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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 10-Q

001-33260
(Commission File Number)

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Rheinstrasse 20
CH-8200 Schaffhausen, Switzerland
(Address of principal executive offices)

+41 (0)52 633 66 61
(Registrant's telephone number)

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ý    No 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 for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes ý    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.

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o    No ý

        The number of common shares outstanding as of January 21, 2013 was 420,260,712.

   

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INDEX TO FORM 10-Q

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1.    FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

        

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(UNAUDITED)

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

(UNAUDITED)

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(UNAUDITED)

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)

1. Basis of Presentation

        The unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of TE Connectivity Ltd. ("TE Connectivity" or the "Company," which may be referred to as "we," "us," or "our") have been prepared in United States Dollars, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP"). The preparation of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. In management's opinion, the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contain all normal recurring adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of interim results. The results of operations reported for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for the entire fiscal year or any subsequent interim period.

        The Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The year-end balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all of the information and disclosures required by GAAP. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with our audited Consolidated Financial Statements contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012.

        Unless otherwise indicated, references in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements to fiscal 2013 and fiscal 2012 are to our fiscal years ending September 27, 2013 and September 28, 2012, respectively.

New Segment Structure

        Effective for the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we reorganized our management and segments to better align the organization around our strategy. We expect the realignment to enable us to better meet our customers' needs and optimize our efficiency. The following represents the new segment structure:

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Transportation Solutions—This segment consists of our Automotive business.



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Network Solutions—The Telecom Networks, Data Communications, Enterprise Networks, and Subsea Communications businesses are presented in this segment.



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Industrial Solutions—This segment contains our Industrial, Aerospace, Defense, and Marine, and Energy businesses.



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Consumer Solutions—Our Consumer Devices and Appliances businesses are encompassed in this segment.

Reclassifications

        We have reclassified certain items on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements to conform to the current year presentation.

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2. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net

        Charges to operations by segment were as follows:

        Amounts recognized on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

2. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

        Activity in our restructuring reserves during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 is summarized as follows:

Fiscal 2013 Actions

        During fiscal 2013, we initiated several restructuring programs associated with headcount reductions across all segments, and manufacturing site closures in the Consumer Solutions and Network Solutions segments. In connection with these actions, during the quarter ended December 28, 2012, we recorded restructuring charges of $105 million primarily related to employee severance and benefits and the impairment of fixed assets in connection with exited manufacturing sites' product lines. We expect to complete all restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2013 by the end of fiscal 2014 and to incur total charges of approximately $139 million. Cash spending related to this plan was $2 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013; we expect cash spending to be approximately $54 million and $47 million in fiscal 2013 and 2014, respectively.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

2. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

        The following table summarizes charges incurred and total charges expected to be incurred for fiscal 2013 actions by segment:

Fiscal 2012 Actions

        During fiscal 2012, we initiated several restructuring programs resulting in headcount reductions across all segments. Also, we initiated restructuring programs in the Transportation Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments associated with the acquisition of Deutsch Group SAS ("Deutsch"). During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, we recorded net restructuring charges of $22 million primarily related to employee severance and benefits. We do not expect to incur any additional expense related to restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2012. Cash spending related to this plan was $12 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013; we expect cash spending to be approximately $70 million and $10 million in fiscal 2013 and 2014, respectively.

        The following table summarizes cumulative charges incurred for fiscal 2012 actions by segment:

Pre-Fiscal 2012 Actions

        During fiscal 2011, we initiated restructuring programs which were primarily associated with the acquisition of ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ("ADC") and related headcount reductions in the Network Solutions segment. Additionally, we increased reductions-in-force across all segments as a result of economic conditions. In connection with these actions, during the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, we recorded net restructuring credits of $13 million and

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2. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

$4 million, respectively, primarily related to employee severance and benefits. We do not expect to incur any additional expense related to restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2011.

        During fiscal 2002, we recorded restructuring charges primarily related to a significant downturn in the telecommunications industry and certain other end markets. These actions have been completed. As of December 28, 2012, the remaining restructuring reserves related to the fiscal 2002 actions were $27 million and primarily related to exited lease facilities in the Subsea Communications business in the Network Solutions segment. We expect that the remaining reserves will continue to be paid out over the expected terms of the obligations which range from one to twenty years, the latest ending in fiscal 2022.

        Cash spending related to pre-fiscal 2012 actions was $9 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013; we expect cash spending to be approximately $36 million in fiscal 2013.

Restructuring Reserves

        Total restructuring reserves by segment were as follows:

        Restructuring reserves included on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets were as follows:

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

3. Discontinued Operations

        The following table presents net sales, pre-tax income (loss), pre-tax loss on sale, and income tax (expense) benefit from discontinued operations:

        During fiscal 2012, we sold our Touch Solutions and TE Professional Services businesses. These businesses met the held for sale and discontinued operations criteria and were included in discontinued operations in fiscal 2012. Prior to reclassification to discontinued operations, the Touch Solutions and TE Professional Services businesses were included in the former Communications and Industrial Solutions segment and the Network Solutions segment, respectively.

        On December 27, 2011, the New York Court of Claims entered judgment in our favor in the amount of $25 million, payment of which was received in fiscal 2012, in connection with our former Wireless Systems business's State of New York contract. This judgment resolved all outstanding issues between the parties in this matter. This partial recovery of a previously recognized loss, net of legal fees, is reflected in income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The Wireless Systems business, which met the held for sale and discontinued operations criteria, was a component of the former Wireless Systems segment.

4. Inventories

        Inventories consisted of the following:

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5. Goodwill

        The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment were as follows⁽¹⁾:

6. Intangible Assets, Net

        Intangible assets were as follows:

        Intangible asset amortization expense was $28 million and $15 million for the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, respectively.

        The estimated aggregate amortization expense on intangible assets is expected to be as follows:

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7. Debt

        Debt was as follows:

        Tyco Electronics Group S.A. ("TEGSA"), our 100%-owned subsidiary, has a five-year unsecured senior revolving credit facility ("Credit Facility"), with total commitments of $1,500 million. This facility expires in June 2016. TEGSA had no borrowings under the Credit Facility at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012.

        The Credit Facility contains a financial ratio covenant providing that if, as of the last day of each fiscal quarter, our ratio of Consolidated Total Debt (as defined in the Credit Facility) to Consolidated EBITDA (as defined in the Credit Facility) for the then most recently concluded period of four consecutive fiscal quarters exceeds 3.5 to 1.0, an Event of Default (as defined in the Credit Facility) is triggered. The Credit Facility and our other debt agreements contain other customary covenants.

        In addition to the Credit Facility, TEGSA is the borrower under the outstanding senior notes and outstanding commercial paper. TEGSA's payment obligations under its senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facility are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by its parent, TE Connectivity Ltd. Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its subsidiaries provides a guarantee as to payment obligations under the 3.50% convertible subordinated notes due 2015 issued by ADC prior to its acquisition in December 2010.

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7. Debt (Continued)

        We have used, and continue to use, derivative instruments to manage interest rate risk. See Note 10 for additional information.

        The fair value of our debt, based on indicative valuations, was approximately $3,357 million and $4,034 million at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, respectively.

8. Guarantees

Tax Sharing Agreement

        Effective June 29, 2007, we became the parent company of the former electronics businesses of Tyco International Ltd. ("Tyco International"). On June 29, 2007, Tyco International distributed all of our shares, as well as its shares of its former healthcare businesses ("Covidien"), to its common shareholders (the "separation").

        Upon separation, we entered into a Tax Sharing Agreement, under which we share responsibility for certain of our, Tyco International's, and Covidien's income tax liabilities based on a sharing formula for periods prior to and including June 29, 2007. We, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of U.S. income tax liabilities that arise from adjustments made by tax authorities to our, Tyco International's, and Covidien's U.S. income tax returns. The effect of the Tax Sharing Agreement is to indemnify us for 69% of certain liabilities settled in cash by us with respect to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. Pursuant to that indemnification, we have made similar indemnifications to Tyco International and Covidien with respect to 31% of certain liabilities settled in cash by the companies relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. If any of the companies responsible for all or a portion of such liabilities were to default in its payment of costs or expenses related to any such liability, we would be responsible for a portion of the defaulting party or parties' obligation. We are responsible for all of our own taxes that are not shared pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement's sharing formula. In addition, Tyco International and Covidien are responsible for their tax liabilities that are not subject to the Tax Sharing Agreement's sharing formula. Our indemnification created under the Tax Sharing Agreement qualifies as a guarantee of a third party entity's debt under Accounting Standards Codification 460, Guarantees.

        At December 28, 2012, we had a liability representing the indemnifications made to Tyco International and Covidien pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement of $241 million of which $228 million was reflected in other liabilities and $13 million was reflected in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. At September 28, 2012, the liability was $241 million and consisted of $227 million in other liabilities and $14 million in accrued and other current liabilities. The amount reflected in accrued and other current liabilities is our estimated cash obligation under the Tax Sharing Agreement to Tyco International and Covidien in connection with pre-separation tax matters that could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We have assessed the probable future cash payments to Tyco International and Covidien for pre-separation income tax matters pursuant to the terms of the Tax Sharing Agreement and determined that $241 million remains sufficient to satisfy these expected obligations.

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8. Guarantees (Continued)

Other Matters

        In disposing of assets or businesses, we often provide representations, warranties, and/or indemnities to cover various risks including unknown damage to assets, environmental risks involved in the sale of real estate, liability for investigation and remediation of environmental contamination at waste disposal sites and manufacturing facilities, and unidentified tax liabilities and legal fees related to periods prior to disposition. We do not expect that these uncertainties will have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 28, 2012, we had outstanding letters of credit and letters of guarantee in the amount of $343 million.

        In the normal course of business, we are liable for contract completion and product performance. In the opinion of management, such obligations will not significantly affect our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        We generally record estimated product warranty costs when contract revenues are recognized under the percentage-of-completion method for construction related contracts and at the time of sale for products. The estimation is primarily based on historical experience and actual warranty claims. Amounts accrued for warranty claims at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012 were $48 million.

9. Commitments and Contingencies

TE Connectivity Legal Proceedings

        In the ordinary course of business, we are subject to various legal proceedings and claims, including patent infringement claims, product liability matters, employment disputes, disputes on agreements, other commercial disputes, environmental matters, antitrust claims, and tax matters, including non-income tax matters such as value added tax, sales and use tax, real estate tax, and transfer tax. Although it is not feasible to predict the outcome of these proceedings, based upon our experience, current information, and applicable law, we do not expect that the outcome of these proceedings, either individually or in the aggregate, will have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 28, 2012, we had a contingent purchase price commitment of $80 million related to our fiscal 2001 acquisition of Com-Net. This represents the maximum amount payable to the former shareholders of Com-Net only after the construction and installation of a communications system was completed for and approved by the State of Florida in accordance with guidelines set forth in the contract. Under the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, we do not believe we have any obligation to the sellers. However, the sellers have contested our position and initiated a lawsuit in June 2006 in the Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, which is in the discovery phase. A liability for this contingency has not been recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements as we do not believe that any payment is probable or reasonably estimable at this time.

Income Taxes

        In connection with the separation, we entered into a Tax Sharing Agreement that generally governs our, Covidien's, and Tyco International's respective rights, responsibilities, and obligations after the

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9. Commitments and Contingencies (Continued)

distribution with respect to taxes, including ordinary course of business taxes and taxes, if any, incurred as a result of any failure of the distribution of all of our shares or the shares of Covidien to qualify as a tax-free distribution for U.S. federal income tax purposes within the meaning of Section 355 of the Internal Revenue Code (the "Code") or certain internal transactions undertaken in anticipation of the spin-offs to qualify for tax-favored treatment under the Code.

        Pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement, upon separation, we entered into certain guarantee commitments and indemnifications with Tyco International and Covidien. Under the Tax Sharing Agreement, we, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of certain contingent liabilities relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters of Tyco International. See Note 8 for additional information regarding the Tax Sharing Agreement.

        During fiscal 2007, the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") concluded its field examination of certain of Tyco International's U.S. federal income tax returns for the years 1997 through 2000 and issued Revenue Agent Reports that reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 1997 through 2000 period. Additionally, the IRS proposed civil fraud penalties against Tyco International arising from alleged actions of former executives in connection with certain intercompany transfers of stock in 1998 and 1999. The penalties were asserted against a prior subsidiary of Tyco International that was distributed to us in connection with the separation. Tyco International appealed certain of the proposed adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000, and Tyco International has now resolved all but one of the matters associated with the proposed tax adjustments, including reaching an agreement with the IRS on the penalty adjustment. In October 2012, the IRS issued special agreement Forms 870-AD, effectively settling its audit of all tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000, excluding one issue that remains in dispute as described below. As a result of these developments, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we recognized an income tax benefit of $331 million and other expense of $231 million pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International and Covidien.

        The disputed issue involves the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. The IRS has asserted that certain intercompany loans originating during the period 1997 through 2000 did not constitute debt for U.S. federal income tax purposes and has disallowed related interest deductions recognized on Tyco International's U.S. income tax returns during the period. Tyco International contends that the intercompany financing qualified as debt for U.S. tax purposes and that the interest deductions reflected on the income tax returns are appropriate. The IRS and Tyco International remain unable to resolve this matter through the IRS appeals process. We understand that Tyco International expects to receive statutory notices of deficiency from the IRS in our fiscal 2013. Upon receipt of these statutory notices, we expect that Tyco International will commence litigation of this matter with the IRS in U.S. federal court. Based upon relevant facts surrounding the intercompany debt transactions, relevant tax regulations, and applicable case law, we believe that we are adequately reserved for this matter. However, the ultimate outcome is uncertain and if the IRS were to prevail on its assertions, our share of the assessed tax, deficiency interest, and applicable withholding taxes and penalties could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we made payments of $35 million for tax deficiencies related to undisputed tax adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000. Tyco International's income tax returns for the years 2001 through 2004 remain subject to adjustment by the IRS upon ultimate resolution of the disputed issue involving certain intercompany loans originated during the period 1997

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9. Commitments and Contingencies (Continued)

through 2000. Over the next twelve months, we expect net cash receipts of approximately $12 million, inclusive of related indemnification receipts and payments, in connection with these pre-separation tax matters.

        The IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007 in fiscal 2011.

        During fiscal 2012, the IRS commenced its audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010.

        At December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, we have reflected $36 million and $71 million, respectively, of income tax liabilities related to the audits of Tyco International's and our income tax returns in accrued and other current liabilities as certain of these matters could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We continue to believe that the amounts recorded on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements relating to the matters discussed above are appropriate. However, the ultimate resolution is uncertain and could result in a material impact to our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

Environmental Matters

        We are involved in various stages of investigation and cleanup related to environmental remediation matters at a number of sites. The ultimate cost of site cleanup is difficult to predict given the uncertainties regarding the extent of the required cleanup, the interpretation of applicable laws and regulations, and alternative cleanup methods. As of December 28, 2012, we concluded that it was probable that we would incur remedial costs in the range of $13 million to $24 million. As of December 28, 2012, we concluded that the best estimate within this range is $14 million, of which $5 million is included in accrued and other current liabilities and $9 million is included in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. We believe that any potential payment of such estimated amounts will not have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

10. Financial Instruments

        We use derivative and non-derivative financial instruments to manage certain exposures to foreign currency, interest rate, investment, and commodity risks.

Foreign Exchange Risks

        As part of managing the exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, we utilize foreign currency forward and swap contracts, a portion of which are designated as cash flow hedges. The objective of these contracts is to minimize impacts to cash flows and profitability due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on intercompany transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other cash transactions.

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10. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        We expect that significantly all of the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income associated with the cash flow hedge-designated instruments addressing foreign exchange risks will be reclassified into the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations within the next twelve months.

Interest Rate and Investment Risk Management

        We issue debt, as needed, to fund our operations and capital requirements. Such borrowings can result in interest rate exposure. To manage the interest rate exposure, we use interest rate swaps to convert a portion of fixed-rate debt into variable-rate debt. We use forward starting interest rate swaps and options to enter into interest rate swaps ("swaptions") to manage interest rate exposure in periods prior to the anticipated issuance of fixed-rate debt. We also utilize investment swap contracts to manage earnings exposure on certain non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities.

Hedges of Net Investment

        We hedge our net investment in certain foreign operations using intercompany non-derivative financial instruments denominated in the same currencies. The aggregate notional value of these hedges was $2,437 million and $2,981 million at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, respectively. We reclassified foreign exchange gains of $2 million and $52 million during the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, respectively, to currency translation, a component of accumulated other comprehensive income, offsetting foreign exchange gains or losses attributable to the translation of the net investment.

Commodity Hedges

        As part of managing the exposure to certain commodity price fluctuations, we utilize commodity swap contracts designated as cash flow hedges. The objective of these contracts is to minimize impacts to cash flows and profitability due to changes in prices of commodities used in production.

        At December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, our commodity hedges had notional values of $268 million and $246 million, respectively. We expect that significantly all of the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income associated with the commodities hedges will be reclassified into the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations within the next twelve months.

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10. Financial Instruments (Continued)

Derivative Instrument Summary

        The fair value of our derivative instruments is summarized below:

        The effects of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

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10. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        The effects of derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

        The effects of derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

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10. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we incurred losses of $32 million as a result of marking foreign currency derivatives not designated as hedging instruments to fair value. These losses were principally driven by Euro-denominated foreign currency contracts entered into in anticipation of the acquisition of Deutsch and were offset by gains realized as a result of re-measuring certain Euro-denominated intercompany non-derivative financial instruments to the U.S. Dollar.

11. Fair Value Measurements

        Fair value measurements are classified under the following hierarchy:

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Level 2—Quoted prices in active markets for similar assets and liabilities, or other inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.



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Level 3—Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets and liabilities. This includes certain pricing models, discounted cash flows methodologies, and similar techniques that use significant unobservable inputs.

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11. Fair Value Measurements (Continued)

        Financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:

        There have been no changes in the valuation methodologies used for financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis during fiscal 2013.

        The majority of the derivatives that we enter into are valued using over-the-counter quoted market prices for similar instruments. We do not believe that the fair values of these derivative instruments differ materially from the amounts that would be realized upon settlement or maturity.

        As of December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, we did not have significant financial assets or liabilities that were measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis or non-financial assets or liabilities that were measured at fair value.

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11. Fair Value Measurements (Continued)

Other Financial Instruments

        Financial instruments other than derivative instruments include cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and long-term debt. These instruments are recorded on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at book value. For cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable and accounts payable, we believe book value approximates fair value due to the short-term nature of these instruments. See Note 7 for disclosure of the fair value of long-term debt. There have been no changes in the valuation methodologies used for other financial instruments during fiscal 2013.

12. Retirement Plans

        The net periodic pension benefit cost for all U.S. and non-U.S. defined benefit pension plans was as follows:

        The net periodic postretirement benefit cost for postretirement benefit plans was insignificant for the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011.

        We anticipate that, at a minimum, we will make the minimum required contributions to our pension plans in fiscal 2013 of $4 million for U.S. plans and $97 million for non-U.S. plans. During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, we contributed $1 million to our U.S. plans and $20 million to our non-U.S. plans.

        We anticipate that we will make contributions to our postretirement benefit plans of $2 million in fiscal 2013. During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, contributions to our postretirement benefit plans were insignificant.

13. Income Taxes

        We recorded an income tax benefit of $245 million and a tax provision of $88 million for the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, respectively. The benefit for the quarter ended December 28, 2012 reflects a $331 million income tax benefit related to the effective settlement of all undisputed tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000, partially offset by charges related to adjustments to prior year income tax returns and the estimated impacts of certain intercompany dividends. The provision for the quarter ended December 30, 2011 reflects income tax expense associated with certain non-U.S. tax rate changes enacted during the quarter.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

13. Income Taxes (Continued)

        We record accrued interest as well as penalties related to uncertain tax positions as part of the provision for income taxes. As of December 28, 2012, we had recorded $963 million of accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet, of which $944 million was recorded in income taxes and $19 million was recorded in accrued and other current liabilities. As of September 28, 2012, the balance of accrued interest and penalties was $1,335 million, of which $1,299 million was recorded in income taxes and $36 million was recorded in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. The decrease in the accrued interest and penalties from fiscal year end 2012 is due mainly to the effective settlement of all undisputed tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000. During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, we recognized $320 million of benefit related to interest and penalties on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.

        For tax years 1997 through 2004, Tyco International has resolved all matters, excluding one disputed issue related to the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. During fiscal 2011, the IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007. Also, during fiscal 2012, the IRS commenced its audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010. See Note 9 for additional information regarding the status of IRS examinations.

        Although it is difficult to predict the timing or results of our worldwide examinations, we estimate that up to approximately $75 million of unrecognized income tax benefits, excluding the impacts relating to accrued interest and penalties, could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We are not aware of any other matters that would result in significant changes to the amount of unrecognized income tax benefits reflected on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 28, 2012.

14. Other Income (Expense), Net

        During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, we recorded other expense of $226 million pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International and Covidien. See Note 8 for further information regarding the Tax Sharing Agreement. The expense in the quarter ended December 28, 2012 is primarily related to the effective settlement of all undisputed tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000. See Note 9 for additional information.

15. Earnings Per Share

        Basic earnings per share attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. is computed by dividing net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. by the basic weighted-average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per share attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. is computed by dividing net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding adjusted for potentially dilutive unexercised share options and non-vested restricted and

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

15. Earnings Per Share (Continued)

performance share awards ("Dilutive Share Awards"). The following table sets forth the denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations:

        Certain share options were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because the instruments' underlying exercise prices were greater than the average market prices of our common shares and inclusion would be antidilutive. Share options not included in the computation totaled 7 million and 16 million for the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, respectively.

16. Equity

Distribution to Shareholders

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we paid a $0.21 cash distribution to shareholders in the form of a capital reduction to the par value of our common shares. This capital reduction reduced the par value of our common shares from 0.97 Swiss Francs ("CHF") (equivalent to $0.86) to CHF 0.77 (equivalent to $0.65).

        Upon approval by the shareholders of a dividend payment or cash distribution in the form of a capital reduction, we record a liability with a corresponding charge to contributed surplus or common shares. At December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, the unpaid portion of the dividends and distributions recorded in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets totaled $88 million and $178 million, respectively.

Share Repurchase Program

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we repurchased approximately 5 million of our common shares for $178 million under our share repurchase authorization. During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we did not purchase any of our common shares. At December 28, 2012, we had $1,129 million of availability remaining under our share repurchase authorization.

17. Share Plans

        Total share-based compensation expense during the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012 totaled $21 million and $17 million, respectively. These expenses were primarily included in selling, general, and administrative expenses on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. As of December 28, 2012, there was $184 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to share-based awards. The cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.2 years.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

17. Share Plans (Continued)

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we granted 2.8 million share options, 1.5 million restricted share awards, and 0.3 million performance share awards as part of our annual incentive plan grant. The weighted-average grant date fair values for share options, restricted share awards, and performance share awards were $8.57, $34.05, and $34.05, respectively.

        Performance share awards, which are generally in the form of performance share units, are granted with pay-out subject to vesting requirements and certain performance conditions that are determined at the time of grant. Based on our performance, the pay-out of performance share units can range from 0% to 200% of the number of units originally granted. Certain employees who receive performance share awards also are granted an opportunity to earn additional performance shares subject to the attainment of additional performance criteria which are set at the time of grant. Attainment of the performance criteria will result in an additional pay-out of performance share units equal to 100% of the performance share units paid out under the original performance share award. The grant date fair value of performance share awards is expensed over the period of performance once achievement of the performance criteria is deemed probable. Recipients of performance share units have no voting rights but do receive dividend equivalents. Performance share awards generally vest after a period of three years as determined by the management development and compensation committee of the board of directors. There were no performance share awards outstanding at September 28, 2012.

        As of December 28, 2012, we had 22 million shares available for issuance under the TE Connectivity Ltd. 2007 Stock and Incentive Plan, as amended and restated, and 3 million shares available for issuance primarily under the TE Connectivity Ltd. 2010 Stock and Incentive Plan.

Share-Based Compensation Assumptions

        The weighted-average assumptions we used in the Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model for the options granted as part of our annual incentive plan grant were as follows:

18. Segment Data

        Effective for the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we reorganized our management and segments to better align the organization around our strategy. See Note 1 for additional information regarding our new segment structure.

        The following segment information reflects the new segment reporting structure. Prior period segment results have been restated to conform to the new segment structure.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

18. Segment Data (Continued)

        Net sales and operating income (loss) by segment were as follows:

        Segment assets and a reconciliation of segment assets to total assets were as follows:

19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A.

        TEGSA, a Luxembourg company and our 100%-owned subsidiary, is a holding company that owns, directly or indirectly, all of our operating subsidiaries. TEGSA is the obligor under our senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facility, which are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by its parent, TE Connectivity Ltd. The following tables present condensed consolidating financial information for TE Connectivity Ltd., TEGSA, and all other subsidiaries that are not providing a guarantee of debt but which represent assets of TEGSA, using the equity method of accounting.

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 28, 2012

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Operations (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet (UNAUDITED)
As of December 28, 2012

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet (UNAUDITED)
As of September 28, 2012

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 28, 2012

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19. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows (UNAUDITED)
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ITEM 2.    MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

        The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report. The following discussion may contain forward-looking statements that reflect our plans, estimates, and beliefs. Our actual results could differ materially from those discussed in these forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including but not limited to those under the heading "Forward-Looking Information" and "Part II. Item 1A. Risk Factors."

        Our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in United States Dollars, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP").

        Organic net sales growth and free cash flow are non-GAAP financial measures which are discussed in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures, together with GAAP financial measures, provide useful information to investors because they reflect the financial measures that management uses in evaluating the underlying results of our operations. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for more information about these non-GAAP financial measures, including our reasons for including the measures and material limitations with respect to the usefulness of the measures.

Overview

        TE Connectivity Ltd. ("TE Connectivity" or the "Company", which may be referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is a world leader in connectivity. We design and manufacture products at the heart of electronic connections for a broad array of industries including automotive, energy and industrial, broadband communications, consumer devices, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. We help our customers solve the need for more energy efficiency, always-on communications, and ever-increasing productivity.

        As discussed in Note 1 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, effective for the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we reorganized our management and segments to align the organization around our strategy. We now operate through four reportable segments: Transportation Solutions, Network Solutions, Industrial Solutions, and Consumer Solutions. Prior period segment results have been restated to conform to the new segment reporting structure.

        Our business and operating results have been and will continue to be affected by global economic conditions. Our sales are dependent on certain industry end markets that are impacted by consumer as well as industrial and infrastructure spending, and our operating results can be affected by changes in demand in those markets. Our net sales declined 1.1% overall and 4.4% on an organic basis in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012. On an organic basis, we experienced declines in our sales into industrial and infrastructure based markets, primarily as a result of weakness in the industrial and subsea communications end markets in our Industrial Solutions and Network Solutions segments, respectively. Also, on an organic basis, we experienced declines in our sales into consumer based markets, with decreases in both the Transportation Solutions and Consumer Solutions segments. The acquisition of Deutsch Group SAS ("Deutsch") in April 2012 benefited the automotive and aerospace, defense, and marine end markets in the Transportation Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments, respectively. Deutsch contributed net sales of $148 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013.

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Outlook

        Net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2013 are expected to be between $3.2 billion and $3.3 billion. Net sales declines in our Network Solutions and Consumer Solutions segments are expected to be offset by growth in the Transportation Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments resulting from the Deutsch acquisition. Deutsch's sales are expected to be approximately $175 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2013. Global automotive production in the second quarter of fiscal 2013 is expected to decrease approximately 4% relative to the second quarter of fiscal 2012. During the second quarter of fiscal 2013, we expect continued weakness in the industrial, data communications, telecom networks, and enterprise networks end markets. Also, we expect lower levels of project activity in the subsea communications end market. In the second quarter of fiscal 2013, we expect diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $0.50 to $0.54 per share.

        For fiscal 2013, we expect net sales to be between $13.3 billion and $13.7 billion, reflecting expected sales increases in the Transportation Solutions segment, and to a lesser degree, the Industrial Solutions and Consumer Solutions segments. The Transportation Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments will benefit from incremental Deutsch sales during the first half of fiscal 2013. We expect global automotive production in fiscal 2013 to be up slightly from fiscal 2012 levels. We expect continued weakness in the industrial, data communications, telecom networks, and enterprise networks end markets in fiscal 2013. For fiscal 2013, we expect diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $2.79 to $2.99 per share.

        The above outlook is based on foreign exchange rates and commodity prices that are consistent with current levels.

        We are monitoring the current economic environment and its potential effects on our customers and on the end markets we serve. Additionally, we continue to closely manage our costs in order to respond to changing conditions. We are also managing our capital resources and monitoring capital availability to ensure that we have sufficient resources to fund our future capital needs. (See further discussion in "Liquidity and Capital Resources.")

Restructuring

        We plan to continue to simplify our global manufacturing footprint by migrating facilities from higher-cost to lower-cost countries, consolidating within countries, and transferring product lines to lower-cost countries. These initiatives are designed to help us maintain our competitiveness in the industry, improve our operating leverage, and position us for profitability growth in the years ahead. In connection with these initiatives and in response to market conditions, we incurred net restructuring charges of approximately $92 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and expect to incur net restructuring charges of approximately $225 million during fiscal 2013. Cash spending related to restructuring was $23 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2013, and we expect total spending, which will be funded with cash from operations, to be approximately $180 million in fiscal 2013. Annualized cost savings related to these actions are expected to be approximately $85 million and are expected to be realized by the end of fiscal 2015. Cost savings will be reflected primarily in cost of sales and selling, general, and administrative expenses.

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Results of Operations

Consolidated Operations

        The following table sets forth certain items from our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and the percentage of net sales that such items represent for the periods shown.

        Our results of operations were influenced by the following key business factors during the periods discussed in this report:

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Raw material prices.  We expect to purchase approximately 164 million pounds of copper, 136,000 troy ounces of gold, and 2.6 million troy ounces of silver in fiscal 2013. Prices have increased in recent years and continue to fluctuate. The following table sets forth the average prices incurred related to copper, gold, and silver during the periods presented:

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Foreign exchange.  Approximately 54% of our net sales are invoiced in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar. Our results of operations are influenced by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Increases or decreases in the value of the U.S. Dollar, as compared to other currencies, will directly affect our reported results as we translate those currencies into U.S. Dollars at the end of each fiscal period.

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        Net Sales.    Net sales decreased $36 million, or 1.1%, to $3,134 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $3,170 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. On an organic basis, net sales decreased $141 million, or 4.4%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012 as a result of declines in the Network Solutions and Industrial Solutions segments, and to a lesser degree, the Consumer Solutions and Transportation Solutions segments. Deutsch, which was acquired on April 3, 2012, contributed net sales of $148 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013. Foreign currency exchange rates negatively affected net sales by $43 million, or 1.4%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012.

        The following table sets forth the percentage of our total net sales by geographic region:

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in our net sales by geographic region:

        The following table sets forth the percentage of our total net sales by segment:

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        The following table provides an analysis of the change in our net sales by segment:

        Gross Margin.    Gross margin increased $46 million to $989 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $943 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase in gross margin resulted primarily from the favorable impacts of manufacturing productivity gains partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of price erosion and product mix. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales increased to 31.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from 29.7% in the same period of fiscal 2012.

        Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses.    Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased $45 million to $428 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $383 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Additional selling, general, and administrative expenses of Deutsch were partially offset by expense reductions achieved through cost control measures. Selling, general, and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales were 13.7% and 12.1% in the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively.

        Acquisition and Integration Costs.    In connection with the acquisition of Deutsch, we incurred acquisition and integration costs of $5 million and $4 million during the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively.

        Restructuring and Other Charges, Net.    Net restructuring and other charges were $92 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to $18 million in the same period of fiscal 2012. During fiscal 2013, we initiated several restructuring programs associated with headcount reductions across all segments, and manufacturing site closures in the Consumer Solutions and Network Solutions segments. During fiscal 2012, we initiated several restructuring programs resulting in headcount reductions across all segments. Also, we initiated restructuring programs associated with the acquisition of Deutsch. See Note 2 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding net restructuring and other charges.

        Operating Income.    In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, operating income was $293 million as compared to $361 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. As discussed above, results for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 included $92 million of net restructuring and other charges and $5 million of acquisition and integration costs. Results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included $18 million of net restructuring and other charges and $4 million of acquisition costs. Excluding these items, operating income increased in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012.

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Non-Operating Items

Other Income (Expense), Net

        During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, we recorded other expense of $226 million pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International Ltd. ("Tyco International") and Covidien plc ("Covidien"). See Note 8 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further information regarding the Tax Sharing Agreement. The expense in the quarter ended December 28, 2012 is primarily related to the effective settlement of all undisputed tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000. See Note 9 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.

Income Taxes

        We recorded an income tax benefit of $245 million and a tax provision of $88 million for the quarters ended December 28, 2012 and December 30, 2011, respectively. The benefit for the quarter ended December 28, 2012 reflects a $331 million income tax benefit related to the effective settlement of all undisputed tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000, partially offset by charges related to adjustments to prior year income tax returns and the estimated impacts of certain intercompany dividends. The provision for the quarter ended December 30, 2011 reflects income tax expense associated with certain non-U.S. tax rate changes enacted during the quarter.

Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations, Net of Income Taxes

        Loss from discontinued operations was $2 million and income from discontinued operations was $22 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively.

        During fiscal 2012, we sold our Touch Solutions and TE Professional Services businesses. These businesses met the held for sale and discontinued operations criteria and were included in discontinued operations in fiscal 2012.

        On December 27, 2011, the New York Court of Claims entered judgment in our favor in the amount of $25 million, payment of which was received in fiscal 2012, in connection with our former Wireless Systems business's State of New York contract. This judgment resolved all outstanding issues between the parties in this matter. This partial recovery of a previously recognized loss, net of legal fees, is reflected in income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for the first quarter of fiscal 2012.

        See Note 3 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding discontinued operations.

Results of Operations by Segment

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        The following table provides an analysis of the change in the Transportation Solutions segment's net sales by primary industry end market⁽¹⁾:

        Net sales in our Transportation Solutions segment increased $33 million, or 2.7%, to $1,264 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $1,231 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Organic net sales decreased by $12 million, or 1.0%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The weakening of certain foreign currencies negatively affected net sales by $25 million, or 2.0%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012. Deutsch contributed net sales of $70 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013.

        In the automotive end market, our organic net sales decreased 1.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012. The decrease was due primarily to declines of 3.7% in the EMEA region and 2.8% in the Asia-Pacific region, partially offset by growth of 8.6% in the Americas region. In the EMEA region, declines resulted from decreased automotive production. In the Asia-Pacific region, increased demand in China was more than offset by declines in Japan. Growth in the Americas region was attributable to increased consumer demand.

        Operating income in our Transportation Solutions segment increased $8 million to $192 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $184 million the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 included $10 million of net restructuring and other charges and $3 million of acquisition and integration costs related to the acquisition of Deutsch. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included $2 million of acquisition costs and $1 million of net restructuring and other charges. Excluding these items, operating income increased in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase resulted primarily from lower material costs and manufacturing productivity gains partially offset by price erosion and unfavorable product mix.

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        The following table sets forth the Network Solutions segment's percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market⁽¹⁾:

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in the Network Solutions segment's net sales by primary industry end market:

        Net sales in our Network Solutions segment decreased $68 million, or 8.5%, to $734 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $802 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Organic net sales decreased $63 million, or 7.8%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The weakening of certain foreign currencies negatively affected net sales by $5 million, or 0.7%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012.

        In the telecom networks end market, our organic net sales decreased 5.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 due primarily to market weakness and decreased capital investments by customers, particularly in the Asia and EMEA regions. In the data communications end market, our organic net sales decreased 4.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as a result of a decline in demand from our customers in the server and wireless equipment markets. In the enterprise networks end market, our organic net sales decreased 7.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 with declines resulting primarily from market slowdowns in North America and the Asia-Pacific region. Organic net sales in the subsea communications end market decreased 17.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012 due to lower levels of project activity.

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, operating income in the Network Solutions segment decreased $23 million to $36 million from $59 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Segment results included net restructuring and other charges of $24 million and $6 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and

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2012, respectively. Excluding these items, operating income decreased in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The decrease was attributable to price erosion, unfavorable product mix, the unfavorable impact of lower volume, and increased materials costs, partially offset by manufacturing productivity gains.

Industrial Solutions

        The following table sets forth the Industrial Solutions segment's percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market⁽¹⁾:

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in the Industrial Solutions segment's net sales by primary industry end market:

        Net sales in our Industrial Solutions segment increased $15 million, or 2.2%, to $700 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $685 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Organic net sales decreased $55 million, or 8.0%, during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The weakening of certain foreign currencies negatively affected net sales by $8 million, or 1.2%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012. Deutsch contributed net sales of $78 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013.

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        In the industrial end market, our organic net sales decreased 13.4% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 due to continued market weakness across all regions, particularly in the Asia-Pacific and EMEA regions. In the aerospace, defense, and marine end market, our organic net sales decreased 3.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as a slowdown in defense spending was partially offset by increased production in the commercial aviation market and growth in the marine market resulting from increased oil and gas exploration. In the energy end market, our organic net sales decreased 3.3% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012 as a result of market declines in the Americas and EMEA regions.

        Operating income in the Industrial Solutions segment decreased $20 million to $70 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 from $90 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 included $12 million of net restructuring and other charges and $2 million of acquisition and integration costs related to the acquisition of Deutsch. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included $8 million of net restructuring and other charges and $2 million of acquisition costs. Excluding these items, operating income decreased in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2012. The decrease resulted from the unfavorable impacts of lower volume and, to a lesser degree, unfavorable materials costs and product mix, partially offset by manufacturing productivity gains.

Consumer Solutions

        The following table sets forth the Consumer Solutions segment's percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market⁽¹⁾:

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        The following table provides an analysis of the change in the Consumer Solutions segment's net sales by primary industry end market:

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net sales in our Consumer Solutions segment decreased $16 million, or 3.5%, to $436 million from $452 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Organic net sales decreased $11 million, or 2.4%, during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The weakening of certain foreign currencies negatively affected net sales by $5 million, or 1.1%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012.

        In the consumer devices end market, our organic net sales decreased 1.4% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 due to market weakness in the personal computer market, partially offset by increased demand in the mobile phone and tablet markets. In the appliance end market, our organic net sales decreased 4.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 due primarily to market share losses in the Asia-Pacific region partially offset by market growth in the Americas region.

        The Consumer Solutions segment had an operating loss of $5 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to income of $28 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. Segment results included net restructuring and other charges of $46 million and $3 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively. Excluding these items, operating income increased in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase resulted from manufacturing productivity gains partially offset by price erosion.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

        The following table summarizes our cash flow from operating, investing, and financing activities, as reflected on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows:

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or other sources of funding, as well as the capacity and terms of our financing arrangements. We believe that cash generated from operations and, to the extent necessary, these other sources of potential funding will be sufficient to meet our anticipated capital needs for the foreseeable future. We may use excess cash to reduce our outstanding debt, including through the possible repurchase of our debt in accordance with applicable law, to purchase a portion of our common shares pursuant to our authorized share repurchase program, to pay distributions or dividends on our common shares, or to acquire strategic businesses or product lines. The cost or availability of future funding may be impacted by financial market conditions. We will continue to monitor financial markets, to respond as necessary to changing conditions.

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net cash provided by continuing operating activities increased $198 million to $393 million from $195 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase resulted from improved working capital, partially offset by higher income taxes paid.

        The amount of income taxes paid, net of refunds, was $84 million and $53 million during the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively. Cash payments during the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012 included $35 million and $9 million, respectively, for tax deficiencies related to U.S. tax matters for the years 1997 through 2000. We expect net cash receipts related to pre-separation tax matters of approximately $12 million over the next twelve months. These amounts include payments in which we are the primary obligor to the taxing authorities and for which we expect a portion to be reimbursed by Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement, as well as indemnification receipts from and payments to Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement for tax matters where they are the primary obligor to the taxing authorities. See Note 9 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information related to pre-separation tax matters.

        In addition to net cash provided by operating activities, we use free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure, as a useful measure of our performance and ability to generate cash. Free cash flow was $304 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 as compared to $79 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase was primarily driven by improved working capital, partially offset by higher income taxes paid. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of net cash provided by continuing operating activities, the most comparable GAAP financial measure, to free cash flow.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, capital spending decreased $4 million to $126 million from $130 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. We expect fiscal 2013 capital spending levels to be approximately 4 to 5% of net sales. We believe our capital funding levels are adequate to support new programs and to invest in our manufacturing infrastructure to further enhance productivity and manufacturing capabilities.

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Cash Flows from Financing Activities and Capitalization

        Total debt at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012 was $3,038 million and $3,711 million, respectively. See Note 7 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding debt.

        Tyco Electronics Group S.A. ("TEGSA"), our 100%-owned subsidiary, has a five-year unsecured senior revolving credit facility ("Credit Facility"), with total commitments of $1,500 million. This facility expires in June 2016. TEGSA had no borrowings under the Credit Facility at December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012.

        The Credit Facility contains a financial ratio covenant providing that if, as of the last day of each fiscal quarter, our ratio of Consolidated Total Debt (as defined in the Credit Facility) to Consolidated EBITDA (as defined in the Credit Facility) for the then most recently concluded period of four consecutive fiscal quarters exceeds 3.5 to 1.0, an Event of Default (as defined in the Credit Facility) is triggered. The Credit Facility and our other debt agreements contain other customary covenants. None of our covenants are presently considered restrictive to our operations. As of December 28, 2012, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants and believe that we will continue to be in compliance with our existing covenants for the foreseeable future.

        In addition to the Credit Facility, TEGSA is the borrower under the outstanding senior notes and outstanding commercial paper. TEGSA's payment obligations under its senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facility are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by its parent, TE Connectivity Ltd. Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its subsidiaries provides a guarantee as to payment obligations under the 3.50% convertible subordinated notes due 2015 issued by ADC Telecommunication, Inc. prior to its acquisition in December 2010.

        Payment of common share dividends and cash distributions to shareholders were $89 million and $77 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively. During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we paid a $0.21 cash distribution to shareholders in the form of a capital reduction to the par value of our common shares. This capital reduction reduced the par value of our common shares from 0.97 Swiss Francs ("CHF") (equivalent to $0.86) to CHF 0.77 (equivalent to $0.65).

        In November 2012, our board of directors approved a recommendation to increase the quarterly dividend 19%, from $0.21 to $0.25 per share, for the four fiscal quarters beginning with the third quarter of fiscal 2013. This recommendation will be presented for shareholder approval at our annual general meeting of shareholders in March 2013.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we repurchased approximately 5 million of our common shares for $178 million under our share repurchase authorization. During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we did not purchase any of our common shares. At December 28, 2012, we had $1,129 million of availability remaining under our share repurchase authorization.

Backlog

        At December 28, 2012, we had a backlog of unfilled orders of $2,576 million compared to a backlog of $2,633 million at September 28, 2012. Backlog by reportable segment was as follows:

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Commitments and Contingencies

Income Tax Matters

        Effective June 29, 2007, we became the parent company of the former electronics businesses of Tyco International. On June 29, 2007, Tyco International distributed all of our shares, as well as its shares of its former healthcare businesses ("Covidien"), to its common shareholders (the "separation").

        In connection with the separation, we entered into a Tax Sharing Agreement that generally governs our, Covidien's, and Tyco International's respective rights, responsibilities, and obligations after the distribution with respect to taxes, including ordinary course of business taxes and taxes, if any, incurred as a result of any failure of the distribution of all of our shares or the shares of Covidien to qualify as a tax-free distribution for U.S. federal income tax purposes within the meaning of Section 355 of the Internal Revenue Code (the "Code") or certain internal transactions undertaken in anticipation of the spin-offs to qualify for tax-favored treatment under the Code.

        Pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement, upon separation, we entered into certain guarantee commitments and indemnifications with Tyco International and Covidien. Under the Tax Sharing Agreement, we, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of certain contingent liabilities relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters of Tyco International. See Note 8 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the Tax Sharing Agreement.

        During fiscal 2007, the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") concluded its field examination of certain of Tyco International's U.S. federal income tax returns for the years 1997 through 2000 and issued Revenue Agent Reports that reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 1997 through 2000 period. Additionally, the IRS proposed civil fraud penalties against Tyco International arising from alleged actions of former executives in connection with certain intercompany transfers of stock in 1998 and 1999. The penalties were asserted against a prior subsidiary of Tyco International that was distributed to us in connection with the separation. Tyco International appealed certain of the proposed adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000, and Tyco International has now resolved all but one of the matters associated with the proposed tax adjustments, including reaching an agreement with the IRS on the penalty adjustment. In October 2012, the IRS issued special agreement Forms 870-AD, effectively settling its audit of all tax matters for the period 1997 through 2000, excluding one issue that remains in dispute as described below. As a result of these developments, in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we recognized an income tax benefit of $331 million and other expense of $231 million pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International and Covidien.

        The disputed issue involves the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. The IRS has asserted that certain intercompany loans originating during the period 1997 through 2000 did not constitute debt for U.S. federal income tax purposes and has disallowed related interest deductions recognized on Tyco International's U.S. income tax returns during the period. Tyco International contends that the intercompany financing qualified as debt for U.S. tax purposes and that the interest deductions reflected on the income tax returns are appropriate. The IRS and Tyco International remain unable to resolve this matter through the IRS appeals process. We understand that Tyco International expects to receive statutory notices of deficiency from the IRS in our fiscal 2013. Upon receipt of these statutory notices, we expect that Tyco International will commence litigation of this matter with the IRS in U.S. federal court. Based upon relevant facts surrounding the intercompany debt transactions, relevant tax regulations, and applicable case law, we believe that we are adequately reserved for this matter. However, the ultimate outcome is uncertain and if the IRS were to prevail on its assertions, our share of the assessed tax, deficiency interest, and applicable withholding taxes and penalties could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

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        During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we made payments of $35 million for tax deficiencies related to undisputed tax adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000. Tyco International's income tax returns for the years 2001 through 2004 remain subject to adjustment by the IRS upon ultimate resolution of the disputed issue involving certain intercompany loans originated during the period 1997 through 2000. Over the next twelve months, we expect net cash receipts of approximately $12 million, inclusive of related indemnification receipts and payments, in connection with these pre-separation tax matters.

        The IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007 in fiscal 2011.

        During fiscal 2012, the IRS commenced its audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010.

        At December 28, 2012 and September 28, 2012, we have reflected $36 million and $71 million, respectively, of income tax liabilities related to the audits of Tyco International's and our income tax returns in accrued and other current liabilities as certain of these matters could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We continue to believe that the amounts recorded on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements relating to the matters discussed above are appropriate. However, the ultimate resolution is uncertain and could result in a material impact to our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

Legal Matters

        In the ordinary course of business, we are subject to various legal proceedings and claims, including patent infringement claims, product liability matters, employment disputes, disputes on agreements, other commercial disputes, environmental matters, antitrust claims, and tax matters, including non-income tax matters such as value added tax, sales and use tax, real estate tax, and transfer tax. Management believes that these legal proceedings and claims likely will be resolved over an extended period of time. Although it is not feasible to predict the outcome of these proceedings, based upon our experience, current information, and applicable law, we do not expect that the outcome of these proceedings, either individually or in the aggregate, will have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 28, 2012, we had a contingent purchase price commitment of $80 million related to our fiscal 2001 acquisition of Com-Net. This represents the maximum amount payable to the former shareholders of Com-Net only after the construction and installation of a communications system was completed for and approved by the State of Florida in accordance with guidelines set forth in the contract. Under the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, we do not believe we have any obligation to the sellers. However, the sellers have contested our position and initiated a lawsuit in June 2006 in the Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, which is in the discovery phase. A liability for this contingency has not been recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements as we do not believe that any payment is probable or reasonably estimable at this time.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

        Certain of our segments have guaranteed the performance of third parties and provided financial guarantees for uncompleted work and financial commitments. The terms of these guarantees vary with end dates ranging from fiscal 2013 through the completion of such transactions. The guarantees would be triggered in the event of nonperformance, and the potential exposure for nonperformance under the guarantees would not have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

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        In disposing of assets or businesses, we often provide representations, warranties, and/or indemnities to cover various risks including unknown damage to assets, environmental risks involved in the sale of real estate, liability for investigation and remediation of environmental contamination at waste disposal sites and manufacturing facilities, and unidentified tax liabilities and legal fees related to periods prior to disposition. We do not expect that these uncertainties will have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 28, 2012, we had outstanding letters of credit and letters of guarantee in the amount of $343 million.

        We have recorded liabilities for known indemnifications included as part of environmental liabilities. See Note 9 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of these liabilities.

        In the normal course of business, we are liable for contract completion and product performance. In the opinion of management, such obligations will not significantly affect our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        Pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement, upon separation, we entered into certain guarantee commitments and indemnifications with Tyco International and Covidien. Under the Tax Sharing Agreement, we, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of certain contingent liabilities relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters of Tyco International. The effect of the Tax Sharing Agreement is to indemnify us for 69% of certain liabilities settled in cash by us with respect to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. Pursuant to that indemnification, we have made similar indemnifications to Tyco International and Covidien with respect to 31% of certain liabilities settled in cash by the companies relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. If any of the companies responsible for all or a portion of such liabilities were to default in its payment of costs or expenses related to any such liability, we would be responsible for a portion of the defaulting party or parties' obligation. These arrangements have been valued upon our separation from Tyco International in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 460, Guarantees, and, accordingly, liabilities amounting to $241 million were recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 28, 2012. See Notes 8 and 9 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

        The preparation of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses.

        Our accounting policies for revenue recognition, goodwill and other intangible assets, income taxes, pension and postretirement benefits, acquisitions, and contingent liabilities are based on, among other things, judgments and assumptions made by management. During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, there were no significant changes to these policies or to the underlying accounting assumptions and estimates used in these policies from those disclosed in the Consolidated Financial Statements and accompanying notes contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Organic Net Sales Growth

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measure) consists of the impact from foreign currency exchange rates, acquisitions, and divestitures. Organic net sales growth is a useful measure of the underlying results and trends in our business. It excludes items that are not completely under management's control, such as the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates, and items that do not reflect the underlying growth of the company, such as acquisition and divestiture activity.

        We believe organic net sales growth provides useful information to investors because it reflects the underlying growth from the ongoing activities of our business. Furthermore, it provides investors with a view of our operations from management's perspective. We use organic net sales growth to monitor and evaluate performance, as it is an important measure of the underlying results of our operations. Management uses organic net sales growth together with GAAP measures such as net sales growth and operating income in its decision making processes related to the operations of our reporting segments and our overall company. We believe that investors benefit from having access to the same financial measures that management uses in evaluating operations. The discussion and analysis of organic net sales growth in Results of Operations above utilizes organic net sales growth as management does internally. Because organic net sales growth calculations may vary among other companies, organic net sales growth amounts presented above may not be comparable with similarly titled measures of other companies. Organic net sales growth is a non-GAAP financial measure that is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP measures. The primary limitation of this measure is that it excludes items that have an impact on our net sales. This limitation is best addressed by evaluating organic net sales growth in combination with our GAAP net sales. The tables presented in Results of Operations above provide reconciliations of organic net sales growth to net sales growth calculated under GAAP.

Free Cash Flow

        Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure. The difference between net cash provided by continuing operating activities (the most comparable GAAP measure) and free cash flow (the non-GAAP measure) consists mainly of significant cash outflows and inflows that we believe are useful to identify. Free cash flow is a useful measure of our performance and ability to generate cash. It also is a significant component in our incentive compensation plans. We believe free cash flow provides useful information to investors as it provides insight into the primary cash flow metric used by management to monitor and evaluate cash flows generated from our operations.

        Free cash flow excludes net capital expenditures, voluntary pension contributions, and the cash impact of special items. Net capital expenditures are subtracted because they represent long-term commitments. Voluntary pension contributions are subtracted from the GAAP measure because this activity is driven by economic financing decisions rather than operating activity. Certain special items, including net payments related to pre-separation tax matters, are also considered by management in evaluating free cash flow. We believe investors should also consider these items in evaluating our free cash flow.

        Free cash flow as presented herein may not be comparable to similarly-titled measures reported by other companies. The primary limitation of this measure is that it excludes items that have an impact on our GAAP cash flow. Also, it subtracts certain cash items that are ultimately within management's and the board of directors' discretion to direct and may imply that there is less or more cash available for our programs than the most comparable GAAP measure indicates. This limitation is best addressed by using free cash flow in combination with the GAAP cash flow results. It should not be inferred that the entire free cash flow amount is available for future discretionary expenditures, as our definition of free cash flow does not consider certain non-discretionary expenditures, such as debt payments. In addition, we may have other discretionary expenditures, such as discretionary dividends, share repurchases, and business acquisitions, that are not considered in the calculation of free cash flow.

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        The tables presented in Liquidity and Capital Resources above provide reconciliations of free cash flow to cash flows from continuing operating activities calculated under GAAP.

Forward-Looking Information

        Certain statements in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on our management's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to our management. Forward-looking statements include, among others, the information concerning our possible or assumed future results of operations, business strategies, financing plans, competitive position, potential growth opportunities, potential operating performance improvements, acquisitions, the effects of competition, and the effects of future legislation or regulations. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts and can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as the words "believe," "expect," "plan," "intend," "anticipate," "estimate," "predict," "potential," "continue," "may," "should," or the negative of these terms or similar expressions.

        Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. We do not have any intention or obligation to update forward-looking statements after we file this report except as required by law.

        The following and other risks, which are described in greater detail in "Part I. Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012, could also cause our results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements:

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Conditions in the global or regional economies and global capital markets, and cyclical industry conditions;



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Conditions affecting demand for products in the industries we serve, particularly the automotive industry and the telecommunications, computer, and consumer electronics industries;



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Competition and pricing pressure;



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Market acceptance of new product introductions and product innovations and product life cycles;



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Raw material availability, quality, and cost;



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Fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates;



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Ability to achieve cost savings from restructurings;



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Financial condition and consolidation of customers and vendors;



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Reliance on third-party suppliers;



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Our ability to attract and retain highly qualified personnel;



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Risks associated with our acquisition of Deutsch;



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Risks associated with future acquisitions and divestitures;



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Global risks of business interruptions such as natural disasters and political, economic, and military instability;



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Risks related to compliance with current and future environmental and other laws and regulations;



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Our ability to protect our intellectual property rights;

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Risks of litigation;



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Our ability to operate within the limitations imposed by our debt instruments;



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Risks relating to our separation on June 29, 2007 from Tyco International Ltd.;



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The possible effects on us of various U.S. and non-U.S. legislative proposals and other initiatives that, if adopted, could materially increase our worldwide corporate effective tax rate and negatively impact our U.S. government contracts business;



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Various risks associated with being a Swiss corporation;



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The impact of fluctuations in the market price of our shares; and



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The impact of certain provisions of our articles of association on unsolicited takeover proposals.

        There may be other risks and uncertainties that we are unable to predict at this time or that we currently do not expect to have a material adverse effect on our business.

ITEM 3.    QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

        There have been no significant changes in our exposures to market risk during the first quarter of fiscal 2013. For further discussion of our exposures to market risk, refer to "Part II. Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012.

ITEM 4.    CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

        Our management, with the participation of our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act")), as of December 28, 2012. Based on that evaluation, our chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 28, 2012.

Deutsch Acquisition

        We acquired Deutsch on April 3, 2012. We excluded the Deutsch operations from the scope of our annual assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting for the year ending September 28, 2012 in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission guidance regarding the reporting of internal control over financial reporting in connection with a recent acquisition. Such guidance permits management to omit an assessment of an acquired business' internal control over financial reporting from management's assessment of internal control over financial reporting for a period not to exceed one year. We are in the process of integrating the Deutsch operations within our internal control structure.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

        During the quarter ended December 28, 2012, there were no changes in 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

        There have been no material developments in our legal proceedings since we filed our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012. For a description of our previously reported legal proceedings, refer to "Part I. Item 3. Legal Proceedings" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012.

ITEM 1A.    RISK FACTORS

        There have been no material changes in our risk factors from those disclosed in "Part I. Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012. The risk factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, in addition to other information set forth in this report, could materially affect our business operations, financial condition, or liquidity. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently believe are immaterial also may impair our business operations, financial condition, and liquidity.

ITEM 2.    UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

        None.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

        The following table presents information about our purchases of our common shares during the quarter ended December 28, 2012:

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ITEM 6.   EXHIBITS

        Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its consolidated subsidiaries has outstanding any instrument with respect to its long-term debt, other than those filed as an exhibit to TE Connectivity Ltd.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 28, 2012, under which the total amount of securities authorized exceeds 10% of the total assets of TE Connectivity Ltd. and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis. TE Connectivity Ltd. hereby agrees to furnish to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, a copy of each instrument that defines the rights of holders of such long-term debt that is not filed or incorporated by reference as an exhibit to our annual and quarterly reports.

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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.

Date: January 25, 2013

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