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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
     
þ   QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2010
Or
     
o   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 001-14989
WESCO International, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
     
Delaware   25-1723342
(State or other jurisdiction of   (IRS Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)    
     
225 West Station Square Drive    
Suite 700    
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219   (412) 454-2200
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
N/A
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
     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 at least the past 90 days.      Yes þ No o
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes o No o
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
             
Large accelerated filer þ   Accelerated filer o   Non-accelerated filer o   Smaller reporting company o
        (Do not check if a smaller reporting company)    
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o No þ
     As of May 3, 2010, WESCO International, Inc. had 42,441,684 shares of common stock outstanding.
 
 

 


 

WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
QUARTERLY REPORT ON FORM 10-Q
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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(unaudited)
                 
    March 31,     December 31,  
Amounts in thousands, except share data   2010     2009  
 
Assets
               
Current Assets:
               
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 121,074     $ 112,329  
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $21,530 and $20,060 in 2010 and 2009, respectively
    689,119       635,754  
Other accounts receivable
    37,940       31,808  
Inventories, net
    507,057       507,215  
Current deferred income taxes
    1,670       1,686  
Income taxes receivable
    21,645       29,135  
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
    12,977       13,077  
 
           
Total current assets
    1,391,482       1,331,004  
 
               
Property, buildings and equipment, net
    114,615       116,309  
Intangible assets, net
    79,467       81,308  
Goodwill
    866,002       863,410  
Investment in subsidiary
    40,046       43,957  
Deferred income taxes
    34,867       33,518  
Other assets
    12,674       24,687  
 
           
Total assets
  $ 2,539,153     $ 2,494,193  
 
           
 
               
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
               
 
               
Current Liabilities:
               
Accounts payable
  $ 534,515     $ 453,154  
Accrued payroll and benefit costs
    26,579       30,949  
Current portion of long-term debt
    94,749       93,977  
Bank overdrafts
    26,796       32,191  
Current deferred income taxes
    7,512       7,301  
Other current liabilities
    59,697       63,262  
 
           
Total current liabilities
    749,848       680,834  
 
               
Long-term debt, net of discount of $181,410 and $182,689 in 2010 and 2009, respectively
    540,952       597,869  
Deferred income taxes
    192,970       191,068  
Other noncurrent liabilities
    28,138       28,133  
 
           
Total liabilities
  $ 1,511,908     $ 1,497,904  
 
               
Commitments and contingencies
               
 
               
Stockholders’ Equity:
               
Preferred stock, $.01 par value; 20,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued or outstanding
           
Common stock, $.01 par value; 210,000,000 shares authorized, 56,016,246 and 55,967,824 shares issued and 42,464,130 and 42,416,796 shares outstanding in 2010 and 2009, respectively
    560       560  
Class B nonvoting convertible common stock, $.01 par value; 20,000,000 shares authorized, 4,339,431 issued and no shares outstanding in 2010 and 2009, respectively
    43       43  
Additional capital
    997,237       992,855  
Retained earnings
    601,399       582,199  
Treasury stock, at cost; 17,891,547 and 17,890,459 shares in 2010 and 2009, respectively
    (590,383 )     (590,353 )
Accumulated other comprehensive income
    18,389       10,985  
 
           
Total stockholders’ equity
    1,027,245       996,289  
 
           
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
  $ 2,539,153     $ 2,494,193  
 
           
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(unaudited)
                 
    Three Months Ended
    March 31,
Amounts in thousands, except per share data   2010   2009
 
Net sales
  $ 1,148,599     $ 1,179,590  
Cost of goods sold (excluding depreciation and amortization below)
    921,183       941,413  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    183,039       187,489  
Depreciation and amortization
    6,101       7,157  
     
Income from operations
    38,276       43,531  
 
               
Interest expense, net
    13,530       12,518  
Other income
    (2,506 )     (1,626 )
     
Income before income taxes
    27,252       32,639  
 
               
Provision for income taxes
    8,052       9,377  
     
Net income
  $ 19,200     $ 23,262  
     
 
               
Earnings per share :
               
Basic
  $ 0.45     $ 0.55  
     
 
               
Diluted
  $ 0.44     $ 0.55  
     
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(unaudited)
                 
    Three Months Ended  
    March 31,  
Amounts in thousands   2010     2009  
     
Operating Activities:
               
Net income
  $ 19,200     $ 23,262  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
               
Depreciation and amortization
    6,101       7,157  
Amortization of debt issuance costs
    635       858  
Amortization of debt discount
    1,279       3,846  
Deferred income taxes
    292       2,537  
Stock-based compensation expense
    3,517       3,161  
Loss on sale of property, buildings and equipment
    104       201  
Asset impairment charge
    3,400        
Equity income, net of distributions in 2010 and 2009 of $86 and $2,237, respectively
    (2,420 )     611  
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation
    (408 )     (62 )
Interest related to uncertain tax positions
    (37 )     222  
Changes in assets and liabilities
               
Trade and other receivables, net
    (41,223 )     113,854  
Inventories, net
    2,065       42,880  
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
    6,951       (1,466 )
Accounts payable
    78,924       (45,395 )
Accrued payroll and benefit costs
    (4,451 )     (16,062 )
Other current and noncurrent liabilities
    (5,255 )     (1,010 )
 
           
Net cash provided by operating activities
    68,674       134,594  
 
               
Investing Activities:
               
Capital expenditures
    (2,246 )     (2,856 )
Acquisition payments
    (48 )     (74 )
Equity distribution
    1,365        
Proceeds from sale of assets
    15       82  
 
           
Net cash used by investing activities
    (914 )     (2,848 )
 
               
Financing Activities:
               
Short-term borrowings, net
          (50,000 )
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt
    205,500       71,000  
Repayments of long-term debt
    (262,401 )     (118,871 )
Debt issuance costs
    (409 )      
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options
    427       112  
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation
    408       62  
Repurchase of common stock
    (30 )      
Decrease in bank overdrafts
    (5,395 )     (11,948 )
Payments on capital lease obligations
    (538 )     (683 )
 
           
Net cash used by financing activities
    (62,438 )     (110,328 )
 
               
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
    3,423       (2,621 )
 
           
 
               
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    8,745       18,797  
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period
    112,329       86,338  
 
           
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period
  $ 121,074     $ 105,135  
 
           
Supplemental disclosures:
               
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
               
Property, buildings and equipment acquired through capital leases
    14       507  
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the condensed consolidated financial statements.

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
1. ORGANIZATION
     WESCO International, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively, “WESCO”), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a full-line distributor of electrical supplies and equipment and is a provider of integrated supply procurement services with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Singapore, China, Australia, Africa and the United Arab Emirates. WESCO currently operates approximately 380 branch locations and seven distribution centers (four in the United States and three in Canada).
2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
     Basis of Presentation
     The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of WESCO have been prepared in accordance with Rule 10-01 of Regulation S-X of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in WESCO’s 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC. The December 31, 2009 condensed consolidated balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements but does not include all disclosures required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.
     The unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of March 31, 2010, the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of income for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, respectively, and the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, respectively, in the opinion of management, have been prepared on the same basis as the audited consolidated financial statements and include all adjustments necessary for the fair statement of the results of the interim periods. All adjustments reflected in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements are of a normal recurring nature unless indicated. Results for the interim periods presented are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.
     Recent Accounting Pronouncements
     Pronouncements issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) or other authoritative accounting standards groups with future effective dates are either not applicable or are not expected to be significant to WESCO’s financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

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3. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
     WESCO’s stock-based employee compensation plans are comprised of stock options, stock-settled stock appreciation rights and restricted stock units. Compensation cost for all stock-based awards is measured at fair value on the date of grant, and compensation cost is recognized, net of estimated forfeitures, over the service period for awards expected to vest. The fair value of stock options and stock-settled appreciation rights is determined using the Black-Scholes valuation model. The fair value of restricted stock units is determined by the grant-date closing price of WESCO’s common stock. The forfeiture assumption is based on WESCO’s historical employee behavior that is reviewed on an annual basis. No dividends are assumed.
     There were no stock-settled stock appreciation rights granted during the three months ended March 31, 2009. During the three months ended March 31, 2010, WESCO granted the following stock-settled stock appreciation rights at the following weighted average assumptions:
         
    Three Months Ended
    March 31,
    2010
Stock-settled appreciation rights granted
    10,750  
Risk free interest rate
    2.2 %
Expected life
  4.5 years
Expected volatility
    50 %
     For the three months ended March 31, 2010, the weighted average fair value per stock-settled appreciation right granted was $12.63.
     WESCO recognized $3.5 million and $3.2 million of non-cash stock-based compensation expense, which is included in selling, general and administrative expenses, for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, respectively. As of March 31, 2010, there was $16.6 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested stock-based compensation arrangements for all awards previously made, of which approximately $8.4 million is expected to be recognized over the remainder of 2010, $6.3 million in 2011, $1.8 million in 2012 and approximately $0.1 million in 2013.
     During the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, the total intrinsic value of stock options and stock-settled stock appreciation rights exercised was $0.9 million and $0.2 million, respectively, and the total amount of cash received from the exercise of options was $0.4 million and $0.1 million, respectively. The tax benefit associated with the exercise of stock options and stock-settled stock appreciation rights for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009 totaled $0.4 million and $0.1 million, respectively, and was recorded as a credit to additional capital.
     The following table sets forth a summary of stock options and stock-settled stock appreciation rights and related information for the three months ended March 31, 2010:
                                 
            Weighted     Weighted Average        
            Average     Remaining     Aggregate Intrinsic  
            Exercise     Contractual Term     Value  
    Awards     Price     (In Years)     (In Thousands)  
Outstanding at December 31, 2009
    4,226,153     $ 35.30                  
Granted
    10,750       29.07                  
Exercised
    (42,919 )     9.80                  
Forfeited
    (14,508 )     34.23                  
 
                           
Outstanding at March 31, 2010
    4,179,476       35.55       6.7     $ 27,800  
 
                       
Exercisable at March 31, 2010
    2,612,743     $ 36.04       5.5     $ 20,286  
 
                       

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     The following table sets forth a summary of restricted stock units and related information for the three months ended March 31, 2010:
                 
            Weighted  
            Average  
            Fair  
    Awards     Value  
Unvested at December 31, 2009
    243,942     $ 25.37  
Granted
           
Vested
           
Forfeited
    (395 )     25.37  
 
           
Unvested at March 31, 2010
    243,547     $ 25.37  
 
           
4. EARNINGS PER SHARE
     Basic earnings per share are computed by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares outstanding during the periods. Diluted earnings per share are computed by dividing net income by the weighted average common shares and common share equivalents outstanding during the periods. The dilutive effect of common share equivalents is considered in the diluted earnings per share computation using the treasury stock method, which includes consideration of stock-based compensation and convertible debt.
     The following table sets forth the details of basic and diluted earnings per share:
                 
    Three Months Ended  
    March 31,  
    2010     2009  
Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data
               
Net income reported
  $ 19,200     $ 23,262  
 
           
Weighted average common shares outstanding used in computing basic earnings per share
    42,443,117       42,246,795  
Common shares issuable upon exercise of dilutive stock options
    522,876       317,395  
Common shares issuable from contingently convertible debentures (see note below for basis of calculation)
    687,990        
 
           
Weighted average common shares outstanding and common share equivalents used in computing diluted earnings per share
    43,653,983       42,564,190  
 
           
 
               
Earnings per share:
               
Basic
  $ 0.45     $ 0.55  
Diluted
  $ 0.44     $ 0.55  
     For the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, the computation of diluted earnings per share excluded approximately 3.2 million and 3.1 million, respectively, of stock-settled stock appreciation rights at weighted average exercise prices of $42 per share and $43 per share, respectively. These amounts were excluded because their effect would have been antidilutive.
     Because of WESCO’s obligation to settle the par value of the 2.625% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2025 (the “2025 Debentures”), the 1.75% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2026 (the “2026 Debentures”) and the 6.0% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2029 (the “2029 Debentures” and together with the 2025 Debentures and 2026 Debentures, the “Debentures”) in cash, WESCO is not required to include any shares underlying the Debentures in its diluted weighted average shares outstanding until the average stock price per share for the period exceeds the conversion price of the respective Debentures. At such time, only the number of shares that would be issuable (under the treasury stock method of accounting for share dilution) would be included, which is based upon the amount by which the average stock price exceeds the conversion price. The conversion prices of the 2029 Debentures, 2026 Debentures and 2025 Debentures are $28.87, $88.15 and $41.86, respectively. Share dilution is limited to a maximum of 11,951,939 shares for the 2029 Debentures, 2,598 shares for the 2026 Debentures and 2,205,434 shares for the 2025 Debentures. Since the average stock price for the three month period ended March 31, 2010 was $30.63 per share, 687,990 shares underlying the 2029 Debentures were included in the diluted share count, and the effect on diluted earnings per share was a decrease of less than $0.01. There was no impact of the Debentures on diluted earnings per share for the three month period ended March 31, 2009.

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5. REVOLVING CREDIT FACILTY
     At March 31, 2010, the aggregate borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility was $375 million. The revolving credit facility consists of two separate sub-facilities: (i) a U.S. sub-facility and (ii) a Canadian sub-facility and includes a letter of credit sub-limit of up to $55 million. The facility matures on November 1, 2013 and is collateralized by the inventory of WESCO Distribution, Inc. (“WESCO Distribution”) and the inventory and accounts receivable of WESCO Distribution Canada, L.P. WESCO Distribution’s obligations under the revolving credit facility have been guaranteed by WESCO International, Inc. (“WESCO International”) and by certain of WESCO Distribution’s subsidiaries.
     On February 19, 2010, WESCO Distribution, along with certain of its subsidiaries, entered into a Limited Consent and Amendment No. 4 (the “Amendment”) to its Third Amended and Restated Revolving Credit Agreement, dated November 1, 2006 (the “Agreement”). The Amendment permits WESCO to complete certain legal entity restructuring actions, issue additional surety bonds and invest additional resources in foreign subsidiaries. In addition, the amendment enhances WESCO’s hedging capacities.
     Pursuant to the terms of the Amendment, WESCO agreed to modify the Applicable Margins (as defined in the Agreement) paid to the lenders on borrowings and letters of credit. Availability under the facility is limited to the amount of eligible U.S. and Canadian inventory and Canadian receivables applied against certain advance rates. Depending upon the amount of excess availability under the facility, interest will be calculated at LIBOR plus a margin that ranges between 2.25% and 2.875% or at the Index Rate (prime rate published by the Wall Street Journal) plus a margin that ranges between 1.00% and 1.625%. This change represented a 1.125% to 1.25% adjustment in borrowing margin over the previous rates. The fee for unused capacity associated with the facility was not changed and will range between 0.25% and 0.375%.
     As long as the average daily excess availability for both the preceding and projected succeeding 90-day period is greater than $50 million, WESCO would be permitted to make acquisitions and repurchase outstanding public stock and bonds. The above permitted transactions would also be allowed if such excess availability is between $25 million and $50 million and WESCO’s fixed charge coverage ratio, as defined by Agreement, is at least 1.25 to 1.0 after taking into consideration the permitted transaction. Additionally, if excess availability under the revolving credit facility is less than $60 million, then WESCO must maintain a fixed charge coverage ratio of 1.1 to 1.0. At March 31, 2010, there was no balance outstanding under the facility.
6. EQUITY INVESTMENT
     During the first quarter of 2008, WESCO and Deutsch Engineered Connecting Devices, Inc. (“Deutsch”) completed a transaction with respect to WESCO’s LADD operations, which resulted in a joint venture in which Deutsch owns a 60% interest and WESCO owns a 40% interest. WESCO accounts for its investment in the joint venture using the equity method of accounting. Accordingly, earnings from the joint venture are recorded as other income in the consolidated statement of income. Deutsch is entitled, but not obliged, to acquire the remaining 40% after January 1, 2010. Deutsch paid to WESCO aggregate consideration of approximately $75 million, consisting of $60 million in cash plus a $15 million promissory note for its 60% interest in the joint venture.
     On January 15, 2010, WESCO received $1.8 million in accrued interest related to the promissory note for the period from January 2, 2008 to January 2, 2010. In addition, Deutsch and WESCO entered into an amended promissory note agreement. The amendment extended the maturity date for the payment of principal and interest to the earlier of (a) the closing date of Deutsch’s option to acquire the remaining 40% joint venture interest or (b) the maturity date of Deutsch’s credit facility or mezzanine financing facility. Interest accrues at a rate of 8.5% compounded annually. Management believes this rate is commensurate with a market rate of interest; therefore, no reserve or allowance has been recorded against the promissory note.
     On April 30, 2010, Deutsch notified WESCO of its exercise of its option to purchase the remaining 40% of the LADD joint venture. The option price for Deutsch to acquire the remaining 40% of the joint venture is determined based upon a multiple of trailing earnings, with a minimum purchase price of $40.0 million and maximum purchase price of $50.0 million. The investment in the LADD joint venture at March 31, 2010 was $43.4 million, and the estimated option exercise price is $40.0 million. As a result, WESCO recorded a pre-tax impairment loss of $3.4 million to selling, general and administrative expenses. WESCO is entitled to receive equity income and distributions through the settlement date, which is expected to occur in the second quarter of 2010. WESCO also expects to receive $15.0 million from Deutsch for the outstanding promissory note plus accrued interest from January 3, 2010. Upon notification from Deutsch, the promissory note was reclassified in the balance sheet from other assets to other accounts receivable.

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7. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
     A majority of WESCO’s employees are covered by defined contribution retirement savings plans for their services rendered subsequent to WESCO’s formation. WESCO also offers a deferred compensation plan for select individuals. For U.S. participants, WESCO will make contributions in an amount equal to 50% of the participant’s total monthly contributions up to a maximum of 6% of eligible compensation. For Canadian participants, WESCO will make contributions in an amount ranging from 1% to 7% of the participant’s eligible compensation based on years of continuous service. In addition, employer contributions may be made at the discretion of the Board of Directors. For the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009, WESCO incurred charges of $6.3 million and $5.4 million, respectively, for all such plans. Effective January 1, 2010, WESCO reinstated all discretionary contributions that had been suspended since August 1, 2009 with the exception of a certain group of employees comprised of corporate officers and others. Reinstatement for these employees will be contingent upon WESCO reaching certain financial objectives. Contributions are made in cash to employee retirement savings plan accounts. Employees then have the option to transfer balances allocated to their accounts into any of the available investment options, including WESCO common stock.
8. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
     WESCO is a co-defendant in a lawsuit filed in a state court in Indiana in which a customer alleges that WESCO sold defective products manufactured or remanufactured by others and is seeking monetary damages in the amount of $52 million. WESCO has denied any liability, believes that it has meritorious defenses and intends to vigorously defend itself against these allegations. Accordingly, no liability is recorded for this matter as of March 31, 2010.
9. COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
     The following tables set forth comprehensive income and its components:
                 
    Three Months Ended  
    March 31,  
Amounts in thousands   2010     2009  
 
           
Net income
  $ 19,200     $ 23,262  
Foreign currency translation adjustment
    7,404       (6,006 )
 
           
Comprehensive income
  $ 26,604     $ 17,256  
 
           
10. INCOME TAXES
     The effective income tax rate for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009 was 29.5% and 28.7%, respectively. WESCO’s effective tax rate is lower than the federal statutory rate of 35% due to benefits resulting from the 2004 recapitalization of Canadian operations, which are partially offset by nondeductible expenses, state taxes and the revaluation of deferred tax items. The 2010 first quarter rate reflects discrete adjustments of $0.5 million associated with prior years’ foreign taxes partially offset by favorable tax positions. The 2009 first quarter rate included a discrete benefit of $0.3 million related to prior years’ taxes.
     The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits were $7.2 million and $8.1 million as of March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, respectively. If these tax benefits were recognized in the consolidated financial statements, the portion of these amounts that would reduce WESCO’s effective tax rate would be $6.2 million and $7.1 million, respectively. During the next twelve months, it is reasonably possible that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits will decrease by $1.7 million due to the resolution of federal, state and foreign tax examinations.
     WESCO records interest related to uncertain tax positions as a part of interest expense in the consolidated statement of income. Any penalties are recognized as part of income tax expense. As of March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, WESCO had an accrued liability for interest related to uncertain tax positions of $4.5 million. There were no penalties recorded during the three months ended March 31, 2010.

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11. OTHER FINANCIAL INFORMATION
     WESCO Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of WESCO International, has outstanding $150.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 7.50% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2017 (the “2017 Notes”), and WESCO International has outstanding $92.3 million in aggregate principal amount of 2025 Debentures, $0.2 million in aggregate principal amount of 2026 Debentures and $345.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 2029 Debentures. The 2017 Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by WESCO International on a subordinated basis to all existing and future senior indebtedness of WESCO International. The 2025 Debentures, 2026 Debentures and 2029 Debentures are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by WESCO Distribution on a senior subordinated basis to all existing and future senior indebtedness of WESCO Distribution.
     Condensed consolidating financial information for WESCO International, WESCO Distribution and the non-guarantor subsidiaries is as follows:

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEETS
                                         
    March 31, 2010
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 6     $ 16,200     $ 104,868     $     $ 121,074  
Trade accounts receivable, net
                689,119             689,119  
Inventories, net
          301,212       205,845             507,057  
Other current assets
    268       20,322       53,642             74,232  
     
Total current assets
    274       337,734       1,053,474             1,391,482  
Intercompany receivables, net
                1,671,207       (1,671,207 )      
Property, buildings and equipment, net
          37,996       76,619             114,615  
Intangible assets, net
          8,478       70,989             79,467  
Goodwill and other intangibles, net
          229,659       636,343             866,002  
Investments in affiliates and other noncurrent assets
    1,871,768       3,185,983       37,828       (5,007,992 )     87,587  
     
Total assets
  $ 1,872,042     $ 3,799,850     $ 3,546,460     $ (6,679,199 )   $ 2,539,153  
     
 
                                       
Accounts payable
  $     $ 382,176     $ 152,339     $     $ 534,515  
Other current liabilities
    94,670       93,374       27,289             215,333  
     
Total current liabilities
    94,670       475,550       179,628             749,848  
Intercompany payables, net
    561,395       1,109,812             (1,671,207 )      
Long-term debt
    165,206       151,924       223,822             540,952  
Other noncurrent liabilities
    23,526       196,185       1,397             221,108  
Stockholders’ equity
    1,027,245       1,866,379       3,141,613       (5,007,992 )     1,027,245  
     
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
  $ 1,872,042     $ 3,799,850     $ 3,546,460     $ (6,679,199 )   $ 2,539,153  
     
                                         
    December 31, 2009
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 3     $ 16,924     $ 95,402     $     $ 112,329  
Trade accounts receivable, net
                635,754             635,754  
Inventories, net
          303,747       203,468             507,215  
Other current assets
    394       18,353       56,959             75,706  
     
Total current assets
    397       339,024       991,583             1,331,004  
Intercompany receivables, net
                1,560,850       (1,560,850 )      
Property, buildings and equipment, net
          38,819       77,490             116,309  
Intangible assets, net
          8,704       72,604             81,308  
Goodwill and other intangibles, net
          188,329       675,081             863,410  
Investments in affiliates and other noncurrent assets
    1,837,883       3,169,830       33,656       (4,939,207 )     102,162  
     
Total assets
  $ 1,838,280     $ 3,744,706     $ 3,411,264     $ (6,500,057 )   $ 2,494,193  
     
 
                                       
Accounts payable
  $     $ 326,996     $ 126,158     $     $ 453,154  
Short-term debt
                             
Other current liabilities
    99,528       37,080       91,072             227,680  
     
Total current liabilities
    99,528       364,076       217,230             680,834  
Intercompany payables, net
    554,257       1,006,593             (1,560,850 )      
Long-term debt
    164,679       348,952       84,238             597,869  
Other noncurrent liabilities
    23,527       192,661       3,013             219,201  
Stockholders’ equity
    996,289       1,832,424       3,106,783       (4,939,207 )     996,289  
     
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
  $ 1,838,280     $ 3,744,706     $ 3,411,264     $ (6,500,057 )   $ 2,494,193  
     

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF INCOME
                                         
    Three Months Ended March 31, 2010
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Net sales
  $     $ 658,946     $ 503,370     $ (13,717 )   $ 1,148,599  
Cost of goods sold
          527,693       407,207       (13,717 )     921,183  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    88       129,258       53,693             183,039  
Depreciation and amortization
          3,496       2,605             6,101  
Results of affiliates’ operations
    26,556       34,828             (61,384 )      
Interest expense, net
    7,268       3,745       2,517             13,530  
Other income
          (2,506 )                 (2,506 )
Provision for income taxes
          5,532       2,520             8,052  
     
 
                                       
Net income
  $ 19,200     $ 26,556     $ 34,828     $ (61,384 )   $ 19,200  
     
                                         
    Three Months Ended March 31, 2009
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Net sales
  $     $ 834,870     $ 344,720     $     $ 1,179,590  
Cost of goods sold
          672,681       268,732             941,413  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    2       145,689       41,798             187,489  
Depreciation and amortization
          3,595       3,562             7,157  
Results of affiliates’ operations
    23,629       17,300             (40,929 )      
Interest expense, net
    365       3,522       8,631             12,518  
Other income
          (1,626 )                 (1,626 )
Provision for income taxes
          4,680       4,697             9,377  
     
 
                                       
Net income
  $ 23,262     $ 23,629     $ 17,300     $ (40,929 )   $ 23,262  
     

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WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
                                         
    Three Months Ended March 31, 2010
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Net cash (used) provided by operating activities
  $ (7,940 )   $ 70,421     $ 6,193     $     $ 68,674  
Investing activities:
                                       
Capital expenditures
          (2,096 )     (150 )           (2,246 )
Acquisition payments
          (48 )                 (48 )
Equity income, net of distributions
          1,365                   1,365  
Other
          15                   15  
     
Net cash used by investing activities
          (764 )     (150 )           (914 )
Financing activities:
                                       
Net borrowings (repayments)
    7,138       (64,577 )                 (57,439 )
Equity transactions
    805                         805  
Other
          (5,804 )                 (5,804 )
     
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities
    7,943       (70,381 )                 (62,438 )
     
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
                3,423             3,423  
     
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    3       (724 )     9,466             8,745  
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of year
    3       16,924       95,402             112,329  
     
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period
  $ 6     $ 16,200     $ 104,868     $     $ 121,074  
     
                                         
    Three Months Ended March 31, 2009
    (In thousands)
                            Consolidating    
    WESCO   WESCO   Non-Guarantor   and Eliminating    
    International, Inc.   Distribution, Inc.   Subsidiaries   Entries   Consolidated
     
Net cash provided by operating activities
  $ 7,369     $ 112,978     $ 14,247     $     $ 134,594  
Investing activities:
                                       
Capital expenditures
          (2,663 )     (193 )           (2,856 )
Acquisition payments
          (74 )                 (74 )
Other
          82                   82  
     
Net cash used by investing activities
          (2,655 )     (193 )           (2,848 )
Financing activities:
                                       
Net repayments
    (7,545 )     (89,955 )     (371 )           (97,871 )
Equity transactions s
    174                         174  
Other
          (12,631 )                 (12,631 )
     
Net cash used by financing activities
    (7,371 )     (102,586 )     (371 )           (110,328 )
     
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
                (2,621 )           (2,621 )
     
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    (2 )     7,737       11,062             18,797  
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of year
          18,453       67,885             86,338  
     
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period
  $ (2 )   $ 26,190     $ 78,947     $     $ 105,135  
     

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12. SUBSEQUENT EVENT
     On April 30, 2010, Deutsch notified WESCO of its exercise of its option to purchase the remaining 40% of the LADD joint venture. As a result, WESCO recorded a pre-tax impairment loss of $3.4 million to selling, general and administrative expenses. WESCO expects to receive from Deutsch $40.0 million for its 40% investment in the joint venture and $15.0 million for the outstanding promissory note plus accrued interest. For further discussions refer to Note 6.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
     The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the information in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included herein and WESCO International Inc.’s Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included in its 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K. The matters discussed herein may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. Certain of these risks are set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009, as well as the Company’s other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Company Overview
     WESCO International, Inc., incorporated in 1993 and formed in February 1994 upon acquiring a distribution business from Westinghouse Electric Corporation, is a leading North American distributor of products and provider of supply chain services used primarily in the industrial, construction, utility and commercial, institutional and government markets. We serve over 100,000 customers globally, including a majority of the Fortune 1000, through approximately 380 full service branches and seven distribution centers located primarily in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with additional locations in the United Kingdom, Singapore, China, Australia, Africa and the United Arab Emirates. Approximately 84% of our net sales are generated from operations in the United States, 13% from Canada and the remainder from other countries.
     We sell electrical and industrial maintenance, repair and operating supplies, commonly referred to as “MRO”, and electrical and non-electrical construction and original equipment manufacturer (“OEM”) products and services. Our primary product categories include general electrical and industrial supplies, wire, cable and conduit, data communications, power distribution equipment, lighting and lighting control systems, control and automation and motors. We distribute more than 1,000,000 products from more than 17,000 suppliers utilizing a highly automated, proprietary electronic procurement and inventory replenishment system. In addition, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, which include supply chain management, logistics and transportation procurement, warehousing and inventory management as well as kitting and limited assembly of products. Our value-added capabilities, extensive geographic reach, experienced workforce and broad product and supply chain solutions have enabled us to grow our business and establish a leading position in North America.
Our financial results for the first three months of 2010 reflect improved conditions in our markets served, higher product prices and favorable foreign currency exchange rates. Sales decreased $31.0 million, or 2.6%, over the same period last year. Cost of goods sold as a percentage of net sales was 80.2% and 79.8% for the first three months of 2010 and 2009, respectively. Operating income decreased by $5.3 million, or 12.1%, primarily from the decrease in sales and the impairment charge recorded in connection with our 40% investment in the LADD joint venture. Refer to Note 6 of our notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements for additional information regarding the LADD joint venture. Net income for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and 2009 was $19.2 million and $23.3 million, respectively.
Cash Flow
     We generated $68.7 million in operating cash flow for the first three months of 2010. Included in this amount was net income of $19.2 million, an increase in accounts payable of $78.9 million and an increase in trade and other receivables of $41.2 million. Investing activities were primarily comprised of capital expenditures, which totaled $2.2 million for the first three months of 2010. Financing activities consisted of borrowings and repayments of $65.5 million and $262.0 million, respectively, related to our revolving credit facility, and borrowings of $140.0 million related to our accounts receivable securitization facility (the “Receivables Facility”).
Financing Availability
     As of March 31, 2010, we had $414.9 million in total available borrowing capacity. The available borrowing capacity under our revolving credit facility, which has a maturity date of November 1, 2013, was $277.3 million, of which $214.9 million is the U.S. sub-facility borrowing limit and $62.4 million is the Canadian sub-facility borrowing limit. The available borrowing capacity under the Receivables Facility, which was amended and restated in April 2009 to, among other things, extend the maturity date to April 13, 2012, was $137.6 million at March 31, 2010. In addition, in August 2009, we completed an exchange offer pursuant to which we issued $345.0 million aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Debentures in exchange for approximately $299.7 million and $57.7 million aggregate principal amounts of our outstanding 2026 Debentures and 2025 Debentures, respectively. Our 2025 Debentures and 2029 Debentures cannot be redeemed or repurchased until October 2010 and September 2016, respectively. In the event that our 2025 Debentures are redeemed or repurchased in October 2010, we believe that we will have ample financial capacity to handle such funding requirement. We increased our cash by $8.7 million to $121.1 million at March 31, 2010, after taking into account $57.4 million of net debt repayments and $2.2 million of capital expenditures. We monitor the depository institutions that hold our cash and cash equivalents on a regular basis, and we believe that we have placed our deposits with creditworthy financial institutions. For further discussion refer to “Liquidity and Capital Resources.”

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Outlook
     We believe that improvements made to our operations and capital structure and decisive actions taken over the past two years have positioned us to operate effectively as we move into the recovery phase of this economic cycle. We expect that the economic recovery will be slow and that market trends in 2010 point towards continued contraction in the non-residential construction and utility markets and gradual recovery in the industrial, international and government markets. In total, we anticipate that second quarter sales will increase 2.0% to 4.0% from first quarter levels, and gross margin rates and SG&A expenses will be similar to that experienced in the first quarter. We expect that second quarter operating margins will be approximately 4.0%. For the full year 2010, we anticipate that demand in the end markets we serve will be flat to down 2.0% compared to 2009 demand levels. We remain focused on actions to improve margins, provide superior customer service, maintain our cost leadership position, strengthen our team and produce improved shareholder returns.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
     During the three month period ended March 31, 2010, there were no significant changes to our critical accounting policies and estimates referenced in the 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Results of Operations
First Quarter of 2010 versus First Quarter of 2009
     The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to net sales of certain items in our condensed consolidated statements of income for the periods presented:
                 
    Three Months Ended  
    March 31,  
    2010     2009  
Net sales
    100 %     100.0 %
Cost of goods sold
    80.2       79.8  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    15.9       15.9  
Depreciation and amortization
    0.5       0.6  
 
           
Income from operations
    3.4       3.7  
Interest expense
    1.2       1.0  
Other income
    (0.2 )     (0.1 )
 
           
Income before income taxes
    2.4       2.8  
Provision for income taxes
    0.7       0.8  
 
           
Net income
    1.7 %     2.0 %
 
           
     Net sales in the first quarter of 2010 totaled $1,148.6 million versus $1,179.6 million in the comparable period for 2009, a decrease of $31.0 million, or 2.6%, over the same period last year. Sales were positively impacted by higher product prices and favorable foreign currency exchange rates; however, these increases were offset by weak market conditions in the non-residential construction and utility end markets.
     Cost of goods sold for the first quarter of 2010 was $921.2 million versus $941.4 million for the comparable period in 2009, and cost of goods sold as a percentage of net sales was 80.2% in 2010 versus 79.8% in 2009. The increase in the cost of goods sold percentage was primarily due to higher supplier volume rebates in the first quarter of 2009 compared to the first quarter of 2010.
     Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses in the first quarter of 2010 totaled $183.0 million versus $187.5 million in last year’s comparable quarter. The decrease in SG&A expenses is due to the decrease in sales and aggressive cost reduction actions taken in the prior year. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A expenses were 15.9% in the first quarter of 2010 and the first quarter of 2009, primarily reflecting the impact of headcount cost reduction actions taken in the prior year offset by an impairment charge related to our 40% interest in the LADD joint venture.
     SG&A payroll expenses for the first quarter of 2010 of $124.8 million decreased by $6.8 million compared to the same quarter in 2009. The decrease in payroll expenses was primarily due to a decrease in salaries and wages of $7.8 million related to the decrease in headcount. Other SG&A related payroll expenses increased $1.0 million.

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     The remaining SG&A expenses for the first quarter of 2010 of $58.2 million increased by approximately $2.3 million compared to same quarter in 2009. Included in this period’s SG&A expenses was a decrease in occupancy costs of $1.3 million and a decrease in other operating expenses of $1.3 million. These decreases were offset by a charge of $3.4 million related to the impairment of our 40% interest in the LADD joint venture, an increase in professional and consulting fees of $1.9 million and an increase in property taxes of $1.3 million. Other SG&A expenses decreased $1.7 million.
     Depreciation and amortization for the first quarter of 2010 was $6.1 million versus $7.2 million in last year’s comparable quarter. The decrease is due to the reduction in capital expenditures in 2009.
     Interest expense totaled $13.5 million for the first quarter of 2010 versus $12.5 million in last year’s comparable quarter, an increase of 8.1%. Interest expense for the first quarter of 2010 was impacted by the increase in interest rates, which was a result of amending both the Receivables Facility and revolving credit facility in April 2009 and February 2010, respectively. The application of the provisions of guidance concerning convertible debt instruments as of January 1, 2009 resulted in non-cash interest expense of $1.3 million in 2010 and $3.8 million in 2009.
     Other income totaled $2.5 million for the first quarter of 2010 versus $1.6 million in the comparable period for 2009. We account for our investment in the LADD joint venture on an equity basis, and earnings are reported as other income in the consolidated statement of income. The increase in other income is due to the increase in the joint venture’s income. On April 30, 2010, we were was notified by Deutsch Engineered Connecting Devices, Inc. (“Deutsch”), the 60% owner of the LADD joint venture, of its exercise of its option to purchase the remaining 40% of the LADD joint venture. We are entitled to receive equity income and distributions through the settlement date, which is expected to occur in the second quarter of 2010.
     Income tax expense totaled $8.1 million in the first quarter of 2010, and the effective tax rate was 29.5% compared to 28.7% in the same quarter in 2009. The increase in the effective tax rate is due to the revaluation of deferred tax items and the impact from foreign jurisdictions.
     For the first quarter of 2010, net income decreased by $4.1 million to $19.2 million compared to $23.3 million in the first quarter of 2009. Diluted earnings per share was $0.44 for the first quarter of 2010 compared with $0.55 per diluted share for the first quarter of 2009. The decrease in net income was primarily due to the decline in sales attributable to the weak market conditions.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
     Total assets at March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009 were $2.5 billion. Total liabilities at March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009 were $1.5 billion. Total liabilities remained unchanged primarily as a result of the increase in accounts payable of $81.4 million, which was mostly offset by a decrease in long-term debt of $56.1 million. Stockholders’ equity increased 3.1% to $1,027.2 million at March 31, 2010, compared with $996.3 million at December 31, 2009, primarily as a result of net earnings of $19.2 million, foreign currency translation adjustments of $7.4 million and stock-based compensation expense of $3.5 million.
     Our liquidity needs arise from working capital requirements, capital expenditures, acquisitions and debt service obligations. As of March 31, 2010, we had $277.3 million in available borrowing capacity under our revolving credit facility, which, combined with our $137.6 million of available borrowing capacity under our Receivables Facility and our invested cash, provides us with liquidity of $511.5 million. As previously mentioned, Deutsch, the 60% owner of the LADD joint venture, has exercised its option to purchase our 40% interest in the second quarter of 2010. We expect to receive from Deutsch $40.0 million for our 40% interest and $15.0 million, plus accrued interest, for an outstanding promissory note. We intend to use this cash to pay down our variable rate debt. We believe cash provided by operations and financing activities will be adequate to cover our current operational and business needs.
     We communicate on a regular basis with our lenders regarding our financial and working capital performance and liquidity position. We were in compliance with all covenants and restrictions as of March 31, 2010. In February 2010, Moody’s Investor Services affirmed our credit rating and stable outlook.
     We did not note any conditions or events during the first quarter of 2010 requiring an interim evaluation of impairment of goodwill. We will perform our annual impairment testing of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets during the fourth quarter of 2010.
     Over the next several quarters, we expect to maintain working capital productivity, and it is expected that excess cash will be directed primarily at debt reduction. Our near term focus will be managing our cost structure as we resume sales growth and maintaining ample liquidity and credit availability. We believe our balance sheet and ability to generate ample cash flow provides us with a durable business model and should allow us to fund expansion needs and growth initiatives in this time of economic recovery.

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Cash Flow
     Operating Activities. Cash provided by operating activities for the first three months of 2010 totaled $68.7 million compared with $134.6 million of cash generated for the first three months of 2009. Cash provided by operating activities in the first three months of 2010 included net income of $19.2 million and adjustments to net income totaling $12.5 million. Cash flow generated from the changes in assets and liabilities was attributable to the increase in accounts payable of $78.9 million, a decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets of $7.0 million, and a decrease in inventory and inventory reserves of $2.1 million. Cash used by operating activities in the first three months of 2010 included: $41.2 million for the increase in trade and other receivables, resulting from an increase in sales in the month of March; $5.3 million for the decrease in other current and noncurrent liabilities; and $4.5 million for the decrease in accrued payroll and benefit costs, resulting from the decrease in headcount and the payment of the 2009 management incentive compensation. During the first three months of 2009, primary sources of cash were net income of $23.3 million and adjustments to net income totaling $18.5 million; a decrease in trade and other receivables of $113.9 million, resulting from the decrease in sales; and a decrease in inventory of $42.9 million. Cash used by operating activities in the first three months of 2009 included: $45.4 million for the decrease in accounts payable, resulting from the decrease in purchasing activity; and $16.1 million for the decrease in accrued payroll and benefit costs, resulting from the payment of the 2008 management incentive compensation.
     Investing Activities. Net cash used by investing activities for the first three months of 2010 was $0.9 million, compared with $2.8 million of net cash used during the first three months of 2009. Capital expenditures were $2.2 million and $2.9 million in the first three months of 2010 and 2009, respectively.
     Financing Activities. Net cash used by financing activities for the first three months of 2010 and 2009 was $62.4 million and $110.3 million, respectively. During the first three months of 2010, borrowings and repayments of long-term debt of $65.5 million and $262.0 million, respectively, were made to our revolving credit facility. Borrowings of $140.0 million were applied to our Receivables Facility, and there were repayments of $0.4 million to our mortgage financing facility. During the first three months of 2009, borrowings and repayments of long-term debt of $71.0 million and $118.5 million, respectively, were made to our revolving credit facility. Borrowings and repayments of $55.0 million and $105.0 million, respectively, were applied to our Receivables Facility, and there were repayments of $0.4 million to our mortgage financing facility.
Contractual Cash Obligations and Other Commercial Commitments
     There were no material changes in our contractual obligations and other commercial commitments that would require an update to the disclosure provided in our 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K, other than the revolving credit facility disclosure in Note 5 to the condensed consolidated financial statements. Management believes that cash generated from operations, together with amounts available under our revolving credit facility and the Receivables Facility, will be sufficient to meet our working capital, capital expenditures and other cash requirements for the foreseeable future. However, there can be no assurances that this will continue to be the case.
Inflation
     The rate of inflation affects different commodities, the cost of products purchased and ultimately the pricing of our different products and product classes to our customers. On an overall basis, our pricing related to inflation comprised an estimated $20.0 million of our sales revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2010.
Seasonality
     Our operating results are not significantly affected by certain seasonal factors. Sales during the first and fourth quarters are generally below the sales of the second and third quarters due to reduced level of activity during the winter months of December, January and February. Sales typically increase beginning in March with slight fluctuations per month through December.
Impact of Recently Issued Accounting Standards
     See Note 2 of our notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements for information regarding the effect of new accounting pronouncements.

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Forward-Looking Statements
     From time to time in this report and in other written reports and oral statements, references are made to expectations regarding our future performance. When used in this context, the words “anticipates,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “intends,” “expects,” “projects,” “will” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such words. Such statements including, but not limited to, our statements regarding business strategy, growth strategy, competitive strengths, productivity and profitability enhancement, competition, new product and service introductions and liquidity and capital resources are based on management’s beliefs, as well as on assumptions made by and information currently available to, management, and involve various risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond our control. Our actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement made by us or on our behalf. In light of these risks and uncertainties, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking information will in fact prove to be accurate. Certain of these risks are set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009, as well as the Company’s other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We have undertaken no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risks
     There have not been any material changes to our exposures to market risk during the quarter ended March 31, 2010 that would require an update to the disclosures provided in our 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
     Conclusion Regarding the Effectiveness of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
     Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures as such term is defined under Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Exchange Act. Based on this evaluation, our principal executive officer and our principal financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this report.
     Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
     During the first quarter of 2010, there were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with management’s evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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Part II — Other Information
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
     From time to time, a number of lawsuits and claims have been or may be asserted against us relating to the conduct of our business, including routine litigation relating to commercial and employment matters. The outcome of any litigation cannot be predicted with certainty, and some lawsuits may be determined adversely to us. However, management does not believe, based on information presently available, that the ultimate outcome of any such pending matters is likely to have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or liquidity, although the resolution in any quarter of one or more of these matters may have a material adverse effect on our results of operations for that period.
     As initially reported in our 2008 Annual Report on Form 10-K, we are a co-defendant in a lawsuit filed in a state court in Indiana in which a customer alleges that we sold defective products manufactured or remanufactured by others and is seeking monetary damages in the amount of $52 million. We have denied any liability, continue to believe that we have meritorious defenses and intend to vigorously defend ourselves against these allegations. Accordingly, no liability is recorded for this matter as of March 31, 2010.
     Information relating to legal proceedings is included in Note 8, Commitments and Contingencies of the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 6. Exhibits
     (a) Exhibits
  31.1   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) promulgated under the Exchange Act.
 
  31.2   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a) promulgated under the Exchange Act.
 
  32.1   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
 
  32.2   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

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Signatures
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
         
  WESCO International, Inc.
 
 
    Date: May 6, 2010   /s/ Richard P. Heyse    
  Richard P. Heyse   
  Vice President and Chief Financial Officer   

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