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Ituran Location and Control Ltd. (NASDAQ: ITRN) is a leading Israeli provider of stolen vehicle recovery and tracking services, as well as GPS wireless communications products. Traded on NASDAQ and included in the TA-100 Index, Ituran operates primarily in the Telematics services and Telematics products segments. Its services include stolen vehicle recovery, fleet management, personal advanced locator services, and concierge services. The company is a significant player in the telematics industry, offering a range of machine-to-machine wireless communications products for applications such as automatic vehicle location and identification.
In recent quarters, Ituran has demonstrated robust growth. The company reported record revenues of $81.6 million for the second quarter of 2023, marking an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2022. Notably, 72% of these revenues were derived from subscription fees, reflecting the company's strong recurring revenue model. Ituran's gross profit for the quarter was $38.7 million, with a gross margin on subscription revenues of 57.3%, highlighting its profitability in services.
The company's subscriber base has been expanding significantly, reaching 2.2 million subscribers by the end of September 2023. This growth is fueled by increasing demand for its value-added telematics services, particularly in Latin America, evidenced by partnerships like the one with Santander Bank. The third quarter of 2023 saw revenues of $81.1 million, with a continued rise in subscription fees contributing to sustained profitability and a net income of $12.5 million.
Despite global challenges and regional conflicts, Ituran has managed to maintain operational stability. For instance, during the recent conflict in Israel, the company confirmed that its operations remained unaffected and continued to support its employees' safety and wellbeing.
Looking ahead, Ituran has set ambitious targets for growth. For 2024, the company expects to add 35,000 to 40,000 new subscribers per quarter and aims to achieve an EBITDA of $90-95 million, with plans to surpass $100 million in EBITDA by 2025. The company has also increased its quarterly dividend to $8 million, reflecting confidence in its ongoing profitability and strong cash flow.
Ituran employs approximately 2,800 people globally and operates in over 20 countries, with major markets in Israel, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and the United States. For more information, visit www.ituran.com.
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. (NASDAQ: ITRN) has announced a cash dividend of $0.14 per share, amounting to approximately US$3 million. Shareholders of record as of March 21, 2023 will receive the dividend on April 4, 2023, with a tax deduction of 25%. The Board of Directors confirmed this decision after ensuring that the distribution would not compromise the company's operations. Following the payment, retained earnings will be US$166 million, down from US$169 million. The company holds a cash balance of US$27.9 million, alongside US$12.2 million in credit facilities, maintaining a solid financial position.
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. (NASDAQ: ITRN) reported strong financial results for Q4 and FY 2022, with a record revenue of $293.1 million, an 8% year-over-year increase. The subscriber base grew by 185,000 in 2022, reaching a total of 2,066,000 subscribers. Net income rose 8% to $37.1 million. In Q4 alone, revenue was $74.9 million, up 7%, with net income stable at $9.6 million. Management anticipates 2023 subscriber growth of 180,000 to 200,000. The company issued $12 million in dividends and conducted share buybacks worth $8.4 million in 2022, ending the year with $16 million in net cash.
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