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Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH) is a global industry leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, as well as interconnect systems, antennas, sensors, and sensor-based products. Founded in 1932 and headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut, Amphenol is a Fortune 500 company with over 80,000 employees across 40 countries.
Amphenol products are embedded in a multitude of electronic devices used daily, from mobile phones and automobiles to network equipment and aerospace applications. With operations spanning diverse end markets such as automotive, broadband communications, commercial aerospace, defense, industrial, IT and data communications, mobile devices, and mobile networks, Amphenol holds the second-largest connector market share globally.
In 2023, Amphenol reported record sales of $12.55 billion, and achieved a GAAP Diluted EPS of $3.11, reflecting a 2% increase over the prior year. The company also achieved a record Adjusted Diluted EPS of $3.01. The fourth quarter of 2023 saw record sales of $3.33 billion, a 3% increase year-over-year, with a GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.83. Amphenol's impressive financial performance is complemented by strategic acquisitions, such as TPC Wire & Cable, Airmar Technology Corporation, LID Technologies, and PCTEL, Inc., enhancing its product offerings and market reach.
Looking ahead, Amphenol anticipates first quarter 2024 sales between $3.04 billion and $3.10 billion, with an Adjusted Diluted EPS range of $0.71 to $0.73. Despite global market challenges, Amphenol remains committed to expanding its portfolio of enabling technologies and maintaining its competitive edge through innovation and strategic acquisitions.
In April 2024, Amphenol announced a new three-year, $2 billion stock repurchase program, reflecting its ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The company's strong financial health, evidenced by $2.53 billion in operating cash flow and $2.16 billion in free cash flow for 2023, supports these initiatives.
Additionally, Amphenol's recent acquisition of Carlisle Interconnect Technologies (CIT) is expected to be accretive to earnings per share in 2024. This acquisition bolsters Amphenol's capabilities in harsh environment interconnect solutions, further strengthening its market position in commercial air, defense, and industrial sectors.
Amphenol's strategic focus on market and geographic diversification, coupled with its robust acquisition strategy, positions it well for sustained growth and long-term shareholder value creation.
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