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Methode Electronics, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Financial Results

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Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) reported fiscal 2025 Q1 results with net sales of $258.5 million, down from $289.7 million in Q1 2024. The company posted a net loss of $18.3 million, or $0.52 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $0.9 million in the same quarter last year. Adjusted net loss was $10.9 million, or $0.31 per diluted share. Despite challenges, net cash provided by operating activities improved to $10.9 million, up from -$5.6 million in the prior year. Methode affirmed its fiscal 2025 guidance, expecting net sales similar to fiscal 2024 and adjusted pre-tax income approaching breakeven. The company also announced the appointment of Laura Kowalchik as CFO, effective October 1, 2024.

Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) ha riportato i risultati del primo trimestre dell'anno fiscale 2025 con vendite nette di 258,5 milioni di dollari, in calo rispetto ai 289,7 milioni di dollari nel primo trimestre del 2024. L'azienda ha registrato una perdita netta di 18,3 milioni di dollari, ovvero 0,52 dollari per azione diluiti, rispetto a un reddito netto di 0,9 milioni di dollari nello stesso trimestre dell'anno scorso. La perdita netta rettificata è stata di 10,9 milioni di dollari, o 0,31 dollari per azione diluiti. Nonostante le difficoltà, il flusso di cassa netto generato dalle attività operative è migliorato a 10,9 milioni di dollari, rispetto ai -5,6 milioni di dollari dell'anno precedente. Methode ha confermato le previsioni per l'anno fiscale 2025, aspettandosi vendite nette simili a quelle del 2024 e un reddito lordo rettificato in avvicinamento al pareggio. L'azienda ha anche annunciato la nomina di Laura Kowalchik come CFO, che entrerà in carica il 1° ottobre 2024.

Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) reportó los resultados del primer trimestre del año fiscal 2025 con ventas netas de 258.5 millones de dólares, una disminución con respecto a los 289.7 millones de dólares en el primer trimestre de 2024. La empresa registró una pérdida neta de 18.3 millones de dólares, o 0.52 dólares por acción diluida, en comparación con un ingreso neto de 0.9 millones de dólares en el mismo trimestre del año pasado. La pérdida neta ajustada fue de 10.9 millones de dólares, o 0.31 dólares por acción diluida. A pesar de los desafíos, el flujo de efectivo neto proporcionado por las actividades operativas mejoró a 10.9 millones de dólares, en comparación con -5.6 millones de dólares del año anterior. Methode reafirmó su guía para el año fiscal 2025, esperando ventas netas similares a las del año fiscal 2024 y un ingreso antes de impuestos ajustado acercándose al equilibrio. La compañía también anunció el nombramiento de Laura Kowalchik como CFO, que será efectiva el 1 de octubre de 2024.

Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI)는 2025 회계연도 1분기 실적을 보고하며 순매출 2억 5850만 달러를 기록했으며, 이는 2024년 1분기 2억 8970만 달러에서 감소한 수치입니다. 회사는 순손실 1830만 달러, 즉 주당 희석 손실 0.52 달러를 기록했으며, 이는 지난해 같은 분기의 순이익 90만 달러와 비교되는 수치입니다. 조정된 순손실은 1090만 달러, 즉 주당 희석 손실 0.31 달러였습니다. 어려움에도 불구하고 운영 활동에서 제공된 순 현금이 1090만 달러로 개선되었습니다, 이는 전년도 -560만 달러에서 증가한 것입니다. Methode는 2025 회계연도 가이드를 확정하며 2024 회계연도의 순매출과 유사하며, 조정된 세전 이익은 손익 분기점에 다가가기를 기대하고 있습니다. 회사는 또한 2024년 10월 1일부터 CFO로 Laura Kowalchik을 임명했다고 발표했습니다.

Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) a publié ses résultats pour le premier trimestre de l'exercice 2025 avec des ventes nettes de 258,5 millions de dollars, en baisse par rapport à 289,7 millions de dollars au premier trimestre 2024. L'entreprise a enregistré une perte nette de 18,3 millions de dollars, soit 0,52 dollar par action diluée, contre un bénéfice net de 0,9 million de dollars au même trimestre l'année dernière. La perte nette ajustée a été de 10,9 millions de dollars, soit 0,31 dollar par action diluée. Malgré les difficultés, la trésorerie nette générée par les activités d'exploitation s'est améliorée pour atteindre 10,9 millions de dollars, contre -5,6 millions de dollars l'année précédente. Methode a confirmé ses prévisions pour l'exercice 2025, s'attendant à des ventes nettes similaires à celles de l'exercice 2024 et à un bénéfice avant impôts ajusté approchant le seuil de rentabilité. L'entreprise a également annoncé la nomination de Laura Kowalchik en tant que CFO, à compter du 1er octobre 2024.

Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) hat die Ergebnisse für das erste Quartal des Geschäftsjahres 2025 veröffentlicht, mit Nettoverkaufszahlen von 258,5 Millionen Dollar, im Vergleich zu 289,7 Millionen Dollar im ersten Quartal 2024. Das Unternehmen verzeichnete einen Nettoverlust von 18,3 Millionen Dollar, oder 0,52 Dollar pro verwässerter Aktie, im Vergleich zu einem Nettoergebnis von 0,9 Millionen Dollar im gleichen Quartal des Vorjahres. Der bereinigte Nettoverlust betrug 10,9 Millionen Dollar oder 0,31 Dollar pro verwässerter Aktie. Trotz der Herausforderungen verbesserte sich der Nettobetrag aus den operativen Aktivitäten auf 10,9 Millionen Dollar, nach -5,6 Millionen Dollar im Vorjahr. Methode bestätigte die Prognose für das Geschäftsjahr 2025 und erwartet Nettoverkäufe, die den Zahlen von 2024 ähnlich sind, und einen bereinigten Gewinn vor Steuern, der nahe der Gewinnschwelle liegt. Das Unternehmen gab auch die Ernennung von Laura Kowalchik zur CFO bekannt, die am 1. Oktober 2024 wirksam wird.

Positive
  • Net cash provided by operating activities improved by $16.5 million to $10.9 million
  • Electric and hybrid vehicle applications accounted for 18% of net sales
  • Over $80 million in new program awards
  • Adjusted pre-tax loss was better than company expectations
  • Affirmed guidance for fiscal years 2025 and 2026
Negative
  • Net sales decreased to $258.5 million from $289.7 million in Q1 2024
  • Reported a net loss of $18.3 million, compared to a net income of $0.9 million in Q1 2024
  • Pre-tax loss of $13.1 million; Adjusted pre-tax loss of $9.1 million
  • Tax expense of $5.2 million due to an increase in valuation allowance for U.S deferred tax assets
  • Debt increased to $296.0 million from $330.9 million at the end of fiscal 2024

Insights

Methode Electronics' Q1 FY2025 results paint a mixed picture. While net sales declined 10.8% year-over-year to $258.5 million, the adjusted pre-tax loss of $9.1 million was better than expected. The company's transition from legacy programs to new ones is causing short-term pain, but there are positive signs:

  • Improved cash flow: Net cash from operations up $16.5 million
  • Solid bookings and rebounding EV activity
  • Affirmation of FY2025 and FY2026 guidance

However, challenges remain, including automotive and commercial vehicle market headwinds and a significant tax expense due to U.S. deferred tax asset valuation. The appointment of a new CFO and focus on cost management could help navigate these hurdles.

Methode's Q1 results reflect the ongoing transition in the automotive sector. The 14.8% decrease in Automotive segment sales, primarily due to an EV lighting program roll-off in Asia, highlights the volatility in the EV market. However, the 18% of net sales from electric and hybrid vehicle applications signals continued momentum in this space.

The company's focus on program launches and cost recovery actions is crucial, given the challenges in the automotive supply chain. The over $80 million in program awards suggests future growth potential, but successful execution of these launches will be key to improving profitability in the coming quarters.

Methode's Q1 results and outlook highlight a company in transition, balancing short-term challenges with long-term opportunities. The affirmation of guidance for FY2025 and FY2026, despite current headwinds, suggests management's confidence in their strategy. Key points for investors to watch:

  • Execution of new program launches
  • Success of cost recovery actions
  • Progress in EV-related sales
  • Impact of new executive team members

The company's focus on cash generation and balance sheet management is prudent given the current environment. While the near-term may remain challenging, Methode's positioning in growth markets like EV and data centers could drive long-term value creation if executed successfully.

  • Adjusted Pre-Tax Loss Better than Expected
  • Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities Up $16.5 Million
  • Guidance for Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026 Affirmed
  • Laura Kowalchik Appointed Chief Financial Officer
  • Over $80 Million in Program Awards

CHICAGO, Sept. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), a leading global supplier of custom-engineered solutions for user interface, LED lighting and power distribution applications, today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 ended July 27, 2024.

Fiscal First Quarter 2025 Highlights

  • Net sales were $258.5 million
  • Electric and hybrid vehicle applications were 18% of net sales
  • Pre-tax loss was $13.1 million; Adjusted pre-tax loss was $9.1 million
  • Tax expense of $5.2 million primarily due to an increase in valuation allowance for U.S deferred tax assets
  • Net loss was $18.3 million, or $0.52 per diluted share
  • Adjusted net loss was $10.9 million, or $0.31 per diluted share
  • Net cash provided by operating activities was $10.9 million, up from ($5.6) million in the prior year

The company announced on August 28, 2024, that Laura Kowalchik was appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1, 2024. Ms. Kowalchik will succeed David Rawden, who has served as Interim CFO since July 12, 2024.

Management Comments
President and Chief Executive Officer Jon DeGaynor said, “Our sales in the quarter were on track with our expectations, while our adjusted pre-tax loss was better than our expectations. We continue to navigate a challenging transition from our legacy programs to the launching of a multitude of new programs. Our bookings remained solid, and our EV activity rebounded from our previous quarter.”

Mr. DeGaynor added, “Several of our key markets, including automotive and commercial vehicles, are experiencing well-publicized headwinds. However, we are maintaining our previous fiscal 2025 guidance based on the current forecasts from our customer base. Lastly, we continue to have an acute focus on our balance sheet and cash generation, including an improvement of over $16 million in net cash from operations in the quarter.”

Mr. DeGaynor concluded, “Looking forward, Methode is on a journey to transform its business while positioning it for long-term value creation. For now, our immediate focus is on executing program launches and taking swift actions to address execution and costs. As we succeed in those areas, our strategy will follow in due course. Just as important, we are systematically building an executive team including a new CFO and CPO to support the tackling of these challenges.”

Consolidated Fiscal First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Methode's net sales were $258.5 million, compared to $289.7 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The decrease was mainly driven by lower sales in Asia due to a previously disclosed automotive program roll-off and weakness in commercial vehicle lighting, partially offset by higher automotive sales in Europe. Excluding foreign currency translation, net sales were down 10.2% compared to the same quarter of fiscal 2024.

Loss from operations was $7.5 million, compared to income of $3.8 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The decrease was primarily due to the lower sales volume and higher costs due to automotive program launches. Adjusted loss from operations, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $4.7 million, down from adjusted income of $5.3 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The adjusted loss from operations excluded expenses of $2.2 million for transformation costs and $0.6 million in restructuring costs and asset impairment charges.

Net loss was $18.3 million or $0.52 per diluted share, compared to net income of $0.9 million or $0.02 per diluted share in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The lower net income was primarily driven by lower income from operations, higher tax expense, and higher net interest expense. Adjusted net loss, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $10.9 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net income of $2.0 million or $0.06 per diluted share in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The adjusted net loss excluded expenses of $4.3 million for a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets, $1.7 million for transformation costs, $0.9 million for a write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs, and $0.5 million in restructuring costs and asset impairment charges.

EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization of Intangibles), a non-GAAP financial measure, was $5.8 million, compared to $17.8 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $9.8 million, compared to $19.3 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. The adjusted EBITDA excluded expenses of $2.2 million for transformation costs, $1.2 million for a write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs and $0.6 million for restructuring costs and asset impairment charges.

Debt was $296.0 million at the end of the quarter, compared to $330.9 million at the end of fiscal 2024. Net debt, a non-GAAP financial measure defined as debt less cash and cash equivalents, was $184.7 million, compared to $169.4 million at the end of fiscal 2024. The company was in compliance with all debt covenants at the end of the quarter.

Net cash provided by operating activities was $10.9 million for the quarter, compared to a negative $5.6 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024. Free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure defined as net cash provided by operating activities less purchases of property, plant, and equipment, was a negative $2.7 million, compared to a negative $19.4 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024.

The company purchased and retired 136,000 shares of stock for $1.6 million in the quarter. As of July 27, 2024, a total of 3,553,961 shares were purchased under the 2021 buyback authorization at a total cost of $134.6 million. The 2021 buyback authorization expired on June 14, 2024.

Segment Fiscal First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Comparing the Automotive segment’s quarter to the same quarter of fiscal 2024,

  • Net sales were $134.8 million, down from $158.3 million. Net sales decreased by $23.5 million or 14.8% mainly due to lower volume in Asia. In Asia, the lower sales were mainly related to a previously disclosed EV lighting program roll-off. The lower sales were partially offset by higher volume in Europe driven by program ramp ups. Also contributing to the net sales decline was unfavorable foreign currency translation of $0.9 million.
  • Loss from operations was $5.7 million, or 4.2% of net sales, compared to $2.8 million or 1.8% of net sales in the prior year quarter, primarily due to the lower sales volume. The loss was also driven by higher costs due to automotive program launches.

Comparing the Industrial segment’s quarter to the same quarter of fiscal 2024,

  • Net sales were $111.5 million, down from $115.4 million. Net sales decreased by $3.9 million or 3.4% driven mainly by lower demand for lighting products in the commercial vehicle and off-road equipment markets, which was partially offset by higher sales of power distribution products for electric vehicles and data centers. Also contributing to the net sales decline was unfavorable foreign currency translation of $0.7 million.
  • Income from operations was $16.9 million, down from $24.2 million. Income from operations was 15.2% of net sales, down from 21.0% primarily due to legal fees related to Hetronic litigation with a former distributor and the lower net sales.

Comparing the Interface segment’s quarter to the same quarter of fiscal 2024,

  • Net sales were $12.2 million, down from $15.2 million. The decrease was mainly due to lower volume of touch panels for appliances and transceivers for servers.
  • Income from operations was $1.9 million, down from $2.9 million. Income from operations was 15.6% of net sales, down from 19.1%. Both decreases were mainly due to lower sales volume.

Guidance
For fiscal 2025, the company affirmed its expectation for net sales to be similar to fiscal 2024 and adjusted pre-tax income to be approaching breakeven. The company reiterated that adjusted pre-tax income for the second half of fiscal 2025 is expected to be significantly stronger than the first half. For fiscal 2026, the company affirmed its expectation for net sales to be greater than fiscal 2025 and pre-tax income to be positive and notably greater than fiscal 2025.

The guidance is subject to change due to a variety of factors including the successful launch of multiple new programs, the ultimate take rates on new EV programs, success and timing of cost recovery actions, inflation, global economic instability, supply chain disruptions, transformation and restructuring efforts, potential impairments and any acquisitions or divestitures.

Conference Call
The company will conduct a conference call and webcast to review financial and operational highlights led by its Chief Executive Officer, Jon DeGaynor, and Interim Chief Financial Officer, David Rawden, today at 10:00 a.m. CDT.

To participate in the conference call, please dial 888-506-0062 (domestic) or 973-528-0011 (international) at least five minutes prior to the start of the event. A simultaneous webcast can be accessed through the company’s website, www.methode.com, on the Investors page.

A replay of the teleconference will be available shortly after the call through September 19, 2024, by dialing 877-481-4010 and providing passcode 51071. A webcast replay will also be available on the company’s website, www.methode.com, on the Investors page.

About Methode Electronics, Inc.
Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is a leading global supplier of custom-engineered solutions with sales, engineering and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia. We design, engineer, and produce mechatronic products for OEMs utilizing our broad range of technologies for user interface, LED lighting system, power distribution and sensor applications.

Our solutions are found in the end markets of transportation (including automotive, commercial vehicle, e-bike, aerospace, bus, and rail), cloud computing infrastructure, construction equipment, and consumer appliances. Our business is managed on a segment basis, with those segments being Automotive, Industrial, and Interface.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To supplement the company's financial statements presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”), Methode uses Adjusted Net Income (Loss), Adjusted Earnings (Loss) Per Share, Adjusted Pre-Tax Income (Loss), Adjusted Income (Loss) from Operations, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Net Debt and Free Cash Flow as non-GAAP measures. Reconciliation to the nearest GAAP measures of all non-GAAP measures included in this press release can be found at the end of this release. Methode's definitions of these non-GAAP measures may differ from similarly titled measures used by others. These non-GAAP measures should be considered supplemental to, and not a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. The company believes that these non-GAAP measures are useful because they (i) provide both management and investors meaningful supplemental information regarding financial performance by excluding certain expenses and benefits that may not be indicative of recurring core business operating results, (ii) permit investors to view Methode's performance using the same tools that management uses to evaluate its past performance, reportable business segments and prospects for future performance, (iii) are commonly used by other companies in our industry and provide a comparison for investors to the company’s performance versus its competitors and (iv) otherwise provide supplemental information that may be useful to investors in evaluating Methode.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that reflect, when made, our current views with respect to current events and financial performance. Such forward-looking statements are subject to many risks, uncertainties and factors relating to our operations and business environment, which may cause our actual results to be materially different from any future results, expressed or implied, by such forward-looking statements. All statements that address future operating, financial or business performance or our strategies or expectations are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “intends,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “projects,” “potential,” “outlook” or “continue,” and other comparable terminology. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Dependence on the automotive, commercial vehicle, and construction industries;
  • Timing, quality and cost of new program launches;
  • Changes in electric vehicle (“EV”) demand;
  • Investment in programs prior to the recognition of revenue;
  • Failure to attract and retain qualified personnel;
  • Impact from production delays or cancelled orders;
  • Impact from inflation;
  • Dependence on the availability and price of materials;
  • Dependence on a small number of large customers, including one large automotive customer;
  • Dependence on our supply chain;
  • Risks related to conducting global operations;
  • Effects of potential catastrophic events or other business interruptions;
  • Ability to withstand pricing pressures, including price reductions;
  • Potential impact of securities class action and other litigation;
  • Ability to compete effectively;
  • Our lengthy sales cycle;
  • Risks relating to our use of requirements contracts;
  • Potential work stoppages;
  • Ability to successfully benefit from acquisitions and divestitures;
  • Ability to manage our debt levels and comply with restrictions and covenants under our credit agreement;
  • Interest rate changes and variable rate instruments;
  • Timing and magnitude of costs associated with restructuring activities;
  • Recognition of goodwill and other intangible asset impairment charges;
  • Ability to remediate material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting;
  • Currency fluctuations;
  • Income tax rate fluctuations;
  • Judgments related to accounting for tax positions;
  • Ability to withstand business interruptions;
  • Potential IT security threats or breaches;
  • Ability to protect our intellectual property;
  • Costs associated with environmental, health and safety regulations;
  • International trade disputes resulting in tariffs and our ability to mitigate tariffs;
  • Impact from climate change and related regulations; and
  • Ability to avoid design or manufacturing defects.

Additional details and factors are discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. New risks and uncertainties arise from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect us. Any forward-looking statements made by us speak only as of the date on which they are made. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any obligation to, update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise.

For Methode Electronics, Inc.
Robert K. Cherry
Vice President, Investor Relations
rcherry@methode.com
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METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (unaudited)
(in millions, except per-share data)
 
  Three Months Ended 
  July 27, 2024  July 29, 2023 
Net sales $258.5  $289.7 
       
Cost of products sold  213.9   235.7 
       
Gross profit  44.6   54.0 
       
Selling and administrative expenses  46.2   44.5 
Amortization of intangibles  5.9   5.7 
       
(Loss) income from operations  (7.5)  3.8 
       
Interest expense, net  4.8   2.8 
Other expense, net  0.8    
       
Pre-tax (loss) income  (13.1)  1.0 
       
Income tax expense  5.2   0.1 
Net (loss) income $(18.3) $0.9 
       
(Loss) income per share attributable to Methode:      
Basic $(0.52) $0.03 
Diluted $(0.52) $0.02 
       
Cash dividends per share $0.14  $0.14 


 
METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions, except share and per-share data)
 
  July 27, 2024  April 27, 2024 
  (unaudited)    
ASSETS      
Current assets:      
Cash and cash equivalents $111.3  $161.5 
Accounts receivable, net  248.6   262.6 
Inventories  219.9   186.2 
Income tax receivable  4.1   4.0 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  23.2   18.7 
Assets held for sale  4.7   4.7 
Total current assets  611.8   637.7 
Long-term assets:      
Property, plant and equipment, net  213.8   212.1 
Goodwill  170.6   169.9 
Other intangible assets, net  252.2   256.7 
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net  25.4   26.7 
Deferred tax assets  36.0   34.7 
Pre-production costs  46.1   44.1 
Other long-term assets  22.0   21.6 
Total long-term assets  766.1   765.8 
Total assets $1,377.9  $1,403.5 
       
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY      
Current liabilities:      
Accounts payable $161.1  $132.4 
Accrued employee liabilities  36.3   38.0 
Other accrued liabilities  46.5   46.0 
Short-term operating lease liabilities  6.9   6.7 
Short-term debt  0.2   0.2 
Income tax payable  9.8   8.1 
Total current liabilities  260.8   231.4 
Long-term liabilities:      
Long-term debt  295.8   330.7 
Long-term operating lease liabilities  19.9   20.6 
Long-term income tax payable  9.3   9.3 
Other long-term liabilities  19.8   16.8 
Deferred tax liabilities  27.9   28.7 
Total long-term liabilities  372.7   406.1 
Total liabilities  633.5   637.5 
Shareholders' equity:      
Common stock, $0.50 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized, 36,591,684 shares and 36,650,909 shares issued as of July 27, 2024 and April 27, 2024, respectively  18.3   18.3 
Additional paid-in capital  186.8   183.6 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss  (36.3)  (36.7)
Treasury stock, 1,346,624 shares as of July 27, 2024 and April 27, 2024  (11.5)  (11.5)
Retained earnings  587.1   612.3 
Total shareholders' equity  744.4   766.0 
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $1,377.9  $1,403.5 


 
METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (unaudited)
(in millions)
 
  Three Months Ended 
  July 27, 2024  July 29, 2023 
Operating activities:      
Net (loss) income $(18.3) $0.9 
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and amortization  14.1   14.0 
Stock-based compensation expense  2.2   2.6 
Change in cash surrender value of life insurance  (0.4)  0.6 
Amortization of debt issuance costs  0.2   0.2 
Partial write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs  1.2    
Impairment of long-lived assets  0.3   0.6 
Change in deferred income taxes  (0.5)  (0.5)
Other  0.7    
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:      
Accounts receivable  14.4   11.5 
Inventories  (33.1)  (16.5)
Prepaid expenses and other assets  (5.8)  (2.3)
Accounts payable  32.4   (5.7)
Other liabilities  3.5   (11.0)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities  10.9   (5.6)
       
Investing activities:      
Purchases of property, plant and equipment  (13.6)  (13.8)
Net cash used in investing activities  (13.6)  (13.8)
       
Financing activities:      
Taxes paid related to net share settlement of equity awards  (0.5)  (3.8)
Repayments of finance leases  (0.1)  (0.1)
Debt issuance costs  (1.8)   
Purchases of common stock  (1.6)   
Cash dividends  (5.1)  (5.3)
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest     (10.2)
Proceeds from borrowings     42.0 
Repayments of borrowings  (39.1)  (10.1)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities  (48.2)  12.5 
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents  0.7   (2.2)
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents  (50.2)  (9.1)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period  161.5   157.0 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period $111.3  $147.9 
       
Supplemental cash flow information:      
Cash paid during the period for:      
Interest $3.3  $3.0 
Income taxes, net of refunds $3.7  $2.2 
Operating lease obligations $2.3  $2.3 


 
METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)
(in millions)
 
  Three Months Ended 
  July 27, 2024  July 29, 2023 
EBITDA:      
Net (loss) income $(18.3) $0.9 
Income tax expense  5.2   0.1 
Interest expense, net  4.8   2.8 
Amortization of intangibles  5.9   5.7 
Depreciation  8.2   8.3 
EBITDA  5.8   17.8 
Acquisition costs     0.5 
Acquisition-related costs - purchase accounting adjustments related to inventory     0.3 
Transformation costs  2.2    
Partial write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs  1.2    
Restructuring and asset impairment charges  0.6   0.7 
Adjusted EBITDA $9.8  $19.3 


  Three Months Ended 
  July 27, 2024  July 29, 2023 
Free Cash Flow:      
Net cash provided by operating activities $10.9  $(5.6)
Purchases of property, plant and equipment  (13.6)  (13.8)
Free cash flow $(2.7) $(19.4)


  July 27, 2024  April 27, 2024 
Net Debt:      
Short-term debt $0.2  $0.2 
Long-term debt  295.8   330.7 
Total debt  296.0   330.9 
Less: cash and cash equivalents  (111.3)  (161.5)
Net debt $184.7  $169.4 


 
METHODE ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)
(in millions, except per share data)
 
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures for the Three Months Ended July 27, 2024
 
  U.S. GAAP
(as reported)
  Acquisition
costs
  Purchase accounting adjustments related to inventory  Transformation costs  Partial write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs due to debt capacity reduction  Restructuring
costs and asset impairment charges
  Valuation allowance on deferred tax assets  Non-U.S.
GAAP
(adjusted)
 
(Loss) income from operations $(7.5) $  $  $2.2  $  $0.6  $  $(4.7)
Pre-tax (loss) income $(13.1) $  $  $2.2  $1.2  $0.6  $  $(9.1)
Net (loss) income $(18.3) $  $  $1.7  $0.9  $0.5  $4.3  $(10.9)
Diluted (loss) income per share $(0.52) $  $  $0.05  $0.03  $0.01  $0.12  $(0.31)


Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures for the Three Months Ended July 29, 2023
 
  U.S. GAAP
(as reported)
  Acquisition
costs
  Purchase accounting adjustments related to inventory  Transformation costs  Partial write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs due to debt capacity reduction  Restructuring
costs and asset impairment charges
  Valuation allowance on deferred tax assets  Non-U.S.
GAAP
(adjusted)
 
Income from operations $3.8  $0.5  $0.3  $  $  $0.7  $  $5.3 
Pre-tax income $1.0  $0.5  $0.3  $  $  $0.7  $  $2.5 
Net income $0.9  $0.4  $0.2  $  $  $0.5  $  $2.0 
Diluted income per share $0.02  $0.01  $0.01  $  $  $0.02  $  $0.06 

FAQ

What were Methode Electronics' (MEI) Q1 2025 financial results?

Methode Electronics reported net sales of $258.5 million and a net loss of $18.3 million, or $0.52 per diluted share, for Q1 2025.

How did Methode Electronics' (MEI) Q1 2025 results compare to Q1 2024?

Net sales decreased from $289.7 million in Q1 2024 to $258.5 million in Q1 2025. The company reported a net loss of $18.3 million in Q1 2025 compared to a net income of $0.9 million in Q1 2024.

What is Methode Electronics' (MEI) guidance for fiscal year 2025?

Methode Electronics affirmed its fiscal 2025 guidance, expecting net sales to be similar to fiscal 2024 and adjusted pre-tax income to approach breakeven.

Who was appointed as the new CFO of Methode Electronics (MEI)?

Laura Kowalchik was appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Methode Electronics, effective October 1, 2024.

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