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AMETEK Announces Third Quarter Results and Raises 2023 Guidance

October 31, 2023 at 6:55 AM EDT

BERWYN, Pa., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

AMETEK's third quarter 2023 sales were $1.62 billion, a 5% increase over the third quarter of 2022. Operating income increased 14% to a record $438.1 million and operating margins were a record 27.0%, up 220 basis points from the third quarter of 2022. Operating cash flow in the quarter was a record $473 million, up 45% versus the prior year.

On a GAAP basis, third quarter earnings per diluted share were $1.47. Adjusted earnings in the quarter were a record $1.64 per diluted share, up 13% from the third quarter of 2022. Adjusted earnings adds back non-cash, after-tax, acquisition-related intangible amortization of $0.17 per diluted share. A reconciliation of reported GAAP results to adjusted results is included in the financial tables accompanying this release and on the AMETEK website.

"AMETEK delivered excellent results in the third quarter, highlighted by exceptional operating performance, robust margin expansion and strong cash flows," stated David A. Zapico, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "The strength of the AMETEK Growth Model was evident in our third quarter results as solid sales growth and operational excellence initiatives drove record earnings and cash flow. Given this strong performance and our outlook for the balance of the year, we are again raising our earnings guidance for the full year."

Electronic Instruments Group (EIG)
EIG sales in the third quarter were $1.14 billion, up 8% from the same quarter in 2022. EIG's operating income in the quarter increased 23% to a record $335.2 million and operating income margins were a record 29.5%, an increase of 360 basis points compared to the third quarter of 2022.

"EIG achieved exceptional results in the third quarter with continued strong sales growth and record operating results," commented Mr. Zapico. "EIG's sales growth was driven by solid organic sales growth and the contributions from recent acquisitions, while their operating performance was outstanding leading to sizeable margin expansion in the quarter."

Electromechanical Group (EMG)
EMG sales in the third quarter were $486.7 million, down 2% from the third quarter of 2022. EMG's third quarter operating income was $127.5 million while operating income margins were a very solid 26.2% in the quarter.

"EMG delivered strong operating performance in the third quarter as we navigated a dynamic environment driven by the impact of inventory normalization on short-term customer demand. Growth remained strong across our aerospace, defense and medical businesses in the quarter," commented Mr. Zapico.

2023 Outlook
"AMETEK's outstanding performance in the third quarter highlights our ability to successfully manage through economic cycles and consistently deliver exceptional results. The strength and flexibility of the AMETEK Growth Model, combined with our attractive, diversified market exposures and strong balance sheet, position us well to drive sustainable growth in the long term," commented Mr. Zapico.

"For 2023, we continue to expect overall sales to be up mid-to-high single digits compared to 2022. Adjusted diluted earnings per share are now expected to be in the range of $6.31 to $6.33, an increase of approximately 11% over the comparable basis for 2022. This is an increase from our previous guidance range of $6.18 to $6.26 per diluted share," he added.

"We expect overall sales in the fourth quarter to be up mid-single digits on a percentage basis versus the prior year. Fourth quarter adjusted earnings per diluted share are anticipated to be in the range of $1.61 to $1.63, up 6% to 7% compared to the fourth quarter of 2022," concluded Mr. Zapico.

Conference Call
AMETEK will webcast its third quarter 2023 investor conference call on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, beginning at 8:30 AM ET. The live audio webcast will be available and later archived in the Investors section of www.ametek.com.

About AMETEK
AMETEK (NYSE: AME) is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $6.0 billion. The AMETEK Growth Model integrates the Four Growth Strategies - Operational Excellence, New Product Development, Global and Market Expansion, and Strategic Acquisitions - with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. AMETEK's objective is double-digit percentage growth in earnings per share over the business cycle and a superior return on total capital. Founded in 1930, AMETEK has been listed on the NYSE for over 90 years and is a component of the S&P 500. For more information, visit www.ametek.com.

Forward-looking Information
Statements in this news release relating to future events, such as AMETEK's expected business and financial performance are "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to various factors and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ significantly from expectations. These factors and uncertainties include risks related to AMETEK's ability to consummate and successfully integrate future acquisitions; risks with international sales and operations, including supply chain disruptions; AMETEK's ability to successfully develop new products, open new facilities or transfer product lines; the price and availability of raw materials; compliance with government regulations, including environmental regulations; changes in the competitive environment or the effects of competition in our markets; the ability to maintain adequate liquidity and financing sources; and general economic conditions affecting the industries we serve. A detailed discussion of these and other factors that may affect our future results is contained in AMETEK's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. AMETEK disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

Contact:
Kevin Coleman
Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer
kevin.coleman@ametek.com
Phone: 610.889.5247

 

AMETEK, Inc.

Consolidated Statement of Income

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)



Three Months Ended
September 30,


Nine Months Ended
September 30,


2023


2022


2023


2022

Net sales

$      1,622,837


$      1,551,786


$      4,866,065


$      4,524,863









Cost of sales

1,020,920


1,004,596


3,096,635


2,941,604

Selling, general and administrative

163,782


162,670


506,963


480,657

     Total operating expenses

1,184,702


1,167,266


3,603,598


3,422,261

Operating income

438,135


384,520


1,262,467


1,102,602

Interest expense

(18,386)


(20,245)


(57,678)


(60,165)

Other (expense) income, net

(6,256)


3,227


(15,313)


7,752

Income before income taxes

413,493


367,502


1,189,476


1,050,189

Provision for income taxes

73,123


69,861


219,152


197,728

Net income

$         340,370


$         297,641


$         970,324


$         852,461









Diluted earnings per share

$               1.47


$               1.29


$               4.19


$               3.68

Basic earnings per share

$               1.48


$               1.30


$               4.21


$               3.70









Weighted average common shares outstanding:








     Diluted shares

231,751


230,714


231,414


231,675

     Basic shares

230,691


229,500


230,431


230,360









Dividends per share

$               0.25


$               0.22


$               0.75


$               0.66

 

AMETEK, Inc.

Information by Business Segment

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)



Three Months Ended

September 30,


Nine Months Ended

September 30,


2023


2022


2023


2022

Net sales:








Electronic Instruments

$      1,136,130


$      1,054,124


$      3,388,023


$      3,070,131

Electromechanical

486,707


497,662


1,478,042


1,454,732

Consolidated net sales

$      1,622,837


$      1,551,786


$      4,866,065


$      4,524,863









Operating income:








Segment operating income:








Electronic Instruments

$         335,171


$         272,714


$         951,970


$         782,603

Electromechanical

127,534


136,467


384,253


389,047

Total segment operating income

462,705


409,181


1,336,223


1,171,650

Corporate administrative expenses

(24,570)


(24,661)


(73,756)


(69,048)

Consolidated operating income

$         438,135


$         384,520


$      1,262,467


$      1,102,602

 

AMETEK, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet

(In thousands)



September 30,


December 31,


2023


2022


(Unaudited)



ASSETS




Current assets:




     Cash and cash equivalents

$         841,901


$         345,386

     Receivables, net

936,803


919,335

     Inventories, net

1,087,584


1,044,284

     Other current assets

252,407


219,053

          Total current assets

3,118,695


2,528,058





Property, plant and equipment, net

631,692


635,641

Right of use asset, net

165,450


170,295

Goodwill

5,479,025


5,372,562

Other intangibles, investments and other assets

3,698,514


3,724,564

          Total assets

$    13,093,376


$    12,431,120





LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY




Current liabilities:




     Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt, net

$         304,480


$         226,079

     Accounts payable and accruals

1,369,240


1,338,123

          Total current liabilities

1,673,720


1,564,202





Long-term debt, net

1,856,129


2,158,928

Deferred income taxes and other long-term liabilities

1,221,018


1,231,478

Stockholders' equity

8,342,509


7,476,512

          Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$    13,093,376


$    12,431,120

 

AMETEK, Inc.

Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures

(Unaudited)



Diluted Earnings Per Share


Three Months Ended


September 30,


2023


2022





Diluted earnings per share (GAAP)

$               1.47


$               1.29

Pretax amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

0.22


0.21

Income tax benefit on amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

(0.05)


(0.05)

Adjusted Diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP)

$               1.64


$               1.45

 


Forecasted Diluted Earnings Per Share


Three Months Ended


Year Ended


December 31, 2023


December 31, 2023


Low


High


Low


High









Diluted earnings per share (GAAP)

$             1.44


$             1.46


$             5.63


$             5.65

Pretax amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

0.22


0.22


0.89


0.89

Income tax benefit on amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets

(0.05)


(0.05)


(0.21)


(0.21)

Adjusted Diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP)

$             1.61


$             1.63


$             6.31


$             6.33

 

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information

The Company supplements its consolidated financial statements presented on a U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") basis with certain non-GAAP financial information to provide investors with greater insight, increased transparency and allow for a more comprehensive understanding of the information used by management in its financial and operational decision-making.  Reconciliation of non-GAAP measures to their most directly comparable GAAP measures are included in the accompanying financial tables. These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered in addition to, and not as a replacement for, or superior to, the comparable GAAP measure, and may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

The Company believes that these measures provide useful information to investors by reflecting additional ways of viewing AMETEK's operations that, when reconciled to the comparable GAAP measure, helps our investors to better understand the long-term profitability trends of our business, and facilitates easier comparisons of our profitability to prior and future periods and to our peers.

 

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