Transitions Management to Focus on Cannabis-based Therapies

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 21, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- India Globalization Capital, Inc. (NYSE MKT:IGC) announced financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2016 for the fiscal year that ends March 31, 2017 (the “Q3 2017”).

Revenue for fiscal Q3 2017 was $250,000 compared to $1,085,000 for fiscal Q3 2016.  Q3 2017 revenue was primarily generated by renting heavy equipment and managing the construction of the hotel in Genting, Malaysia. Revenue decreased because we curtailed trading activity so Management can focus on developing cannabis-based therapies.

Selling, general and administrative expenses were $323,000 for Q3 2017 as compared to $438,000 for Q3 2016. The Q3 2017 SG&A primarily reflects expense reduction initiatives, expenses associated with cannabis-based therapies development, and public company expenses. 

In Q3 2017, the Company reported a GAAP net loss of $111,000 and a GAAP EPS loss of $0.00, compared to a GAAP net loss of $403,000 and a GAAP EPS loss of $0.02 for Q3 2016.  The improved quarterly performance is attributable to Management’s efforts to focus on developing cannabis-based therapies, and by realization of cumulative previously deferred foreign exchange gains related to Ironman. 

For the period ended December 31, 2016, our cash and cash equivalents along with restricted cash was approximately $744,000 and our stockholders’ equity was approximately $7,540,000 compared with approximately $13,948,000 for the period ended March 31, 2016.  In Q3 2017 the reduction in stockholders’ equity was attributable to giving up control over Ironman assets.  This was previously reported by IGC on Form 8-K on January 6, 2017.  On a proforma basis IGC’s stockholders’ equity as of March 31, 2016, was approximately $6,203,000 versus actual as of December 31, 2016 of approximately $7,540,000, an increase of $1,337,000.

“In 2017 our goal is to accelerate the development of our cannabis-based therapy portfolio to support key indications such as Pain, Seizures, Cachexia, PTSD and Depression.  In tandem, we expect to initiate pre-clinical trials on IGC-501-Pain, IGC-502-Seizures and IGC-504-Cachexia," stated Ram Mukunda, CEO.  

About IGC

In the United States, we develop cannabis-based therapies.  IGC has assembled a portfolio of patent filings that encompasses the indications of Pain, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Cachexia using phytocannabinoids.  We are based in Bethesda, Maryland.

Our website: www.igcinc.us. Follow us at: Twitter @IGCIR and Facebook.com/IGCIR/

Forward-looking Statements:

Some of the statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts constitute forward- looking statements under the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of the words "may," "will," "should," "could," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "intends," "potential," "proposed," or the negative of those terms.  These statements are not a guarantee of future developments and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond IGC's control and are difficult to predict. Consequently, actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of future changes or developments in our business, our acquisition and diversification strategy, our competitive environment, and governmental, regulatory, political, economic, legal and social conditions.  Except as required by federal securities laws, IGC undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward- looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Other factors and risks that could cause or contribute to actual results differing materially from such forward- looking statements have been discussed in greater detail in IGC's Form 10- K for fiscal year ended March 31, 2016, and in subsequent reports filed with the U.S. SEC.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TO FOLLOW

INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except number of shares and per share amounts)
		As of
		31-December-16				31-March - 16
		(unaudited)				(audited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents		$	744			$	1,491
Accounts receivable, net of allowances			663				963
Inventories			-				162
Prepaid expenses and other current assets			430				1,226
Total current assets		$	1,837			$	3,842
Long term assets:
Goodwill		$	198			$	1,181
Intangible Assets			-				113
Property, plant and equipment, net			942				7,074
Investments in affiliates			2,453				610
Investments-others			5,230				5,175
Deferred Income taxes			19				357
Other non-current assets			491				507
Total long-term assets		$	9,333			$	15,017
Total assets		$	11,170			$	18,859
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short -term borrowings		$	-			$	28
Trade payables			379				331
Accrued expenses			81				300
Loans – others			-				189
Notes payable			-				1,800
Other current liabilities			301				551
Total current liabilities		$	761			$	3,199
Long-term liabilities:
Long - term borrowings		$	446			$	801
Notes payable			1,800				-
Loans – others			623				-
Other non-current liabilities			-				911
Total long-term liabilities		$	2,869			$	1,712
Total liabilities		$	3,630			$	4,911
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock — $.0001 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized; 23,265,531 issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2016, and 29,842,287 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2016.		$	3			$	2
Additional paid-in capital			60,939				65,885
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)			(2,141	)			(2,269	)
Retained earnings (Deficit)			(51,252	)			(50,142	)
Total equity attributable to Parent		$	7,549			$	13,476
Non-controlling interest		$	(9	)		$	472
Total stockholders’ equity		$	7,540			$	13,948
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity		$	11,170			$	18,859

INDIA GLOBALIZATION CAPITAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except number of shares and per share amounts)
		Three months ended December 31,								Nine months ended December 31,
		2016				2015				2016				2015
Revenues		$	250			$	1,085			$	487			$	4,999
Cost of revenues (excluding depreciation)			(122	)			(879	)			(276	)			(4,423	)
Selling, general and administrative expenses			(323	)			(438	)			(960	)			(1,268	)
Depreciation			(196	)			(143	)			(392	)			(448	)
Gain (Loss) on investments/associates / joint ventures			5				-				(179	)			-
Operating income (loss)		$	(386	)		$	(375	)		$	(1,320	)		$	(1,140	)
Interest expense			(46	)			(51	)			(136	)			(180	)
Other income, net (loss)			359				(19	)			373				(119	)
Income (loss) before income taxes and minority interest attributable to non-controlling interest		$	(73	)		$	(445	)		$	(1,083	)		$	(1,439	)
Net income/(loss)		$	(73	)		$	(445	)		$	(1,083	)		$	(1,439	)
Non-controlling interest in earnings of subsidiaries			38				(42	)			27				(54	)
Net income / (loss) attributable to common stockholders		$	(111	)		$	(403	)		$	(1,110	)		$	(1,385	)
Earnings/(loss) per share attributable to common stockholders:
Basic		$	(0.00	)		$	(0.02	)		$	(0.04	)		$	(0.09	)
Diluted		$	(0.00	)		$	(0.02	)		$	(0.04	)		$	(0.09	)
Weighted-average number of shares used in computing earnings per share amounts:
Basic			27,446,095				16,224,906				27,446,095				16,224,906
Diluted			27,446,095				16,224,906				27,446,095				16,224,906

These interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and notes included in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2016 and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2016. Quarterly financial results may not be indicative of the financial results for the entire fiscal year.

Contact:

Claudia Grimaldi
301-983-0998