The following is a summary of the Linamar Corporation (LIMAF) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
Linamar Corporation reported Q1 sales of $2.72 billion, a 19% increase YoY, and EPS rose by 31% to $2.59.
Double-digit growth is reflected in both top and bottom lines, achieving a milestone with annual sales crossing $10 billion.
Net debt stands at $1.83 billion, with expectations to go under 1 times EBITDA in 12 to 18 months.Significant Q1 accomplishments include increases in normalized net earnings (31.1% to $159.6 million), fully diluted normalized EPS (30.8% to $2.59), and a maintained liquidity level of $1.3 billion.
Business Progress:
Successful completion of the Bourgault acquisition is expected to greatly contribute to the results, with integration currently in progress.
New business wins continue in the technology and propulsion sectors, supported by award-winning innovations.
Thanks to recent acquisitions, the Mobility and Industrial segments showed significant performance, including a 58% growth in normalized OE in the Mobility segment.
The company's active product launch includes micro scissor models in the Skyjack division and the new Front Mount Rotary Disc Series in MacDon.
There are plans for two new facilities in Mexico and China, supporting Skyjack's growth and expanding global market access.
Looking forward, double-digit top-line growth is expected for both the Agricultural and Skyjack divisions in 2024, and high single-digit to low double-digit top-line growth is projected in the Mobility segment.
More details: LINAMAR CORP IR
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