HAMILTON BEACH BRANDS HOLDING COMPANY ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2024 RESULTS
Hamilton Beach Brands reported Q3 2024 results with revenue increasing 2.0% to $156.7 million compared to Q3 2023. Gross profit margin expanded by 190 basis points to 28.0%. Operating profit decreased to $10.6 million from $14.4 million, primarily due to increased SG&A expenses. The company completed the acquisition of HealthBeacon, contributing $1.2 million in new revenue. Net income was $1.9 million ($0.14 per diluted share), compared to $10.3 million ($0.74 per diluted share) in Q3 2023. The company maintains its outlook for 2024, expecting modest revenue growth and significant operating profit increase.
Hamilton Beach Brands ha riportato i risultati del terzo trimestre del 2024, con un aumento del fatturato del 2,0% a 156,7 milioni di dollari rispetto al terzo trimestre del 2023. Il margine di profitto lordo è aumentato di 190 punti base, raggiungendo il 28,0%. Il profitto operativo è diminuito a 10,6 milioni di dollari rispetto ai 14,4 milioni di dollari, principalmente a causa dell'aumento delle spese SG&A. L'azienda ha completato l'acquisizione di HealthBeacon, contribuendo con 1,2 milioni di dollari di nuovi ricavi. L'utile netto è stato di 1,9 milioni di dollari (0,14 dollari per azione diluita), rispetto ai 10,3 milioni di dollari (0,74 dollari per azione diluita) nel terzo trimestre del 2023. L'azienda mantiene le sue previsioni per il 2024, prevedendo una modesta crescita del fatturato e un significativo incremento del profitto operativo.
Hamilton Beach Brands informó los resultados del tercer trimestre de 2024, con un aumento en los ingresos del 2.0% a 156.7 millones de dólares en comparación con el tercer trimestre de 2023. El margen de ganancia bruta se amplió en 190 puntos básicos, alcanzando el 28.0%. El beneficio operativo disminuyó a 10.6 millones de dólares desde 14.4 millones de dólares, principalmente debido al aumento de los gastos SG&A. La compañía completó la adquisición de HealthBeacon, que contribuyó con 1.2 millones de dólares en nuevos ingresos. El ingreso neto fue de 1.9 millones de dólares (0.14 dólares por acción diluida), en comparación con 10.3 millones de dólares (0.74 dólares por acción diluida) en el tercer trimestre de 2023. La empresa mantiene su perspectiva para 2024, esperando un crecimiento modesto en los ingresos y un aumento significativo en el beneficio operativo.
Hamilton Beach Brands는 2024년 3분기 실적을 보고하며, 2023년 3분기 대비 매출이 2.0% 증가하여 1억 5670만 달러에 도달했다고 발표했습니다. 총 이익률은 190bp 확장되어 28.0%에 달했습니다. 운영 이익은 1440만 달러에서 1060만 달러로 감소했으며, 주로 SG&A 비용 증가로 인한 것입니다. 회사는 HealthBeacon 인수를 완료했으며, 120만 달러의 신규 수익을 contributed했습니다. 순이익은 190만 달러(희석 주당 0.14달러)로, 2023년 3분기의 1030만 달러(희석 주당 0.74달러)와 비교됩니다. 회사는 2024년을 위한 전망을 유지하며, 소폭 성장과 함께 운영 이익의 상당한 증가를 기대하고 있습니다.
Hamilton Beach Brands a publié ses résultats pour le 3ème trimestre 2024, avec un chiffre d'affaires en hausse de 2,0% à 156,7 millions de dollars par rapport au 3ème trimestre 2023. La marge brute a augmenté de 190 points de base pour atteindre 28,0%. Le bénéfice d'exploitation a diminué à 10,6 millions de dollars contre 14,4 millions de dollars, principalement en raison de l'augmentation des dépenses SG&A. La société a finalisé l'acquisition de HealthBeacon, contribuant à 1,2 million de dollars de nouveaux revenus. Le revenu net s'élevait à 1,9 million de dollars (0,14 dollar par action diluée), contre 10,3 millions de dollars (0,74 dollar par action diluée) au 3ème trimestre 2023. L'entreprise maintient ses prévisions pour 2024, s'attendant à une croissance modeste du chiffre d'affaires et à une augmentation significative du bénéfice d'exploitation.
Hamilton Beach Brands berichtete über die Ergebnisse des 3. Quartals 2024, mit einem Umsatzanstieg von 2,0% auf 156,7 Millionen USD im Vergleich zum 3. Quartal 2023. Die Bruttogewinnmarge erweiterte sich um 190 Basispunkte auf 28,0%. Der Betriebsgewinn sank auf 10,6 Millionen USD von 14,4 Millionen USD, hauptsächlich aufgrund gestiegener SG&A-Ausgaben. Das Unternehmen hat die Übernahme von HealthBeacon abgeschlossen, was zu 1,2 Millionen USD an neuen Einnahmen beitrug. Der Nettogewinn betrug 1,9 Millionen USD (0,14 USD pro verwässerter Aktie), verglichen mit 10,3 Millionen USD (0,74 USD pro verwässerter Aktie) im 3. Quartal 2023. Das Unternehmen hält an seinen Prognosen für 2024 fest und erwartet ein moderates Umsatzwachstum und einen erheblichen Anstieg des Betriebsgewinns.
- Revenue increased 2.0% to $156.7 million
- Gross profit margin expanded by 190 basis points to 28.0%
- Net debt reduced to $22.5 million from $49.7 million YoY
- Interest expense decreased to $0.1 million from $0.6 million
- Pension plan termination expected to increase free cash flow in 2025-2026
- Operating profit declined to $10.6 million from $14.4 million YoY
- Net income decreased to $1.9 million from $10.3 million YoY
- Operating cash flow reduced to $35.2 million from $68.7 million YoY
- HealthBeacon business expected to operate at a loss in 2024
- SG&A expenses increased to $33.3 million from $25.6 million
Insights
Hamilton Beach Brands delivered mixed Q3 2024 results with some positive indicators and challenges. Revenue increased modestly by
Key positives include substantial debt reduction, with net debt decreasing to
The HealthBeacon acquisition shows promise in the growing home health market, though it currently operates at a loss. Management's outlook for modest revenue growth and significant operating profit improvement in 2024 appears achievable given gross margin expansion trends.
Highlights - Third Quarter 2024 Compared to Third Quarter 2023
9/30/2024 | 9/30/2023 | |
(In millions) | ||
Revenue | $ 156.7 | $ 153.6 |
Gross profit | $ 43.9 | $ 40.1 |
% of revenue | 28.0 % | 26.1 % |
Operating profit | $ 10.6 | $ 14.4 |
Cash flow from | $ 35.2 | $ 68.7 |
Total debt | $ 50.0 | $ 51.3 |
Net debt | $ 22.5 | $ 49.7 |
- Total revenue of
$156.7 million 2.0% compared to a year ago - Gross profit margin expanded by 190 basis points to
28.0% - Operating profit was
$10.6 million $14.4 million - Net cash provided by operating activities was
$35.2 million $68.7 million - The Company's outlook for the full year 2024 compared to the full year 2023 continues to be a modest increase in revenue and a significant increase in operating profit based on gross margin expansion
Results - Third Quarter 2024 Compared to Third Quarter 2023
Total revenue of
Gross profit was
Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) increased to
Operating profit was
Interest expense, net decreased to
Pension termination expense in 2024 was a one-time non-cash charge of
Income tax expense was
Net income was
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net cash provided by operating activities was
On September 30, 2024, net debt, or total debt minus cash and cash equivalents and highly liquid short-term investments, was
The Company allocated its cash flow primarily to fund the acquisition of HealthBeacon and to return value to shareholders through the quarterly dividend and share repurchases. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company paid
Outlook for Full Year 2024
In 2024, the retail marketplace for small kitchen appliances is expected to be modestly below 2023. The Company expects that continued progress with its strategic initiatives will enable it to deliver above market revenue performance. For the full year 2024 compared to the full year 2023, the Company expects revenue to increase modestly, Operating profit to increase significantly based on an expansion of gross profit margin, and Cash Flow from operating activities less cash used for investing activities to be at the high end of its normalized range of
Progress with the Company's six strategic initiatives is expected to drive revenue growth, expand margins, and generate strong cash flow over time. The initiatives are focused on increasing sales of innovative, higher priced, higher margin products in the Company's core North American market. The following is a summary of each initiative.
Drive Core Growth: This initiative is focused on driving the growth of the Company's flagship Hamilton Beach® and Proctor Silex® brands. Both brands have a long history of consumer trust, based on quality, durability and innovation. The Company is a leader in developing innovative new products in the small appliance category, which are based on consumer research and designed to improve everyday living. A number of incremental placements of core brand products that were secured last year and this year across multiple categories and retail customers are expected to benefit the Company throughout 2024. New products are supported by digital marketing, social media advertising and influencer marketing. Hamilton Beach® is the #1 small kitchen appliance brand in the
Gain Share in the Premium Market: The Company is increasing its participation in the premium market, which accounts for approximately
Lead in the Global Commercial Market: The Company is a leading provider of commercial small appliances to the food service and hospitality industries worldwide. The Hamilton Beach® brand, with its reputation for performance, reliability and differentiated products, is driving the sales growth of commercial products. The Company develops products that create a competitive advantage in its heritage blending and mixing categories, as well as products that provide for expansion into new categories. The Company's commercial products are sold in more than 100 countries. Building strength in ecommerce, which is becoming more important in the commercial market, is also a focus.
Accelerate Growth of Hamilton Beach Health: The Company aims to increase its participation in the large and fast-growing home health and wellness market. In 2021, the Company created the Hamilton Beach Health® brand, drawing on decades of experience as a trusted resource in the home. In February 2024, Hamilton Beach Health acquired HealthBeacon PLC, a medical technology firm and strategic partner of the Company. HealthBeacon develops digitally connected devices that enable patients to manage at home chronic conditions that require the use of injectable medications, and it provides other health services. The primary system offered is the Smart Sharps Bin™ from Hamilton Beach Health. It is provided to patients in
Accelerate Digital Transformation: The Company has a well-developed ecommerce capability. This initiative focuses on investments to gain share in the ecommerce market for consumer and commercial products. The Company collaborates closely with omnichannel and online-only retail customers to leverage the fast-paced changes in ecommerce. The Company invests in robust digital marketing to increase awareness and sell-through of its products, including online product content, search engine optimization, and advertising, attracting favorable reviews and strong star ratings, and social media strategies. The Company's
Leverage Partnerships and Acquisitions: This initiative is focused on identifying and securing businesses with a strategic fit to the Company's portfolio. The Company is actively engaged in the pursuit of additional trademark licensing agreements, strategic alliances, and acquisitions to drive growth in all markets.
Conference Call
The Company will conduct an earnings conference call and webcast on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. The call may be accessed by dialing 888-350-3452 (toll free), International 647-362-9199. Conference ID: 1809480. The conference call will be webcast live on the Company's Investor Relations website at www.hamiltonbeachbrands.com/investors/events-and-presentations. An archive of the webcast will be available on the website.
About Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company
Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company is a leading designer, marketer, and distributor of a wide range of brand name small electric household and specialty housewares appliances, and commercial products for restaurants, fast food chains, bars, and hotels, and is a provider of connected devices and software for healthcare management. The Company's owned consumer brands include Hamilton Beach®, Proctor Silex®, Hamilton Beach Professional®, Weston®, and TrueAir®. The Company's owned commercial brands include Hamilton Beach Commercial® and Proctor Silex Commercial®. The Company licenses the brands for Wolf Gourmet® countertop appliances, CHI® premium garment care products, CloroxTM True HEPA air purifiers, and Brita HubTM countertop electric water filtration appliances. The Company has exclusive multiyear agreements to design, sell, market, and distribute Bartesian® cocktail makers and Numilk® plant-based milk makers. The Company's Hamilton Beach Health subsidiary is focused on expanding the Company's participation in the home health and medical markets. In February 2024, Hamilton Beach Health acquired HealthBeacon, a medical technology firm and strategic partner of the Company since 2021. HealthBeacon develops connected devices that enable patients to manage at home chronic conditions that require the use of injectable medications, and it provides other health services. For more information about Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company, visit www.hamiltonbeachbrands.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. These forward-looking statements are made subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those presented. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation: (1) uncertain or unfavorable global economic conditions and impacts from global military conflicts; (2) the Company's ability to source and ship products to meet anticipated demand; (3) the Company's ability to successfully manage constraints throughout the global transportation supply chain; (4) changes in the sales prices, product mix or levels of consumer purchases of small electric and specialty housewares appliances; (5) changes in consumer retail and credit markets, including the increasing volume of transactions made through third-party internet sellers; (6) bankruptcy of or loss of major retail customers or suppliers; (7) changes in costs, including transportation costs, of sourced products; (8) delays in delivery of sourced products; (9) changes in or unavailability of quality or cost effective suppliers; (10) exchange rate fluctuations, changes in the import tariffs and monetary policies and other changes in the regulatory climate in the countries in which the Company operates or buys and/or sells products; (11) the impact of tariffs on customer purchasing patterns; (12) product liability, regulatory actions or other litigation, warranty claims or returns of products; (13) customer acceptance of, changes in costs of or delays in the development of new products; (14) increased competition, including consolidation within the industry; (15) changes in customers' inventory management strategies; (16) shifts in consumer shopping patterns, gasoline prices, weather conditions, the level of consumer confidence and disposable income as a result of economic conditions, unemployment rates or other events or conditions that may adversely affect the level of customer purchases of the Company's products; (17) changes mandated by federal, state and other regulation, including tax, health, safety or environmental legislation; (18) the Company's ability to identify, acquire or develop, and successfully integrate, new businesses or new product lines; and (19) other risk factors, including those described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Furthermore, the future impact of unfavorable economic conditions, including inflation, changing interest rates, availability of capital markets and consumer spending rates remains uncertain. In uncertain economic environments, we cannot predict whether or when such circumstances may improve or worsen, or what impact, if any, such circumstances could have on our business, results of operations, cash flows and financial position.
HAMILTON BEACH BRANDS HOLDING COMPANY | |||||||
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |||||||
(Unaudited) | |||||||
THREE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 | NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 | ||||||
2024 | 2023 | 2024 | 2023 | ||||
(In thousands, except per share data) | (In thousands, except per share data) | ||||||
Revenue | $ 156,667 | $ 153,614 | $ 441,184 | $ 418,975 | |||
Cost of sales | 112,765 | 113,548 | 326,732 | 330,583 | |||
Gross profit | 43,902 | 40,066 | 114,452 | 88,392 | |||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 33,251 | 25,591 | 94,595 | 78,150 | |||
Amortization of intangible assets | 31 | 50 | 224 | 150 | |||
Operating profit (loss) | 10,620 | 14,425 | 19,633 | 10,092 | |||
Interest expense, net | 59 | 592 | 330 | 2,634 | |||
Pension termination expense | 7,595 | — | 7,595 | — | |||
Other expense (income), net | 298 | 645 | 1,354 | 390 | |||
Income (loss) before income taxes | 2,668 | 13,188 | 10,354 | 7,068 | |||
Income tax expense (benefit) | 732 | 2,848 | 3,594 | 1,395 | |||
Net income (loss) | $ 1,936 | $ 10,340 | $ 6,760 | $ 5,673 | |||
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share | $ 0.14 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.48 | $ 0.40 | |||
Basic weighted average shares outstanding | 13,852 | 14,025 | 14,042 | 14,060 | |||
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding | 13,863 | 14,050 | 14,056 | 14,085 | |||
HAMILTON BEACH BRANDS HOLDING COMPANY | |||||
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | |||||
(Unaudited) | |||||
SEPTEMBER 30 | DECEMBER 31 | SEPTEMBER 30 | |||
(In thousands) | |||||
Assets | |||||
Current assets | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 22,602 | $ 15,370 | $ 1,624 | ||
Trade receivables, net | 99,049 | 135,434 | 102,178 | ||
Inventory | 164,802 | 126,554 | 160,237 | ||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 18,912 | 9,457 | 14,417 | ||
Total current assets | 305,365 | 286,815 | 278,456 | ||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 35,238 | 27,401 | 27,493 | ||
Right-of-use lease assets | 36,627 | 39,423 | 40,590 | ||
Goodwill | 7,099 | 6,253 | 6,253 | ||
Other intangible assets, net | 2,179 | 1,292 | 1,342 | ||
Deferred income taxes | 2,187 | 2,581 | 2,577 | ||
Deferred costs | 15,434 | 14,613 | 14,419 | ||
Other non-current assets | 4,540 | 6,324 | 7,790 | ||
Total assets | $ 408,669 | $ 384,702 | $ 378,920 | ||
Liabilities and stockholders' equity | |||||
Current liabilities | |||||
Accounts payable | $ 128,489 | $ 99,704 | $ 116,124 | ||
Revolving credit agreements | 50,000 | — | — | ||
Accrued compensation | 12,622 | 14,948 | 11,025 | ||
Accrued product returns | 6,616 | 6,232 | 5,801 | ||
Lease liabilities | 5,584 | 6,155 | 6,136 | ||
Other current liabilities | 10,130 | 12,549 | 12,776 | ||
Total current liabilities | 213,441 | 139,588 | 151,862 | ||
Revolving credit agreements | — | 50,000 | 51,276 | ||
Lease liabilities, non-current | 39,528 | 41,937 | 43,303 | ||
Other long-term liabilities | 5,749 | 5,910 | 4,659 | ||
Total liabilities | 258,718 | 237,435 | 251,100 | ||
Stockholders' equity | |||||
Preferred stock, par value | — | — | — | ||
Class A Common stock | 115 | 112 | 112 | ||
Class B Common stock | 36 | 36 | 36 | ||
Capital in excess of par value | 77,779 | 70,401 | 68,180 | ||
Treasury stock | (21,878) | (12,013) | (10,409) | ||
Retained earnings | 101,430 | 99,398 | 81,362 | ||
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (7,531) | (10,667) | (11,461) | ||
Total stockholders' equity | 149,951 | 147,267 | 127,820 | ||
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 408,669 | $ 384,702 | $ 378,920 | ||
HAMILTON BEACH BRANDS HOLDING COMPANY | |||
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS | |||
(Unaudited) | |||
NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30 | |||
2024 | 2023 | ||
(In thousands) | |||
Operating activities | |||
Net income (loss) | $ 6,760 | $ 5,673 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities: | |||
Depreciation and amortization | 3,744 | 3,078 | |
Stock compensation expense | 7,381 | 3,175 | |
Pension termination expense | 7,595 | — | |
Other | 3,206 | (172) | |
Net changes in operating assets and liabilities: | |||
Trade receivables | 34,599 | 13,678 | |
Inventory | (43,687) | (3,379) | |
Other assets | (3,321) | 2,333 | |
Accounts payable | 29,425 | 54,013 | |
Other liabilities | (10,525) | (9,716) | |
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities | 35,177 | 68,683 | |
Investing activities | |||
Expenditures for property, plant and equipment | (2,347) | (2,286) | |
Acquisition of business, net of cash acquired | (7,412) | — | |
Issuance of secured loan | (600) | — | |
Repayment of secured loan | 2,205 | — | |
Purchase of | (4,884) | — | |
Other | — | (150) | |
Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities | (13,038) | (2,436) | |
Financing activities | |||
Net additions (reductions) to revolving credit agreements | — | (59,650) | |
Purchase of treasury stock | (9,865) | (1,470) | |
Cash dividends paid | (4,728) | (4,549) | |
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities | (14,593) | (65,669) | |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (390) | 81 | |
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | |||
Increase (decrease) for the period | 7,156 | 659 | |
Balance at the beginning of the period | 16,379 | 1,905 | |
Balance at the end of the period | $ 23,535 | $ 2,564 | |
Reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 22,602 | $ 1,624 | |
Restricted cash included in prepaid expenses and other current assets | 63 | 24 | |
Restricted cash included in other non-current assets | 870 | 916 | |
Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $ 23,535 | $ 2,564 | |
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures: Net Debt
Net debt is a non-GAAP financial measure that management uses in evaluating financial position. Net debt is defined as long-term debt less cash and cash equivalents. Management believes net debt is an important measure of the Company's financial position due to the amount of cash and cash equivalents on hand. The presentation of this measure is not intended to be considered in isolation from, as a substitute for, or as superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with
NINE MONTHS ENDED | |||
2024 | 2023 | ||
(In millions) | |||
Total debt | $ 50.0 | $ 51.3 | |
Less: cash and cash equivalents | $ (22.6) | $ (1.6) | |
Less: highly liquid short-term investments (1) | $ (4.9) | $ — | |
Net debt | $ 22.5 | $ 49.7 | |
(1) Investments with original maturities greater than 3 months but less than one year are included in prepaid expenses and other current assets on the balance sheet. If the original maturity is 3 months or less it is included within cash and cash equivalents.
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