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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Organization and Description of the Business
Navistar International Corporation ("NIC"), incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware in 1993, is a holding company whose principal operating entities are Navistar, Inc. ("NI") and Navistar Financial Corporation ("NFC"). References herein to the "Company," "we," "our," or "us" refer collectively to NIC and its consolidated subsidiaries, including certain variable interest entities ("VIEs") of which we are the primary beneficiary. We operate in four principal industry segments: Truck, Parts, Global Operations (collectively called "Manufacturing operations"), and Financial Services, which consists of NFC and our foreign finance operations (collectively called "Financial Services operations"). These segments are discussed in Note 15, Segment Reporting.
Our fiscal year ends on October 31. As such, all references to 2019, 2018, and 2017 contained within this Annual Report on Form 10-K relate to the fiscal year, unless otherwise indicated.
Basis of Presentation and Consolidation
The accompanying audited consolidated financial statements include the assets, liabilities, and results of operations of our Manufacturing operations and our Financial Services operations, including VIEs of which we are the primary beneficiary. The effects of transactions among consolidated entities have been eliminated to arrive at the consolidated amounts.
Variable Interest Entities
We have an interest in several VIEs, primarily joint ventures, established to manufacture or distribute products and enhance our operational capabilities. We have determined for certain of our VIEs that we are the primary beneficiary because we have the power to direct the activities of the VIE that most significantly impact its economic performance and we have the obligation to absorb losses of, or the right to receive benefits from, the VIE that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Accordingly, we include in our consolidated financial statements the assets and liabilities and results of operations of those entities, even though we may not own a majority voting interest. The liabilities recognized as a result of consolidating these VIEs do not represent additional claims on our general assets; rather they represent claims against the specific assets of these VIEs. Assets of these entities are not readily available to satisfy claims against our general assets.
We are the primary beneficiary of our Blue Diamond Parts, LLC ("BDP") joint venture with Ford Motor Company ("Ford"). As a result, our Consolidated Balance Sheets include assets of $32 million and $39 million, respectively, and liabilities of $4 million, for both periods, as of October 31, 2019 and 2018. Assets include $2 million and $4 million of cash and cash equivalents as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, which are not readily available to satisfy claims against our general assets. The creditors of BDP do not have recourse to our general credit. In October 2019, Ford notified the Company of its intention to dissolve the BDP joint venture effective October 2021.
Our Financial Services segment consolidates several VIEs. As a result, our Consolidated Balance Sheets include secured assets of $927 million and $994 million as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, and liabilities of $838 million and $852 million as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, all of which are involved in securitizations that are treated as asset-backed debt. In addition, our Consolidated Balance Sheets include secured assets of $537 million and $370 million as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, and corresponding liabilities of $279 million and $205 million, at the respective dates, which are related to other secured transactions that do not qualify for sale accounting treatment, and therefore, are treated as borrowings secured by operating and finance leases. Investors that hold securitization debt have a priority claim on the cash flows generated by their respective securitized assets to the extent that the related VIEs are required to make principal and interest payments. Investors in securitizations of these entities have either no recourse, or limited recourse, to our general credit.
We also have an interest in other VIEs, which we do not consolidate because we are not the primary beneficiary. Our financial support and maximum loss exposure relating to these non-consolidated VIEs are not material to our financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.
We use the equity method to account for our investments in entities that we do not control under the voting interest or variable interest models, but where we have the ability to exercise significant influence over operating and financial policies. Equity in income of non-consolidated affiliates includes our share of the net income of these entities.
Related Party Transactions
We have a series of commercial relationships and agreements with TRATON SE and certain of its subsidiaries and affiliates ("TRATON Group"), who holds 16.8% of our common stock, for royalties related to use of certain engine technology, contract manufacturing operations performed by us, the sale of engines, the sale and purchase of parts, and a procurement joint venture. We have also entered into development agreements with TRATON Group involving certain engine and transmission projects. This development work is being expensed as incurred. Revenue recognized for the years ended October 31, 2019, 2018 and 2017 was approximately $157 million, $146 million and $119 million, respectively. Net expenses incurred for the years ended October 31, 2019, 2018 and 2017 were $37 million, $27 million and $7 million, respectively, included primarily in Engineering and product development costs in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. Our receivable from TRATON Group was $13 million and $10 million as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Our payable to TRATON Group was $55 million and $25 million as of October 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
We have an exclusive long-term agreement to supply military and commercial parts and chassis to our former defense business, ND Holdings, LLC (“Navistar Defense”), in which we retain a 30% ownership interest. We also entered into an intellectual property agreement and a transition services agreement. For the year ended October 31, 2019, revenue recognized was approximately $57 million. As of October 31, 2019, our receivables from Navistar Defense were $29 million.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
All highly liquid financial instruments with original maturities of 90 days or less, consisting primarily of U.S. Treasury bills, federal agency securities, and commercial paper, are classified as cash equivalents.
Restricted cash is related to our securitization facilities, senior and subordinated floating rate asset-backed notes, wholesale trust agreements, indentured trust agreements, letters of credit, Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") requirements, and workers compensation requirements. The restricted cash and cash equivalents for our securitized facilities are restricted to pay interest expense, principal, or other amounts associated with our securitization agreements.
Marketable Securities
Marketable securities consist of available-for-sale securities and are measured and reported at fair value. The difference between amortized cost and fair value is recorded as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive loss ("AOCL") in Stockholders' Deficit, net of taxes. Most securities with remaining maturities of less than twelve months and other investments needed for current cash requirements are classified as current in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Gains and losses on the sale of marketable securities are determined using the specific identification method and are recorded in Other expense, net.
We evaluate our investments in marketable securities at the end of each reporting period to determine if a decline in fair value is other than temporary. When a decline in fair value is determined to be other than temporary, an impairment charge is recorded and a new cost basis in the investment is established. Our marketable securities are classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy.
Derivative Instruments
We utilize derivative instruments to manage certain exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and commodity prices. The fair values of all derivative instruments are recognized as assets or liabilities at the balance sheet date. Changes in the fair value of these derivative instruments are recognized in our operating results or included in AOCL, depending on whether the derivative instrument is a fair value or cash flow hedge and whether it qualifies for hedge accounting treatment. We elected to apply the normal purchase and normal sale exclusion to certain commodity contracts that are entered into to be used in production within a reasonable time during the normal course of business. For the years ended October 31, 2019, 2018, and 2017, we elected not to use hedge accounting and all changes in the fair value of our derivatives, except for those qualifying under the normal purchases and normal sales exception, were recognized in our operating results.
Gains and losses on derivative instruments are recognized in Costs of products sold, Interest expense, or Other expense, net depending on the underlying exposure. The exchange of cash associated with derivative transactions is classified in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows in the same category as the cash flows from the items subject to the economic hedging relationships.
Trade and Finance Receivables
Trade Receivables
Trade accounts receivable and trade notes receivable primarily arise from sales of goods to independently owned and operated dealers, original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), and commercial customers in the normal course of business.
Finance Receivables
Finance receivables consist of the following:
Retail notes—Retail notes primarily consist of fixed rate loans to commercial customers to facilitate their purchase of new and used trucks, and related equipment.
Finance leases—Finance leases consist of direct financing leases to commercial customers for acquisition of new and used trucks, and related equipment.
Wholesale notes—Wholesale notes primarily consist of variable rate loans to our dealers for the purchase of new and used trucks, and related equipment.
Retail accounts—Retail accounts consist of short-term accounts receivable that finance the sale of products to commercial customers.
Wholesale accounts—Wholesale accounts consist of short-term accounts receivable primarily related to the sales of items other than trucks, and related equipment (e.g. service parts) to dealers.
Finance receivables are classified as held-to-maturity and are recorded at gross value less unearned income and are reported net of allowances for doubtful accounts. Unearned revenue is amortized to revenue over the life of the receivable using the effective interest method. Our Financial Services operations purchase the majority of the wholesale notes receivable and accounts receivable arising from our Manufacturing operations. The Financial Services operations retain as collateral a security interest in the equipment associated with retail notes, wholesale notes, and finance leases.
Sales of Trade and Finance Receivables
We sell finance receivables using a process commonly known as securitization, whereby asset-backed securities are sold via public offering or private placement. None of our securitizations qualify for sales accounting treatment or as an off-balance sheet arrangement. As a result, the transferred receivables and the associated secured borrowings are included in our Consolidated Balance Sheets and no gain or loss is recorded on the sale.
We also act as servicer of transferred receivables. The servicing duties include collecting payments on receivables and preparing monthly investor reports on the performance of the receivables that are used by the trustee to distribute monthly interest and principal payments to investors. While servicing the receivables, we apply the same servicing policies and procedures that are applied to our owned receivables.
On a limited basis, we have sold certain receivables to third party lenders, without recourse or future obligations, and generally with no gain or loss.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
An allowance for doubtful accounts is established through a charge to Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses. The allowance is an estimate of the amount required to absorb probable losses on trade and finance receivables that may become uncollectible. The receivables are charged off when amounts due are determined to be uncollectible.
We have two portfolio segments of finance receivables based on the type of financing inherent to each portfolio. The retail portfolio segment represents loans or leases to end-users for the purchase or lease of vehicles. The wholesale portfolio segment represents loans to dealers to finance their inventory. As the initial measurement attributes and the monitoring and assessment of credit risk or the performance of the receivables are consistent within each of our receivable portfolios, we determined that each portfolio consisted of one class of receivable.
Impaired receivables are specifically identified and segregated from the remaining portfolio. The expected loss on impaired receivables is fully reserved in a separate calculation as a specific reserve based on the unique ability of the customer to pay and the estimated value of the collateral. The historical loss experience and portfolio quality trends of the retail portfolio segment compared to the wholesale portfolio segment are inherently different. A specific reserve on impaired retail receivables is recorded if the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral, net of selling costs, is less than the principal balance of the receivable. We calculate a general reserve on the remaining loan portfolio by applying loss ratios which are determined using actual loss experience and customer payment history, in conjunction with current economic and portfolio quality trends. In addition, we analyze specific economic indicators such as tonnage, fuel prices, and gross domestic product for additional insight into the overall state of the economy and its potential impact on our portfolio.
To establish a specific reserve for impaired wholesale receivables, we consider the same factors discussed above but also consider the financial strength of the dealer and key management, the timeliness of payments, the number and location of satellite locations, the number of dealers of competitor manufacturers in the market area, the type of equipment normally financed, and the seasonality of the business.
Repossessions
Gains or losses arising from the sale of repossessed collateral supporting finance receivables and operating leases are recognized in Other expense, net. Repossessed assets are recorded within Inventories at the lower of historical cost or fair value, less estimated costs to sell.
Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realizable value ("NRV"). Cost is principally determined using the first-in, first-out method. Our gross used truck inventory was $200 million at October 31, 2019 compared to $154 million at October 31, 2018, offset by reserves of $37 million and $31 million, respectively.
In valuing our used truck inventory, we are required to make assumptions regarding the level of reserves required to value inventories at their NRV. Our judgments and estimates for used truck inventory are based on an analysis of current and forecasted sales prices, aging of and demand for used trucks, and the mix of sales through various market channels. The NRV is subject to change based on numerous conditions, including age, specifications, mileage, timing of sales, market mix and current and forecasted pricing. While calculations are made after taking these factors into account, significant management judgment regarding expectations for future events is involved. Future events that could significantly influence our judgment and related estimates include general economic conditions in markets where our products are sold, actions of our competitors, and the ability to sell used trucks in a timely manner.
The following table presents our used truck reserve:
 
For the Years Ended October 31,
(in millions)
2019
 
2018
 
2017
Balance at beginning of period
$
31

 
$
110

 
$
208

Additions charged to expense(A)
69

 
50

 
111

Deductions/Other adjustments(B)
(63
)
 
(129
)
 
(209
)
Balance at end of period
$
37

 
$
31

 
$
110

_________________________
(A)
Additions charged to expense reflects the increase of the reserve for inventory on hand.
(B)
Deductions/Other adjustments include reductions of the reserve related to the sale of units.
Property and Equipment
We report land, buildings, leasehold improvements, machinery and equipment (including tooling and pattern equipment), furniture, fixtures, and equipment, and equipment leased to others at cost, net of depreciation. We initially record assets under capital lease obligations at the lower of their fair value or the present value of the aggregate future minimum lease payments. We depreciate our assets using the straight-line method over the shorter of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the assets.
The ranges of estimated useful lives are as follows:
 
Years
Buildings
20 - 50
Leasehold improvements
3 - 20
Machinery and equipment
3 - 12
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment
3 - 15
Equipment leased to others
1 - 10

Long-lived assets are evaluated periodically to determine if an adjustment to the depreciation and amortization period or to the unamortized balance is warranted. Such evaluation is based principally on the expected utilization of the long-lived assets.
We depreciate trucks, tractors, and trailers leased to customers under operating lease agreements on a straight-line basis to the equipment's estimated residual value over the lease term. The residual values of the equipment represent estimates of the value of the assets at the end of the lease contracts and are initially recorded based on estimates of future market values. Realization of the residual values is dependent on our future ability to market the equipment. We review residual values periodically to determine that recorded amounts are appropriate and the equipment is not impaired.
Maintenance and repairs of property and equipment are expensed as incurred. We capitalize replacements and improvements that increase the estimated useful life or productive capacity of an asset and we capitalize interest on major construction and development projects while in progress.
Gains or losses on disposition of property and equipment are recognized in Other expense, net.
We test for impairment of long-lived assets whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset or asset group (hereinafter referred to as "asset group") may not be recoverable by comparing the sum of the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to result from the operation of the asset group and its eventual disposition to the carrying value.
During 2019, we identified a triggering event related to continued economic weakness in Brazil and the initiation of strategic cost reduction actions in the Brazilian asset group, which is included in the Global Operations segment. As a result, we estimated the recoverable amount of the asset group and determined that the sum of the undiscounted future cash flows exceeds the carrying value and the asset group was not impaired. It is reasonably possible that within the next twelve months, we could recognize impairment charges if we experience adverse changes in our business including further declines in profitability due to changes in volume, market pricing, cost, or the business environment. Significant adverse changes to our business environment and future cash flows, or our inability to realize cost savings from our restructuring activities, could cause us to record impairment charges in future periods, which could be material.
Included in equipment leased to others are trucks that we produced or acquired to lease to customers as well as equipment that is financed by Bank of Montreal ("BMO") that does not qualify for revenue recognition, as we retained control in the leased property, which are accounted for as operating leases and borrowings, respectively. In the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows, the related expenditures are reflected as the Purchases of equipment leased to others in the investing section.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquired business over the amounts assigned to the net assets. Goodwill is not amortized but is tested for impairment at a reporting unit level on an annual basis or more frequently, if circumstances change or an event occurs that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of a reporting unit below its carrying amount.
Qualitative factors may be assessed to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. If the qualitative assessment indicates that the carrying amount is more likely than not higher than the fair value, goodwill is tested for impairment based on a two-step test. The first step compares the fair value of a reporting unit with its carrying amount, including goodwill. If the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill of the reporting unit is considered not impaired, thus the second step of the impairment test is unnecessary. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, the second step of the goodwill impairment test shall be performed to measure the amount of impairment loss, if any. The second step compares the implied fair value of reporting unit goodwill with the carrying amount of that goodwill. If the carrying amount of reporting unit goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of that goodwill, an impairment loss shall be recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
Significant judgment is applied when goodwill is assessed for impairment. This judgment includes developing cash flow projections, selecting appropriate discount rates, identifying relevant market comparables, incorporating general economic and market conditions, and selecting an appropriate control premium. The income approach is based on discounted cash flows which are derived from internal forecasts and economic expectations for each respective reporting unit.
An intangible asset determined to have an indefinite useful life is not amortized until its useful life is determined to no longer be indefinite. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are evaluated each reporting period to determine whether events and circumstances continue to support an indefinite useful life. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. The impairment test consists of a comparison of the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset with its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of an indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
Significant judgment is applied when evaluating if an intangible asset has a finite useful life. In addition, for indefinite-lived intangible assets, significant judgment is applied in testing for impairment. This judgment includes developing cash flow projections, selecting appropriate discount rates, identifying relevant market comparables, and incorporating general economic and market conditions.
Intangible assets subject to amortization are also evaluated for impairment or when indicators of impairment are determined to exist. We test for impairment of intangible assets, subject to amortization, by comparing the sum of the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to result from the operation of the asset group and its eventual disposition to the carrying value. If the sum of the undiscounted future cash flows is less than the carrying value, the fair value of the asset group is determined. The amount of impairment is calculated by subtracting the fair value of the asset group from the carrying value of the asset group. Intangible assets, subject to amortization, could become impaired in the future or require additional charges as a result of declines in profitability due to changes in volume, market pricing, cost, manner in which an asset is used, physical condition of an asset, laws and regulations, or the business environment. We amortize the cost of intangible assets over their respective estimated useful lives, generally on a straight-line basis.
The ranges for the amortization periods are generally as follows:
 
Years
Customer base and relationships
3 - 15
Trademarks
20
Other
3 - 18

Investments in Non-consolidated Affiliates
Equity method investments are recorded at original cost and adjusted periodically to recognize (i) our proportionate share of the investees' net income or losses after the date of investment, (ii) additional contributions made and dividends or distributions received, and (iii) impairment losses resulting from adjustments to fair value.
We assess the potential impairment of our equity method investments and determine fair value based on valuation methodologies, as appropriate, including the present value of estimated future cash flows, estimates of sales proceeds, and market multiples. If an investment is determined to be impaired and the decline in value is other than temporary, we record an appropriate write-down.
Debt Issuance Costs
We amortize debt issuance costs, discounts and premiums over the remaining life of the related debt using the effective interest method. The related income or expense is included in Interest expense. We record debt issuance costs, discounts and premiums associated with term debt as a direct deduction from, or addition to, the face amount of the debt. We record debt issuance costs associated with line-of-credit debt as other assets.
Pensions and Postretirement Benefits
We use actuarial methods and assumptions to account for our pension plans and other postretirement benefit plans. Pension and other postretirement benefits expense includes the actuarially computed cost of benefits earned during the current service period, the interest cost on accrued obligations, the expected return on plan assets, the straight-line amortization of net actuarial gains and losses and plan amendments, and adjustments due to settlements and curtailments.
Engineering and Product Development Costs
Engineering and product development costs arise from ongoing costs associated with improving existing products and manufacturing processes and for the introduction of new truck and engine components and products, and are expensed as incurred.
Advertising Costs
Advertising costs are expensed as incurred and are included in SG&A expenses. These costs totaled $31 million, $31 million, and $26 million for the years ended October 31, 2019, 2018, and 2017, respectively.
Contingency Accruals
We accrue for loss contingencies associated with outstanding litigation for which we have determined it is probable that a loss has occurred and the amount of loss can be reasonably estimated. Our asbestos, product liability, environmental, and workers compensation accruals also include estimated future legal fees associated with the loss contingencies, as we believe we can reasonably estimate those costs. In all other instances, legal fees are expensed as incurred. These expenses may be recorded in Costs of products sold, SG&A expenses, or Other expense, net. These estimates are based on our expectations of the scope, length to complete, and complexity of the claims. In the future, additional adjustments may be recorded as the scope, length, or complexity of outstanding litigation changes.
Warranty
We generally offer one to five-year warranty coverage for our truck, bus, and engine products, as well as our service parts. Terms and conditions vary by product, customer, and country. We accrue warranty related costs under standard warranty terms and for certain claims outside the contractual obligation period that we choose to pay as accommodations to our customers.
Our warranty estimates are established using historical information about the nature, frequency, timing, and average cost of warranty claims. Warranty claims are influenced by numerous factors, including new product introductions, technological developments, the competitive environment, the design and manufacturing process, and the complexity and related costs of component parts. We estimate our warranty accrual for our engines and trucks based on engine types and model years. Our warranty accruals take into account the projected ultimate cost-per-unit ("CPU") utilizing historical claims information. The CPU represents the total cash projected to be spent for warranty claims for a particular model year during the warranty period, divided by the number of units sold. The projection of the ultimate CPU is affected by component failure rates, repair costs, and the timing of failures in the product life cycle. Warranty claims inherently have a high amount of variability in timing and severity and can be influenced by external factors. Our warranty estimation process takes into consideration numerous variables that contribute to the precision of the estimate, but also add to the complexity of the model. Including numerous variables also reduces the sensitivity of the model to any one variable. We perform periodic reviews of warranty spend data to allow for timely consideration of the effects on warranty accruals.
Initial warranty estimates for new model year products are based on the previous model year product's warranty experience until the new product progresses sufficiently through its life cycle and related claims data becomes mature. Historically, warranty claims experience for launch-year products has been higher compared to the prior model-year engines; however, over time we have been able to refine both the design and manufacturing process to reduce both the volume and the severity of warranty claims. New product launches require a greater use of judgment in developing estimates until historical experience becomes available.
We record adjustments to pre-existing warranties for changes in our estimate of warranty costs for products sold in prior fiscal years. Such adjustments typically occur when claims experience deviates from historic and expected trends. Future events and circumstances could materially change these estimates and require additional adjustments to our liability.
When we identify cost effective opportunities to address issues in products sold or corrective actions for safety issues, we initiate product recalls or field campaigns. As a result of the uncertainty surrounding the nature and frequency of product recalls and field campaigns, the liability for such actions are generally recorded when we commit to a product recall or field campaign. Each subsequent quarter after a recall or campaign is initiated the recorded liability balance is analyzed, reviewed, and adjusted if necessary to reflect any changes in the anticipated average cost of repair or number of repairs to be completed prospectively. Included in 2019 warranty expense were $27 million of charges related to new campaign issuances as well as changes in estimates of previously issued campaigns, as compared to $10 million and $21 million in 2018 and 2017, respectively. The charges were primarily recognized as adjustments to pre-existing warranties. As we continue to identify opportunities to improve the design and manufacturing of our engines we may incur additional charges for product recalls and field campaigns to address identified issues.
Optional extended warranty contracts can be purchased for periods ranging from one to ten years. Warranty revenues related to extended warranty contracts are amortized to income, over the life of the contract, (a) in 2019 in proportion to the costs expected to be incurred in satisfying the obligation under the contract and (b) in 2018 and 2017 using the straight-line method. Costs under extended warranty contracts are expensed as incurred. We recognize losses on defined pools of extended warranty contracts when the expected costs for a given pool of contracts exceed related unearned revenue.
When collection is reasonably assured, we also estimate the amount of warranty claim recoveries to be received from our suppliers and record them in Other current assets and Other noncurrent assets. Recoveries related to specific product recalls, in which a supplier confirms its liability under the recall, are recorded in Trade and other receivables, net. Warranty costs and recoveries are included in Costs of products sold.
Although we believe that the estimates and judgments discussed herein are reasonable, actual results could differ and we may be exposed to increases or decreases in our warranty accrual that could be material.
Product Warranty Liability
The following table presents accrued product warranty and deferred warranty revenue activity:
 
For the Years Ended October 31,
(in millions)
2019
 
2018
 
2017
Balance at beginning of period
$
529

 
$
629

 
$
818

Costs accrued and revenues deferred
249

 
211

 
199

Currency translation adjustment

 
1

 
(1
)
Adjustments to pre-existing warranties(A)
3

 
(9
)
 
(1
)
Payments and revenues recognized
(283
)
 
(303
)
 
(386
)
Other adjustments(B)
12

 

 

Balance at end of period
510

 
529

 
629

Less: Current portion
233

 
255

 
307

Noncurrent accrued product warranty and deferred warranty revenue
$
277

 
$
274

 
$
322

________________________
(A)
Adjustments to pre-existing warranties reflect changes in our estimate of warranty costs for products sold in prior fiscal periods. Such adjustments typically occur when claims experience deviates from historic and expected trends. Our warranty liability is generally affected by component failure rates, repair costs, and the timing of failures. Future events and circumstances related to these factors could materially change our estimates and require adjustments to our liability. In addition, new product launches require a greater use of judgment in developing estimates until historical experience becomes available.
(B) Other adjustments include a $14 million increase in revenues deferred in connection with the adoption of the new revenue standard (as defined below regarding Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 606), partially offset by a $2 million reduction in liability related to the sale of a majority interest in our defense business, Navistar Defense.
In 2019, we recognized a net benefit of $14 million related to extended warranty contracts on our proprietary Big-Bore engines, which includes a benefit of $13 million related to pre-existing warranties. In 2018, we recognized a net benefit of $29 million related to extended warranty contracts on our proprietary Big-Bore engines, which includes a benefit of $33 million related to pre-existing warranties. In 2017, we recognized a net charge of $8 million related to extended warranty contracts on our proprietary Big-Bore engines, which includes a charge of $3 million related to pre-existing warranties.
Stock-based Compensation
We have various plans that provide for the granting of stock-based compensation to certain employees, directors, and consultants, which is further described in Note 18, Stock-Based Compensation Plans. Shares are issued upon option exercise from Common stock held in treasury.
For transactions in which we obtain employee services in exchange for an award of equity instruments, we measure the cost of the services based on the grant date fair value of the award. We recognize the cost over the period during which an employee is required to provide services in exchange for the award, known as the requisite service period (usually the vesting period). Costs related to plans with graded vesting are generally recognized using a straight-line method.

Foreign Currency Translation
We translate the financial statements of foreign subsidiaries whose local currency is their functional currency to U.S. dollars using period-end exchange rates for assets and liabilities and weighted average exchange rates for each period for revenues and expenses. Differences arising from exchange rate changes are included in the Foreign currency translation adjustment component of AOCL.
For foreign subsidiaries whose functional currency is the U.S. dollar, we remeasure non-monetary balance sheet accounts and the related income statement accounts at historical exchange rates. Gains and losses arising from fluctuations in currency exchange rates on transactions denominated in currencies other than the functional currency are recognized in earnings as incurred. We recognized net foreign currency transaction losses of $4 million, $2 million, and $16 million in 2019, 2018, and 2017, respectively, which were recorded in Other expense, net.
Income Taxes
We file a consolidated U.S. federal income tax return for NIC and its eligible domestic subsidiaries. Our non-U.S. subsidiaries file income tax returns in their respective local jurisdictions. We account for income taxes under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and tax benefit carryforwards. Deferred tax assets and liabilities at the end of each period are determined using enacted tax rates. A valuation allowance is established or maintained when, based on currently available information, it is more likely than not that all or a portion of a deferred tax asset will not be realized.
We recognize the tax benefit from an uncertain tax position claimed or expected to be claimed on a tax return only if it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained on examination by taxing authorities, based on the technical merits of the position. The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such a position are measured based on the largest benefit that has a greater than fifty percent likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement.
We apply the intraperiod tax allocation rules to allocate income taxes among continuing operations, discontinued operations, other comprehensive income (loss), and additional paid-in capital when we meet the criteria as prescribed in the rules.
Earnings Per Share
The calculation of basic earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of our shares of common stock outstanding during the applicable period. The calculation for diluted earnings per share recognizes the effect of all potential dilutive shares of common stock that were outstanding during the respective periods, unless their impact would be anti-dilutive.
Diluted earnings per share recognizes the dilution that would occur if securities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into shares using the treasury stock method.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the periods presented. Significant estimates and assumptions are used for, but are not limited to, pension and other postretirement benefits, allowance for doubtful accounts, income tax contingency accruals and valuation allowances, product warranty accruals, used truck inventory valuations, asbestos and other product liability accruals, asset impairment charges, restructuring charges and litigation-related accruals. Actual results could differ from our estimates.
Concentration Risks
Our financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows are subject to concentration risks related to our significant unionized workforce. As of October 31, 2019, approximately 7,400, or 98%, of our hourly workers and approximately 700, or 13%, of our salaried workers, are represented by labor unions and are covered by collective bargaining agreements. In January 2019, certain of our United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America ("UAW") represented employees executed a new six-year master collective bargaining agreement with a ratification date of December 17, 2018 that replaced the prior agreement which expired in October 2018. Our future operations may be affected by changes in governmental procurement policies, budget considerations, and political, regulatory and economic developments in the U.S. and certain foreign countries (primarily Canada, Mexico, and Brazil).
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In March 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued ASU No. 2018-05, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 118". This ASU updates the income tax accounting in GAAP to reflect the SEC's interpretive guidance released on December 22, 2017, when the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R.1) (the "Tax Act") was signed into law. We adopted this ASU on November 1, 2018. See Note 12, Income taxes for additional information.
In March 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-07, "Compensation—Retirement Benefits (Topic 715): Improving the Presentation of Net Periodic Pension Cost and Net Periodic Postretirement Benefit Cost". This ASU requires that an employer disaggregate the service cost component from the other components of net periodic benefit cost. In addition, only the service cost component will be eligible for capitalization. The amendments in this update are required to be applied retrospectively for the presentation of the service cost component and the other components of net periodic benefit cost in the Consolidated Statement of Operations and prospectively, on and after the adoption date, for the capitalization of the service cost component of net periodic benefit cost in assets. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2017, with early adoption permitted. We adopted this ASU on November 1, 2018, using a retrospective approach, which resulted in a reclassification of certain net periodic benefit costs from Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses to Other expense, net in our Consolidated Statements of Operations of in the amounts of $94 million and $127 million for the years ended October 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively. See Note 11, Postretirement benefits for additional information.
In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-18, "Statement of Cash Flows: Restricted Cash" (Topic 230). This ASU requires that a statement of cash flows explain the change during the period in the total of cash, and cash equivalents, including amounts generally described as restricted cash or restricted cash equivalents. Therefore, amounts generally described as restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents should be included with cash and cash equivalents when reconciling the beginning-of-period and end-of-period total amounts shown on the statement of cash flows. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2017. We adopted this ASU on November 1, 2018 using a retrospective transition approach.
The following table provides changes to our Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended October 31, 2018 and 2017:
(in millions)
 
Under Prior Standard
 
Effects of New Standard
 
As Reported
Year ended October 31, 2018
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash flows from investing activities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net change in restricted cash and cash equivalents
 
$
9

 
$
(9
)
 
$

Net cash used in investing activities
 
(57
)
 
(9
)
 
(66
)
Increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
 
614

 
(9
)
 
605

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of the period
 
706

 
134

 
840

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of the period
 
1,320

 
125

 
1,445

(in millions)
 
Under Prior Standard
 
Effects of New Standard
 
As Reported
Year ended October 31, 2017
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cash flows from investing activities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net change in restricted cash and cash equivalents
 
$
(22
)
 
$
22

 
$

Net cash used in investing activities
 
(542
)
 
22

 
(520
)
Decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
 
(98
)
 
22

 
(76
)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of the period
 
804

 
112

 
916

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of the period
 
706

 
134

 
840

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, "Revenue from Contracts with Customers" (“ASC 606”), which supersedes the revenue recognition requirements in ASC 605, "Revenue Recognition." This ASU is based on the principle that revenue is
recognized to depict the transfer of goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. This ASU also requires additional disclosure about the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from customer contracts, including significant judgments and changes in judgments and assets recognized from costs incurred to obtain or fulfill a contract. In August 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-14, which postponed the effective date of ASU No. 2014-09 to fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2017, with early adoption permitted on the original effective date for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2016. We analyzed the impact of the ASU on our portfolio of customer contracts which resulted in changes in the timing and the amount of revenue recognized and gross versus net accounting for certain revenue streams in comparison with previous guidance.
On November 1, 2018, we adopted the new accounting standard ASC 606, "Revenue from Contracts with Customers" and all the related amendments (“new revenue standard”) using the modified retrospective method to all contracts. The comparative information has not been restated and continues to be reported under the accounting standards in effect for those periods. Based on our assessment, the cumulative effect adjustment upon adoption of the new revenue standard had a $37 million impact on our Accumulated deficit. The primary impacts include an increase in Accumulated deficit due to an increase in the refund liability owed to our customers for future returns of core components. Previously our refund liability was recorded net of our future trade-in value to our suppliers. Under the new revenue standard, we record a liability for the amounts owed to our customers and a deposit asset for the amount we are currently eligible to receive from our suppliers. An additional increase relates to a change in the recognition pattern of revenue for extended warranty contracts. Revenue from these contracts was recognized on a straight-line basis over the life of the contract. Under the new revenue standard, revenue for extended warranty contracts is recorded in proportion to the costs expected to be incurred in satisfying the obligations based on historical cost patterns over the life of similar contracts.
The increase in Accumulated deficit is partially offset by certain contracts where revenue recognition occurred as units were delivered and accepted. Under the new revenue standard, when the contract transfers control of a good to a customer as services or production occurs, revenue is recognized over time. An additional decrease in Accumulated deficit relates to certain sales that were recorded as leases or borrowings as we retained control in the leased property. Under the new revenue standard, revenue is recognized upon transfer of control for these transactions, less the value of any guarantees provided to the customer. The adoption of the new revenue standard resulted in changes in the classification of Sales and revenues, net and Costs of products sold in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. The new revenue standard also resulted in changes in the classification of certain assets and liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets.
We have revised our relevant policy and procedures and provided expanded revenue recognition disclosures based on the new qualitative and quantitative disclosure requirements of the standard in Note 2, Revenue.
The cumulative effects of the adjustments made to our November 1, 2018 Consolidated Balance Sheet for the adoption of the new revenue standard were as follows:
(in millions)
 
Balance at October 31, 2018
 
Change Due to New Standard
 
Balance at November 1, 2018
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
Trade and other receivables, net(A)
 
$
456

 
$
(18
)
 
$
438

Inventories, net
 
1,110

 
(91
)
 
1,019

Other current assets
 
189

 
101

 
290

Total current assets
 
5,136

 
(8
)
 
5,128

Property and equipment, net
 
1,370

 
(109
)
 
1,261

Deferred taxes, net
 
121

 
1

 
122

Other noncurrent assets
 
113

 
(3
)
 
110

Total assets
 
$
7,230

 
$
(119
)
 
$
7,111

LIABILITIES and STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT
 
 
 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notes payable and current maturities of long-term debt
 
$
946

 
$
(15
)
 
$
931

Other current liabilities
 
1,255

 
13

 
1,268

Total current liabilities
 
3,807

 
(2
)
 
3,805

Long-term debt
 
4,521

 
(58
)
 
4,463

Other noncurrent liabilities
 
731

 
(22
)
 
709

Total liabilities
 
11,156

 
(82
)
 
11,074

Stockholders’ deficit(A)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total stockholders’ deficit attributable to Navistar International Corporation
 
(3,931
)
 
(37
)
 
(3,968
)
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit
 
$
7,230

 
$
(119
)
 
$
7,111

______________________
(A) During the fourth quarter of 2019, we identified additional transition adjustments of $10 million related to the impact of certain core component transactions. As a result, Trade and other receivables, net was reduced by $10 million and Accumulated deficit was increased by a corresponding amount in our November 1, 2018 Consolidated Balance Sheet. The correction increased our cumulative effect adjustment upon adoption of the new revenue standard from $27 million to $37 million.
The following reconciles amounts as they would have been reported under the prior standard to current reporting:
 
 
Year ended October 31, 2019(A)
(in millions)
 
Under Prior Standard
 
Effects of New Standard
 
As Reported
Sales of manufactured products, net
 
$
11,102

 
$
(41
)
 
$
11,061

Costs of products sold
 
9,301

 
(56
)
 
9,245

Interest expense
 
315

 
(3
)
 
312

Income before income tax
 
244

 
18

 
262

Income tax expense
 
(19
)
 

 
(19
)
Net income
 
$
225

 
$
18

 
$
243

______________________
(A) Our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the year ended October 31, 2019 includes two months of the operating activity of Navistar Defense prior to the sale of a majority interest in our former defense business. See Note 3 Restructurings, Impairments and Divestitures for additional information.
 
 
As of October 31, 2019(A)
(in millions)
 
Under Prior Standard
 
Effects of New Standard
 
As Reported
ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
Current assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
Trade and other receivables, net
 
$
362

 
$
(24
)
 
$
338

Inventories, net
 
968

 
(57
)
 
911

Other current assets
 
208

 
69

 
277

Total current assets
 
4,964

 
(12
)
 
4,952

Property and equipment, net
 
1,513

 
(204
)
 
1,309

Deferred taxes, net
 
116

 
1

 
117

Other noncurrent assets
 
116

 
(9
)
 
107

Total assets
 
$
7,141

 
$
(224
)
 
$
6,917

LIABILITIES and STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT
 
 
 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notes payable and current maturities of long-term debt
 
$
883

 
$
(12
)
 
$
871

Other current liabilities
 
1,349

 
14

 
1,363

        Total current liabilities
 
3,573

 
2

 
3,575

Long-term debt
 
4,363

 
(46
)
 
4,317

Other noncurrent liabilities
 
796

 
(151
)
 
645

Total liabilities
 
10,835

 
(195
)
 
10,640

Stockholders’ deficit
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total stockholders’ deficit attributable to Navistar International Corporation
 
(3,697
)
 
(29
)
 
(3,726
)
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit
 
$
7,141

 
$
(224
)
 
$
6,917

_________________________
(A)
Our Consolidated Balance Sheet as of October 31, 2019 does not include the impact of Navistar Defense due to the sale of a majority interest in our former defense business. See Note 3, Restructurings, Impairments and Divestitures for additional information.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In February 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-02, "Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income" (Topic 220). This ASU provides guidance on a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for the effect of the tax rate change resulting from the Tax Act. The amendments eliminate the stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Act and will improve the usefulness of information reported to financial statement users. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018, with early adoption permitted. This ASU is effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2020. The adoption of this guidance will result in a decrease to Accumulated deficit and an increase of Accumulated other comprehensive loss on our Consolidated Balance Sheet in the amount of $189 million related to the reclassification of the stranded tax effects on November 1, 2019.
In August 2018, the FASB issued Accounting Standard Update ("ASU") No. 2018-15, "Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40) Customer’s Accounting for Fees Paid in a Cloud Computing Arrangement". This ASU provides guidance on evaluating the accounting for fees paid by a customer in a cloud computing arrangement (hosting arrangement) and determining when the arrangement includes a software license. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted. This ASU is effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, and we expect to early adopt this ASU in the first quarter of 2020. We do not expect our adoption of this ASU to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, “Financial Instruments - Credit Losses: Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments” (Topic 326), and subsequently issued various ASUs to clarify the implementation guidance in ASU 2016-13. This ASU sets forth an expected credit loss model which requires the measurement of expected credit losses for financial instruments based on historical experience, current conditions and reasonable and supportable forecasts. This replaces the existing incurred loss model and is applicable to the measurement of credit losses on financial assets measured at amortized cost, and certain off-balance sheet credit exposures. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted. Adoption will require a modified retrospective transition. This ASU is effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2021. The impact of this ASU on our consolidated financial statements will primarily result from our Financial Services operations and certain financial guarantees, and will largely depend on economic conditions and forecasts existing at the time of adoption.
In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, "Leases" (Topic 842), including subsequently issued ASUs to clarify the implementation guidance in ASU 2016-02 (“new lease standard”). This ASU requires lessees to recognize, on the balance sheet, assets and liabilities for the rights and obligations created by leases of greater than twelve months. The accounting by lessors will remain largely unchanged. This ASU is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018, with early adoption permitted.
On November 1, 2019, we adopted the new lease standard using the optional modified retrospective basis. We elected the “package of practical expedients”, which permits us not to reassess under the new lease standard our prior conclusions about lease identification, lease classification and initial direct costs. We also elected the practical expedient related to land easements, but did not elect the use-of-hindsight. For lessor accounting, we elected to exclude taxes collected from customers, such as sales and use and value added, from the measurement of lease income and expense.
Based on our preliminary assessment, the cumulative effect adjustment upon adoption of the new lease standard will have an immaterial impact on our Accumulated deficit. We evaluated our lease population to assess the effect of the guidance on our consolidated financial statements and will record lease liabilities and right-of-use assets for operating leases related to certain property and equipment. We are in the process of finalizing the assessment of the impact upon adoption and we currently estimate the right-of-use assets and lease liabilities as of November 1, 2019 will range from $125 million to $160 million. The new lease standard will also result in changes in the classification of certain sales that were recorded as borrowings, as we retained control of the related equipment, in Long term debt in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Under the new lease standard, these transactions will be classified as operating lease liabilities recognized as Other noncurrent liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. In addition, the new lease standard requires lessors to classify cash receipts from leases within operating activities. As a result, we will present cash receipts from operating leases which were accounted for as borrowings as an operating cash inflow rather than the current presentation as a financing cash inflow. The impact related to operating leases accounted for as borrowings on our consolidated financial statements is prospective and will largely depend on our operations at the time of adoption.
We will revise our relevant policy and procedures and provide expanded lease disclosures based on the new qualitative and quantitative disclosure requirements of the new lease standard in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the first quarter of 2020.