variable costs incurred in producing its share of Flash Ventures’ flash-based memory wafer supply, based on its three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, the wafer supply, based on its three-month forecast, which generally equals 50% of Flash Ventures’ output. In addition, the Company is obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output the Company chooses to purchase. Company is obligated to pay for half of Flash Ventures’ fixed costs regardless of the output the Company chooses to purchase. The Company is not able to estimate its total wafer purchase commitment obligation beyond its rolling three-month purchase The Company is not able to estimate its total wafer purchase commitment obligation beyond its rolling three-month purchase commitment because the price is determined by reference to the future cost of producing the semiconductor wafers. In addition, commitment because the price is determined by reference to the future cost of producing the semiconductor wafers. In addition, the Company is committed to fund 49.9% to 50.0% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that Flash the Company is committed to fund 49.9% to 50.0% of each Flash Ventures entity’s capital investments to the extent that Flash Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. Ventures entity’s operating cash flow is insufficient to fund these investments. Annual Installments Annual Installments 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 and thereafter 2026 and thereafter Total guarantee obligations Total guarantee obligations Payment of Payment of Principal Principal Amortization Amortization Purchase Option Purchase Option Exercise Price at Exercise Price at Final Lease Terms Final Lease Terms Guarantee Guarantee Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 560 $ 560 $ 48 $ 48 $ 445 445 290 290 115 115 64 64 65 65 117 117 107 107 162 162 608 608 510 510 407 407 222 222 226 226 $ $ 1,474 $ 1,474 $ 499 $ 499 $ 1,973 1,973 80 80 81 81 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION The Company and Kioxia have agreed to mutually contribute to, and indemnify each other and Flash Ventures for, The Company and Kioxia have agreed to mutually contribute to, and indemnify each other and Flash Ventures for, Note 10. Leases and Other Commitments Note 10. Leases and Other Commitments environmental remediation costs or liability resulting from Flash Ventures’ manufacturing operations in certain circumstances. environmental remediation costs or liability resulting from Flash Ventures’ manufacturing operations in certain circumstances. The Company has not made any indemnification payments, nor recorded any indemnification receivables, under any such The Company has not made any indemnification payments, nor recorded any indemnification receivables, under any such agreements. As of July 2, 2021, no amounts have been accrued in the Consolidated Financial Statements with respect to these agreements. As of July 2, 2021, no amounts have been accrued in the Consolidated Financial Statements with respect to these indemnification agreements. indemnification agreements. Leases Leases Unis Venture Unis Venture The Company has a joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), The Company has a joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred to as the “Unis Venture”, to market and sell the Company’s products in China and to develop data storage systems for referred to as the “Unis Venture”, to market and sell the Company’s products in China and to develop data storage systems for the Chinese market in the future. The Unis Venture is 49% owned by the Company and 51% owned by Unis. The Company the Chinese market in the future. The Unis Venture is 49% owned by the Company and 51% owned by Unis. The Company accounts for its investment in the Unis Venture under the equity method of accounting. Revenue on products distributed by the accounts for its investment in the Unis Venture under the equity method of accounting. Revenue on products distributed by the Unis Venture is recognized upon sell through to third-party customers. For the years ended July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and Unis Venture is recognized upon sell through to third-party customers. For the years ended July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, the Company recognized approximately 3%, 1%, and 1% of its consolidated revenue on products distributed by June 28, 2019, the Company recognized approximately 3%, 1%, and 1% of its consolidated revenue on products distributed by the Unis Venture, respectively. The outstanding accounts receivable due from and investment in the Unis Venture were 5% and the Unis Venture, respectively. The outstanding accounts receivable due from and investment in the Unis Venture were 5% and 4% of Accounts receivable, net as of both July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. 4% of Accounts receivable, net as of both July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. The Company leases certain domestic and international facilities and data center space under long-term, non-cancelable The Company leases certain domestic and international facilities and data center space under long-term, non-cancelable operating leases that expire at various dates through 2034. These leases include no material variable or contingent lease operating leases that expire at various dates through 2034. These leases include no material variable or contingent lease payments. Operating lease assets and liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the remaining lease payments payments. Operating lease assets and liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the remaining lease payments discounted using the Company’s incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease assets also include prepaid lease payments minus discounted using the Company’s incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease assets also include prepaid lease payments minus any lease incentives. Extension or termination options present in the Company’s lease agreements are included in determining any lease incentives. Extension or termination options present in the Company’s lease agreements are included in determining the right-of-use asset and lease liability when it is reasonably certain the Company will exercise that option. Lease expense is the right-of-use asset and lease liability when it is reasonably certain the Company will exercise that option. Lease expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The following table summarizes supplemental balance sheet information recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The following table summarizes supplemental balance sheet information related to operating leases as of July 2, 2021: related to operating leases as of July 2, 2021: Minimum lease payments by fiscal year: Minimum lease payments by fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Thereafter Thereafter Total future minimum lease payments Total future minimum lease payments Less: Imputed Interest Less: Imputed Interest Present value of lease liabilities Present value of lease liabilities Less: Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Less: Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Long-term operating lease liabilities (included in Other liabilities ) Long-term operating lease liabilities (included in Other liabilities ) Operating lease right-of-use assets (included in Other non-current assets) Operating lease right-of-use assets (included in Other non-current assets) Weighted average remaining lease term in years Weighted average remaining lease term in years Weighted average discount rate Weighted average discount rate The following table summarizes supplemental disclosures of operating cost and cash flow information related to operating The following table summarizes supplemental disclosures of operating cost and cash flow information related to operating leases for the year ended July 2, 2021: leases for the year ended July 2, 2021: Cost of operating leases Cost of operating leases Cash paid for operating leases Cash paid for operating leases Operating lease assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities Operating lease assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities Cost of operating leases was as follows: Cost of operating leases was as follows: Cost of operating leases Cost of operating leases 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 50 $ 50 $ 55 $ 55 $ 47 47 Lease Amounts Lease Amounts (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 40 40 34 34 33 33 31 31 30 30 116 116 284 284 (47) (47) 237 237 33 33 204 204 222 222 8.4 8.4 3.8 % 3.8 % $ $ $ $ Year Ended Year Ended July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 50 50 51 51 29 29 82 82 83 83 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) The Company and Kioxia have agreed to mutually contribute to, and indemnify each other and Flash Ventures for, The Company and Kioxia have agreed to mutually contribute to, and indemnify each other and Flash Ventures for, Note 10. Leases and Other Commitments Note 10. Leases and Other Commitments environmental remediation costs or liability resulting from Flash Ventures’ manufacturing operations in certain circumstances. environmental remediation costs or liability resulting from Flash Ventures’ manufacturing operations in certain circumstances. The Company has not made any indemnification payments, nor recorded any indemnification receivables, under any such The Company has not made any indemnification payments, nor recorded any indemnification receivables, under any such Leases Leases agreements. As of July 2, 2021, no amounts have been accrued in the Consolidated Financial Statements with respect to these agreements. As of July 2, 2021, no amounts have been accrued in the Consolidated Financial Statements with respect to these indemnification agreements. indemnification agreements. Unis Venture Unis Venture The Company has a joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), The Company has a joint venture with Unisplendour Corporation Limited and Unissoft (Wuxi) Group Co. Ltd. (“Unis”), referred to as the “Unis Venture”, to market and sell the Company’s products in China and to develop data storage systems for referred to as the “Unis Venture”, to market and sell the Company’s products in China and to develop data storage systems for the Chinese market in the future. The Unis Venture is 49% owned by the Company and 51% owned by Unis. The Company the Chinese market in the future. The Unis Venture is 49% owned by the Company and 51% owned by Unis. The Company accounts for its investment in the Unis Venture under the equity method of accounting. Revenue on products distributed by the accounts for its investment in the Unis Venture under the equity method of accounting. Revenue on products distributed by the Unis Venture is recognized upon sell through to third-party customers. For the years ended July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and Unis Venture is recognized upon sell through to third-party customers. For the years ended July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, the Company recognized approximately 3%, 1%, and 1% of its consolidated revenue on products distributed by June 28, 2019, the Company recognized approximately 3%, 1%, and 1% of its consolidated revenue on products distributed by the Unis Venture, respectively. The outstanding accounts receivable due from and investment in the Unis Venture were 5% and the Unis Venture, respectively. The outstanding accounts receivable due from and investment in the Unis Venture were 5% and 4% of Accounts receivable, net as of both July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. 4% of Accounts receivable, net as of both July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, respectively. The Company leases certain domestic and international facilities and data center space under long-term, non-cancelable The Company leases certain domestic and international facilities and data center space under long-term, non-cancelable operating leases that expire at various dates through 2034. These leases include no material variable or contingent lease operating leases that expire at various dates through 2034. These leases include no material variable or contingent lease payments. Operating lease assets and liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the remaining lease payments payments. Operating lease assets and liabilities are recognized based on the present value of the remaining lease payments discounted using the Company’s incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease assets also include prepaid lease payments minus discounted using the Company’s incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease assets also include prepaid lease payments minus any lease incentives. Extension or termination options present in the Company’s lease agreements are included in determining any lease incentives. Extension or termination options present in the Company’s lease agreements are included in determining the right-of-use asset and lease liability when it is reasonably certain the Company will exercise that option. Lease expense is the right-of-use asset and lease liability when it is reasonably certain the Company will exercise that option. Lease expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The following table summarizes supplemental balance sheet information recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The following table summarizes supplemental balance sheet information related to operating leases as of July 2, 2021: related to operating leases as of July 2, 2021: Minimum lease payments by fiscal year: Minimum lease payments by fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Thereafter Thereafter Total future minimum lease payments Total future minimum lease payments Less: Imputed Interest Less: Imputed Interest Present value of lease liabilities Present value of lease liabilities Less: Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Less: Current portion (included in Accrued expenses) Long-term operating lease liabilities (included in Other liabilities ) Long-term operating lease liabilities (included in Other liabilities ) Operating lease right-of-use assets (included in Other non-current assets) Operating lease right-of-use assets (included in Other non-current assets) Weighted average remaining lease term in years Weighted average remaining lease term in years Weighted average discount rate Weighted average discount rate Lease Amounts Lease Amounts (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ $ $ 40 40 34 34 33 33 31 31 30 30 116 116 284 284 (47) (47) 237 237 33 33 204 204 222 222 8.4 8.4 3.8 % 3.8 % The following table summarizes supplemental disclosures of operating cost and cash flow information related to operating The following table summarizes supplemental disclosures of operating cost and cash flow information related to operating leases for the year ended July 2, 2021: leases for the year ended July 2, 2021: Cost of operating leases Cost of operating leases Cash paid for operating leases Cash paid for operating leases Operating lease assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities Operating lease assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities Cost of operating leases was as follows: Cost of operating leases was as follows: Year Ended Year Ended July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 50 50 51 51 29 29 Cost of operating leases Cost of operating leases 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ 50 $ 50 $ 55 $ 55 $ 47 47 82 82 83 83 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Purchase Agreements and Other Commitments Purchase Agreements and Other Commitments In the normal course of business, the Company enters into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components In the normal course of business, the Company enters into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components used to manufacture its products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production used to manufacture its products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any time prior to shipment of the components. The Company also enters into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain any time prior to shipment of the components. The Company also enters into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s components. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had the following minimum long-term commitments: vendor’s components. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had the following minimum long-term commitments: Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Thereafter Thereafter Total Total Sale-Leaseback Sale-Leaseback Long-term Long-term commitments commitments (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 630 630 530 530 281 281 148 148 20 20 170 170 $ $ 1,779 1,779 Note 11. Business Segment, Geographic Information, and Concentration of Risk Note 11. Business Segment, Geographic Information, and Concentration of Risk The Company manufactures, markets, and sells data storage devices and solutions in the U.S. and in foreign countries The Company manufactures, markets, and sells data storage devices and solutions in the U.S. and in foreign countries through its sales personnel, dealers, distributors, retailers, and subsidiaries. Historically, the Company has managed and through its sales personnel, dealers, distributors, retailers, and subsidiaries. Historically, the Company has managed and reported under a single operating segment. Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, the Chief Executive Officer, who is the reported under a single operating segment. Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, the Chief Executive Officer, who is the Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker, announced a decision to reorganize the Company’s business by forming two Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker, announced a decision to reorganize the Company’s business by forming two separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives. To align the new operating model and business separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives. To align the new operating model and business structure, the Company is making management organizational changes and implementing new reporting modules and processes structure, the Company is making management organizational changes and implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. Management expects to finalize its assessment of its operating segments to provide discrete information to manage the business. Management expects to finalize its assessment of its operating segments when the implementations and transitions are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. when the implementations and transitions are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company’s operations outside the United States include manufacturing facilities in China, Japan, Malaysia, the The Company’s operations outside the United States include manufacturing facilities in China, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand, as well as sales offices throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. The Philippines and Thailand, as well as sales offices throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. The following tables summarize the Company’s operations by geographic area: following tables summarize the Company’s operations by geographic area: In April 2019, the Company completed a sale and leaseback of its manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. The In April 2019, the Company completed a sale and leaseback of its manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. The Company received proceeds from the sale of $115 million and recognized a loss of $25 million. The property is being leased Company received proceeds from the sale of $115 million and recognized a loss of $25 million. The property is being leased back over a term of 15 years at an annual lease rate of $7 million for the first year and increasing by 3% per year thereafter. The back over a term of 15 years at an annual lease rate of $7 million for the first year and increasing by 3% per year thereafter. The lease includes four 5-year renewal options for the ability to extend up to an additional 20 years. lease includes four 5-year renewal options for the ability to extend up to an additional 20 years. (1) Net revenue is attributed to geographic regions based on the ship-to location of the customer. License and royalty revenue (1) Net revenue is attributed to geographic regions based on the ship-to location of the customer. License and royalty revenue is attributed to countries based upon the location of the headquarters of the licensee. is attributed to countries based upon the location of the headquarters of the licensee. (1) Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment and are attributed to the geographic location in which they are (1) Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment and are attributed to the geographic location in which they are 84 84 85 85 Net revenue (1) Net revenue (1) United States United States China China Hong Kong Hong Kong Rest of Asia Rest of Asia Other Other Total Total Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa Long-lived assets (1) Long-lived assets (1) United States United States Malaysia Malaysia China China Thailand Thailand Rest of Asia Rest of Asia Total Total located. located. Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 3,789 $ 3,789 $ 4,679 $ 4,679 $ 4,339 4,339 3,624 3,624 1,492 1,492 3,061 3,061 617 617 4,075 4,075 2,592 2,592 1,699 1,699 2,926 2,926 765 765 $ $ 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 3,602 3,602 3,861 3,861 3,122 3,122 2,116 2,116 3,109 3,109 759 759 949 949 643 643 373 373 472 472 366 366 51 51 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 1,068 $ 1,068 $ 632 632 395 395 651 651 398 398 44 44 $ $ 3,188 $ 3,188 $ 2,854 2,854 Purchase Agreements and Other Commitments Purchase Agreements and Other Commitments In the normal course of business, the Company enters into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components In the normal course of business, the Company enters into purchase orders with suppliers for the purchase of components during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at during the next quarter, are recorded as a liability upon receipt of the components, and generally may be changed or canceled at any time prior to shipment of the components. The Company also enters into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain any time prior to shipment of the components. The Company also enters into long-term agreements with suppliers that contain fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the fixed future commitments, which are contingent on certain conditions such as performance, quality and technology of the vendor’s components. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had the following minimum long-term commitments: vendor’s components. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had the following minimum long-term commitments: Fiscal year: Fiscal year: 2022 2022 2023 2023 2024 2024 2025 2025 2026 2026 Thereafter Thereafter Total Total Sale-Leaseback Sale-Leaseback In April 2019, the Company completed a sale and leaseback of its manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. The In April 2019, the Company completed a sale and leaseback of its manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. The Company received proceeds from the sale of $115 million and recognized a loss of $25 million. The property is being leased Company received proceeds from the sale of $115 million and recognized a loss of $25 million. The property is being leased back over a term of 15 years at an annual lease rate of $7 million for the first year and increasing by 3% per year thereafter. The back over a term of 15 years at an annual lease rate of $7 million for the first year and increasing by 3% per year thereafter. The lease includes four 5-year renewal options for the ability to extend up to an additional 20 years. lease includes four 5-year renewal options for the ability to extend up to an additional 20 years. NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) used to manufacture its products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production used to manufacture its products. These purchase orders generally cover forecasted component supplies needed for production The Company manufactures, markets, and sells data storage devices and solutions in the U.S. and in foreign countries The Company manufactures, markets, and sells data storage devices and solutions in the U.S. and in foreign countries Note 11. Business Segment, Geographic Information, and Concentration of Risk Note 11. Business Segment, Geographic Information, and Concentration of Risk Long-term Long-term commitments commitments (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 630 630 530 530 281 281 148 148 20 20 170 170 $ $ 1,779 1,779 through its sales personnel, dealers, distributors, retailers, and subsidiaries. Historically, the Company has managed and through its sales personnel, dealers, distributors, retailers, and subsidiaries. Historically, the Company has managed and reported under a single operating segment. Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, the Chief Executive Officer, who is the reported under a single operating segment. Late in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, the Chief Executive Officer, who is the Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker, announced a decision to reorganize the Company’s business by forming two Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker, announced a decision to reorganize the Company’s business by forming two separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives. To align the new operating model and business separate product business units: flash-based products and hard disk drives. To align the new operating model and business structure, the Company is making management organizational changes and implementing new reporting modules and processes structure, the Company is making management organizational changes and implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide discrete information to manage the business. Management expects to finalize its assessment of its operating segments to provide discrete information to manage the business. Management expects to finalize its assessment of its operating segments when the implementations and transitions are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. when the implementations and transitions are completed, which is expected to be in the first quarter of fiscal 2022. The Company’s operations outside the United States include manufacturing facilities in China, Japan, Malaysia, the The Company’s operations outside the United States include manufacturing facilities in China, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand, as well as sales offices throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. The Philippines and Thailand, as well as sales offices throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. The following tables summarize the Company’s operations by geographic area: following tables summarize the Company’s operations by geographic area: Net revenue (1) Net revenue (1) United States United States China China Hong Kong Hong Kong Rest of Asia Rest of Asia Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa Other Other Total Total 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ 3,789 $ 3,789 $ 4,679 $ 4,679 $ 4,339 4,339 3,624 3,624 1,492 1,492 3,061 3,061 617 617 4,075 4,075 2,592 2,592 1,699 1,699 2,926 2,926 765 765 3,602 3,602 3,861 3,861 3,122 3,122 2,116 2,116 3,109 3,109 759 759 $ $ 16,922 $ 16,922 $ 16,736 $ 16,736 $ 16,569 16,569 (1) Net revenue is attributed to geographic regions based on the ship-to location of the customer. License and royalty revenue (1) Net revenue is attributed to geographic regions based on the ship-to location of the customer. License and royalty revenue is attributed to countries based upon the location of the headquarters of the licensee. is attributed to countries based upon the location of the headquarters of the licensee. Long-lived assets (1) Long-lived assets (1) United States United States Malaysia Malaysia China China Thailand Thailand Rest of Asia Rest of Asia Europe, Middle East and Africa Europe, Middle East and Africa Total Total 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 1,068 $ 1,068 $ 632 632 395 395 651 651 398 398 44 44 949 949 643 643 373 373 472 472 366 366 51 51 $ $ 3,188 $ 3,188 $ 2,854 2,854 (1) Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment and are attributed to the geographic location in which they are (1) Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment and are attributed to the geographic location in which they are located. located. 84 84 85 85 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Customer Concentration and Credit Risk Customer Concentration and Credit Risk Note 13. Shareholders’ Equity Note 13. Shareholders’ Equity The Company sells its products to computer manufacturers, cloud service providers, resellers and retailers throughout the The Company sells its products to computer manufacturers, cloud service providers, resellers and retailers throughout the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan 2017 Performance Incentive Plan world. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no customer accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s net revenue. For 2021, world. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no customer accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s net revenue. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company’s top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42%, and 45%, respectively, of the Company’s net 2020 and 2019, the Company’s top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42%, and 45%, respectively, of the Company’s net revenue. revenue. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers’ financial condition and generally requires no The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers’ financial condition and generally requires no collateral. The Company maintains allowances for potential credit losses, and such losses have historically been within collateral. The Company maintains allowances for potential credit losses, and such losses have historically been within management’s expectations. At any given point in time, the total amount outstanding from any one of a number of its customers management’s expectations. At any given point in time, the total amount outstanding from any one of a number of its customers may be individually significant to the Company’s financial results. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had net may be individually significant to the Company’s financial results. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had net accounts receivable of $2.3 billion and $2.4 billion, respectively, and one customer, Kingston Technology Company, accounted accounts receivable of $2.3 billion and $2.4 billion, respectively, and one customer, Kingston Technology Company, accounted for 12% and 10%, respectively, of the Company’s net accounts receivable. Reserves for potential credit losses were not for 12% and 10%, respectively, of the Company’s net accounts receivable. Reserves for potential credit losses were not material as of each period end. material as of each period end. The types of awards that may be granted under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance The types of awards that may be granted under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (as amended, the “2017 Performance Incentive Plan”) include stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”), Incentive Plan (as amended, the “2017 Performance Incentive Plan”) include stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”), RSUs, PSUs, stock bonuses and other forms of awards granted or denominated in the Company’s common stock or units of the RSUs, PSUs, stock bonuses and other forms of awards granted or denominated in the Company’s common stock or units of the Company’s common stock, as well as cash bonus awards. Persons eligible to receive awards under the 2017 Performance Company’s common stock, as well as cash bonus awards. Persons eligible to receive awards under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan include officers and employees of the Company or any of its subsidiaries, directors of the Company and certain Incentive Plan include officers and employees of the Company or any of its subsidiaries, directors of the Company and certain consultants and advisors to the Company or any of its subsidiaries. The vesting of awards under the 2017 Performance consultants and advisors to the Company or any of its subsidiaries. The vesting of awards under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is determined at the date of grant. Each award expires on a date determined at the date of grant; however, the Incentive Plan is determined at the date of grant. Each award expires on a date determined at the date of grant; however, the maximum term of options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is ten years after the grant date of the award. maximum term of options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is ten years after the grant date of the award. RSUs granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan typically vest over periods ranging from one to four years from the RSUs granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan typically vest over periods ranging from one to four years from the date of grant. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined performance date of grant. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined performance conditions or market conditions and completion of requisite service periods. Once the performance conditions or market conditions or market conditions and completion of requisite service periods. Once the performance conditions or market The Company also has cash equivalent and investment policies that limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial The Company also has cash equivalent and investment policies that limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is generally subject to continued service by the employee. To the extent available, the conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is generally subject to continued service by the employee. To the extent available, the institution or investment instrument and requires that investments be made only with financial institutions or in investment institution or investment instrument and requires that investments be made only with financial institutions or in investment instruments evaluated as highly credit-worthy. instruments evaluated as highly credit-worthy. Company issues shares out of treasury stock upon the vesting of awards, the exercise of employee stock options and the Company issues shares out of treasury stock upon the vesting of awards, the exercise of employee stock options and the purchase of shares pursuant to the ESPP. purchase of shares pursuant to the ESPP. Supplier Concentration Supplier Concentration All of the Company’s flash memory system products require silicon wafers for the memory and controller components. All of the Company’s flash memory system products require silicon wafers for the memory and controller components. The Company’s flash memory wafers are currently supplied almost entirely from Flash Ventures and the controller wafers are The Company’s flash memory wafers are currently supplied almost entirely from Flash Ventures and the controller wafers are all manufactured by third-party sources. The failure of any of these sources to deliver silicon wafers could have a material all manufactured by third-party sources. The failure of any of these sources to deliver silicon wafers could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of operations. adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of operations. In addition, some key components are purchased from single source vendors for which alternative sources are currently not In addition, some key components are purchased from single source vendors for which alternative sources are currently not granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan count against the plan’s share limit on a one-for-one basis, whereas granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan count against the plan’s share limit on a one-for-one basis, whereas available. Shortages could occur in these essential materials due to an interruption of supply or increased demand in the available. Shortages could occur in these essential materials due to an interruption of supply or increased demand in the industry. If the Company was unable to procure certain of such materials, the Company’s sales could decline, which could have industry. If the Company was unable to procure certain of such materials, the Company’s sales could decline, which could have a material adverse effect upon its results of operations. The Company also relies on third-party subcontractors to assemble and a material adverse effect upon its results of operations. The Company also relies on third-party subcontractors to assemble and test a portion of its products. The Company does not have long-term contracts with some of these subcontractors and cannot test a portion of its products. The Company does not have long-term contracts with some of these subcontractors and cannot directly control product delivery schedules or manufacturing processes. This could lead to product shortages or quality directly control product delivery schedules or manufacturing processes. This could lead to product shortages or quality assurance problems that could increase the manufacturing costs of the Company’s products and have material adverse effects on assurance problems that could increase the manufacturing costs of the Company’s products and have material adverse effects on the Company’s operating results. the Company’s operating results. Note 12. Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan Note 12. Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan The Company maintains the Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”). The Plan covers substantially all The Company maintains the Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”). The Plan covers substantially all domestic employees, subject to certain eligibility requirements. Eligible employees receive employer matching contributions domestic employees, subject to certain eligibility requirements. Eligible employees receive employer matching contributions immediately upon hire unless the individual is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, provides services as a consultant, immediately upon hire unless the individual is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, provides services as a consultant, intern, independent contractor, leased or temporary employee, or otherwise is not treated as a common-law employee. intern, independent contractor, leased or temporary employee, or otherwise is not treated as a common-law employee. Eligible employees are generally able to contribute up to 75% of their eligible compensation on a combined pre-tax and Eligible employees are generally able to contribute up to 75% of their eligible compensation on a combined pre-tax and Roth basis, 10% on a combined pre-tax catch-up and Roth catch-up basis, and 10% on a non-Roth after-tax basis subject to Roth basis, 10% on a combined pre-tax catch-up and Roth catch-up basis, and 10% on a non-Roth after-tax basis subject to Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) limitations. The Company makes a basic matching contribution equal to 50% of each eligible Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) limitations. The Company makes a basic matching contribution equal to 50% of each eligible participant’s contribution that does not exceed 6% of the eligible participant’s annual compensation in the year of contribution. participant’s contribution that does not exceed 6% of the eligible participant’s annual compensation in the year of contribution. The Company’s employer matching contributions vest over a two-year graded period. The Company may suspend matching The Company’s employer matching contributions vest over a two-year graded period. The Company may suspend matching contributions at any time at its discretion. Contributions, including the Company’s matching contribution to the Plan, are contributions at any time at its discretion. Contributions, including the Company’s matching contribution to the Plan, are recorded as soon as administratively possible after the Company makes payroll deductions from Plan participants. recorded as soon as administratively possible after the Company makes payroll deductions from Plan participants. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made Plan contributions of $34 million, $33 million and $34 million, respectively. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made Plan contributions of $34 million, $33 million and $34 million, respectively. 86 86 87 87 Outstanding RSU and PSU awards have dividend equivalent rights which entitle holders of such outstanding awards to the Outstanding RSU and PSU awards have dividend equivalent rights which entitle holders of such outstanding awards to the same dividend value per share as holders of common stock. Dividend equivalent rights are subject to the same vesting and other same dividend value per share as holders of common stock. Dividend equivalent rights are subject to the same vesting and other terms and conditions as the corresponding unvested RSUs and PSUs. Dividend equivalent rights are accumulated and paid in terms and conditions as the corresponding unvested RSUs and PSUs. Dividend equivalent rights are accumulated and paid in additional shares when the underlying shares vest. additional shares when the underlying shares vest. As of July 2, 2021, the maximum number of shares of the Company’s common stock that was authorized for award grants As of July 2, 2021, the maximum number of shares of the Company’s common stock that was authorized for award grants under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan was 105.6 million shares. Shares issued in respect of stock options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan was 105.6 million shares. Shares issued in respect of stock options and SARs currently, shares issued in respect of any other type of award granted count against the plan’s share limit as 1.72 shares for currently, shares issued in respect of any other type of award granted count against the plan’s share limit as 1.72 shares for every one share issued in connection with such award. The 2017 Performance Incentive Plan will terminate on August 4, 2025 every one share issued in connection with such award. The 2017 Performance Incentive Plan will terminate on August 4, 2025 unless terminated earlier by the Company’s Board of Directors. unless terminated earlier by the Company’s Board of Directors. Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Under the Company’s ESPP, eligible employees may authorize payroll deductions of up to 10% of their eligible Under the Company’s ESPP, eligible employees may authorize payroll deductions of up to 10% of their eligible compensation, subject to IRS limitations, during prescribed offering periods to purchase shares of the Company’s common compensation, subject to IRS limitations, during prescribed offering periods to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock at 95% of the fair market value of common stock either at the beginning of that offering period or on the applicable stock at 95% of the fair market value of common stock either at the beginning of that offering period or on the applicable exercise date, whichever is less. A participant may participate in only one offering period at a time, and a new offering period exercise date, whichever is less. A participant may participate in only one offering period at a time, and a new offering period generally begins each June 1st and December 1st. Each offering period is generally 24 months and consists of four exercise generally begins each June 1st and December 1st. Each offering period is generally 24 months and consists of four exercise dates (each, generally six months following the start of the offering period or the preceding exercise date, as the case may be). If dates (each, generally six months following the start of the offering period or the preceding exercise date, as the case may be). If the fair market value of the Company’s common stock is less on a given exercise date than on the date of grant, employee the fair market value of the Company’s common stock is less on a given exercise date than on the date of grant, employee participation in that offering period ends and participants are automatically re-enrolled in the next new offering period. participation in that offering period ends and participants are automatically re-enrolled in the next new offering period. During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company issued 3.2 million, 3.0 million, and 2.6 million shares, respectively, for During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company issued 3.2 million, 3.0 million, and 2.6 million shares, respectively, for aggregate purchase amounts of $115 million, $107 million and $102 million, respectively. aggregate purchase amounts of $115 million, $107 million and $102 million, respectively. NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Customer Concentration and Credit Risk Customer Concentration and Credit Risk Note 13. Shareholders’ Equity Note 13. Shareholders’ Equity The Company sells its products to computer manufacturers, cloud service providers, resellers and retailers throughout the The Company sells its products to computer manufacturers, cloud service providers, resellers and retailers throughout the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan 2017 Performance Incentive Plan world. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no customer accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s net revenue. For 2021, world. For each of 2021, 2020 and 2019, no customer accounted for 10% or more of the Company’s net revenue. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company’s top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42%, and 45%, respectively, of the Company’s net 2020 and 2019, the Company’s top 10 customers accounted for 39%, 42%, and 45%, respectively, of the Company’s net revenue. revenue. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers’ financial condition and generally requires no The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers’ financial condition and generally requires no collateral. The Company maintains allowances for potential credit losses, and such losses have historically been within collateral. The Company maintains allowances for potential credit losses, and such losses have historically been within management’s expectations. At any given point in time, the total amount outstanding from any one of a number of its customers management’s expectations. At any given point in time, the total amount outstanding from any one of a number of its customers may be individually significant to the Company’s financial results. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had net may be individually significant to the Company’s financial results. As of July 2, 2021 and July 3, 2020, the Company had net accounts receivable of $2.3 billion and $2.4 billion, respectively, and one customer, Kingston Technology Company, accounted accounts receivable of $2.3 billion and $2.4 billion, respectively, and one customer, Kingston Technology Company, accounted for 12% and 10%, respectively, of the Company’s net accounts receivable. Reserves for potential credit losses were not for 12% and 10%, respectively, of the Company’s net accounts receivable. Reserves for potential credit losses were not material as of each period end. material as of each period end. The Company also has cash equivalent and investment policies that limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial The Company also has cash equivalent and investment policies that limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial institution or investment instrument and requires that investments be made only with financial institutions or in investment institution or investment instrument and requires that investments be made only with financial institutions or in investment instruments evaluated as highly credit-worthy. instruments evaluated as highly credit-worthy. Supplier Concentration Supplier Concentration All of the Company’s flash memory system products require silicon wafers for the memory and controller components. All of the Company’s flash memory system products require silicon wafers for the memory and controller components. The Company’s flash memory wafers are currently supplied almost entirely from Flash Ventures and the controller wafers are The Company’s flash memory wafers are currently supplied almost entirely from Flash Ventures and the controller wafers are all manufactured by third-party sources. The failure of any of these sources to deliver silicon wafers could have a material all manufactured by third-party sources. The failure of any of these sources to deliver silicon wafers could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of operations. adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition and results of operations. In addition, some key components are purchased from single source vendors for which alternative sources are currently not In addition, some key components are purchased from single source vendors for which alternative sources are currently not available. Shortages could occur in these essential materials due to an interruption of supply or increased demand in the available. Shortages could occur in these essential materials due to an interruption of supply or increased demand in the industry. If the Company was unable to procure certain of such materials, the Company’s sales could decline, which could have industry. If the Company was unable to procure certain of such materials, the Company’s sales could decline, which could have a material adverse effect upon its results of operations. The Company also relies on third-party subcontractors to assemble and a material adverse effect upon its results of operations. The Company also relies on third-party subcontractors to assemble and test a portion of its products. The Company does not have long-term contracts with some of these subcontractors and cannot test a portion of its products. The Company does not have long-term contracts with some of these subcontractors and cannot The types of awards that may be granted under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance The types of awards that may be granted under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (as amended, the “2017 Performance Incentive Plan”) include stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”), Incentive Plan (as amended, the “2017 Performance Incentive Plan”) include stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”), RSUs, PSUs, stock bonuses and other forms of awards granted or denominated in the Company’s common stock or units of the RSUs, PSUs, stock bonuses and other forms of awards granted or denominated in the Company’s common stock or units of the Company’s common stock, as well as cash bonus awards. Persons eligible to receive awards under the 2017 Performance Company’s common stock, as well as cash bonus awards. Persons eligible to receive awards under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan include officers and employees of the Company or any of its subsidiaries, directors of the Company and certain Incentive Plan include officers and employees of the Company or any of its subsidiaries, directors of the Company and certain consultants and advisors to the Company or any of its subsidiaries. The vesting of awards under the 2017 Performance consultants and advisors to the Company or any of its subsidiaries. The vesting of awards under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is determined at the date of grant. Each award expires on a date determined at the date of grant; however, the Incentive Plan is determined at the date of grant. Each award expires on a date determined at the date of grant; however, the maximum term of options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is ten years after the grant date of the award. maximum term of options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan is ten years after the grant date of the award. RSUs granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan typically vest over periods ranging from one to four years from the RSUs granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan typically vest over periods ranging from one to four years from the date of grant. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined performance date of grant. PSUs are granted to certain employees and vest only after the achievement of pre-determined performance conditions or market conditions and completion of requisite service periods. Once the performance conditions or market conditions or market conditions and completion of requisite service periods. Once the performance conditions or market conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is generally subject to continued service by the employee. To the extent available, the conditions are met, vesting of PSUs is generally subject to continued service by the employee. To the extent available, the Company issues shares out of treasury stock upon the vesting of awards, the exercise of employee stock options and the Company issues shares out of treasury stock upon the vesting of awards, the exercise of employee stock options and the purchase of shares pursuant to the ESPP. purchase of shares pursuant to the ESPP. Outstanding RSU and PSU awards have dividend equivalent rights which entitle holders of such outstanding awards to the Outstanding RSU and PSU awards have dividend equivalent rights which entitle holders of such outstanding awards to the same dividend value per share as holders of common stock. Dividend equivalent rights are subject to the same vesting and other same dividend value per share as holders of common stock. Dividend equivalent rights are subject to the same vesting and other terms and conditions as the corresponding unvested RSUs and PSUs. Dividend equivalent rights are accumulated and paid in terms and conditions as the corresponding unvested RSUs and PSUs. Dividend equivalent rights are accumulated and paid in additional shares when the underlying shares vest. additional shares when the underlying shares vest. As of July 2, 2021, the maximum number of shares of the Company’s common stock that was authorized for award grants As of July 2, 2021, the maximum number of shares of the Company’s common stock that was authorized for award grants under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan was 105.6 million shares. Shares issued in respect of stock options and SARs under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan was 105.6 million shares. Shares issued in respect of stock options and SARs granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan count against the plan’s share limit on a one-for-one basis, whereas granted under the 2017 Performance Incentive Plan count against the plan’s share limit on a one-for-one basis, whereas currently, shares issued in respect of any other type of award granted count against the plan’s share limit as 1.72 shares for currently, shares issued in respect of any other type of award granted count against the plan’s share limit as 1.72 shares for every one share issued in connection with such award. The 2017 Performance Incentive Plan will terminate on August 4, 2025 every one share issued in connection with such award. The 2017 Performance Incentive Plan will terminate on August 4, 2025 unless terminated earlier by the Company’s Board of Directors. unless terminated earlier by the Company’s Board of Directors. directly control product delivery schedules or manufacturing processes. This could lead to product shortages or quality directly control product delivery schedules or manufacturing processes. This could lead to product shortages or quality Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan assurance problems that could increase the manufacturing costs of the Company’s products and have material adverse effects on assurance problems that could increase the manufacturing costs of the Company’s products and have material adverse effects on the Company’s operating results. the Company’s operating results. Note 12. Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan Note 12. Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan The Company maintains the Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”). The Plan covers substantially all The Company maintains the Western Digital Corporation 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”). The Plan covers substantially all domestic employees, subject to certain eligibility requirements. Eligible employees receive employer matching contributions domestic employees, subject to certain eligibility requirements. Eligible employees receive employer matching contributions immediately upon hire unless the individual is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, provides services as a consultant, immediately upon hire unless the individual is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, provides services as a consultant, intern, independent contractor, leased or temporary employee, or otherwise is not treated as a common-law employee. intern, independent contractor, leased or temporary employee, or otherwise is not treated as a common-law employee. Under the Company’s ESPP, eligible employees may authorize payroll deductions of up to 10% of their eligible Under the Company’s ESPP, eligible employees may authorize payroll deductions of up to 10% of their eligible compensation, subject to IRS limitations, during prescribed offering periods to purchase shares of the Company’s common compensation, subject to IRS limitations, during prescribed offering periods to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock at 95% of the fair market value of common stock either at the beginning of that offering period or on the applicable stock at 95% of the fair market value of common stock either at the beginning of that offering period or on the applicable exercise date, whichever is less. A participant may participate in only one offering period at a time, and a new offering period exercise date, whichever is less. A participant may participate in only one offering period at a time, and a new offering period generally begins each June 1st and December 1st. Each offering period is generally 24 months and consists of four exercise generally begins each June 1st and December 1st. Each offering period is generally 24 months and consists of four exercise dates (each, generally six months following the start of the offering period or the preceding exercise date, as the case may be). If dates (each, generally six months following the start of the offering period or the preceding exercise date, as the case may be). If the fair market value of the Company’s common stock is less on a given exercise date than on the date of grant, employee the fair market value of the Company’s common stock is less on a given exercise date than on the date of grant, employee participation in that offering period ends and participants are automatically re-enrolled in the next new offering period. participation in that offering period ends and participants are automatically re-enrolled in the next new offering period. Eligible employees are generally able to contribute up to 75% of their eligible compensation on a combined pre-tax and Eligible employees are generally able to contribute up to 75% of their eligible compensation on a combined pre-tax and During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company issued 3.2 million, 3.0 million, and 2.6 million shares, respectively, for During 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company issued 3.2 million, 3.0 million, and 2.6 million shares, respectively, for Roth basis, 10% on a combined pre-tax catch-up and Roth catch-up basis, and 10% on a non-Roth after-tax basis subject to Roth basis, 10% on a combined pre-tax catch-up and Roth catch-up basis, and 10% on a non-Roth after-tax basis subject to aggregate purchase amounts of $115 million, $107 million and $102 million, respectively. aggregate purchase amounts of $115 million, $107 million and $102 million, respectively. Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) limitations. The Company makes a basic matching contribution equal to 50% of each eligible Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) limitations. The Company makes a basic matching contribution equal to 50% of each eligible participant’s contribution that does not exceed 6% of the eligible participant’s annual compensation in the year of contribution. participant’s contribution that does not exceed 6% of the eligible participant’s annual compensation in the year of contribution. The Company’s employer matching contributions vest over a two-year graded period. The Company may suspend matching The Company’s employer matching contributions vest over a two-year graded period. The Company may suspend matching contributions at any time at its discretion. Contributions, including the Company’s matching contribution to the Plan, are contributions at any time at its discretion. Contributions, including the Company’s matching contribution to the Plan, are recorded as soon as administratively possible after the Company makes payroll deductions from Plan participants. recorded as soon as administratively possible after the Company makes payroll deductions from Plan participants. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made Plan contributions of $34 million, $33 million and $34 million, respectively. For 2021, 2020 and 2019, the Company made Plan contributions of $34 million, $33 million and $34 million, respectively. 86 86 87 87 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Stock-based Compensation Expense Stock-based Compensation Expense The following tables present the Company’s stock-based compensation for equity-settled awards by type and financial The following tables present the Company’s stock-based compensation for equity-settled awards by type and financial statement line as well as the related tax benefit included in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations: statement line as well as the related tax benefit included in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations: Plan Activities Plan Activities Stock Options Stock Options The following table summarizes stock option activity under the Company’s incentive plans: The following table summarizes stock option activity under the Company’s incentive plans: Options Options RSUs and PSUs RSUs and PSUs ESPP ESPP Total Total Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative Subtotal Subtotal Tax benefit Tax benefit Total Total 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 — $ — $ 7 $ 7 $ 282 282 36 36 268 268 33 33 318 $ 318 $ 308 $ 308 $ 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 55 $ 55 $ 51 $ 51 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 158 158 105 105 318 318 (47) (47) 163 163 94 94 308 308 (45) (45) $ $ 271 $ 271 $ 263 $ 263 $ 16 16 263 263 27 27 306 306 48 48 155 155 103 103 306 306 (50) (50) 256 256 Options outstanding at June 29, 2018 Options outstanding at June 29, 2018 Options outstanding at June 28, 2019 Options outstanding at June 28, 2019 Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Options outstanding at July 3, 2020 Options outstanding at July 3, 2020 Weighted Weighted Average Exercise Average Exercise Price Per Share Price Per Share Weighted Weighted Average Average Remaining Remaining Contractual Life Contractual Life Aggregate Aggregate Intrinsic Value Intrinsic Value (in years) (in years) (in millions) (in millions) Number Number of Shares of Shares (in millions) (in millions) 4.8 $ 4.8 $ (0.4) (0.4) (0.5) (0.5) 3.9 3.9 (0.8) (0.8) (0.4) (0.4) 2.7 2.7 (0.4) (0.4) (0.8) (0.8) 64.23 64.23 39.58 39.58 74.79 74.79 65.72 65.72 43.26 43.26 88.58 88.58 69.16 69.16 44.34 44.34 75.42 75.42 72.84 72.84 $ $ $ $ $ $ 8 8 12 12 6 6 15 15 Windfall tax benefits related to the vesting and exercise of stock-based awards, which are recognized as a component of the Windfall tax benefits related to the vesting and exercise of stock-based awards, which are recognized as a component of the Company’s Income tax expense, were not material for the periods presented. Company’s Income tax expense, were not material for the periods presented. RSUs and PSUs RSUs and PSUs Compensation cost related to unvested RSUs, PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the ESPP will Compensation cost related to unvested RSUs, PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the ESPP will generally be amortized on a straight-line basis over the remaining average service period. The remaining compensation cost generally be amortized on a straight-line basis over the remaining average service period. The remaining compensation cost related to unvested stock options is immaterial as of July 2, 2021. The following table presents the unamortized compensation related to unvested stock options is immaterial as of July 2, 2021. The following table presents the unamortized compensation cost and weighted average service period of all unvested outstanding awards as of July 2, 2021: cost and weighted average service period of all unvested outstanding awards as of July 2, 2021: RSUs and PSUs (1) RSUs and PSUs (1) ESPP ESPP Total unamortized compensation cost Total unamortized compensation cost Unamortized Unamortized Compensation Compensation Costs Costs Weighted Weighted Average Service Average Service Period Period (in millions) (in millions) (years) (years) $ $ $ $ 543 543 65 65 608 608 2.4 2.4 1.8 1.8 (1) Weighted average service period assumes the performance conditions are met for the PSUs. (1) Weighted average service period assumes the performance conditions are met for the PSUs. Options outstanding at July 2, 2021 Options outstanding at July 2, 2021 1.5 $ 1.5 $ 1.20 1.20 $ $ No options were granted in 2021, 2020 or 2019. All outstanding options were exercisable at July 2, 2021. No options were granted in 2021, 2020 or 2019. All outstanding options were exercisable at July 2, 2021. The following table summarizes RSU and PSU activity under the Company’s incentive plans: The following table summarizes RSU and PSU activity under the Company’s incentive plans: RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 29, 2018 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 29, 2018 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 28, 2019 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 28, 2019 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 3, 2020 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 3, 2020 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 2, 2021 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 2, 2021 Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited of the units. of the units. Number Number of Shares of Shares (in millions) (in millions) Weighted Weighted Average Grant Average Grant Date Fair Value Date Fair Value Aggregate Aggregate Intrinsic Value at Intrinsic Value at Vest Date Vest Date (in millions) (in millions) 12.6 $ 12.6 $ 7.3 7.3 (6.3) (6.3) (2.0) (2.0) 11.6 11.6 7.4 7.4 (4.4) (4.4) (1.3) (1.3) 13.3 13.3 8.8 8.8 (4.5) (4.5) (1.5) (1.5) 16.1 $ 16.1 $ 58.31 58.31 54.82 54.82 58.63 58.63 62.07 62.07 55.32 55.32 63.33 63.33 60.92 60.92 40.40 40.40 55.74 55.74 50.12 50.12 53.21 $ 53.21 $ 360 360 58.36 $ 58.36 $ 252 252 60.18 $ 60.18 $ 196 196 RSUs and PSUs are generally settled in an equal number of shares of the Company’s common stock at the time of vesting RSUs and PSUs are generally settled in an equal number of shares of the Company’s common stock at the time of vesting 88 88 89 89 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Stock-based Compensation Expense Stock-based Compensation Expense The following tables present the Company’s stock-based compensation for equity-settled awards by type and financial The following tables present the Company’s stock-based compensation for equity-settled awards by type and financial statement line as well as the related tax benefit included in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations: statement line as well as the related tax benefit included in the Company’s Consolidated Statements of Operations: Plan Activities Plan Activities Stock Options Stock Options The following table summarizes stock option activity under the Company’s incentive plans: The following table summarizes stock option activity under the Company’s incentive plans: Options Options RSUs and PSUs RSUs and PSUs ESPP ESPP Total Total Cost of revenue Cost of revenue Research and development Research and development Selling, general and administrative Selling, general and administrative Subtotal Subtotal Tax benefit Tax benefit Total Total 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) — $ — $ 7 $ 7 $ 282 282 36 36 268 268 33 33 318 $ 318 $ 308 $ 308 $ 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 55 $ 55 $ 51 $ 51 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 158 158 105 105 318 318 (47) (47) 163 163 94 94 308 308 (45) (45) $ $ 271 $ 271 $ 263 $ 263 $ 16 16 263 263 27 27 306 306 48 48 155 155 103 103 306 306 (50) (50) 256 256 Options outstanding at June 29, 2018 Options outstanding at June 29, 2018 Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Options outstanding at June 28, 2019 Options outstanding at June 28, 2019 Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Options outstanding at July 3, 2020 Options outstanding at July 3, 2020 Exercised Exercised Canceled or expired Canceled or expired Options outstanding at July 2, 2021 Options outstanding at July 2, 2021 Number Number of Shares of Shares (in millions) (in millions) Weighted Weighted Average Exercise Average Exercise Price Per Share Price Per Share Weighted Weighted Average Average Remaining Remaining Contractual Life Contractual Life Aggregate Aggregate Intrinsic Value Intrinsic Value (in years) (in years) (in millions) (in millions) 4.8 $ 4.8 $ (0.4) (0.4) (0.5) (0.5) 3.9 3.9 (0.8) (0.8) (0.4) (0.4) 2.7 2.7 (0.4) (0.4) (0.8) (0.8) 1.5 $ 1.5 $ 64.23 64.23 39.58 39.58 74.79 74.79 65.72 65.72 43.26 43.26 88.58 88.58 69.16 69.16 44.34 44.34 75.42 75.42 72.84 72.84 $ $ $ $ $ $ 1.20 1.20 $ $ 8 8 12 12 6 6 15 15 Windfall tax benefits related to the vesting and exercise of stock-based awards, which are recognized as a component of the Windfall tax benefits related to the vesting and exercise of stock-based awards, which are recognized as a component of the Company’s Income tax expense, were not material for the periods presented. Company’s Income tax expense, were not material for the periods presented. RSUs and PSUs RSUs and PSUs No options were granted in 2021, 2020 or 2019. All outstanding options were exercisable at July 2, 2021. No options were granted in 2021, 2020 or 2019. All outstanding options were exercisable at July 2, 2021. The following table summarizes RSU and PSU activity under the Company’s incentive plans: The following table summarizes RSU and PSU activity under the Company’s incentive plans: RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 29, 2018 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 29, 2018 Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 28, 2019 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at June 28, 2019 Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 3, 2020 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 3, 2020 Granted Granted Vested Vested Forfeited Forfeited RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 2, 2021 RSUs and PSUs outstanding at July 2, 2021 Number Number of Shares of Shares (in millions) (in millions) Weighted Weighted Average Grant Average Grant Date Fair Value Date Fair Value Aggregate Aggregate Intrinsic Value at Intrinsic Value at Vest Date Vest Date (in millions) (in millions) 12.6 $ 12.6 $ 7.3 7.3 (6.3) (6.3) (2.0) (2.0) 11.6 11.6 7.4 7.4 (4.4) (4.4) (1.3) (1.3) 13.3 13.3 8.8 8.8 (4.5) (4.5) (1.5) (1.5) 16.1 $ 16.1 $ 58.31 58.31 54.82 54.82 53.21 $ 53.21 $ 360 360 58.63 58.63 62.07 62.07 55.32 55.32 58.36 $ 58.36 $ 252 252 63.33 63.33 60.92 60.92 40.40 40.40 60.18 $ 60.18 $ 196 196 55.74 55.74 50.12 50.12 RSUs and PSUs are generally settled in an equal number of shares of the Company’s common stock at the time of vesting RSUs and PSUs are generally settled in an equal number of shares of the Company’s common stock at the time of vesting of the units. of the units. 88 88 89 89 Compensation cost related to unvested RSUs, PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the ESPP will Compensation cost related to unvested RSUs, PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the ESPP will generally be amortized on a straight-line basis over the remaining average service period. The remaining compensation cost generally be amortized on a straight-line basis over the remaining average service period. The remaining compensation cost related to unvested stock options is immaterial as of July 2, 2021. The following table presents the unamortized compensation related to unvested stock options is immaterial as of July 2, 2021. The following table presents the unamortized compensation cost and weighted average service period of all unvested outstanding awards as of July 2, 2021: cost and weighted average service period of all unvested outstanding awards as of July 2, 2021: RSUs and PSUs (1) RSUs and PSUs (1) ESPP ESPP Total unamortized compensation cost Total unamortized compensation cost (1) Weighted average service period assumes the performance conditions are met for the PSUs. (1) Weighted average service period assumes the performance conditions are met for the PSUs. Unamortized Unamortized Compensation Compensation Weighted Weighted Average Service Average Service Costs Costs (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 543 543 65 65 608 608 Period Period (years) (years) 2.4 2.4 1.8 1.8 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Fair Value Valuation Assumptions Fair Value Valuation Assumptions RSU and PSU Grants RSU and PSU Grants The fair value of the Company’s RSU and PSU awards with a performance condition is determined based upon the closing The fair value of the Company’s RSU and PSU awards with a performance condition is determined based upon the closing The domestic and foreign components of Income (loss) before taxes were as follows: The domestic and foreign components of Income (loss) before taxes were as follows: price of the Company’s stock price on the date of grant. The fair value of PSU awards with a market condition is estimated price of the Company’s stock price on the date of grant. The fair value of PSU awards with a market condition is estimated using a Monte Carlo simulation model on the date of grant using historical volatility. using a Monte Carlo simulation model on the date of grant using historical volatility. ESPP — Black-Scholes-Merton Model ESPP — Black-Scholes-Merton Model The fair value of ESPP purchase rights issued is estimated at the date of grant of the purchase rights using the Black- The fair value of ESPP purchase rights issued is estimated at the date of grant of the purchase rights using the Black- Scholes-Merton option-pricing model. The Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model requires the input of assumptions such Scholes-Merton option-pricing model. The Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model requires the input of assumptions such as the expected stock price volatility and the expected period until options are exercised. Purchase rights under the ESPP are as the expected stock price volatility and the expected period until options are exercised. Purchase rights under the ESPP are generally granted on either June 1st or December 1st of each year. generally granted on either June 1st or December 1st of each year. The fair values of ESPP purchase rights have been estimated at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes-Merton option- The fair values of ESPP purchase rights have been estimated at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes-Merton option- pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions: pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions: Weighted-average expected term (in years) Weighted-average expected term (in years) Risk-free interest rate Risk-free interest rate Stock price volatility Stock price volatility Dividend yield Dividend yield Fair value Fair value Stock Repurchase Program Stock Repurchase Program 2021 2021 1.25 1.25 0.10% 0.10% 0.56 0.56 —% —% $21.59 $21.59 2020 2020 1.25 1.25 0.55% 0.55% 0.59 0.59 1.08% 1.08% $12.76 $12.76 2019 2019 1.24 1.24 2.25% 2.25% 0.35 0.35 2.42% 2.42% $16.89 $16.89 The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.0 billion of The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.0 billion of the Company’s common stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, the the Company’s common stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, the Company did not make any stock repurchases and has not repurchased any shares of its common stock pursuant to its stock Company did not make any stock repurchases and has not repurchased any shares of its common stock pursuant to its stock repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although the Company will reevaluate the repurchasing of common repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although the Company will reevaluate the repurchasing of common stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level the Company may resume such activity. The stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level the Company may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under the Company’s current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was remaining amount available to be repurchased under the Company’s current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.5 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated $4.5 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. Stock Reserved for Issuance Stock Reserved for Issuance The following table summarizes all common stock reserved for issuance at July 2, 2021: The following table summarizes all common stock reserved for issuance at July 2, 2021: Outstanding awards and shares available for award grants Outstanding awards and shares available for award grants ESPP ESPP Total Total Dividends to Shareholders Dividends to Shareholders Number of Shares Number of Shares (in millions) (in millions) 33 33 6 6 39 39 The Company issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In The Company issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April 2020, the Company suspended its dividend to reinvest in the business and to support its ongoing deleveraging efforts. April 2020, the Company suspended its dividend to reinvest in the business and to support its ongoing deleveraging efforts. 90 90 91 91 The components of the income tax expense (benefit) were as follows: The components of the income tax expense (benefit) were as follows: Note 14. Income Tax Expense Note 14. Income Tax Expense Income (loss) Before Taxes Income (loss) Before Taxes Foreign Foreign Domestic Domestic Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Current: Current: Foreign Foreign Domestic - Federal Domestic - Federal Domestic - State Domestic - State Deferred: Deferred: Foreign Foreign Domestic - Federal Domestic - Federal Domestic - State Domestic - State Income tax expense Income tax expense 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ $ $ 218 $ 218 $ 709 709 927 $ 927 $ (695) $ (695) $ 649 649 (46) $ (46) $ (642) (642) 355 355 (287) (287) 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 195 $ 195 $ 157 $ 157 $ 154 154 (1) (1) 348 348 (20) (20) (208) (208) (14) (14) (242) (242) 124 124 5 5 286 286 (29) (29) (53) (53) — — (82) (82) $ $ 106 $ 106 $ 204 $ 204 $ 181 181 (91) (91) 3 3 93 93 226 226 141 141 7 7 374 374 467 467 The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”), enacted on December 22, 2017, includes a broad range of tax reform The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”), enacted on December 22, 2017, includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. The Company completed its accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act proposals affecting businesses. The Company completed its accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the IRS have issued tax guidance on certain during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the IRS have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and the Company anticipates the issuance of additional regulatory and provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and the Company anticipates the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. The Company applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance interpretive guidance. The Company applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing its accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would in finalizing its accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may require further refinements to the Company’s estimates in future periods. constitute new information, which may require further refinements to the Company’s estimates in future periods. On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) was enacted in response On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) was enacted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The CARES Act, among other things, allows net operating losses arising in tax years to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The CARES Act, among other things, allows net operating losses arising in tax years 2018, 2019, and 2020 to be carried back to each of the five preceding taxable years to generate a refund of previously paid 2018, 2019, and 2020 to be carried back to each of the five preceding taxable years to generate a refund of previously paid income taxes and increases the business interest expense limitation from 30% to 50% of adjusted taxable income for tax years income taxes and increases the business interest expense limitation from 30% to 50% of adjusted taxable income for tax years 2019 and 2020. Additionally, countries around the world implemented emergency tax measures to provide relief similar to the 2019 and 2020. Additionally, countries around the world implemented emergency tax measures to provide relief similar to the CARES Act. The Company at present does not expect that any of the provisions of the CARES Act or the emergency tax CARES Act. The Company at present does not expect that any of the provisions of the CARES Act or the emergency tax measures around the world would result in a material cash benefit. measures around the world would result in a material cash benefit. On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (the “Appropriations Act”) was enacted to fund the federal On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (the “Appropriations Act”) was enacted to fund the federal government through their fiscal year, extend certain expiring tax provisions and provide additional emergency relief to government through their fiscal year, extend certain expiring tax provisions and provide additional emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Company at present does not expect any of the individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Company at present does not expect any of the provisions of the Appropriations Act to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. provisions of the Appropriations Act to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Fair Value Valuation Assumptions Fair Value Valuation Assumptions RSU and PSU Grants RSU and PSU Grants Note 14. Income Tax Expense Note 14. Income Tax Expense Income (loss) Before Taxes Income (loss) Before Taxes The fair value of the Company’s RSU and PSU awards with a performance condition is determined based upon the closing The fair value of the Company’s RSU and PSU awards with a performance condition is determined based upon the closing The domestic and foreign components of Income (loss) before taxes were as follows: The domestic and foreign components of Income (loss) before taxes were as follows: price of the Company’s stock price on the date of grant. The fair value of PSU awards with a market condition is estimated price of the Company’s stock price on the date of grant. The fair value of PSU awards with a market condition is estimated using a Monte Carlo simulation model on the date of grant using historical volatility. using a Monte Carlo simulation model on the date of grant using historical volatility. ESPP — Black-Scholes-Merton Model ESPP — Black-Scholes-Merton Model The fair value of ESPP purchase rights issued is estimated at the date of grant of the purchase rights using the Black- The fair value of ESPP purchase rights issued is estimated at the date of grant of the purchase rights using the Black- Scholes-Merton option-pricing model. The Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model requires the input of assumptions such Scholes-Merton option-pricing model. The Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model requires the input of assumptions such as the expected stock price volatility and the expected period until options are exercised. Purchase rights under the ESPP are as the expected stock price volatility and the expected period until options are exercised. Purchase rights under the ESPP are generally granted on either June 1st or December 1st of each year. generally granted on either June 1st or December 1st of each year. The fair values of ESPP purchase rights have been estimated at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes-Merton option- The fair values of ESPP purchase rights have been estimated at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes-Merton option- pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions: pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions: Weighted-average expected term (in years) Weighted-average expected term (in years) Risk-free interest rate Risk-free interest rate Stock price volatility Stock price volatility Dividend yield Dividend yield Fair value Fair value Stock Repurchase Program Stock Repurchase Program 2021 2021 1.25 1.25 0.10% 0.10% 0.56 0.56 —% —% $21.59 $21.59 2020 2020 1.25 1.25 0.55% 0.55% 0.59 0.59 1.08% 1.08% $12.76 $12.76 2019 2019 1.24 1.24 2.25% 2.25% 0.35 0.35 2.42% 2.42% $16.89 $16.89 The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.0 billion of The Company’s Board of Directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for the repurchase of up to $5.0 billion of the Company’s common stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, the the Company’s common stock, which authorization is effective through July 25, 2023. For the year ended July 2, 2021, the Company did not make any stock repurchases and has not repurchased any shares of its common stock pursuant to its stock Company did not make any stock repurchases and has not repurchased any shares of its common stock pursuant to its stock repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although the Company will reevaluate the repurchasing of common repurchase program since the first quarter of fiscal 2019. Although the Company will reevaluate the repurchasing of common stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level the Company may resume such activity. The stock when appropriate, there can be no assurance if, when or at what level the Company may resume such activity. The remaining amount available to be repurchased under the Company’s current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was remaining amount available to be repurchased under the Company’s current stock repurchase program as of July 2, 2021 was $4.5 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated $4.5 billion. Repurchases under the stock repurchase program may be made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. transactions and may be made under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. Stock Reserved for Issuance Stock Reserved for Issuance The following table summarizes all common stock reserved for issuance at July 2, 2021: The following table summarizes all common stock reserved for issuance at July 2, 2021: Outstanding awards and shares available for award grants Outstanding awards and shares available for award grants ESPP ESPP Total Total Dividends to Shareholders Dividends to Shareholders The Company issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In The Company issued a quarterly cash dividend from the first quarter of fiscal 2013 up to the third quarter of fiscal 2020. In April 2020, the Company suspended its dividend to reinvest in the business and to support its ongoing deleveraging efforts. April 2020, the Company suspended its dividend to reinvest in the business and to support its ongoing deleveraging efforts. Number of Shares Number of Shares (in millions) (in millions) 33 33 6 6 39 39 Foreign Foreign Domestic Domestic Income (loss) before taxes Income (loss) before taxes Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Income Tax Expense (Benefit) The components of the income tax expense (benefit) were as follows: The components of the income tax expense (benefit) were as follows: Current: Current: Foreign Foreign Domestic - Federal Domestic - Federal Domestic - State Domestic - State Deferred: Deferred: Foreign Foreign Domestic - Federal Domestic - Federal Domestic - State Domestic - State Income tax expense Income tax expense 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ $ $ 218 $ 218 $ 709 709 927 $ 927 $ (695) $ (695) $ 649 649 (46) $ (46) $ (642) (642) 355 355 (287) (287) 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ 195 $ 195 $ 157 $ 157 $ 154 154 (1) (1) 348 348 (20) (20) (208) (208) (14) (14) (242) (242) 124 124 5 5 286 286 (29) (29) (53) (53) — — (82) (82) $ $ 106 $ 106 $ 204 $ 204 $ 181 181 (91) (91) 3 3 93 93 226 226 141 141 7 7 374 374 467 467 The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”), enacted on December 22, 2017, includes a broad range of tax reform The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Act”), enacted on December 22, 2017, includes a broad range of tax reform proposals affecting businesses. The Company completed its accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act proposals affecting businesses. The Company completed its accounting for the tax effects of the enactment of the 2017 Act during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the IRS have issued tax guidance on certain during the second quarter of fiscal 2019. However, the U.S. Treasury and the IRS have issued tax guidance on certain provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and the Company anticipates the issuance of additional regulatory and provisions of the 2017 Act since the enactment date, and the Company anticipates the issuance of additional regulatory and interpretive guidance. The Company applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance interpretive guidance. The Company applied a reasonable interpretation of the 2017 Act along with the then-available guidance in finalizing its accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would in finalizing its accounting for the tax effects of the 2017 Act. Any additional regulatory or interpretive guidance would constitute new information, which may require further refinements to the Company’s estimates in future periods. constitute new information, which may require further refinements to the Company’s estimates in future periods. On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) was enacted in response On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) was enacted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The CARES Act, among other things, allows net operating losses arising in tax years to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The CARES Act, among other things, allows net operating losses arising in tax years 2018, 2019, and 2020 to be carried back to each of the five preceding taxable years to generate a refund of previously paid 2018, 2019, and 2020 to be carried back to each of the five preceding taxable years to generate a refund of previously paid income taxes and increases the business interest expense limitation from 30% to 50% of adjusted taxable income for tax years income taxes and increases the business interest expense limitation from 30% to 50% of adjusted taxable income for tax years 2019 and 2020. Additionally, countries around the world implemented emergency tax measures to provide relief similar to the 2019 and 2020. Additionally, countries around the world implemented emergency tax measures to provide relief similar to the CARES Act. The Company at present does not expect that any of the provisions of the CARES Act or the emergency tax CARES Act. The Company at present does not expect that any of the provisions of the CARES Act or the emergency tax measures around the world would result in a material cash benefit. measures around the world would result in a material cash benefit. On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (the “Appropriations Act”) was enacted to fund the federal On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (the “Appropriations Act”) was enacted to fund the federal government through their fiscal year, extend certain expiring tax provisions and provide additional emergency relief to government through their fiscal year, extend certain expiring tax provisions and provide additional emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Company at present does not expect any of the individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Company at present does not expect any of the provisions of the Appropriations Act to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. provisions of the Appropriations Act to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. 90 90 91 91 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “Rescue Act”) was enacted to provide additional On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “Rescue Act”) was enacted to provide additional Effective Tax Rate Effective Tax Rate emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Rescue Act includes certain emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Rescue Act includes certain business-related provisions, which the Company at present does not expect to have a material impact on its Consolidated business-related provisions, which the Company at present does not expect to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. The Company continues to monitor and evaluate the regulatory and interpretive guidance related to the Financial Statements. The Company continues to monitor and evaluate the regulatory and interpretive guidance related to the CARES Act, the Appropriations Act and the Rescue Act, as well as legislation in other jurisdictions. CARES Act, the Appropriations Act and the Rescue Act, as well as legislation in other jurisdictions. Reconciliation of the U.S. Federal statutory rate to the Company’s effective tax rate is as follows: Reconciliation of the U.S. Federal statutory rate to the Company’s effective tax rate is as follows: Deferred Taxes Deferred Taxes Temporary differences and carryforwards, which give rise to a significant portion of deferred tax assets and liabilities were Temporary differences and carryforwards, which give rise to a significant portion of deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows: as follows: Deferred tax assets: Deferred tax assets: July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) Sales related reserves and accrued expenses not currently deductible Sales related reserves and accrued expenses not currently deductible $ $ 88 $ 88 $ Accrued compensation and benefits not currently deductible Accrued compensation and benefits not currently deductible Deferred revenue Deferred revenue Net operating loss carryforward Net operating loss carryforward Business credit carryforward Business credit carryforward Long-lived assets Long-lived assets Other Other Total deferred tax assets Total deferred tax assets Deferred tax liabilities: Deferred tax liabilities: Long-lived assets Long-lived assets Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Other Other Total deferred tax liabilities Total deferred tax liabilities Valuation allowances Valuation allowances Deferred tax assets (liabilities), net Deferred tax assets (liabilities), net 143 143 128 128 196 196 461 461 101 101 131 131 52 52 130 130 — — 251 251 438 438 123 123 133 133 1,248 1,248 1,127 1,127 (202) (202) (280) (280) (20) (20) (502) (502) (558) (558) $ $ 188 $ 188 $ (294) (294) (228) (228) (26) (26) (548) (548) (624) (624) (45) (45) The net deferred tax asset valuation allowance decreased by $66 million primarily due to an increase in the deferred tax The net deferred tax asset valuation allowance decreased by $66 million primarily due to an increase in the deferred tax liability for state taxes on the unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities that would be offset by existing business tax liability for state taxes on the unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities that would be offset by existing business tax credits carryforwards. The assessment of valuation allowances against deferred tax assets requires estimations and significant credits carryforwards. The assessment of valuation allowances against deferred tax assets requires estimations and significant judgment. The Company continues to assess and adjust its valuation allowance based on operating results and market judgment. The Company continues to assess and adjust its valuation allowance based on operating results and market conditions. After weighing both the positive and negative evidence available, including, but not limited to, earnings history, conditions. After weighing both the positive and negative evidence available, including, but not limited to, earnings history, projected future outcomes, industry and market trends and the nature of each of the deferred tax assets, the Company projected future outcomes, industry and market trends and the nature of each of the deferred tax assets, the Company determined that it is able to realize most of its deferred tax assets with the exception of certain loss and credit carryforwards. determined that it is able to realize most of its deferred tax assets with the exception of certain loss and credit carryforwards. The Company is permanently reinvested with respect to certain foreign earnings. There is no unrecognized deferred tax The Company is permanently reinvested with respect to certain foreign earnings. There is no unrecognized deferred tax liability associated with the repatriation of these foreign undistributed earnings as it can be achieved without additional federal liability associated with the repatriation of these foreign undistributed earnings as it can be achieved without additional federal tax consequences. tax consequences. 92 92 93 93 U.S. Federal statutory rate U.S. Federal statutory rate Tax rate differential on international income Tax rate differential on international income Tax effect of U.S. foreign income inclusion Tax effect of U.S. foreign income inclusion Tax effect of U.S. foreign minimum tax Tax effect of U.S. foreign minimum tax Tax effect of U.S. foreign derived intangible income Tax effect of U.S. foreign derived intangible income Tax effect of U.S. non-deductible stock-based compensation Tax effect of U.S. non-deductible stock-based compensation Tax effect of U.S. permanent differences Tax effect of U.S. permanent differences Impact of 2017 Act: Impact of 2017 Act: One-time mandatory deemed repatriation tax One-time mandatory deemed repatriation tax Re-measurement of deferred taxes Re-measurement of deferred taxes Change in valuation allowance Change in valuation allowance Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Foreign income tax credits Foreign income tax credits R&D tax credits R&D tax credits Other Other Effective tax rate Effective tax rate Tax Holidays and Carryforwards Tax Holidays and Carryforwards 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 8 8 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 (14) (14) — — — — (7) (7) 6 6 (5) (5) (8) (8) 2 2 (443) (443) (38) (38) (235) (235) 109 109 (21) (21) (26) (26) — — — — (12) (12) (114) (114) 191 191 147 147 (22) (22) (75) (75) (7) (7) (38) (38) 11 11 (1) (1) (3) (3) (41) (41) 2 2 (2) (2) (79) (79) 23 23 24 24 2 2 11 % 11 % (443) % (443) % (163) % (163) % A substantial portion of the Company’s manufacturing operations in Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand operate under A substantial portion of the Company’s manufacturing operations in Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand operate under various tax holidays and tax incentive programs which expired or will expire in whole or in part at various dates during fiscal various tax holidays and tax incentive programs which expired or will expire in whole or in part at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. Certain of the holidays may be extended if specific conditions are met. The net impact of these tax years 2021 through 2031. Certain of the holidays may be extended if specific conditions are met. The net impact of these tax holidays and tax incentives was an increase to the Company’s net earnings by $390 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, holidays and tax incentives was an increase to the Company’s net earnings by $390 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, $464 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, and $393 million, or $1.33 per diluted share, in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. $464 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, and $393 million, or $1.33 per diluted share, in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards that do not expire As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, expire in various years. Following is a summary of the Company’s federal and state NOL/tax credit or, if not used, expire in various years. Following is a summary of the Company’s federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards and the related expiration dates of these NOL/tax credit carryforwards: carryforwards and the related expiration dates of these NOL/tax credit carryforwards: Federal NOL (Pre 2017 Act Generation) Federal NOL (Pre 2017 Act Generation) Jurisdiction Jurisdiction State NOL State NOL Federal tax credits Federal tax credits State tax credits State tax credits respectively. respectively. The federal and state NOLs and credits relating to various acquisitions are subject to limitations under Sections 382 and The federal and state NOLs and credits relating to various acquisitions are subject to limitations under Sections 382 and 383 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state NOLs ultimately realized will be 383 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state NOLs ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $134 million and $245 million, respectively. The Company expects the total amount reduced as a result of these provisions by $134 million and $245 million, respectively. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state credits ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $27 million and $2 million, of federal and state credits ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $27 million and $2 million, NOL/Tax NOL/Tax Credit Credit Carryforward Carryforward Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ Expiration Expiration 661 661 369 369 56 56 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2034 2022 to 2034 648 648 No expiration No expiration NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “Rescue Act”) was enacted to provide additional On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “Rescue Act”) was enacted to provide additional Effective Tax Rate Effective Tax Rate Reconciliation of the U.S. Federal statutory rate to the Company’s effective tax rate is as follows: Reconciliation of the U.S. Federal statutory rate to the Company’s effective tax rate is as follows: U.S. Federal statutory rate U.S. Federal statutory rate Tax rate differential on international income Tax rate differential on international income Tax effect of U.S. foreign income inclusion Tax effect of U.S. foreign income inclusion Tax effect of U.S. foreign minimum tax Tax effect of U.S. foreign minimum tax Tax effect of U.S. foreign derived intangible income Tax effect of U.S. foreign derived intangible income Tax effect of U.S. non-deductible stock-based compensation Tax effect of U.S. non-deductible stock-based compensation Tax effect of U.S. permanent differences Tax effect of U.S. permanent differences Impact of 2017 Act: Impact of 2017 Act: One-time mandatory deemed repatriation tax One-time mandatory deemed repatriation tax Re-measurement of deferred taxes Re-measurement of deferred taxes Change in valuation allowance Change in valuation allowance Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Foreign income tax credits Foreign income tax credits R&D tax credits R&D tax credits Other Other Effective tax rate Effective tax rate Tax Holidays and Carryforwards Tax Holidays and Carryforwards 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 21 % 8 8 5 5 1 1 (14) (14) 1 1 1 1 — — — — (7) (7) 6 6 (5) (5) (8) (8) 2 2 (443) (443) (38) (38) (235) (235) 109 109 (21) (21) (26) (26) — — — — (12) (12) (114) (114) 191 191 147 147 (22) (22) (75) (75) (7) (7) (38) (38) 11 11 (1) (1) (3) (3) (41) (41) 2 2 (2) (2) (79) (79) 23 23 24 24 2 2 11 % 11 % (443) % (443) % (163) % (163) % A substantial portion of the Company’s manufacturing operations in Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand operate under A substantial portion of the Company’s manufacturing operations in Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand operate under various tax holidays and tax incentive programs which expired or will expire in whole or in part at various dates during fiscal various tax holidays and tax incentive programs which expired or will expire in whole or in part at various dates during fiscal years 2021 through 2031. Certain of the holidays may be extended if specific conditions are met. The net impact of these tax years 2021 through 2031. Certain of the holidays may be extended if specific conditions are met. The net impact of these tax holidays and tax incentives was an increase to the Company’s net earnings by $390 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, holidays and tax incentives was an increase to the Company’s net earnings by $390 million, or $1.26 per diluted share, $464 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, and $393 million, or $1.33 per diluted share, in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. $464 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, and $393 million, or $1.33 per diluted share, in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards that do not expire As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, expire in various years. Following is a summary of the Company’s federal and state NOL/tax credit or, if not used, expire in various years. Following is a summary of the Company’s federal and state NOL/tax credit carryforwards and the related expiration dates of these NOL/tax credit carryforwards: carryforwards and the related expiration dates of these NOL/tax credit carryforwards: Jurisdiction Jurisdiction NOL/Tax NOL/Tax Credit Credit Carryforward Carryforward Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) Expiration Expiration emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Rescue Act includes certain emergency relief to individuals and businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. The Rescue Act includes certain business-related provisions, which the Company at present does not expect to have a material impact on its Consolidated business-related provisions, which the Company at present does not expect to have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements. The Company continues to monitor and evaluate the regulatory and interpretive guidance related to the Financial Statements. The Company continues to monitor and evaluate the regulatory and interpretive guidance related to the CARES Act, the Appropriations Act and the Rescue Act, as well as legislation in other jurisdictions. CARES Act, the Appropriations Act and the Rescue Act, as well as legislation in other jurisdictions. Temporary differences and carryforwards, which give rise to a significant portion of deferred tax assets and liabilities were Temporary differences and carryforwards, which give rise to a significant portion of deferred tax assets and liabilities were Sales related reserves and accrued expenses not currently deductible Sales related reserves and accrued expenses not currently deductible $ $ 88 $ 88 $ Accrued compensation and benefits not currently deductible Accrued compensation and benefits not currently deductible Deferred Taxes Deferred Taxes as follows: as follows: Deferred tax assets: Deferred tax assets: Deferred revenue Deferred revenue Net operating loss carryforward Net operating loss carryforward Business credit carryforward Business credit carryforward Long-lived assets Long-lived assets Other Other Total deferred tax assets Total deferred tax assets Deferred tax liabilities: Deferred tax liabilities: Long-lived assets Long-lived assets Other Other Total deferred tax liabilities Total deferred tax liabilities Valuation allowances Valuation allowances Deferred tax assets (liabilities), net Deferred tax assets (liabilities), net Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities Unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities July 2, July 2, 2021 2021 July 3, July 3, 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 143 143 128 128 196 196 461 461 101 101 131 131 (202) (202) (280) (280) (20) (20) (502) (502) (558) (558) $ $ 188 $ 188 $ 52 52 130 130 — — 251 251 438 438 123 123 133 133 (294) (294) (228) (228) (26) (26) (548) (548) (624) (624) (45) (45) 1,248 1,248 1,127 1,127 The net deferred tax asset valuation allowance decreased by $66 million primarily due to an increase in the deferred tax The net deferred tax asset valuation allowance decreased by $66 million primarily due to an increase in the deferred tax liability for state taxes on the unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities that would be offset by existing business tax liability for state taxes on the unremitted earnings of certain non-U.S. entities that would be offset by existing business tax credits carryforwards. The assessment of valuation allowances against deferred tax assets requires estimations and significant credits carryforwards. The assessment of valuation allowances against deferred tax assets requires estimations and significant judgment. The Company continues to assess and adjust its valuation allowance based on operating results and market judgment. The Company continues to assess and adjust its valuation allowance based on operating results and market conditions. After weighing both the positive and negative evidence available, including, but not limited to, earnings history, conditions. After weighing both the positive and negative evidence available, including, but not limited to, earnings history, projected future outcomes, industry and market trends and the nature of each of the deferred tax assets, the Company projected future outcomes, industry and market trends and the nature of each of the deferred tax assets, the Company determined that it is able to realize most of its deferred tax assets with the exception of certain loss and credit carryforwards. determined that it is able to realize most of its deferred tax assets with the exception of certain loss and credit carryforwards. The Company is permanently reinvested with respect to certain foreign earnings. There is no unrecognized deferred tax The Company is permanently reinvested with respect to certain foreign earnings. There is no unrecognized deferred tax liability associated with the repatriation of these foreign undistributed earnings as it can be achieved without additional federal liability associated with the repatriation of these foreign undistributed earnings as it can be achieved without additional federal tax consequences. tax consequences. State NOL State NOL Federal tax credits Federal tax credits State tax credits State tax credits Federal NOL (Pre 2017 Act Generation) Federal NOL (Pre 2017 Act Generation) $ $ 661 661 369 369 56 56 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2038 2022 to 2034 2022 to 2034 648 648 No expiration No expiration The federal and state NOLs and credits relating to various acquisitions are subject to limitations under Sections 382 and The federal and state NOLs and credits relating to various acquisitions are subject to limitations under Sections 382 and 383 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state NOLs ultimately realized will be 383 of the Internal Revenue Code. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state NOLs ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $134 million and $245 million, respectively. The Company expects the total amount reduced as a result of these provisions by $134 million and $245 million, respectively. The Company expects the total amount of federal and state credits ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $27 million and $2 million, of federal and state credits ultimately realized will be reduced as a result of these provisions by $27 million and $2 million, respectively. respectively. 92 92 93 93 pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Company filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court with respect to the statutory notices of fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Company filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court with respect to the statutory notices of deficiency for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and the fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The U.S. Tax Court consolidated the case deficiency for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and the fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The U.S. Tax Court consolidated the case for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 with the case for fiscal years 2010 through 2012. In May 2020, the IRS filed with the U.S. for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 with the case for fiscal years 2010 through 2012. In May 2020, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Amendments to Answer to assert penalties totaling $340 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer Tax Court Amendments to Answer to assert penalties totaling $340 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with respect to fiscal years 2008 through 2012. In June 2021, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Second pricing with respect to fiscal years 2008 through 2012. In June 2021, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Second Amendments to Answer to assert additional adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for Amendments to Answer to assert additional adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Second Amendments to Answer replace the amounts fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Second Amendments to Answer replace the amounts asserted in the statutory notices of deficiency. With its Second Amendments to Answer, the IRS seeks to increase the asserted in the statutory notices of deficiency. With its Second Amendments to Answer, the IRS seeks to increase the Company’s U.S. taxable income by amounts that would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately Company’s U.S. taxable income by amounts that would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $335 million for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and approximately $922 million for fiscal years 2010 through 2012, subject to $335 million for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and approximately $922 million for fiscal years 2010 through 2012, subject to interest and the IRS’s claim for penalties. In September 2020 and December 2020, the IRS proposed adjustments relating to interest and the IRS’s claim for penalties. In September 2020 and December 2020, the IRS proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2013 through 2015 transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2013 through 2015 that, if sustained, would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $343 million for those fiscal that, if sustained, would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $343 million for those fiscal years. In March 2021, the IRS asserted penalties totaling $109 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing years. In March 2021, the IRS asserted penalties totaling $109 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with respect to fiscal years 2013 through 2015. The Company disagrees with the proposed adjustments relating to transfer with respect to fiscal years 2013 through 2015. The Company disagrees with the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing and related penalties, and continues to believe that its tax positions are properly supported and will vigorously contest pricing and related penalties, and continues to believe that its tax positions are properly supported and will vigorously contest the position taken by the IRS. Also in March 2021, the Company and the IRS tentatively reached a basis for resolving the the position taken by the IRS. Also in March 2021, the Company and the IRS tentatively reached a basis for resolving the intercompany payable balances matter for all fiscal years at issue and the impact was not material to the Consolidated Financial intercompany payable balances matter for all fiscal years at issue and the impact was not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Statements. The Company believes that adequate provision has been made for any adjustments that may result from tax examinations. The Company believes that adequate provision has been made for any adjustments that may result from tax examinations. However, the outcome of tax examinations cannot be predicted with certainty. If any issues addressed in the Company’s tax However, the outcome of tax examinations cannot be predicted with certainty. If any issues addressed in the Company’s tax examinations are resolved in a manner not consistent with management’s expectations, the Company could be required to adjust examinations are resolved in a manner not consistent with management’s expectations, the Company could be required to adjust its provision for income taxes in the period such resolution occurs. As of July 2, 2021, it was not possible to estimate the its provision for income taxes in the period such resolution occurs. As of July 2, 2021, it was not possible to estimate the amount of change, if any, in the unrecognized tax benefits that is reasonably possible within the next twelve months. Any amount of change, if any, in the unrecognized tax benefits that is reasonably possible within the next twelve months. Any significant change in the amount of the Company’s liability for unrecognized tax benefits would most likely result from significant change in the amount of the Company’s liability for unrecognized tax benefits would most likely result from additional information or settlements relating to the examination of the Company’s tax returns. additional information or settlements relating to the examination of the Company’s tax returns. WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of foreign NOL carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of foreign NOL carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, As previously disclosed, the IRS issued statutory notices of deficiency with respect to adjustments relating to transfer As previously disclosed, the IRS issued statutory notices of deficiency with respect to adjustments relating to transfer expire in various years, depending on the country. The major jurisdictions that the Company receives foreign NOL expire in various years, depending on the country. The major jurisdictions that the Company receives foreign NOL carryforwards and the related amounts and expiration dates of these NOL carryforwards are as follows: carryforwards and the related amounts and expiration dates of these NOL carryforwards are as follows: Jurisdiction Jurisdiction Belgium Belgium Japan Japan Malaysia Malaysia Spain Spain Netherlands Netherlands Uncertain Tax Positions Uncertain Tax Positions NOL NOL Carryforward Carryforward Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) Expiration Expiration $ $ 120 120 111 111 72 72 51 51 12 12 No expiration No expiration 2024 to 2031 2024 to 2031 2025 to 2027 2025 to 2027 No expiration No expiration 2025 to 2026 2025 to 2026 With the exception of certain unrecognized tax benefits that are directly associated with the tax position taken, With the exception of certain unrecognized tax benefits that are directly associated with the tax position taken, unrecognized tax benefits are presented gross in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. unrecognized tax benefits are presented gross in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The following is a tabular reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits excluding accrued interest and The following is a tabular reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits excluding accrued interest and penalties: penalties: Unrecognized tax benefit, beginning balance Unrecognized tax benefit, beginning balance Gross increases related to current year tax positions Gross increases related to current year tax positions Gross increases related to prior year tax positions Gross increases related to prior year tax positions Gross decreases related to prior year tax positions Gross decreases related to prior year tax positions Settlements Settlements Lapse of statute of limitations Lapse of statute of limitations Acquisitions Acquisitions 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 717 $ 717 $ 695 $ 695 $ 21 21 46 46 (20) (20) (9) (9) (7) (7) — — 11 11 35 35 (4) (4) (12) (12) (8) (8) — — Unrecognized tax benefit, ending balance Unrecognized tax benefit, ending balance $ $ 748 $ 748 $ 717 $ 717 $ 551 551 172 172 8 8 (24) (24) (1) (1) (11) (11) — — 695 695 Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. Accrued interest and penalties included in the Company’s liability related to and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. Accrued interest and penalties included in the Company’s liability related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019 was $138 million, $137 million and $123 million, unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019 was $138 million, $137 million and $123 million, respectively. Included within long-term liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets are the Company’s payables related to respectively. Included within long-term liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets are the Company’s payables related to unrecognized tax benefits, including accrued interest and penalties, of $750 million, $720 million, and $699 million as of unrecognized tax benefits, including accrued interest and penalties, of $750 million, $720 million, and $699 million as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, respectively. The entire balance of the gross unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, respectively. The entire balance of the gross unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. The Company files U.S. Federal, U.S. state and foreign tax returns. For both federal and state tax returns, with few The Company files U.S. Federal, U.S. state and foreign tax returns. For both federal and state tax returns, with few exceptions, the Company is subject to examination for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. The Company is no longer subject to exceptions, the Company is subject to examination for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. The Company is no longer subject to examination by the IRS for periods prior to 2012, although carry forwards generated prior to those periods may still be adjusted examination by the IRS for periods prior to 2012, although carry forwards generated prior to those periods may still be adjusted upon examination by the IRS or state taxing authority if they either have been or will be used in a subsequent period. In the upon examination by the IRS or state taxing authority if they either have been or will be used in a subsequent period. In the major foreign jurisdictions where there is no tax holiday, the Company could be subject to examination in China for calendar major foreign jurisdictions where there is no tax holiday, the Company could be subject to examination in China for calendar years 2011 through 2020, in Ireland for calendar year 2015 through fiscal year 2020, in India for fiscal years 2008 through years 2011 through 2020, in Ireland for calendar year 2015 through fiscal year 2020, in India for fiscal years 2008 through 2020, in Israel for calendar year 2016 through fiscal year 2020 and in Japan for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. 2020, in Israel for calendar year 2016 through fiscal year 2020 and in Japan for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. 94 94 95 95 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of foreign NOL carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, As of July 2, 2021, the Company had varying amounts of foreign NOL carryforwards that do not expire or, if not used, As previously disclosed, the IRS issued statutory notices of deficiency with respect to adjustments relating to transfer As previously disclosed, the IRS issued statutory notices of deficiency with respect to adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Company filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court with respect to the statutory notices of fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Company filed petitions with the U.S. Tax Court with respect to the statutory notices of deficiency for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and the fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The U.S. Tax Court consolidated the case deficiency for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and the fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The U.S. Tax Court consolidated the case for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 with the case for fiscal years 2010 through 2012. In May 2020, the IRS filed with the U.S. for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 with the case for fiscal years 2010 through 2012. In May 2020, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Amendments to Answer to assert penalties totaling $340 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer Tax Court Amendments to Answer to assert penalties totaling $340 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with respect to fiscal years 2008 through 2012. In June 2021, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Second pricing with respect to fiscal years 2008 through 2012. In June 2021, the IRS filed with the U.S. Tax Court Second Amendments to Answer to assert additional adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for Amendments to Answer to assert additional adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Second Amendments to Answer replace the amounts fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and fiscal years 2010 through 2012. The Second Amendments to Answer replace the amounts asserted in the statutory notices of deficiency. With its Second Amendments to Answer, the IRS seeks to increase the asserted in the statutory notices of deficiency. With its Second Amendments to Answer, the IRS seeks to increase the Company’s U.S. taxable income by amounts that would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately Company’s U.S. taxable income by amounts that would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $335 million for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and approximately $922 million for fiscal years 2010 through 2012, subject to $335 million for fiscal years 2008 through 2009 and approximately $922 million for fiscal years 2010 through 2012, subject to interest and the IRS’s claim for penalties. In September 2020 and December 2020, the IRS proposed adjustments relating to interest and the IRS’s claim for penalties. In September 2020 and December 2020, the IRS proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2013 through 2015 transfer pricing with the Company’s foreign subsidiaries and intercompany payable balances for fiscal years 2013 through 2015 that, if sustained, would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $343 million for those fiscal that, if sustained, would result in additional federal income tax liabilities totaling approximately $343 million for those fiscal years. In March 2021, the IRS asserted penalties totaling $109 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing years. In March 2021, the IRS asserted penalties totaling $109 million on the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing with respect to fiscal years 2013 through 2015. The Company disagrees with the proposed adjustments relating to transfer with respect to fiscal years 2013 through 2015. The Company disagrees with the proposed adjustments relating to transfer pricing and related penalties, and continues to believe that its tax positions are properly supported and will vigorously contest pricing and related penalties, and continues to believe that its tax positions are properly supported and will vigorously contest the position taken by the IRS. Also in March 2021, the Company and the IRS tentatively reached a basis for resolving the the position taken by the IRS. Also in March 2021, the Company and the IRS tentatively reached a basis for resolving the intercompany payable balances matter for all fiscal years at issue and the impact was not material to the Consolidated Financial intercompany payable balances matter for all fiscal years at issue and the impact was not material to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Statements. The Company believes that adequate provision has been made for any adjustments that may result from tax examinations. The Company believes that adequate provision has been made for any adjustments that may result from tax examinations. However, the outcome of tax examinations cannot be predicted with certainty. If any issues addressed in the Company’s tax However, the outcome of tax examinations cannot be predicted with certainty. If any issues addressed in the Company’s tax examinations are resolved in a manner not consistent with management’s expectations, the Company could be required to adjust examinations are resolved in a manner not consistent with management’s expectations, the Company could be required to adjust its provision for income taxes in the period such resolution occurs. As of July 2, 2021, it was not possible to estimate the its provision for income taxes in the period such resolution occurs. As of July 2, 2021, it was not possible to estimate the amount of change, if any, in the unrecognized tax benefits that is reasonably possible within the next twelve months. Any amount of change, if any, in the unrecognized tax benefits that is reasonably possible within the next twelve months. Any significant change in the amount of the Company’s liability for unrecognized tax benefits would most likely result from significant change in the amount of the Company’s liability for unrecognized tax benefits would most likely result from additional information or settlements relating to the examination of the Company’s tax returns. additional information or settlements relating to the examination of the Company’s tax returns. Jurisdiction Jurisdiction Belgium Belgium Japan Japan Malaysia Malaysia Spain Spain Netherlands Netherlands penalties: penalties: Uncertain Tax Positions Uncertain Tax Positions expire in various years, depending on the country. The major jurisdictions that the Company receives foreign NOL expire in various years, depending on the country. The major jurisdictions that the Company receives foreign NOL carryforwards and the related amounts and expiration dates of these NOL carryforwards are as follows: carryforwards and the related amounts and expiration dates of these NOL carryforwards are as follows: NOL NOL Carryforward Carryforward Amount Amount (in millions) (in millions) $ $ Expiration Expiration 120 120 111 111 72 72 51 51 12 12 No expiration No expiration 2024 to 2031 2024 to 2031 2025 to 2027 2025 to 2027 No expiration No expiration 2025 to 2026 2025 to 2026 With the exception of certain unrecognized tax benefits that are directly associated with the tax position taken, With the exception of certain unrecognized tax benefits that are directly associated with the tax position taken, unrecognized tax benefits are presented gross in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. unrecognized tax benefits are presented gross in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The following is a tabular reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits excluding accrued interest and The following is a tabular reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits excluding accrued interest and Unrecognized tax benefit, beginning balance Unrecognized tax benefit, beginning balance Gross increases related to current year tax positions Gross increases related to current year tax positions Gross increases related to prior year tax positions Gross increases related to prior year tax positions Gross decreases related to prior year tax positions Gross decreases related to prior year tax positions Settlements Settlements Acquisitions Acquisitions Lapse of statute of limitations Lapse of statute of limitations 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ 717 $ 717 $ 695 $ 695 $ 21 21 46 46 (20) (20) (9) (9) (7) (7) — — 11 11 35 35 (4) (4) (12) (12) (8) (8) — — 551 551 172 172 8 8 (24) (24) (1) (1) (11) (11) — — 695 695 Unrecognized tax benefit, ending balance Unrecognized tax benefit, ending balance $ $ 748 $ 748 $ 717 $ 717 $ Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits are recognized in liabilities recorded for uncertain tax positions and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. Accrued interest and penalties included in the Company’s liability related to and are recorded in the provision for income taxes. Accrued interest and penalties included in the Company’s liability related to unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019 was $138 million, $137 million and $123 million, unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019 was $138 million, $137 million and $123 million, respectively. Included within long-term liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets are the Company’s payables related to respectively. Included within long-term liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets are the Company’s payables related to unrecognized tax benefits, including accrued interest and penalties, of $750 million, $720 million, and $699 million as of unrecognized tax benefits, including accrued interest and penalties, of $750 million, $720 million, and $699 million as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, respectively. The entire balance of the gross unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, respectively. The entire balance of the gross unrecognized tax benefits as of July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. July 2, 2021, July 3, 2020 and June 28, 2019, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. The Company files U.S. Federal, U.S. state and foreign tax returns. For both federal and state tax returns, with few The Company files U.S. Federal, U.S. state and foreign tax returns. For both federal and state tax returns, with few exceptions, the Company is subject to examination for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. The Company is no longer subject to exceptions, the Company is subject to examination for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. The Company is no longer subject to examination by the IRS for periods prior to 2012, although carry forwards generated prior to those periods may still be adjusted examination by the IRS for periods prior to 2012, although carry forwards generated prior to those periods may still be adjusted upon examination by the IRS or state taxing authority if they either have been or will be used in a subsequent period. In the upon examination by the IRS or state taxing authority if they either have been or will be used in a subsequent period. In the major foreign jurisdictions where there is no tax holiday, the Company could be subject to examination in China for calendar major foreign jurisdictions where there is no tax holiday, the Company could be subject to examination in China for calendar years 2011 through 2020, in Ireland for calendar year 2015 through fiscal year 2020, in India for fiscal years 2008 through years 2011 through 2020, in Ireland for calendar year 2015 through fiscal year 2020, in India for fiscal years 2008 through 2020, in Israel for calendar year 2016 through fiscal year 2020 and in Japan for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. 2020, in Israel for calendar year 2016 through fiscal year 2020 and in Japan for fiscal years 2013 through 2020. 94 94 95 95 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Note 15. Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share Note 15. Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share Note 16. Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges Note 16. Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges The following table presents the computation of basic and diluted income (loss) per common share: The following table presents the computation of basic and diluted income (loss) per common share: The Company recorded the following charges related to employee termination benefits, asset impairment, and other The Company recorded the following charges related to employee termination benefits, asset impairment, and other Year Ended Year Ended charges: charges: Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Weighted average shares outstanding: Weighted average shares outstanding: Basic Basic Employee stock options, RSUs, PSUs and ESPP Employee stock options, RSUs, PSUs and ESPP Diluted Diluted Income (loss) per common share Income (loss) per common share Basic Basic Diluted Diluted Anti-dilutive potential common shares excluded Anti-dilutive potential common shares excluded 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions, except per share data) (in millions, except per share data) $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) 305 305 4 4 309 309 298 298 — — 298 298 $ $ $ $ 2.69 $ 2.69 $ 2.66 $ 2.66 $ 5 5 (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ 15 15 292 292 — — 292 292 (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) 17 17 Employee termination and other charges: Employee termination and other charges: Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Business Realignment Business Realignment Total employee termination and other charges Total employee termination and other charges Gain on disposition of assets: Gain on disposition of assets: Business Realignment Business Realignment Total gain on disposition of assets Total gain on disposition of assets Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities 2021 2021 2019 2019 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) $ $ — $ — $ 5 $ 5 $ 28 28 28 28 (75) (75) (75) (75) 44 44 49 49 (17) (17) (17) (17) 22 22 144 144 166 166 — — — — 166 166 The Company computes basic income (loss) per common share using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number The Company computes basic income (loss) per common share using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per common share is computed using Net income (loss) of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per common share is computed using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. and the Weighted average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, RSUs and PSUs, and rights to Potentially dilutive common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, RSUs and PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the Company’s ESPP. For 2021, the Company excluded common shares subject to purchase shares of common stock under the Company’s ESPP. For 2021, the Company excluded common shares subject to outstanding equity awards from the calculation of diluted shares because their impact would have been anti-dilutive based on outstanding equity awards from the calculation of diluted shares because their impact would have been anti-dilutive based on the Company’s average stock price during the period. For 2020 and 2019, the Company recorded net loss, and all shares subject the Company’s average stock price during the period. For 2020 and 2019, the Company recorded net loss, and all shares subject to outstanding equity awards have been excluded for those periods because including them would be anti-dilutive. to outstanding equity awards have been excluded for those periods because including them would be anti-dilutive. Total employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Total employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges $ $ (47) $ (47) $ 32 $ 32 $ In July 2018, the Company announced the closing of its HDD manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in order In July 2018, the Company announced the closing of its HDD manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in order to reduce its manufacturing costs and consolidate HDD operations into Thailand. The Company substantially completed the to reduce its manufacturing costs and consolidate HDD operations into Thailand. The Company substantially completed the closure in fiscal year 2019. closure in fiscal year 2019. 96 96 97 97 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Note 15. Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share Note 15. Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share Note 16. Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges Note 16. Employee Termination, Asset Impairment and Other Charges The following table presents the computation of basic and diluted income (loss) per common share: The following table presents the computation of basic and diluted income (loss) per common share: The Company recorded the following charges related to employee termination benefits, asset impairment, and other The Company recorded the following charges related to employee termination benefits, asset impairment, and other Year Ended Year Ended charges: charges: Net income (loss) Net income (loss) Weighted average shares outstanding: Weighted average shares outstanding: Employee stock options, RSUs, PSUs and ESPP Employee stock options, RSUs, PSUs and ESPP Income (loss) per common share Income (loss) per common share Basic Basic Diluted Diluted Basic Basic Diluted Diluted Anti-dilutive potential common shares excluded Anti-dilutive potential common shares excluded 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 (in millions, except per share data) (in millions, except per share data) $ $ 821 $ 821 $ (250) $ (250) $ (754) (754) 305 305 4 4 309 309 298 298 — — 298 298 $ $ $ $ 2.69 $ 2.69 $ 2.66 $ 2.66 $ 5 5 (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ (0.84) $ 15 15 292 292 — — 292 292 (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) (2.58) 17 17 The Company computes basic income (loss) per common share using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number The Company computes basic income (loss) per common share using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per common share is computed using Net income (loss) of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income (loss) per common share is computed using Net income (loss) and the Weighted average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. and the Weighted average number of common shares and potentially dilutive common shares outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, RSUs and PSUs, and rights to Potentially dilutive common shares include dilutive outstanding employee stock options, RSUs and PSUs, and rights to purchase shares of common stock under the Company’s ESPP. For 2021, the Company excluded common shares subject to purchase shares of common stock under the Company’s ESPP. For 2021, the Company excluded common shares subject to outstanding equity awards from the calculation of diluted shares because their impact would have been anti-dilutive based on outstanding equity awards from the calculation of diluted shares because their impact would have been anti-dilutive based on the Company’s average stock price during the period. For 2020 and 2019, the Company recorded net loss, and all shares subject the Company’s average stock price during the period. For 2020 and 2019, the Company recorded net loss, and all shares subject to outstanding equity awards have been excluded for those periods because including them would be anti-dilutive. to outstanding equity awards have been excluded for those periods because including them would be anti-dilutive. Employee termination and other charges: Employee termination and other charges: Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Business Realignment Business Realignment Total employee termination and other charges Total employee termination and other charges Gain on disposition of assets: Gain on disposition of assets: Business Realignment Business Realignment Total gain on disposition of assets Total gain on disposition of assets 2021 2021 2020 2020 (in millions) (in millions) 2019 2019 $ $ — $ — $ 5 $ 5 $ 28 28 28 28 (75) (75) (75) (75) 44 44 49 49 (17) (17) (17) (17) Total employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges Total employee termination, asset impairment, and other charges $ $ (47) $ (47) $ 32 $ 32 $ 22 22 144 144 166 166 — — — — 166 166 Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities Closure of Foreign Manufacturing Facilities In July 2018, the Company announced the closing of its HDD manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in order In July 2018, the Company announced the closing of its HDD manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in order to reduce its manufacturing costs and consolidate HDD operations into Thailand. The Company substantially completed the to reduce its manufacturing costs and consolidate HDD operations into Thailand. The Company substantially completed the closure in fiscal year 2019. closure in fiscal year 2019. 96 96 97 97 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION Business Realignment Business Realignment The Company periodically incurs charges as part of the integration process of recent acquisitions and to realign its The Company periodically incurs charges as part of the integration process of recent acquisitions and to realign its operations with anticipated market demand, primarily consisting of organization rationalization designed to streamline its operations with anticipated market demand, primarily consisting of organization rationalization designed to streamline its business, reduce its cost structure and focus its resources. The Company may also record credits related to gains upon sale of business, reduce its cost structure and focus its resources. The Company may also record credits related to gains upon sale of property in connection with these activities. The Company recognized gains related to the disposition of assets associated with property in connection with these activities. The Company recognized gains related to the disposition of assets associated with these activities $75 million and $17 million for 2021 and 2020, respectively. these activities $75 million and $17 million for 2021 and 2020, respectively. Note 17. Legal Proceedings Note 17. Legal Proceedings Tax Tax The following table presents an analysis of the components of the activity against the reserve during the year ended July 2, The following table presents an analysis of the components of the activity against the reserve during the year ended July 2, Other Matters Other Matters 2021: 2021: Accrual balance at July 3, 2020 Accrual balance at July 3, 2020 Charges Charges Cash payments Cash payments Accrual balance at July 2, 2021 Accrual balance at July 2, 2021 Employee Employee Termination Termination Benefits Benefits Contract Contract Termination and Termination and Other Other Total Total $ $ $ $ (in millions) (in millions) 13 $ 13 $ — $ — $ 25 25 (36) (36) 3 3 (3) (3) 2 $ 2 $ — $ — $ 13 13 28 28 (39) (39) 2 2 For disclosures regarding statutory notices of deficiency issued by the IRS on June 28, 2018 and December 10, 2018, For disclosures regarding statutory notices of deficiency issued by the IRS on June 28, 2018 and December 10, 2018, petitions filed by the Company with the U.S. Tax Court in September 2018 and March 2019, additional penalties asserted by petitions filed by the Company with the U.S. Tax Court in September 2018 and March 2019, additional penalties asserted by the IRS in March 2021 and a tentative resolution with respect to certain matters, see Note 14, Income Tax Expense. the IRS in March 2021 and a tentative resolution with respect to certain matters, see Note 14, Income Tax Expense. In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to legal proceedings, lawsuits and other claims. Although the In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to legal proceedings, lawsuits and other claims. Although the ultimate aggregate amount of probable monetary liability or financial impact with respect to these other matters is subject to ultimate aggregate amount of probable monetary liability or financial impact with respect to these other matters is subject to many uncertainties, management believes that any monetary liability or financial impact to the Company from these matters, many uncertainties, management believes that any monetary liability or financial impact to the Company from these matters, individually and in the aggregate, would not be material to the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash individually and in the aggregate, would not be material to the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash flows. However, any monetary liability and financial impact to the Company from these matters could differ materially from flows. However, any monetary liability and financial impact to the Company from these matters could differ materially from the Company’s expectations. the Company’s expectations. 98 98 99 99 NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — (Continued) Business Realignment Business Realignment Note 17. Legal Proceedings Note 17. Legal Proceedings The Company periodically incurs charges as part of the integration process of recent acquisitions and to realign its The Company periodically incurs charges as part of the integration process of recent acquisitions and to realign its Tax Tax operations with anticipated market demand, primarily consisting of organization rationalization designed to streamline its operations with anticipated market demand, primarily consisting of organization rationalization designed to streamline its business, reduce its cost structure and focus its resources. The Company may also record credits related to gains upon sale of business, reduce its cost structure and focus its resources. The Company may also record credits related to gains upon sale of property in connection with these activities. The Company recognized gains related to the disposition of assets associated with property in connection with these activities. The Company recognized gains related to the disposition of assets associated with these activities $75 million and $17 million for 2021 and 2020, respectively. these activities $75 million and $17 million for 2021 and 2020, respectively. For disclosures regarding statutory notices of deficiency issued by the IRS on June 28, 2018 and December 10, 2018, For disclosures regarding statutory notices of deficiency issued by the IRS on June 28, 2018 and December 10, 2018, petitions filed by the Company with the U.S. Tax Court in September 2018 and March 2019, additional penalties asserted by petitions filed by the Company with the U.S. Tax Court in September 2018 and March 2019, additional penalties asserted by the IRS in March 2021 and a tentative resolution with respect to certain matters, see Note 14, Income Tax Expense. the IRS in March 2021 and a tentative resolution with respect to certain matters, see Note 14, Income Tax Expense. The following table presents an analysis of the components of the activity against the reserve during the year ended July 2, The following table presents an analysis of the components of the activity against the reserve during the year ended July 2, Other Matters Other Matters 2021: 2021: Accrual balance at July 3, 2020 Accrual balance at July 3, 2020 Charges Charges Cash payments Cash payments Accrual balance at July 2, 2021 Accrual balance at July 2, 2021 Employee Employee Termination Termination Benefits Benefits Contract Contract Termination and Termination and Other Other Total Total $ $ $ $ (in millions) (in millions) 13 $ 13 $ — $ — $ 25 25 (36) (36) 3 3 (3) (3) 2 $ 2 $ — $ — $ 13 13 28 28 (39) (39) 2 2 In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to legal proceedings, lawsuits and other claims. Although the In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to legal proceedings, lawsuits and other claims. Although the ultimate aggregate amount of probable monetary liability or financial impact with respect to these other matters is subject to ultimate aggregate amount of probable monetary liability or financial impact with respect to these other matters is subject to many uncertainties, management believes that any monetary liability or financial impact to the Company from these matters, many uncertainties, management believes that any monetary liability or financial impact to the Company from these matters, individually and in the aggregate, would not be material to the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash individually and in the aggregate, would not be material to the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash flows. However, any monetary liability and financial impact to the Company from these matters could differ materially from flows. However, any monetary liability and financial impact to the Company from these matters could differ materially from the Company’s expectations. the Company’s expectations. 98 98 99 99 Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, does not expect our internal Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, does not expect our internal controls over financial reporting will prevent all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and controls over financial reporting will prevent all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in a system of internal control benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in a system of internal control over financial reporting, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, over financial reporting, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and if any, have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control. The design of any system acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control. The design of any system of controls is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance of controls is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Because of the inherent that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected. limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected. On August 23, 2021, we entered into a Separation and General Release Agreement with Lori Sundberg, Executive Vice On August 23, 2021, we entered into a Separation and General Release Agreement with Lori Sundberg, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (the “Separation Agreement”). Ms. Sundberg has agreed to continue in an President and Chief Human Resources Officer (the “Separation Agreement”). Ms. Sundberg has agreed to continue in an advisory capacity through October 1, 2021 to assist with the transition of her duties and responsibilities. Pursuant to the advisory capacity through October 1, 2021 to assist with the transition of her duties and responsibilities. Pursuant to the Separation Agreement, Ms. Sundberg will receive the Tier I severance benefits to which she is entitled pursuant to the terms Separation Agreement, Ms. Sundberg will receive the Tier I severance benefits to which she is entitled pursuant to the terms and conditions of our Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, the material terms of which have been previously and conditions of our Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, the material terms of which have been previously disclosed and a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.7 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “Separation Benefits”). Ms. disclosed and a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.7 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “Separation Benefits”). Ms. Sundberg’s receipt of the Separation Benefits is subject to her non-revocation of a general release of claims included in the Sundberg’s receipt of the Separation Benefits is subject to her non-revocation of a general release of claims included in the Separation Agreement and compliance with the terms of the Separation Agreement, including certain non-solicitation and Separation Agreement and compliance with the terms of the Separation Agreement, including certain non-solicitation and Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections cooperation provisions. cooperation provisions. Not applicable. Not applicable. Item 9. Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Inherent Limitations of Effectiveness of Controls Inherent Limitations of Effectiveness of Controls None. None. Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures As required by Rule 13a‑15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), we carried out As required by Rule 13a‑15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of the Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective. period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective. Item 9B. Other Information Item 9B. Other Information Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a‑15(f) and 15d‑15(f) of the Exchange Act) to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of our defined in Rules 13a‑15(f) and 15d‑15(f) of the Exchange Act) to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of our financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the accounting principles. Internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets; (ii) maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that the transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in provide reasonable assurance that the transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and our directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding accordance with authorizations of our management and our directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements. the financial statements. Our management evaluated the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting using the criteria set forth by Our management evaluated the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting using the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control — Integrated the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was Framework (2013). Based on this evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. KPMG LLP, our independent registered effective as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. KPMG LLP, our independent registered public accounting firm, which audited the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, has public accounting firm, which audited the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, has issued an audit report on our internal control over financial reporting. See Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting issued an audit report on our internal control over financial reporting. See Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm herein. Firm herein. Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth fiscal quarter ended July 2, There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2021, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. 2021, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. In the third quarter of fiscal 2021, we substantially completed the initial implementation of our enterprise resource planning In the third quarter of fiscal 2021, we substantially completed the initial implementation of our enterprise resource planning system on a worldwide basis. These system changes resulted in the modification of certain processes and controls, but no system on a worldwide basis. These system changes resulted in the modification of certain processes and controls, but no changes materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Going changes materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Going forward, we expect to make routine enhancements and modifications in the normal course of business. In addition, as noted forward, we expect to make routine enhancements and modifications in the normal course of business. In addition, as noted previously, we are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide more discrete information to support our new previously, we are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide more discrete information to support our new organizational structure. As we implement these enhancements and modifications in future periods, we will continue to assess organizational structure. As we implement these enhancements and modifications in future periods, we will continue to assess the impact on our internal control over financial reporting. the impact on our internal control over financial reporting. 100 100 101 101 Item 9. Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure Inherent Limitations of Effectiveness of Controls Inherent Limitations of Effectiveness of Controls None. None. Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Item 9A. Controls and Procedures Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures As required by Rule 13a‑15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), we carried out As required by Rule 13a‑15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, does not expect our internal Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, does not expect our internal controls over financial reporting will prevent all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and controls over financial reporting will prevent all error and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in a system of internal control benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in a system of internal control over financial reporting, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, over financial reporting, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and if any, have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual that breakdowns can occur because of simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control. The design of any system acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control. The design of any system of controls is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance of controls is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Because of the inherent that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions. Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected. limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected. Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of the Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective. period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective. Item 9B. Other Information Item 9B. Other Information Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a‑15(f) and 15d‑15(f) of the Exchange Act) to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of our defined in Rules 13a‑15(f) and 15d‑15(f) of the Exchange Act) to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of our financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the accounting principles. Internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets; (ii) maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that the transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in provide reasonable assurance that the transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and our directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding accordance with authorizations of our management and our directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding On August 23, 2021, we entered into a Separation and General Release Agreement with Lori Sundberg, Executive Vice On August 23, 2021, we entered into a Separation and General Release Agreement with Lori Sundberg, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (the “Separation Agreement”). Ms. Sundberg has agreed to continue in an President and Chief Human Resources Officer (the “Separation Agreement”). Ms. Sundberg has agreed to continue in an advisory capacity through October 1, 2021 to assist with the transition of her duties and responsibilities. Pursuant to the advisory capacity through October 1, 2021 to assist with the transition of her duties and responsibilities. Pursuant to the Separation Agreement, Ms. Sundberg will receive the Tier I severance benefits to which she is entitled pursuant to the terms Separation Agreement, Ms. Sundberg will receive the Tier I severance benefits to which she is entitled pursuant to the terms and conditions of our Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, the material terms of which have been previously and conditions of our Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, the material terms of which have been previously disclosed and a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.7 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “Separation Benefits”). Ms. disclosed and a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.7 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “Separation Benefits”). Ms. Sundberg’s receipt of the Separation Benefits is subject to her non-revocation of a general release of claims included in the Sundberg’s receipt of the Separation Benefits is subject to her non-revocation of a general release of claims included in the Separation Agreement and compliance with the terms of the Separation Agreement, including certain non-solicitation and Separation Agreement and compliance with the terms of the Separation Agreement, including certain non-solicitation and cooperation provisions. cooperation provisions. prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections the financial statements. the financial statements. Not applicable. Not applicable. Our management evaluated the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting using the criteria set forth by Our management evaluated the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting using the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control — Integrated the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was Framework (2013). Based on this evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. KPMG LLP, our independent registered effective as of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. KPMG LLP, our independent registered public accounting firm, which audited the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, has public accounting firm, which audited the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, has issued an audit report on our internal control over financial reporting. See Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting issued an audit report on our internal control over financial reporting. See Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm herein. Firm herein. Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth fiscal quarter ended July 2, There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth fiscal quarter ended July 2, 2021, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. 2021, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. In the third quarter of fiscal 2021, we substantially completed the initial implementation of our enterprise resource planning In the third quarter of fiscal 2021, we substantially completed the initial implementation of our enterprise resource planning system on a worldwide basis. These system changes resulted in the modification of certain processes and controls, but no system on a worldwide basis. These system changes resulted in the modification of certain processes and controls, but no changes materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Going changes materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. Going forward, we expect to make routine enhancements and modifications in the normal course of business. In addition, as noted forward, we expect to make routine enhancements and modifications in the normal course of business. In addition, as noted previously, we are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide more discrete information to support our new previously, we are implementing new reporting modules and processes to provide more discrete information to support our new organizational structure. As we implement these enhancements and modifications in future periods, we will continue to assess organizational structure. As we implement these enhancements and modifications in future periods, we will continue to assess the impact on our internal control over financial reporting. the impact on our internal control over financial reporting. 100 100 101 101 Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules PART III PART III PART IV PART IV There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. In addition, our Board of Directors has adopted a Code of Business Ethics that applies to all of fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. In addition, our Board of Directors has adopted a Code of Business Ethics that applies to all of our directors, employees and officers, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. The current version of our directors, employees and officers, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. The current version of the Code of Business Ethics is available on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. To the extent the Code of Business Ethics is available on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. To the extent required by rules adopted by the SEC and The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC, we intend to promptly disclose future amendments required by rules adopted by the SEC and The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC, we intend to promptly disclose future amendments to certain provisions of the Code of Business Ethics, or waivers of such provisions granted to executive officers and directors, to certain provisions of the Code of Business Ethics, or waivers of such provisions granted to executive officers and directors, on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. Item 11. Executive Compensation Item 11. Executive Compensation There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. The following documents are filed as a part of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K: The following documents are filed as a part of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K: (1) Financial Statements. The financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of this document are filed as part of this (1) Financial Statements. The financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of this document are filed as part of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Annual Report on Form 10‑K. (2) Financial Statement Schedules. (2) Financial Statement Schedules. All schedules are omitted as the required information is immaterial, inapplicable or the information is presented in the All schedules are omitted as the required information is immaterial, inapplicable or the information is presented in the Consolidated Financial Statements or related Notes. Consolidated Financial Statements or related Notes. (3) Exhibits. The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index below are filed with, or incorporated by reference in, this Annual (3) Exhibits. The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index below are filed with, or incorporated by reference in, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, as specified in the Exhibit List, from exhibits previously filed with the SEC. Certain agreements Report on Form 10‑K, as specified in the Exhibit List, from exhibits previously filed with the SEC. Certain agreements listed in the Exhibit List that we have filed or incorporated by reference may contain representations and warranties by listed in the Exhibit List that we have filed or incorporated by reference may contain representations and warranties by us or our subsidiaries. These representations and warranties have been made solely for the benefit of the other party or us or our subsidiaries. These representations and warranties have been made solely for the benefit of the other party or parties to such agreements and (i) may have been qualified by disclosures made to such other party or parties, (ii) were parties to such agreements and (i) may have been qualified by disclosures made to such other party or parties, (ii) were made only as of the date of such agreements or such other date(s) as may be specified in such agreements and are made only as of the date of such agreements or such other date(s) as may be specified in such agreements and are subject to more recent developments, which may not be fully reflected in our public disclosures, (iii) may reflect the subject to more recent developments, which may not be fully reflected in our public disclosures, (iii) may reflect the allocation of risk among the parties to such agreements and (iv) may apply materiality standards different from what allocation of risk among the parties to such agreements and (iv) may apply materiality standards different from what may be viewed as material to investors. Accordingly, these representations and warranties may not describe the actual may be viewed as material to investors. Accordingly, these representations and warranties may not describe the actual state of affairs at the date hereof and should not be relied upon. state of affairs at the date hereof and should not be relied upon. 102 102 103 103 Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules PART III PART III PART IV PART IV There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the The following documents are filed as a part of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K: The following documents are filed as a part of this Annual Report on Form 10‑K: fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. In addition, our Board of Directors has adopted a Code of Business Ethics that applies to all of fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. In addition, our Board of Directors has adopted a Code of Business Ethics that applies to all of (1) Financial Statements. The financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of this document are filed as part of this (1) Financial Statements. The financial statements included in Part II, Item 8 of this document are filed as part of this our directors, employees and officers, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. The current version of our directors, employees and officers, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer. The current version of the Code of Business Ethics is available on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. To the extent the Code of Business Ethics is available on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. To the extent required by rules adopted by the SEC and The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC, we intend to promptly disclose future amendments required by rules adopted by the SEC and The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC, we intend to promptly disclose future amendments to certain provisions of the Code of Business Ethics, or waivers of such provisions granted to executive officers and directors, to certain provisions of the Code of Business Ethics, or waivers of such provisions granted to executive officers and directors, on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. on our website under the Corporate Governance section at www.wdc.com. Item 11. Executive Compensation Item 11. Executive Compensation There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement There is incorporated herein by reference the information required by this Item included in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the for the 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which will be filed with the SEC no later than 120 days after the close of the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. fiscal year ended July 2, 2021. Annual Report on Form 10‑K. Annual Report on Form 10‑K. (2) Financial Statement Schedules. (2) Financial Statement Schedules. All schedules are omitted as the required information is immaterial, inapplicable or the information is presented in the All schedules are omitted as the required information is immaterial, inapplicable or the information is presented in the Consolidated Financial Statements or related Notes. Consolidated Financial Statements or related Notes. (3) Exhibits. The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index below are filed with, or incorporated by reference in, this Annual (3) Exhibits. The exhibits listed in the Exhibit Index below are filed with, or incorporated by reference in, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K, as specified in the Exhibit List, from exhibits previously filed with the SEC. Certain agreements Report on Form 10‑K, as specified in the Exhibit List, from exhibits previously filed with the SEC. Certain agreements listed in the Exhibit List that we have filed or incorporated by reference may contain representations and warranties by listed in the Exhibit List that we have filed or incorporated by reference may contain representations and warranties by us or our subsidiaries. These representations and warranties have been made solely for the benefit of the other party or us or our subsidiaries. These representations and warranties have been made solely for the benefit of the other party or parties to such agreements and (i) may have been qualified by disclosures made to such other party or parties, (ii) were parties to such agreements and (i) may have been qualified by disclosures made to such other party or parties, (ii) were made only as of the date of such agreements or such other date(s) as may be specified in such agreements and are made only as of the date of such agreements or such other date(s) as may be specified in such agreements and are subject to more recent developments, which may not be fully reflected in our public disclosures, (iii) may reflect the subject to more recent developments, which may not be fully reflected in our public disclosures, (iii) may reflect the allocation of risk among the parties to such agreements and (iv) may apply materiality standards different from what allocation of risk among the parties to such agreements and (iv) may apply materiality standards different from what may be viewed as material to investors. Accordingly, these representations and warranties may not describe the actual may be viewed as material to investors. Accordingly, these representations and warranties may not describe the actual state of affairs at the date hereof and should not be relied upon. state of affairs at the date hereof and should not be relied upon. 102 102 103 103 Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.2 4.1 4.1 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.3 10.1 10.1 10.1.1 10.1.1 10.1.2 10.1.2 10.1.3 10.1.3 10.1.4 10.1.4 10.1.5 10.1.5 10.1.6 10.1.6 10.1.7 10.1.7 10.1.8 10.1.8 10.1.9 10.1.9 10.1.10 10.1.10 10.1.11 10.1.11 EXHIBIT INDEX EXHIBIT INDEX Description Description Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Western Digital Corporation, as amended to date (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Western Digital Corporation, as amended to date (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 8, 2006) February 8, 2006) Amended and Restated By-Laws of Western Digital Corporation, as amended effective as of February 10, 2021 (Filed as Amended and Restated By-Laws of Western Digital Corporation, as amended effective as of February 10, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2021) Commission on February 12, 2021) Description of Western Digital Corporation’s Capital Stock† Description of Western Digital Corporation’s Capital Stock† Indenture (including Form of 4.750% Senior Notes due 2026), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Indenture (including Form of 4.750% Senior Notes due 2026), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) Indenture (including Form of 1.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Indenture (including Form of 1.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan, amended and restated as of August Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan, amended and restated as of August 11, 2020 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and 11, 2020 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2011)* Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2011)* Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – Financial Measure, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – Financial Measure, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* February 9, 2021)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – TSR Measure, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* 9, 2021)* Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.1.12 10.1.12 10.1.13 10.1.13 Description Description Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Grant Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Grant Program, as amended November 1, 2017 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. Program, as amended November 1, 2017 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* 10.1.14 10.1.14 Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* 10.1.15 10.1.15 Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – Vice President and Above, Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – Vice President and Above, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (Filed No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (Filed No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* 9, 2021)* 10.1.16 10.1.16 Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the Western Digital Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* 10.1.17 10.1.17 Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – CEO Sign-On Award (Filed as Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – CEO Sign-On Award (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Commission on May 8, 2020)* 10.1.18 10.1.18 Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award – TSR Measure (CEO Sign-On Award) Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award – TSR Measure (CEO Sign-On Award) (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan (supersedes the Western Digital Corporation Executive Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan (supersedes the Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan dated August 7, 2019), dated February 9, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Short-Term Incentive Plan dated August 7, 2019), dated February 9, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10‑Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 6, 2021)* Report on Form 10‑Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 6, 2021)* Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2005 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended August 2, 2018 Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2005 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended August 2, 2018 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 7, 2018)* Commission on November 7, 2018)* 10.4 10.4 SanDisk Corporation 2013 Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File SanDisk Corporation 2013 Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-211420) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016)* No. 333-211420) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016)* 10.5 10.5 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated effective January 1, 2013 (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated effective January 1, 2013 (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on 10.6 10.6 Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Change in Control Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Change in Control Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, November 2, 2012)* November 2, 2012)* 2021*† 2021*† Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, 2021*† Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, 2021*† Form of Indemnity Agreement for Directors of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Form of Indemnity Agreement for Directors of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Form of Indemnity Agreement for Officers of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form of Indemnity Agreement for Officers of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Form of Indemnification Agreement entered into between SanDisk Corporation and its directors and officers (Filed as Form of Indemnification Agreement entered into between SanDisk Corporation and its directors and officers (Filed as Exhibit 10.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 24, 2018)* Commission on August 24, 2018)* 10.11 10.11 Offer Letter, dated as of February 18, 2020, to David Goeckeler (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report Offer Letter, dated as of February 18, 2020, to David Goeckeler (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Special Retention Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2019, with Michael C. Ray (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Special Retention Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2019, with Michael C. Ray (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2020)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2020)* Loan Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Loan Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, and the lenders and financial institutions from time to time party thereto (Filed as administrative agent and collateral agent, and the lenders and financial institutions from time to time party thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 9, 2016) Commission on May 9, 2016) 10.13.1 10.13.1 Amendment No. 1, dated as of August 17, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 1, dated as of August 17, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 18, 2016) the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 18, 2016) 10.2 10.2 10.3 10.3 10.7 10.7 10.8 10.8 10.9 10.9 10.10 10.10 10.12 10.12 10.13 10.13 104 104 105 105 EXHIBIT INDEX EXHIBIT INDEX Description Description Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 3.1 3.1 4.1 4.1 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.3 Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Western Digital Corporation, as amended to date (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Western Digital Corporation, as amended to date (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 8, 2006) February 8, 2006) 3.2 3.2 Amended and Restated By-Laws of Western Digital Corporation, as amended effective as of February 10, 2021 (Filed as Amended and Restated By-Laws of Western Digital Corporation, as amended effective as of February 10, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2021) Commission on February 12, 2021) Description of Western Digital Corporation’s Capital Stock† Description of Western Digital Corporation’s Capital Stock† Indenture (including Form of 4.750% Senior Notes due 2026), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Indenture (including Form of 4.750% Senior Notes due 2026), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) Indenture (including Form of 1.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Indenture (including Form of 1.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2024), dated as of February 13, 2018, among Western Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Digital Corporation; HGST, Inc., WD Media, LLC, Western Digital (Fremont), LLC and Western Digital Technologies, Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Inc., as guarantors; and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee (Filed as Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) Form 8-K (File No. 333-222762) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 13, 2018) 10.1 10.1 Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan, amended and restated as of August Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2017 Performance Incentive Plan, amended and restated as of August 11, 2020 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and 11, 2020 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* 10.1.1 10.1.1 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2011)* Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2011)* 10.1.2 10.1.2 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement - Executives, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* 10.1.3 10.1.3 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* 10.1.4 10.1.4 Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* 10.1.5 10.1.5 Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* 10.1.6 10.1.6 Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - Financial Measures, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* 10.1.7 10.1.7 Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement - TSR Measure, under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – Financial Measure, Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – Financial Measure, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – TSR Measure, under Form of Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – TSR Measure, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10.1.8 10.1.8 10.1.9 10.1.9 February 9, 2021)* February 9, 2021)* 9, 2021)* 9, 2021)* 10.1.10 10.1.10 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Option and Option Agreement - Executives, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* 10.1.11 10.1.11 Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Form of Notice of Grant of Stock Units and Stock Unit Award Agreement, as amended on November 3, 2015, under the Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2004 Performance Incentive Plan (now named the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan) (Filed as Exhibit 10.1.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2016)* Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.1.12 10.1.12 10.1.13 10.1.13 10.1.14 10.1.14 10.1.15 10.1.15 10.1.16 10.1.16 10.1.17 10.1.17 10.1.18 10.1.18 10.2 10.2 10.3 10.3 10.4 10.4 10.5 10.5 10.6 10.6 10.7 10.7 10.8 10.8 10.9 10.9 10.10 10.10 10.11 10.11 10.12 10.12 10.13 10.13 Description Description Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Grant Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Grant Program, as amended November 1, 2017 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. Program, as amended November 1, 2017 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement - Vice President and Above under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 12, 2019)* Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – Vice President and Above, Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – Vice President and Above, under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the under the Amended and Restated Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (Filed No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (Filed No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2021)* 9, 2021)* Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the Western Digital Form of Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement under the Western Digital Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File Corporation 2017 Performance Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2018)* Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – CEO Sign-On Award (Filed as Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – CEO Sign-On Award (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Commission on May 8, 2020)* Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award – TSR Measure (CEO Sign-On Award) Notice of Grant of Performance Stock Units and Performance Stock Unit Award – TSR Measure (CEO Sign-On Award) (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and (Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan (supersedes the Western Digital Corporation Executive Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan (supersedes the Western Digital Corporation Executive Short-Term Incentive Plan dated August 7, 2019), dated February 9, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Short-Term Incentive Plan dated August 7, 2019), dated February 9, 2021 (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10‑Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 6, 2021)* Report on Form 10‑Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 6, 2021)* Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2005 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended August 2, 2018 Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated 2005 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended August 2, 2018 (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 7, 2018)* Commission on November 7, 2018)* SanDisk Corporation 2013 Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File SanDisk Corporation 2013 Incentive Plan (Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-211420) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016)* No. 333-211420) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 17, 2016)* Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated effective January 1, 2013 (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated effective January 1, 2013 (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 2, 2012)* November 2, 2012)* Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Change in Control Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Change in Control Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, 2021*† 2021*† Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, 2021*† Western Digital Corporation Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, amended and restated as of May 24, 2021*† Form of Indemnity Agreement for Directors of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Form of Indemnity Agreement for Directors of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Form of Indemnity Agreement for Officers of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form of Indemnity Agreement for Officers of Western Digital Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2002)* Form of Indemnification Agreement entered into between SanDisk Corporation and its directors and officers (Filed as Form of Indemnification Agreement entered into between SanDisk Corporation and its directors and officers (Filed as Exhibit 10.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 24, 2018)* Commission on August 24, 2018)* Offer Letter, dated as of February 18, 2020, to David Goeckeler (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report Offer Letter, dated as of February 18, 2020, to David Goeckeler (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 8, 2020)* Special Retention Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2019, with Michael C. Ray (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Special Retention Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2019, with Michael C. Ray (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2020)* Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2020)* Loan Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Loan Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, and the lenders and financial institutions from time to time party thereto (Filed as administrative agent and collateral agent, and the lenders and financial institutions from time to time party thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 9, 2016) Commission on May 9, 2016) 10.13.1 10.13.1 Amendment No. 1, dated as of August 17, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 1, dated as of August 17, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 18, 2016) the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 18, 2016) 104 104 105 105 Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.13.2 10.13.2 10.13.3 10.13.3 10.13.4 10.13.4 10.13.5 10.13.5 10.13.6 10.13.6 10.13.7 10.13.7 10.13.8 10.13.8 10.13.9 10.13.9 Description Description Description Description Amendment No. 2, dated as of September 22, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 2, dated as of September 22, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2016) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2016) Amendment No. 3, dated as of March 14, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 3, dated as of March 14, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 14, 2017) the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 14, 2017) Amendment No. 4, dated as of March 23, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 4, dated as of March 23, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 23, 2017) the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 23, 2017) Amendment No. 5, dated as of November 8, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 5, dated as of November 8, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2017) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2017) Amendment No. 6, dated as of November 29, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 6, dated as of November 29, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 29, 2017) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 29, 2017) Amendment No. 7, dated as of February 27, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 7, dated as of February 27, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2018) the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2018) Amendment No. 8, dated as of May 15, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 8, dated as of May 15, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2018) the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2018) Amendment No. 9, dated as of April 29, 2019, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 9, dated as of April 29, 2019, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2019) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2019) 10.13.10 10.13.10 Amendment No. 10, dated as of July 2, 2020, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and between Western Amendment No. 10, dated as of July 2, 2020, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and between Western Digital Corporation and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.13.10 to the Company’s Digital Corporation and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.13.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020) Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020) 10.14 10.14 10.15 10.15 10.16 10.16 10.17 10.17 10.18 10.18 10.19 10.19 Guaranty Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, the subsidiary guarantors party Guaranty Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, the subsidiary guarantors party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent for the guaranteed creditors (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent for the guaranteed creditors (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No.1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No.1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, 2016) 2016) Security Agreement, dated as of May 12, 2016, by and among the debtors (as defined therein) party thereto and JPMorgan Security Agreement, dated as of May 12, 2016, by and among the debtors (as defined therein) party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as collateral agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. Chase Bank, N.A., as collateral agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2016) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2016) Flash Alliance Master Agreement, dated as of July 7, 2006, by and among SanDisk Corporation, Toshiba Corporation and Flash Alliance Master Agreement, dated as of July 7, 2006, by and among SanDisk Corporation, Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# Operating Agreement of Flash Alliance, Ltd., dated as of July 7, 2006, by and between Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk Operating Agreement of Flash Alliance, Ltd., dated as of July 7, 2006, by and between Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# Joint Venture Restructure Agreement, dated as of January 29, 2009, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Joint Venture Restructure Agreement, dated as of January 29, 2009, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited and Flash Alliance Limited (Filed as Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited and Flash Alliance Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2009)# Exchange Commission on May 7, 2009)# New Y2 Facility Agreement, dated October 20, 2015, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, New Y2 Facility Agreement, dated October 20, 2015, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited, Flash Alliance Limited and SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited, Flash Alliance Limited and Flash Forward Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.37 to SanDisk Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 000-26734) Flash Forward Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.37 to SanDisk Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2016)# with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2016)# 106 106 107 107 Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.20 10.20 10.21 10.21 10.22 10.22 10.23 10.23 10.24 10.24 21 21 23 23 31.1 31.1 31.2 31.2 32.1 32.1 FAL Commitment and Extension Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, FAL Commitment and Extension Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Y6 Facility Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk Y6 Facility Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward, Ltd. and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Forward, Ltd. and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# K1 Facility Agreement, dated as of May 15, 2019, by and among Western Digital, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) K1 Facility Agreement, dated as of May 15, 2019, by and among Western Digital, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward Ltd., Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward Ltd., Toshiba Memory Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation Iwate (Filed as Exhibit 10.21 to the Company’s Annual Toshiba Memory Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation Iwate (Filed as Exhibit 10.21 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2019)## Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2019)## Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Bain Capital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Bain Capital Private Equity, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman2, Ltd., Bain Capital Fund XII, L.P., Bain Capital Private Equity, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman2, Ltd., Bain Capital Fund XII, L.P., Bain Capital Asia Fund III, L.P. and K.K. Pangea (Filed as Exhibit 10.9 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. Asia Fund III, L.P. and K.K. Pangea (Filed as Exhibit 10.9 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Subsidiaries of Western Digital Corporation† Subsidiaries of Western Digital Corporation† Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm† Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm† Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** 32.2 32.2 Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the 101.INS 101.INS XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document. embedded within the Inline XBRL document. 101.SCH 101.SCH XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document† 101.CAL 101.CAL XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document† 101.LAB 101.LAB XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document† 101.PRE 101.PRE XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document† 101.DEF 101.DEF XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document† 104 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File - formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101 Cover Page Interactive Data File - formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101 † Filed with this report. † Filed with this report. ** Furnished with this report. ** Furnished with this report. the Securities and Exchange Commission. the Securities and Exchange Commission. * Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as an exhibit pursuant to applicable rules of * Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as an exhibit pursuant to applicable rules of # Pursuant to a request for confidential treatment, certain portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed # Pursuant to a request for confidential treatment, certain portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document and have been furnished separately to the Securities and Exchange Commission as required by Rule 24b-2 under document and have been furnished separately to the Securities and Exchange Commission as required by Rule 24b-2 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. ## As permitted by Regulation S-K, Item 601(b)(10)(iv) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, certain ## As permitted by Regulation S-K, Item 601(b)(10)(iv) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, certain confidential portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document. confidential portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document. Item 16. Form 10-K Summary Item 16. Form 10-K Summary None. None. Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.13.2 10.13.2 Amendment No. 2, dated as of September 22, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 2, dated as of September 22, 2016, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2016) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 22, 2016) Description Description 10.13.3 10.13.3 Amendment No. 3, dated as of March 14, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 3, dated as of March 14, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 14, 2017) the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 14, 2017) 10.13.4 10.13.4 Amendment No. 4, dated as of March 23, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 4, dated as of March 23, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 23, 2017) the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 23, 2017) 10.13.5 10.13.5 Amendment No. 5, dated as of November 8, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 5, dated as of November 8, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2017) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2017) 10.13.6 10.13.6 Amendment No. 6, dated as of November 29, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Amendment No. 6, dated as of November 29, 2017, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 29, 2017) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 29, 2017) 10.13.7 10.13.7 Amendment No. 7, dated as of February 27, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 7, dated as of February 27, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2018) the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2018) 10.13.8 10.13.8 Amendment No. 8, dated as of May 15, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 8, dated as of May 15, 2018, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2018) the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 15, 2018) 10.13.9 10.13.9 Amendment No. 9, dated as of April 29, 2019, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Amendment No. 9, dated as of April 29, 2019, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and Digital Corporation, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent and collateral agent, the lenders party thereto and the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) the other loan parties thereto (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2019) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2019) 10.13.10 10.13.10 Amendment No. 10, dated as of July 2, 2020, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and between Western Amendment No. 10, dated as of July 2, 2020, to the Loan Agreement dated as of April 29, 2016, by and between Western Digital Corporation and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.13.10 to the Company’s Digital Corporation and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.13.10 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020) Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 28, 2020) 10.14 10.14 Guaranty Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, the subsidiary guarantors party Guaranty Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2016, by and among Western Digital Corporation, the subsidiary guarantors party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent for the guaranteed creditors (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent for the guaranteed creditors (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No.1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No.1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, 2016) 2016) 10.15 10.15 10.16 10.16 10.17 10.17 10.18 10.18 Security Agreement, dated as of May 12, 2016, by and among the debtors (as defined therein) party thereto and JPMorgan Security Agreement, dated as of May 12, 2016, by and among the debtors (as defined therein) party thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as collateral agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. Chase Bank, N.A., as collateral agent (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2016) 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 12, 2016) Flash Alliance Master Agreement, dated as of July 7, 2006, by and among SanDisk Corporation, Toshiba Corporation and Flash Alliance Master Agreement, dated as of July 7, 2006, by and among SanDisk Corporation, Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# Operating Agreement of Flash Alliance, Ltd., dated as of July 7, 2006, by and between Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk Operating Agreement of Flash Alliance, Ltd., dated as of July 7, 2006, by and between Toshiba Corporation and SanDisk (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) (Ireland) Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 8, 2006)# Joint Venture Restructure Agreement, dated as of January 29, 2009, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Joint Venture Restructure Agreement, dated as of January 29, 2009, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited and Flash Alliance Limited (Filed as Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited and Flash Alliance Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exhibit 10.1 to SanDisk Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2009)# Exchange Commission on May 7, 2009)# 10.19 10.19 New Y2 Facility Agreement, dated October 20, 2015, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, New Y2 Facility Agreement, dated October 20, 2015, by and among SanDisk Corporation, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited, Flash Alliance Limited and SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, Flash Partners Limited, Flash Alliance Limited and Flash Forward Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.37 to SanDisk Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 000-26734) Flash Forward Limited (Filed as Exhibit 10.37 to SanDisk Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 000-26734) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2016)# with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 12, 2016)# Exhibit Exhibit Number Number 10.20 10.20 10.21 10.21 10.22 10.22 10.23 10.23 10.24 10.24 21 21 23 23 31.1 31.1 31.2 31.2 32.1 32.1 32.2 32.2 Description Description FAL Commitment and Extension Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, FAL Commitment and Extension Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Y6 Facility Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk Y6 Facility Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward, Ltd. and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Forward, Ltd. and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# K1 Facility Agreement, dated as of May 15, 2019, by and among Western Digital, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) K1 Facility Agreement, dated as of May 15, 2019, by and among Western Digital, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward Ltd., Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Flash Partners, Ltd., Flash Alliance, Ltd., Flash Forward Ltd., Toshiba Memory Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation Iwate (Filed as Exhibit 10.21 to the Company’s Annual Toshiba Memory Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation Iwate (Filed as Exhibit 10.21 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2019)## Report on Form 10-K (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 27, 2019)## Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Toshiba Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q Corporation and Toshiba Memory Corporation (Filed as Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Confidential Settlement and Mutual Release Agreement, dated as of December 12, 2017, by and among Western Digital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Bain Capital Corporation, SanDisk LLC, SanDisk (Cayman) Limited, SanDisk (Ireland) Limited, SanDisk Flash B.V., Bain Capital Private Equity, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman2, Ltd., Bain Capital Fund XII, L.P., Bain Capital Private Equity, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman, L.P., BCPE Pangea Cayman2, Ltd., Bain Capital Fund XII, L.P., Bain Capital Asia Fund III, L.P. and K.K. Pangea (Filed as Exhibit 10.9 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. Asia Fund III, L.P. and K.K. Pangea (Filed as Exhibit 10.9 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (File No. 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# 1-08703) with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2018)# Subsidiaries of Western Digital Corporation† Subsidiaries of Western Digital Corporation† Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm† Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm† Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Principal Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002† Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002** 101.INS 101.INS XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document. embedded within the Inline XBRL document. 101.SCH 101.SCH XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document† 101.CAL 101.CAL XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document† 101.LAB 101.LAB XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document† 101.PRE 101.PRE XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document† 101.DEF 101.DEF XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document† 104 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File - formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101 Cover Page Interactive Data File - formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101 † Filed with this report. † Filed with this report. ** Furnished with this report. ** Furnished with this report. * Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as an exhibit pursuant to applicable rules of * Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as an exhibit pursuant to applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission. the Securities and Exchange Commission. # Pursuant to a request for confidential treatment, certain portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed # Pursuant to a request for confidential treatment, certain portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document and have been furnished separately to the Securities and Exchange Commission as required by Rule 24b-2 under document and have been furnished separately to the Securities and Exchange Commission as required by Rule 24b-2 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. ## As permitted by Regulation S-K, Item 601(b)(10)(iv) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, certain ## As permitted by Regulation S-K, Item 601(b)(10)(iv) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, certain confidential portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document. confidential portions of this exhibit have been redacted from the publicly filed document. Item 16. Form 10-K Summary Item 16. Form 10-K Summary None. None. 106 106 107 107 Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this Annual Report on Form 10‑K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. this Annual Report on Form 10‑K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. SIGNATURES SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K has been signed Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. Signature Signature Title Title Date Date WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION By: By: /s/ Gene Zamiska /s/ Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer Accounting Officer (Principal Accounting Officer) (Principal Accounting Officer) Dated: August 25, 2021 Dated: August 25, 2021 /s/ David V. Goeckeler /s/ David V. Goeckeler David V. Goeckeler David V. Goeckeler /s/ Robert K. Eulau /s/ Robert K. Eulau Robert K. Eulau Robert K. Eulau /s/ Gene Zamiska /s/ Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska /s/ Matthew E. Massengill /s/ Matthew E. Massengill Matthew E. Massengill Matthew E. Massengill /s/ Kimberly E. Alexy /s/ Kimberly E. Alexy Kimberly E. Alexy Kimberly E. Alexy /s/ Thomas Caulfield /s/ Thomas Caulfield Thomas Caulfield Thomas Caulfield /s/ Martin I. Cole /s/ Martin I. Cole Martin I. Cole Martin I. Cole /s/ Kathleen A. Cote /s/ Kathleen A. Cote Kathleen A. Cote Kathleen A. Cote /s/ Tunҫ Doluca /s/ Tunҫ Doluca Tunҫ Doluca Tunҫ Doluca /s/ Paula A. Price /s/ Paula A. Price Paula A. Price Paula A. Price /s/ Stephanie A. Streeter /s/ Stephanie A. Streeter Stephanie A. Streeter Stephanie A. Streeter /s/ Miyuki Suzuki /s/ Miyuki Suzuki Miyuki Suzuki Miyuki Suzuki Chief Executive Officer, Director Chief Executive Officer, Director (Principal Executive Officer) (Principal Executive Officer) August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 (Principal Financial Officer) (Principal Financial Officer) Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Officer Officer (Principal Accounting Officer) (Principal Accounting Officer) Chairman of the Board Chairman of the Board August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 108 108 109 109 Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this Annual Report on Form 10‑K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. this Annual Report on Form 10‑K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. SIGNATURES SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K has been signed Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this Annual Report on Form 10‑K has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. Signature Signature Title Title Date Date WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION By: By: /s/ Gene Zamiska /s/ Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer Accounting Officer (Principal Accounting Officer) (Principal Accounting Officer) Dated: August 25, 2021 Dated: August 25, 2021 /s/ David V. Goeckeler /s/ David V. Goeckeler David V. Goeckeler David V. Goeckeler /s/ Robert K. Eulau /s/ Robert K. Eulau Robert K. Eulau Robert K. Eulau /s/ Gene Zamiska /s/ Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska Gene Zamiska /s/ Matthew E. Massengill /s/ Matthew E. Massengill Matthew E. Massengill Matthew E. Massengill /s/ Kimberly E. Alexy /s/ Kimberly E. Alexy Kimberly E. Alexy Kimberly E. Alexy /s/ Thomas Caulfield /s/ Thomas Caulfield Thomas Caulfield Thomas Caulfield /s/ Martin I. Cole /s/ Martin I. Cole Martin I. Cole Martin I. Cole /s/ Kathleen A. Cote /s/ Kathleen A. Cote Kathleen A. Cote Kathleen A. Cote /s/ Tunҫ Doluca /s/ Tunҫ Doluca Tunҫ Doluca Tunҫ Doluca /s/ Paula A. Price /s/ Paula A. Price Paula A. Price Paula A. Price /s/ Stephanie A. Streeter /s/ Stephanie A. Streeter Stephanie A. Streeter Stephanie A. Streeter /s/ Miyuki Suzuki /s/ Miyuki Suzuki Miyuki Suzuki Miyuki Suzuki Chief Executive Officer, Director Chief Executive Officer, Director (Principal Executive Officer) (Principal Executive Officer) August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial Officer) (Principal Financial Officer) August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting Senior Vice President, Global Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer Officer (Principal Accounting Officer) (Principal Accounting Officer) August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Chairman of the Board Chairman of the Board August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 August 25, 2021 108 108 109 109 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNITED STATES Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) Or For the fiscal year ended July 2, 2021 ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-8703 WESTERN DIGITAL CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) 5601 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California (Address of principal executive offices) 33-0956711 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 95119 (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (408) 717-6000 Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Trading symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $.01 Par Value Per Share WDC The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Nasdaq Global Select Market) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No ý 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 ý No ¨ Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes ý No ¨ 

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