Rexhall Industries Announces 5% Stock Dividend
2 September 1999
Rexhall Industries Announces 5% Stock DividendLANCASTER, Calif., Sept. 2 -- Rexhall Industries, Inc. today announced its board of directors approved a 5% stock dividend for shareholders of record as of September 15, 1999. The dividend will be payable on October 15, 1999. The Lancaster, Calif.-based manufacturer of Class A motorhomes said it issued its fourth consecutive annual stock dividend to reflect record Company revenues during the last six months and Rexhall's rapid growth in the RV industry. "We're very pleased with the direction our company is headed," said William J. Rex, chairman, president and CEO of Rexhall. "Strong consumer demand for our Class A motorhomes, combined with our ability to meet the needs of the thriving RV industry, continue to drive Rexhall's success and our efforts to enhance shareholder value." Rexhall Industries is a leading maker and marketer of motorized RVs or Class A motorhomes for the booming recreational vehicle industry and is on pace for record results in 1999. Rexhall reported a 67% increase in net earnings through the first six months of 1999 on a 31% increase in sales compared with the prior year period. The Company was also recently ranked one of America's 100 Fastest Growing Companies by Individual Investor magazine. Rexhall Industries, Inc. (http://www.rexhall.com) designs, manufactures and sells various models of Class A motor homes used for leisure, travel and outdoor activities. Rexhall's six lines of Class A motor homes, sold through approximately 100 dealer locations across the U.S., Canada and Europe, include Aerbus, RexAir, Vision, American Clipper, Anthem and RoseAir. FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: RISK FACTORS. Rexhall's statements of its intentions or expectations are "forward-looking statements", based on assumptions and on facts known to the Company today. There are risks that actual developments will not be as favorable as Rexhall's expectations, both because of risks existing today and because of new factors arising. Rexhall does not intend to update this report. Rexhall's business is seasonal, and the Company is approaching the annual period when sales decline. The recreational vehicle industry has in the past enjoyed favorable recreational vehicle industry sales when there are low interest rates, low unemployment, and ready availability of motor fuel. Rexhall sees continual speculation that interest rates will rise, and recent reports of decreased consumer confidence may reduce sales. Many of Rexhall's competitors are substantially larger, and many of its suppliers also have greater economic power, so that the volume and prices of both supplies and sales may be adversely affected. Management intends to remain aware of these factors and react to them, but cannot predict their timing or significance.