Magna Updates 2022 Outlook to Reflect Preliminary Full Year 2022 Results

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AURORA, Ontario, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magna International Inc. (NYSE: MGA) has revised its 2022 outlook, forecasting an Adjusted EBIT Margin of approximately 4.3%, down from the previously estimated 4.8% to 5.0%. Total sales are projected at $37.8 billion, slightly above the prior range of $37.4 to $38.4 billion. Factors leading to the lower margin include decreased sales contribution, higher warranty costs, provisions for receivables, and increased operational inefficiencies due to unpredictable production schedules. Magna will release its fourth quarter and full year financial results on February 10, 2023.

Positive

• Total sales for 2022 are projected at $37.8 billion, exceeding earlier estimates.

Negative

• Adjusted EBIT Margin expected to be 4.3%, below the previous guidance of 4.8% to 5.0%.
• Increased warranty costs and operational inefficiencies negatively impacting margins.
• Higher net engineering expenses and provisions against accounts receivable affect net income.

AURORA, Ontario, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) today announced that it has updated its 2022 outlook to reflect an expected Adjusted EBIT Margin¹ below the range disclosed in its press release dated November 4, 2022.

Based on preliminary unaudited results, total sales for 2022 were approximately $37.8 billion, compared to the range of $37.4 to $38.4 billion disclosed in its November outlook. However, Adjusted EBIT Margin for 2022 is expected to be approximately 4.3%, which is below the 4.8% to 5.0% range disclosed in its November outlook. The reduced Adjusted EBIT Margin reflects a number of items, including: decreased contribution on lower sales; higher net warranty costs; provisions against certain accounts receivable and other balances; higher net engineering expense due to the revised timing of both spending and customer recoveries; operating underperformance at certain facilities; and higher labour and other operational inefficiencies as a result of the continued unpredictability of our customers’ production schedules.  Adjusted net income attributable to Magna² is also impacted by the factors above.

Magna will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 on February 10, 2023.

TAGS
Outlook, sales, Adjusted EBIT Margin

INVESTOR CONTACT
Louis Tonelli, Vice-President, Investor Relations
louis.tonelli@magna.com, 905.726.7035

MEDIA CONTACT
Tracy Fuerst, Vice-President, Corporate Communications & PR
tracy.fuerst@magna.com, 248.761.7004

OUR BUSINESS³
Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team of over 170,000 employees and an organizational structure designed to innovate like a startup. With 65+ years of expertise, and a systems approach to design, engineering and manufacturing that touches nearly every aspect of the vehicle, we are positioned to support advancing mobility in a transforming industry. Our global network includes 345 manufacturing operations and 90 product development, engineering and sales centres spanning 28 countries.

For further information about Magna (NYSE:MGA; TSX:MG), please visit www.magna.com or follow us on Twitter @MagnaInt.

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¹ Adjusted EBIT Margin is the ratio of Adjusted EBIT to Total Sales
² Adjusted net income attributable to Magna excludes Other expense (income), net
³ Manufacturing operations, product development, engineering and sales centres and employee figures include certain equity-accounted operations.

FAQ

What is the updated sales forecast for Magna International (MGA) in 2022?

The updated sales forecast for Magna International (MGA) in 2022 is approximately $37.8 billion.

What is the expected Adjusted EBIT Margin for Magna International for 2022?

The expected Adjusted EBIT Margin for Magna International for 2022 is approximately 4.3%.

When will Magna International report its financial results for 2022?

Magna International will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 on February 10, 2023.

What factors contributed to the lowered Adjusted EBIT Margin for Magna International (MGA)?

Factors contributing to the lowered Adjusted EBIT Margin include decreased sales contribution, higher warranty costs, and operational inefficiencies.