HYSTER-YALE MATERIALS HANDLING ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2023 RESULTS
- Consolidated revenues increased by 19% in Q3 2023 compared to Q3 2022.
- Lift Truck operating profit and margin were significantly ahead of expectations.
- Average sales price per backlog unit increased by 21% over Q3 2022.
- Consolidated net income was $35.8 million.
- Full-year 2024 results are expected to be similar to 2023.
- None.
Q3 2023 Highlights:
- Consolidated revenues of
increased$1.0 billion 19% over Q3 2022 due to higher sales volumes, favorable pricing and currency movements - Consolidated operating profit of
compared with a Q3 2022 loss$58.6 million - Lift Truck operating profit and margin of
and$65.1 million 6.8% were significantly ahead of expectations due to higher product margins and lower operating expenses than anticipated - Average sales price per backlog unit increased
21% over Q3 2022 and7% over Q2 2023 - Bolzoni operating profit of
compared with a Q3 2022 loss$2.9 million - Consolidated net income of
and 9/30/23 LTM net income of$35.8 million $108.3 million - Full-year 2024 results expected to be similar to 2023
Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||||||
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Diluted Earnings (Loss)/share |
Lift Truck Business Results
Revenues and shipments by geographic segment were as follows:
($ in millions) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | |||
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EMEA(1) | ||||||
JAPIC(1) |
(1) The |
(Rounded to nearest hundred) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | Q2 2023 | Change | ||||
Unit Shipments | 25,700 | 24,500 | 1,200 | 27,700 | (2,000) | ||||
| 17,100 | 13,900 | 3,200 | 18,300 | (1,200) | ||||
EMEA | 5,900 | 7,100 | (1,200) | 7,000 | (1,100) | ||||
JAPIC | 2,700 | 3,500 | (800) | 2,400 | 300 |
Third-quarter 2023 Lift Truck revenues increased
Unit shipments decreased
Gross profit and operating profit (loss) by geographic segment were as follows:
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EMEA | ||||||
JAPIC | ||||||
Operating Profit (Loss) | ||||||
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EMEA | ||||||
JAPIC |
Third-quarter 2023 Lift Truck operating profit increased substantially over the prior year, resulting in a
The Company's third-quarter results were significantly ahead of the expectations provided in the second-quarter earnings release. Better-than-expected product margins, higher parts sales and lower operating expenses drove the improved profit.
Geographically, the
EMEA reported a
JAPIC's third-quarter 2023 gross profit improved over the prior year due to a favorable sales mix and lower material and freight costs. These improvements more than offset higher manufacturing costs and the effect of lower unit volumes. JAPIC revenue and shipments decreased year-over-year largely due to strong prior-year shipments combined with unfavorable 2023 lead times on products sourced from other regions. Operating results improved modestly over 2022 as increased gross profit was mostly offset by higher operating expenses.
Bolzoni Results
($ in millions) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | |||
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Gross Profit | ||||||
Operating Profit |
Bolzoni's 2023 third-quarter revenues increased by nearly
Nuvera Results
($ in millions) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | |||
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Gross Profit (Loss) | ||||||
Operating Loss |
Nuvera's third-quarter 2023 revenues increased over the prior year due to the shipment of 12 engines required for a hydrogen bus fleet build. This growth was partly offset by lower after-market component and engine sales to the Lift Truck Business. The operating loss increased year-over-year largely due to increased product development and higher employee-related costs.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity
($ in millions) | September 30, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | Change | ||
Debt | |||||
Cash | 78.2 | 65.7 | 12.5 | ||
Net Debt |
During third-quarter 2023, the Company reduced its net debt by
Third-quarter 2023's debt to total capital ratio of
The Company had unused borrowing capacity of approximately
Third-quarter 2023 total inventory and days inventory outstanding decreased modestly from second-quarter 2023 levels. Finished goods inventory decreased while raw materials inventory increased primarily due to production challenges in EMEA. The Company remains focused on reducing inventory days on hand as production rates increase.
Market Commentary
Many external market factors, including geopolitical instability, most recently evidenced by the
The latest publicly available lift truck market data indicates that new unit, second-quarter 2023 booking activity decreased in all major geographies except
Looking ahead, the fourth-quarter 2023 global lift truck market is expected to decline from fourth-quarter 2022. In 2024, global market bookings are expected to be generally comparable to 2023 levels, with an anticipated first-half decline expected to be offset by a second-half increase. For both full-year 2023 and 2024, market unit volumes are projected to remain strong and above pre-pandemic levels in most regions.
Consolidated Strategic Perspective
The Company believes the improving 2023 results are due to actions taken since the global pandemic began. These actions include the implementation of key strategies, projects and significant process improvements, all of which better position the Company for substantial longer-term growth. The Company believes that its mature Lift Truck and Bolzoni businesses are the foundation for this improvement, while the Nuvera Fuel Cell business' substantial growth prospects are expected to be realized in future years.
Operational Perspectives - Lift Truck Business
Lift Truck unit bookings and backlog were as follows:
($ in millions, except Avg. sales price) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Change | Q2 2023 | Change | |
Unit Bookings | 18,200 | 20,700 | (2,500) | 21,300 | (3,100) | |
Unit Bookings $ Value | ||||||
Average Sales Price/Unit booked | ||||||
Unit Backlog** | 85,300 | 108,200 | (22,900) | 92,800 | (7,500) | |
Unit Backlog $ Value** | ||||||
Average Sales Price/Unit of backlog |
**As of September 30, 2023, June 30, 2023, and September 30, 2022, Unit Backlogs were reduced by 2,300 units, 2,500 units and 2,600 units, respectively, while Unit Backlog $ values were reduced by |
The Company's third-quarter 2023 lift truck bookings decreased
Consolidated fourth-quarter 2023 shipments are anticipated to decrease modestly compared with the prior-year period, with a moderate increase in
The trend of higher average unit backlog prices and margins continued in the third quarter largely due to benefits from prior-year pricing implemented to offset inflation. Third-quarter 2023 average booking prices were flat compared with second-quarter 2023 and declined modestly versus the prior year largely due to product mix. Material costs have generally stabilized. Forward economic indicators suggest some nominal inflationary increases, particularly for labor costs, in fourth-quarter 2023 and full-year 2024. The Company expects to maintain its strong price-to-cost ratio in the remainder of 2023 and into 2024 as the higher-priced backlog is shipped. Overall, the Company believes average unit margins will improve in fourth-quarter 2023 over the prior-year and remain at sound levels throughout 2024. Anticipated increases in labor and overhead costs are projected to erode the favorable price-to-cost ratio over 2024, resulting in modestly lower gross margins compared with 2023. The Company continues to monitor labor and material costs closely, as well as the impact of tariffs and competition, and will adjust forward pricing accordingly.
The factors outlined above, as well as the benefits from the Company's maturing strategic initiatives, are expected to lead to an increase in fourth-quarter 2023 Lift Truck revenues and operating profit compared with the prior year. Fourth-quarter 2023 operating profit is expected to decrease from the strong third-quarter due to an anticipated mix shift toward lower margin sales channels, higher labor and manufacturing costs and increased operating expenses. Looking forward, the Lift Truck business expects an increase in 2024 revenues, while operating profit is expected to be similar to 2023. These forecasts, however, are highly sensitive to, in particular, the impact of global supply chain adjustments and the Company's production capabilities.
Strategic Perspectives - Lift Truck
From a broad perspective, the Lift Truck business has three core strategies that are expected to transform the Company's competitiveness, market position and economic performance over time:
- Provide products that improve customer productivity at the lowest cost of ownership, including for low-intensity applications. The Lift Truck business' capabilities in this area are expected to be enhanced by bringing to market a wide variety of vehicle innovations, including new modular and scalable product families, truck electrification projects and technology advancements in operator assist systems (OAS), power options and vehicle automation;
- Be the leader in the delivery of industry- and customer-focused solutions by transforming the Company's sales approach to ensure it meets a wide variety of customer needs across a broad set of end markets; and
- Be the leader in independent distribution by focusing on effectively coordinating dealer and major account coverage, enhancing dealer excellence and ensuring outstanding dealer ownership globally.
The Company continues to make progress on its high priority projects. Over the past two years, the Company launched its heart-of-the-line modular, scalable 2- to 3.5-ton internal combustion engine lift trucks in the EMEA and
The Lift Truck business has key projects which include electrifying trucks used for applications now dominated by internal combustion engine trucks that capitalize on advancements in electric powertrain options. The Company currently has its first electrified fuel cell Container Handler operating at the Port of
Operational and Strategic Perspectives - Bolzoni
Bolzoni anticipates a modest revenue decline in fourth-quarter 2023 compared with fourth-quarter 2022 resulting from a projected market decline. Despite the anticipated revenue decrease, operating profit is expected to increase over the prior year fourth quarter due to ongoing strict cost controls. Fourth-quarter 2023 operating profit is projected to be comparable to third-quarter 2023. In 2024, Bolzoni expects comparable revenues to 2023. Operating profit is expected to increase year-over-year as improved unit margins are anticipated to more than offset higher costs.
Bolzoni's core strategy is to be the leader in the attachments business. In this context, Bolzoni continues to concentrate on driving its "One Company - 3 Brands" approach globally, increasing its
Operational and Strategic Perspectives - Nuvera
Nuvera's core strategy is to be a leader in the heavy-duty fuel cell market. Nuvera continues to focus on placing 45kW and 60kW fuel cell engines in heavy-duty vehicle applications for which battery-only electrification does not provide an adequate solution. As a result, these applications are expected to have significant and nearer-term fuel cell adoption potential. Nuvera has announced several projects with various third parties to test Nuvera® engines in targeted applications, including the Port of
During the fourth quarter of 2023 and in 2024, Nuvera plans to focus on increasing customer product demonstrations and customer bookings. Nuvera is expanding its presence in
Consolidated Outlook
At the consolidated level, fourth-quarter 2023 operating profit and net income are expected to improve significantly over a profitable fourth-quarter 2022, although not to the level of third-quarter 2023. In 2024, the Company expects operating profit and net income to be similar to 2023. The Company made solid progress toward its
The programs to reduce inventory and generate cash are anticipated to show further progress in fourth-quarter 2023 and 2024. The Company is committed to reducing its leverage and enhancing its cash flows through ongoing working capital action plans and continued discipline over capital expenditures and operating expenses. Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately
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Conference Call
In conjunction with this news release, the management of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. will host a conference call on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the live call, please register more than 15 minutes in advance at https://conferencingportals.com/event/rTqsWwrU to obtain the dial-in information and conference call access codes. For those not planning to ask a question of management, the Company recommends listening to the call via the online webcast, which can be accessed through Hyster-Yale's website at https://www.hyster-yale.com/investors. Please allow 15 minutes to register, download and install any necessary audio software required to listen to the webcast. A replay of the conference call will be available shortly after the call ends through November 8, 2023. An archive of the webcast will also be available on the Company's website two hours after the live call ends. Further information regarding the Company's strategic initiatives can also be found in the Company's Q3 2023 Investor Deck that will be made available on the Hyster-Yale website.
Non-GAAP and Other Measures
This release contains non-GAAP financial measures. Included in this release are reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with
For purposes of this news release, discussions about net income (loss) refer to net income (loss) attributable to stockholders.
Forward-looking Statements Disclaimer
The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements." 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. Among the factors that could cause plans, actions and results to differ materially from current expectations are, without limitation: (1) delays in delivery and other supply chain disruptions, or increases in costs as a result of inflation or otherwise, including materials, critical components and transportation costs and shortages, the imposition of tariffs, or the renewal of tariff exclusions, on raw materials or sourced products, and labor, or changes in or unavailability of quality suppliers or transporters, including the impacts of the foregoing risks on the Company's liquidity, (2) delays in manufacturing and delivery schedules, (3) customer acceptance of pricing, (4) the ability of Hyster-Yale and its dealers, suppliers and end-users to access credit in the current economic environment, or obtain financing at reasonable rates, or at all, as a result of interest rate volatility and current economic and market conditions, including inflation, (5) reduction in demand for lift trucks, attachments and related aftermarket parts and service on a global basis, including any reduction in demand as a result of an economic recession, (6) unfavorable effects of geopolitical and legislative developments on global operations, including without limitation the entry into new trade agreements and the imposition of tariffs and/or economic sanctions, including the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (the "UFLPA") which could impact our imports from
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||
September 30 | September 30 | ||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
(In millions, except per share data) | |||||||
Revenues | $ 1,001.2 | $ 840.1 | $ 3,091.1 | $ 2,563.1 | |||
Cost of sales | 797.6 | 753.2 | 2,515.2 | 2,275.9 | |||
Gross Profit | 203.6 | 86.9 | 575.9 | 287.2 | |||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 145.0 | 111.8 | 415.9 | 346.1 | |||
Operating Profit (Loss) | 58.6 | (24.9) | 160.0 | (58.9) | |||
Other (income) expense | |||||||
Interest expense | 9.6 | 7.7 | 28.2 | 18.9 | |||
Income from unconsolidated affiliates | (2.9) | (2.6) | (7.8) | (9.6) | |||
Other, net | (0.7) | 2.4 | 0.3 | 7.3 | |||
Income (Loss) before Income Taxes | 52.6 | (32.4) | 139.3 | (75.5) | |||
Income tax expense | 16.2 | 4.2 | 36.9 | 4.0 | |||
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests | (0.1) | (0.1) | (0.3) | (1.6) | |||
Net income attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests | (0.3) | (0.3) | (0.7) | (0.3) | |||
Accrued dividend to redeemable noncontrolling interests | (0.2) | (0.3) | (0.7) | (0.3) | |||
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Stockholders | $ 35.8 | $ (37.3) | $ 100.7 | $ (81.7) | |||
Basic Earnings (Loss) per Share | $ 2.08 | $ (2.20) | $ 5.88 | $ (4.84) | |||
Diluted Earnings (Loss) per Share | $ 2.06 | $ (2.20) | $ 5.82 | $ (4.84) | |||
Basic Weighted Average Shares Outstanding | 17.175 | 16.920 | 17.122 | 16.890 | |||
Diluted Weighted Average Shares Outstanding | 17.413 | 16.920 | 17.315 | 16.890 | |||
EBITDA RECONCILIATION | |||||||||
Quarter Ended | |||||||||
12/31/2022 | 3/31/2023 | 6/30/2023 | 9/30/2023 | LTM | |||||
(In millions) | |||||||||
Net Income Attributable to Stockholders | $ 7.6 | $ 26.6 | $ 38.3 | $ 35.8 | $ 108.3 | ||||
Noncontrolling interest income and dividends | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 2.0 | ||||
Income tax expense | 5.2 | 8.7 | 12.0 | 16.2 | 42.1 | ||||
Interest expense | 9.5 | 10.2 | 8.4 | 9.6 | 37.7 | ||||
Interest income | (0.3) | (0.6) | (0.6) | (0.7) | (2.2) | ||||
Depreciation and amortization expense | 10.4 | 11.2 | 11.3 | 11.3 | 44.2 | ||||
EBITDA* | $ 32.7 | $ 56.7 | $ 69.9 | $ 72.8 | $ 232.1 | ||||
*EBITDA in this press release is provided solely as a supplemental disclosure. EBITDA does not represent net income (loss), as defined by GAAP, and should not be considered as a substitute for net income or net loss, or as an indicator of operating performance. Hyster-Yale defines EBITDA as income (loss) before income taxes and noncontrolling interest income and dividends plus net interest expense and depreciation and amortization expense. EBITDA is not a measurement under GAAP and is not necessarily comparable with similarly titled measures of other companies. |
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Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||
September 30 | September 30 | ||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
(In millions) | |||||||
Revenues | |||||||
| $ 716.5 | $ 571.3 | $ 2,190.9 | $ 1,725.6 | |||
EMEA | 183.9 | 159.4 | 599.4 | 513.9 | |||
JAPIC | 51.6 | 65.5 | 149.1 | 182.1 | |||
Lift Truck Business | $ 952.0 | $ 796.2 | $ 2,939.4 | $ 2,421.6 | |||
Bolzoni | 92.8 | 82.2 | 288.0 | 263.7 | |||
Nuvera | 1.5 | 1.2 | 4.1 | 2.1 | |||
Eliminations | (45.1) | (39.5) | (140.4) | (124.3) | |||
Total | $ 1,001.2 | $ 840.1 | $ 3,091.1 | $ 2,563.1 | |||
Gross profit (loss) | |||||||
| $ 149.2 | $ 60.2 | $ 413.8 | $ 193.3 | |||
EMEA | 29.4 | 8.3 | 83.4 | 34.0 | |||
JAPIC | 7.4 | 6.1 | 21.4 | 14.5 | |||
Lift Truck Business | $ 186.0 | $ 74.6 | $ 518.6 | $ 241.8 | |||
Bolzoni | 19.5 | 13.7 | 62.8 | 51.4 | |||
Nuvera | (1.9) | (2.0) | (5.8) | (5.5) | |||
Eliminations | — | 0.6 | 0.3 | (0.5) | |||
Total | $ 203.6 | $ 86.9 | $ 575.9 | $ 287.2 | |||
Operating profit (loss) | |||||||
| $ 65.4 | $ 0.9 | $ 178.1 | $ 8.4 | |||
EMEA | 2.4 | (13.2) | 6.1 | (35.4) | |||
JAPIC | (2.7) | (2.9) | (8.8) | (10.6) | |||
Lift Truck Business | $ 65.1 | $ (15.2) | $ 175.4 | $ (37.6) | |||
Bolzoni | 2.9 | (1.3) | 12.7 | 4.2 | |||
Nuvera | (9.4) | (9.0) | (28.4) | (25.0) | |||
Eliminations | — | 0.6 | 0.3 | (0.5) | |||
Total | $ 58.6 | $ (24.9) | $ 160.0 | $ (58.9) |
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS | |||||||
CASH FLOW, CAPITAL STRUCTURE AND WORKING CAPITAL | |||||||
Nine Months Ended | |||||||
September 30 | |||||||
2023 | 2022 | ||||||
(In millions) | |||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities | $ 105.1 | $ 34.3 | |||||
Net cash used for investing activities | (19.8) | (27.2) | |||||
Cash Flow Before Financing Activities | $ 85.3 | $ 7.1 | |||||
September 30, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | ||||
(In millions) | |||||||
Debt | $ 510.6 | $ 542.3 | $ 560.6 | $ 552.9 | |||
Cash | 78.2 | 65.7 | 64.6 | 59.0 | |||
Net Debt | $ 432.4 | $ 476.6 | $ 496.0 | $ 493.9 | |||
September 30, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | ||||
(In millions) | |||||||
Accounts Receivable | $ 512.0 | $ 582.1 | $ 535.9 | $ 523.6 | |||
Inventory | 815.4 | 820.1 | 854.7 | 799.5 | |||
Accounts Payable | 549.6 | 593.2 | 627.6 | 607.4 | |||
Working Capital | $ 777.8 | $ 809.0 | $ 763.0 | $ 715.7 | |||
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