EuroDry Ltd. was formed on January 8, 2018 under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands to consolidate the drybulk fleet of Euroseas Ltd. into a separate listed public company. EuroDry was spun-off from Euroseas Ltd. on May 30, 2018; it trades on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker EDRY. EuroDry operates in the dry cargo, drybulk shipping market. EuroDry’s operations are managed by Eurobulk Ltd., an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified affiliated ship management company and Eurobulk (Far East) Ltd. Inc., which are responsible for the day- to-day commercial and technical management and operations of the vessels. EuroDry employs its vessels on spot and period charters and under pool agreements.
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Shipping rates weren’t as bad as expected. The average TCE rate for the 2023-3Q was $12,126 down 37% but better than our forecast. Operating costs declined relative to last year with the sale of an older vessel. Costs will rise in future quarters with the addition of three ships. Financing costs rose due to higher interest rates. The company will add $30 million in debt as part of the ship acquisition, financing and additional $18 million from cash on hand. With shipping rates above expectations and operating costs below expectations, EBITDA and earnings surpassed our estimates.
What’s did we learn this quarter: EuroDry repurchased approximately 52,000 shares during the quarter at an an average price of $14.43. Several ships were rechartered at favorable rates, most notably the Alexadros P ($24,500 for the December quarter versus $9,450 in the September quarter). Management believes its recent partnership arrangement establishes the company as an investment partner amongst private investors. The implication is that future such arrangements are likely. Management estimates a net asset value of $51.47, significantly above the current stock price of approximately $15 per share. The company will continue replacing older vessels with new vessels. It would like to see the market improve over the next few years before selling older vessels.
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CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenges in flexible, cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, a network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration to help address America’s recidivism crisis, and government real estate solutions. We are the nation’s largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by government agencies in the United States. We have been a flexible and dependable partner for government for nearly 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.
Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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ICE Pops Still Increasing. ICE detainee population grew to 36,845 at the end of the Federal government fiscal year, up from 35,289 in the prior week and press reports indicate the current population is closer to 40,000. CoreCivic ICE pops grew from 8,200 at the end of July, to 8,900 at the end of August, to 10,300 at the end of September and were up to 11,800 on Monday.
Positive Impact. The increasing ICE populations, if maintained, will benefit operating results to a greater extent in 4Q than they did in 3Q as many of CoreCivic’s ICE facilities reached the minimum guarantee level by the end of the third quarter. This should result in greater revenue and margin dollar growth for the Safety segment in 4Q23.
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The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE: GEO) is a leading diversified government service provider, specializing in design, financing, development, and support services for secure facilities, processing centers, and community reentry centers in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. GEO’s diversified services include enhanced in-custody rehabilitation and post-release support through the award-winning GEO Continuum of Care®, secure transportation, electronic monitoring, community-based programs, and correctional health and mental health care. GEO’s worldwide operations include the ownership and/or delivery of support services for 103 facilities totaling approximately 83,000 beds, including idle facilities and projects under development, with a workforce of up to approximately 18,000 employees.
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3Q23 Results. Revenue for the quarter came in at $602.8 million, compared to $616.7 million a year ago. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $118.7 million, EPS was $0.16, and adjusted EPS $0.19. In the year ago period, GEO reported $136.2 million, $0.26, and $0.33, respectively. We had forecast $595 million, $125.6 million, $0.21, and $0.21, respectively.
Overcoming ISAP. Population declines under the ISAP program continue to be a headwind, with segment revenue $42.6 million y-o-y. Secure Services revenue was off modestly, while Reentry Services, Managed Only, and Non-residential Services all saw nice increases in revenue.
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Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 131-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
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Results. Great Lakes reported total revenue of $117.2 million, a decrease from $158.4 million the prior year and below our estimate of $137 million. Gross margin was 7.7% compared to 2.4%, but lower than our projection of 8.8%. Net loss was at $6.2 million, or $0.09 per diluted share compared to $9.9 million last year, or $0.15. We projected a net loss of $6 million, or $0.09 per share. Adjusted EBTIDA totaled $5.3 million versus $1.3 million in the previous year.
Backlog. Great Lakes ended the quarter record backlog of $1.03 billion, up from $327.1 million at 1Q23, not including approximately $50.0 million of performance obligations related to offshore wind contracts. In addition, the Company ended the quarter with $225 million in low bids and options pending award. Significantly, 71% of backlog was capital projects work, which will help drive margins higher going forward.
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For more than 70 years, Vectrus has provided critical mission support for our customers’ toughest operational challenges. As a high-performing organization with exceptional talent, deep domain knowledge, a history of long-term customer relationships, and groundbreaking technical expertise, we deliver innovative, mission-matched solutions for our military and government customers worldwide. Whether it’s base operations support, supply chain and logistics, IT mission support, engineering and digital integration, security, or maintenance, repair and overhaul, our customers count on us for on-target solutions that increase efficiency, reduce costs, improve readiness, and strengthen national security. Vectrus is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., and includes about 8,100 employees spanning 205 locations in 28 countries. In 2021, Vectrus generated sales of $1.8 billion. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.vectrus.com or connect with Vectrus on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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3Q23 Results. Record revenue of $1.0 billion was up 4.5% y-o-y, and above our $965 million forecast. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $64.7 million, versus $79 million in 3Q22 and our $64 million estimate. Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.73 compared to $1.33 last year and our $0.90 estimate.
Some Headwinds. 3Q23 results were impacted by a couple items, including contract mix and performance on certain integrated electronic security programs. In addition, the strong 2Q23 benefitted from the pull forward of some business that was expected to occur in the just completed quarter.
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CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenges in flexible, cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, a network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration to help address America’s recidivism crisis, and government real estate solutions. We are the nation’s largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by government agencies in the United States. We have been a flexible and dependable partner for government for nearly 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.
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3Q Results. Revenue totaled $483.7 million, up 4.2% year-over-year and up 4.3% sequentially, driven by higher populations and increased per diems. Net income was $13.9 million, or $0.12/sh versus $68.3 million, or $0.58 per share last year. Adjusted EPS was $0.14 for 3Q23 versus $0.08 for 3Q22. Adjusted EBITDA was $75.2 million, up from $68.4 million last year.
ICE Populations. Since the ending of Title 42 on May 11th, overall ICE populations are up 66% through the end of September. CoreCivic ICE populations are up by 4,729, or 84% over the same time frame. We believe this has been driven by management’s foresight in adding staff in anticipation of higher population levels. Reportedly, ICE populations have continued to rise.
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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. Kratos is changing the way breakthrough technologies for these industries are rapidly brought to market through proven commercial and venture capital backed approaches, including proactive research, and streamlined development processes. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we specialize in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training and combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information go to www.kratosdefense.com.
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3Q23 Results. Partially helped by one extra week, third quarter results came in above expectations. Revenue totaled $274.6 million, up 20.1% y-o-y. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $27.7 million, up from $20 million in 3Q22. GAAP EPS loss was $0.01 and adjusted EPS was $0.12, compared to a EPS loss of $0.06 and adjusted EPS of $0.08, respectively, a year ago. We had forecasted $250 million, $20.5 million, breakeven, and $0.09, respectively.
Organic Growth Again the Driver. Kratos generated 20.1% overall organic growth in the quarter. The Government Solutions Segment saw overall revenue increase 22% organically to $217.9 million. The Unmanned Systems segment saw 13.4% organic revenue growth, with revenue of $56.7 million.
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Eagle Bulk Shipping Inc. (“Eagle”) is a US-based drybulk owner-operator focused on the Supramax/Ultramax mid-size asset class, which ranges from 50,000 and 65,000 deadweight tons in size; these vessels are equipped with onboard cranes allowing for the self-loading and unloading of cargoes, a feature which distinguishes them from the larger classes of drybulk vessels and provides for greatly enhanced flexibility and versatility- both with respect to cargo diversity and port accessibility. The Company transports a broad range of major and minor bulk cargoes around the world, including coal, grain, ore, pet coke, cement, and fertilizer. Eagle operates out of three offices, Stamford (headquarters), Singapore, and Hamburg, and performs all aspects of vessel management in-house including: commercial, operational, technical, and strategic.
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Eagle Bulk Shipping 2023-3Q revenues and earnings were in line with recently updated projections. Eagle reported an average TCE rate of $11,482/day down from $14,367/day in the previous quarter. Eagle continues to command a premium to index rates due to its fleet of newer, scrubber-installed ships.
Management indicated it locked in 68% of 2023-4Q shipping days at a favorable rate of $15,655/day. Guidance for costs per day were largely unchanged from the recently reported quarter. The upcoming jump in TCE rates should result in an improvement in cash flow. Management indicated it will likely use free cash flow to pay down debt. The company fixed additional debt with swaps during the quarter and now estimates that 75% of its debt has been fixed at a rate of 5.2%.
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Kelly (Nasdaq: KELYA, KELYB) connects talented people to companies in need of their skills in areas including Science, Engineering, Education, Office, Contact Center, Light Industrial, and more. We’re always thinking about what’s next in the evolving world of work, and we help people ditch the script on old ways of thinking and embrace the value of all workstyles in the workplace. We directly employ nearly 350,000 people around the world and connect thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners in our outsourcing and consulting practice. Revenue in 2021 was $4.9 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and let us help with what’s next for you.
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Selling A Piece. Kelly Services is selling its European Staffing Business to Gi Group Holdings S.P.A. The sale is for cash consideration of €100 million (about $106 million at current exchange rates) with a €30 million earnout based on a multiple of adjusted 2023 EBITDA and payable in 2Q24. The transaction is expected to close in 1Q24.
But Not All. The deal includes Kelly’s European Staffing business across 14 European countries. Notably, Kelly will maintain its global footprint and continue to provide higher margin, higher growth potential MSP, RPO, and FSP solutions to customers in the EMEA region through KellyOCG. As a leading global vendor-neutral provider of talent supply chain strategies and workforce solutions, KellyOCG leverages a network of 3,000 suppliers – including Gi – spanning 140 countries to connect customers across North America, Asia Pacific, and EMEA with top talent.
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EPS of $0.22, up 100% year-over-year Adjusted EBITDA of $16.6 million, up 16.1% year-over-year Our strategy continues to favorably impact our results as Electrical Systems revenues were up 16.8% year-over-year
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CVG (NASDAQ: CVGI), a diversified industrial products and services company, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
Third Quarter 2023Highlights(Compared with prior year, where comparisons are noted)
Revenues of $246.7 million, down 1.9% due primarily to higher revenue in the prior year as a result of a COVID backlog in Asia-Pacific which offset an increase in revenue in Electrical Systems in 2023.
Operating income of $12.4 million, up 30.5%; adjusted operating income of $12.5 million, up 17.9%. Improved operating income was driven primarily by improved pricing and cost management, partially offset by volume decreases.
Net income and adjusted net income were both $7.3 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to net income of $3.6 million, or $0.11 per diluted share and adjusted net income of $5.1 million, or $0.15 per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA of $16.6 million, up 16.1% with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 6.7%, up from 5.7%.
New business wins year-to-date are expected to be approximately $140 million when fully ramped. The majority of the new business awards continue to be in the Electrical Systems segment.
Strong free cash flow and debt pay down reduced our leverage ratio down to 1.5x from 2.7x.
Robert Griffin, Chairman of the Board and Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “CVG continues to execute on its strategic long-term plan, which again delivered year-over-year bottom line improvements in the quarter. Electrical Systems remains a key growth area for the Company, as evidenced by the strong revenue growth compared to last year and the successful start-up at our new Electrical Systems facilities in Aldama, Mexico, and Tangier, Morocco, which has gone very well. As always, I would like to thank our global CVG teams for their hard work, dedication, and commitment as we continue to execute our strategic goals.”
Andy Cheung, Chief Financial Officer, added, “CVG continued executing on our strategy, delivering strong year-over-year improvements in profitability during the quarter. Despite the strong performance, revenues declined slightly year-over-year against a tough comparable base year in 2022, when our Asia-Pacific business benefited from a post-COVID increase in backlogged sales orders. We also had improved earnings and generated strong free cash flow of $12.5 million during the quarter, further strengthening our financial foundation, and reduced our leverage to 1.5x from 2.7x in the third quarter last year.”
“Going forward, we remain committed to driving strong free cash flow, paying down debt, and investing to support our growing, diverse portfolio of businesses.”
Third Quarter Financial Results (amounts in millions except per share data and percentages)
ThirdQuarter
2023
2022
$ Change
% Change
Revenues
$
246.7
$
251.4
$
(4.7
)
(1.9)%
Gross profit
$
33.9
$
26.8
$
7.1
26.5%
Gross margin
13.7
%
10.7
%
Adjusted gross profit 1
$
34.0
$
27.4
$
6.6
24.1%
Adjusted gross margin 1
13.8
%
10.9
%
Operating income
$
12.4
$
9.5
$
2.9
30.5%
Operating margin
5.0
%
3.8
%
Adjusted operating income 1
$
12.5
$
10.6
$
1.9
17.9%
Adjusted operating margin 1
5.1
%
4.2
%
Net income
$
7.3
$
3.6
$
3.7
102.8%
Adjusted net income 1
$
7.3
$
5.1
$
2.2
43.1%
Earnings per share, diluted
$
0.22
$
0.11
$
0.11
100.0%
Adjusted earnings per share, diluted 1
$
0.22
$
0.15
$
0.07
46.7%
Adjusted EBITDA 1
$
16.6
$
14.3
$
2.3
16.1%
Adjusted EBITDA margin 1
6.7
%
5.7
%
1 See Appendix A for GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliation
Consolidated Results
Third Quarter 2023 Results
Third quarter 2023 revenues were $246.7 million, compared to $251.4 million in the prior year period, a decrease of 1.9%. The overall decrease in revenues was due to higher revenue in the prior year as a result of a COVID backlog in Asia-Pacific. Foreign currency translation also favorably impacted third quarter 2023 revenues by $2.0 million, or 0.8%.
Operating income in the third quarter 2023 was $12.4 million compared to $9.5 million in the prior year period. The increase in operating income was attributable to improved pricing and cost management, partially offset by volume decreases. Third quarter 2023 adjusted operating income was $12.5 million, excluding special charges.
Interest associated with debt and other expenses was $2.6 million and $2.8 million for the third quarter 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Net income was $7.3 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, for the third quarter 2023 compared to net income of $3.6 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, in the prior year period.
On September 30, 2023, the Company had $5.0 million of outstanding borrowings on its U.S. revolving credit facility and $4.1 million outstanding on its China credit facility, $46.3 million of cash and $152.0 million of availability from the credit facilities, resulting in total liquidity of $198.3 million.
Third Quarter 2023 Segment Results
Vehicle Solutions Segment
Revenues were $145.4 million compared to $154.0 million for the prior year period, a decrease of 5.6%, due to higher revenue in the prior year as a result of a COVID backlog in Asia-Pacific.
Operating income was $10.9 million, compared to $9.6 million in the prior year period, an increase of 14.0%, primarily attributable to price increases, material and freight cost reduction improvements, partially offset by volume decreases.
Electrical Systems Segment
Revenues were $53.9 million compared to $46.1 million in the prior year period, an increase of 16.8%, primarily resulting from increased sales volume, pricing and favorable foreign exchange.
Operating income was $5.9 million compared to $5.2 million in the prior year period, an increase of 13.7%. The increase in operating income was primarily attributable to increased sales volume and pricing, partially offset by startup costs related to new facilities.
Aftermarket & Accessories Segment
Revenues were $34.4 million compared to $37.1 million in the prior year period, a decrease of 7.4%, primarily resulting from decreased sales volume.
Operating income was $4.5 million compared to $5.0 million in the prior year period, a decrease of 9.1%. The decrease in operating income was primarily attributable to cost inflation, partially offset by increased pricing.
Industrial Automation Segment
Revenues were $13.0 million compared to $14.1 million in the prior year period, a decrease of 7.8%, primarily due to lower sales volume due to decreased customer demand.
Operating income was $0.7 million compared to an operating loss of $1.0 million in the prior year period. The increase in operating income was primarily attributable to profit reported from the liquidation of certain excess inventories. Adjusted operating income was $0.8 million.
2023 Demand Outlook
According to ACT Research, the 2023 North American Class 8 truck production levels are expected to be at 336,000 units, compared to approximately 315,000 units in 2022. Class 8 estimates from FTR for 2023 are 327,000 units, slightly lower than ACT Research for Class 8 truck builds. Class 5-7 production levels are expected to be at 266,000 units in 2023. The 2024 forecast Class 8 truck builds according to ACT Research is approximately 274,000 units.
According to Transparency Market Research Inc, the global commercial and automotive vehicle wire harness market is growing at approximately 5% per year.
According to Interact Analysis, the Global Off-Highway vehicle market is expected to increase approximately 5% in 2023. Beyond 2023, the Off-Highway vehicle market is expected to grow in the 4-5% range.
According to MacKay and Company, North American aftermarket truck parts are expected to see at least 4% growth in 2023. Compounded annual growth of at least 4% is forecasted for 2023-2027.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation
A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures referenced in this release is included as Appendix A to this release.
Conference Call
A conference call to discuss this press release is scheduled for Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Management intends to reference the Q3 2023 Earnings Call Presentation during the conference call. To participate, dial (888) 259-6580 using conference code 93330617. International participants dial (416) 764-8624 using conference code 93330617.
This call is being webcast and can be accessed through the “Investors” section of CVG’s website at ir.cvgrp.com, where it will be archived for one year.
A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available for a period of two weeks following the call. To access the replay, dial (877) 674-7070 using access code 051647 and international callers can dial (416) 764-8692 using access code 051647.
Company Contact Andy Cheung Chief Financial Officer CVG IR@cvgrp.com
Investor Relations Contact Ross Collins or Stephen Poe Alpha IR Group CVGI@alpha-ir.com
About CVG
At CVG, we deliver real solutions to complex design, engineering and manufacturing problems while creating positive change for our customers, industries and communities we serve. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These statements often include words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “project”, “continue”, “likely”, and similar expressions. In particular, this press release may contain forward-looking statements about the Company’s expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results, the future of the Company’s end markets, changes in the Class 8 and Class 5-7 North America truck build rates, performance of the global construction equipment business, the Company’s prospects in the wire harness, warehouse automation and electric vehicle markets, the Company’s initiatives to address customer needs, organic growth, the Company’s strategic plans and plans to focus on certain segments, competition faced by the Company, volatility in and disruption to the global economic environment and the Company’s financial position or other financial information. These statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in light of its experience as well as its perspective on historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results because of certain risks and uncertainties, including those included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. There can be no assurance that statements made in this press release relating to future events will be achieved. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on behalf of the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by such cautionary statements.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS Three Months and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 (Unaudited) (Amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Revenues
$
246,687
$
251,412
$
771,590
$
746,635
Cost of revenues
212,763
224,570
664,056
672,531
Gross profit
33,924
26,842
107,534
74,104
Selling, general and administrative expenses
21,476
17,304
64,498
49,955
Operating income
12,448
9,538
43,036
24,149
Other expense
383
1,924
488
2,798
Interest expense
2,614
2,813
8,308
6,892
Loss on extinguishment of debt
—
—
—
921
Income before provision for income taxes
9,451
4,801
34,240
13,538
Provision for income taxes
2,161
1,250
8,110
3,520
Net income
$
7,290
$
3,551
$
26,130
$
10,018
Earnings per Common Share:
Basic
$
0.22
$
0.11
$
0.79
$
0.30
Diluted
$
0.22
$
0.11
$
0.78
$
0.30
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic
33,100
32,460
33,010
32,950
Diluted
33,350
32,922
33,408
33,645
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) (Amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)
ASSETS
September 30, 2023
December 31, 2022
Current assets:
Cash
$
46,293
$
31,825
Accounts receivable, net
159,863
152,626
Inventories
128,192
142,542
Other current assets
29,892
12,582
Total current assets
364,240
339,575
Property, plant and equipment, net
71,554
67,805
Intangible assets, net
12,041
14,620
Deferred income taxes
11,181
12,275
Other assets, net
37,026
35,993
Total assets
$
496,042
$
470,268
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$
105,110
$
122,091
Accrued liabilities and other
52,999
42,809
Current portion of long-term debt and short-term debt
18,331
10,938
Total current liabilities
176,440
175,838
Long-term debt
135,573
141,499
Pension and other post-retirement benefits
9,325
8,428
Other long-term liabilities
28,150
24,463
Total liabilities
$
349,488
$
350,228
Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock
$
—
$
—
Common stock
330
328
Treasury stock
(15,322
)
(14,514
)
Additional paid-in capital
263,641
261,371
Retained deficit
(69,465
)
(95,595
)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(32,630
)
(31,550
)
Total stockholders’ equity
146,554
120,040
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
496,042
$
470,268
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES BUSINESS SEGMENT FINANCIAL INFORMATION (Unaudited) (Amounts in thousands)
Three Months Ended September 30,
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
Revenues
$
145,393
$
154,024
$
53,862
$
46,129
$
34,412
$
37,143
$
13,020
$
14,116
$
—
$
—
$
246,687
$
251,412
Gross profit
17,661
13,839
7,881
6,210
6,605
6,389
1,777
404
—
—
33,924
26,842
Selling, general & administrative expenses
6,761
4,279
2,018
1,055
2,104
1,436
1,087
1,371
9,506
9,163
21,476
17,304
Operating income (loss)
$
10,900
$
9,560
$
5,863
$
5,155
$
4,501
$
4,953
$
690
$
(967
)
$
(9,506
)
$
(9,163
)
$
12,448
$
9,538
Nine Months Ended September 30,
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
2023
2022
Revenues
$
458,707
$
436,966
$
172,236
$
133,350
$
108,870
$
99,530
$
31,777
$
76,789
$
—
$
—
$
771,590
$
746,635
Gross profit
58,035
35,657
26,524
16,857
21,620
13,341
1,355
8,249
—
—
107,534
74,104
Selling, general & administrative expenses
19,609
18,269
6,932
3,998
6,017
4,636
3,588
4,242
28,352
18,810
64,498
49,955
Operating income (loss)
$
38,426
$
17,388
$
19,592
$
12,859
$
15,603
$
8,705
$
(2,233
)
$
4,007
$
(28,352
)
$
(18,810
)
$
43,036
$
24,149
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Appendix A: Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Amounts in thousands, except per share amounts and percentages)
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Gross profit
$
33,924
$
26,842
$
107,534
$
74,104
Restructuring
70
607
1,443
2,958
Adjusted gross profit
$
33,994
$
27,449
$
108,977
$
77,062
% of revenues
13.8
%
10.9
%
14.1
%
10.3
%
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Operating income (loss)
$
12,448
$
9,538
$
43,036
$
24,149
Restructuring
70
647
1,501
3,387
Deferred consideration purchase accounting
—
103
—
341
Executive transition
—
329
—
329
Total operating income adjustments
70
1,079
1,501
4,057
Adjusted operating income
$
12,518
$
10,617
$
44,537
$
28,206
% of revenues
5.1
%
4.2
%
5.8
%
3.8
%
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Net income
$
7,290
$
3,551
$
26,130
$
10,018
Operating income adjustments
70
1,079
1,501
4,057
Pension settlement
—
1,116
—
1,116
Loss on extinguishment of debt
—
—
—
921
Hryvnia fair value adjustments on forward exchange contracts
—
(153
)
—
98
Adjusted provision for income taxes1
(18
)
(511
)
(375
)
(1,548
)
Adjusted net income
$
7,342
$
5,082
$
27,256
$
14,662
Diluted EPS
$
0.22
$
0.11
$
0.78
$
0.30
Adjustments to diluted EPS
$
—
$
0.04
$
0.04
$
0.14
Adjusted diluted EPS
$
0.22
$
0.15
$
0.82
$
0.44
Reported Tax Provision adjusted for tax effect of special charges at 25%
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Net income
$
7,290
$
3,551
$
26,130
$
10,018
Interest expense
2,614
2,813
8,308
6,892
Provision for income taxes
2,161
1,250
8,110
3,520
Depreciation expense
3,639
3,749
10,615
11,043
Amortization expense
847
851
2,544
2,563
EBITDA
$
16,551
$
12,214
$
55,707
$
34,036
% of revenues
6.7
%
4.9
%
7.2
%
4.6
%
EBITDA adjustments
Restructuring
$
70
$
647
$
1,501
$
3,387
Deferred consideration purchase accounting
—
103
—
341
Loss on extinguishment of debt
—
—
—
921
Hryvnia fair value adjustments on forward exchange contracts
—
(153
)
—
98
Executive transition
—
329
—
329
Pension settlement
—
1,116
—
1,116
Adjusted EBITDA
$
16,621
$
14,256
$
57,208
$
40,228
% of revenues
6.7
%
5.7
%
7.4
%
5.4
%
Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
Operating income (loss)
$
10,900
$
5,863
$
4,501
$
690
$
(9,506
)
$
12,448
Restructuring
—
—
—
70
—
70
Adjusted operating income (loss)
$
10,900
$
5,863
$
4,501
$
760
$
(9,506
)
$
12,518
% of revenues
7.5
%
10.9
%
13.1
%
5.8
%
5.1
%
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
Operating income (loss)
$
38,426
$
19,592
$
15,603
$
(2,233
)
$
(28,352
)
$
43,036
Restructuring
423
8
—
1,070
—
1,501
Adjusted operating income (loss)
$
38,849
$
19,600
$
15,603
$
(1,163
)
$
(28,352
)
$
44,537
% of revenues
8.5
%
11.4
%
14.3
%
(3.7
)%
5.8
%
Three Months Ended September 30, 2022
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
Operating income (loss)
$
9,560
$
5,155
$
4,953
$
(967
)
$
(9,163
)
$
9,538
Restructuring
66
445
136
$
647
Deferred consideration purchase accounting
—
—
—
103
—
103
Executive transition
—
—
—
—
329
329
Adjusted operating income (loss)
$
9,626
$
5,155
$
5,398
$
(728
)
$
(8,834
)
$
10,617
% of revenues
6.2
%
11.2
%
14.5
%
(5.2
)%
4.2
%
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
Vehicle Solutions
Electrical Systems
Aftermarket and Accessories
Industrial Automation
Corporate/Other
Total
Operating income (loss)
$
17,388
$
12,859
$
8,705
$
4,007
$
(18,810
)
$
24,149
Restructuring
270
571
1,440
800
306
3,387
Deferred consideration purchase accounting
—
—
—
341
—
341
Executive transition
—
—
—
—
329
329
Adjusted operating income (loss)
$
17,658
$
13,430
$
10,145
$
5,148
$
(18,175
)
$
28,206
% of revenues
4.0
%
10.1
%
10.2
%
6.7
%
3.8
%
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023
September 30, 2022
Cash flows from operating activities
$
18,468
$
38,301
$
29,990
$
33,794
Purchases of property, plant and equipment
(6,017
)
(3,925
)
(15,196
)
(12,541
)
Free cash flow
$
12,451
$
34,376
$
14,794
$
21,253
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
This earnings release contains financial measures that are not calculated in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). In general, the non-GAAP measures exclude items that (i) management believes reflect the Company’s multi-year corporate activities; or (ii) relate to activities or actions that may have occurred over multiple or in prior periods without predictable trends. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures internally to evaluate the Company’s performance, engage in financial and operational planning and to determine incentive compensation.
Management provides these non-GAAP financial measures to investors as supplemental metrics to assist readers in assessing the effects of items and events on the Company’s financial and operating results and in comparing the Company’s performance to that of its competitors and to comparable reporting periods. The non-GAAP financial measures used by the Company may be calculated differently from, and therefore may not be comparable to, similarly titled measures used by other companies.
The non-GAAP financial measures disclosed by the Company should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. The financial results calculated in accordance with GAAP and reconciliations to those financial statements set forth above should be carefully evaluated.
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, October 30, 2023 (Newswire.com) – Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) (NASDAQ:CVGI), a global leader in the design and manufacturing of electrical systems, mechanical components, and vehicle accessories, announced today that Corinne Ross has been appointed President, Aftermarket & Accessories. Ross will oversee CVG’s global aftermarket and accessories business segment.
Ross comes to CVG after 16 years with German-based Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, a leading sealing technology company, where she served as Vice President, Corteco North America, Aftermarket Division. In that role, she led regional sales; marketing; supply chain management and operations; and product development and category
management. She began her career in human resources and served in a variety of HR roles of increasing responsibility in both corporate and manufacturing environments.
Ross will be responsible for both the strategic development and tactical execution of the annual and long-term business plans for Aftermarket & Accessories. She will lead the development and execution of commercial, operational, and product management strategies and action plans, and she will work closely with customers and focus on new business development. Ross will also have oversight of product innovation, design, development, and planning activities for the entire Aftermarket product portfolio.
“Corinne is a strong strategic leader who brings a unique blend of business and product aptitude, customer centricity, a big-picture vision and the ability to deliver results,” said Bob Griffin, Interim President and CEO and Chairman of the Board at CVG. “I am confident that she will be a strong strategic thought partner to our executive leadership team.”
“The Aftermarket business is poised for global growth with great potential for additional sales of existing and new products,” said Corinne. “I am excited to join CVG and accelerate growth in the Aftermarket segment.”
Ross holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and an MBA, both from the University of Findlay.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 131-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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Updating 3Q23 Estimates. On the heels of Orion Group’s release late last week, we are adjusting our third quarter 2023 projections for Great Lakes downward. On its earnings call, Orion management noted the ongoing sluggishness in Army Corps of Engineers dredging awards. As a result, competition for business has increased. We suspect Great Lakes has been impacted to some degree by the market conditions.
Updated Projections. On the revenue side, we are lowering our estimate to $137 million from a prior $145 million. With reduced utilization, we also are decreasing our gross margin estimate. Net net, our projected quarterly net loss projection is now $6 million, or a loss of $0.09 per share, compared to a previous estimated loss of $3.0 million, or a loss of $0.04 per share. Our adjusted EBITDA estimate declines to $8 million from $11.5 million.
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Momentum. While top line in the third quarter was impacted by a more measured pace of award roll-out and the withdrawal from the Central Texas market, operating momentum continued, driven by implementation of management’s operating plan and an increasing mix of higher margin projects. We expect the momentum to continue going forward.
Marine Segment. Marine segment revenue was up 6.3% y-o-y driven by the Hawaii contract. Partly due to recognition of outstanding claims in the year-ago quarter, segment operating profit fell to $2.0 million, or a 2.5% margin, from $5.2 million, or a 6.8% margin last year. Orion is winning new awards in the segment at higher margins, but the Army Corps continues to award business at a slower than historical rate.
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