Modine Updates Multi-Year Strategy at Investor Day

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Modine (NYSE: MOD), a global thermal management technology leader, updated its multi-year strategy at an Investor Day event. The company increased its fiscal 2027 targets, aiming for a 16-18% adjusted EBITDA margin and a 10-13% three-year compound average growth rate (CAGR) in revenue. Modine's strategy focuses on evolving its portfolio towards high-growth, high-margin businesses for sustainable growth and returns.

The company plans to leverage its thermal management expertise and mission-critical products to drive growth powered by strong secular mega-trends. Modine is re-segmenting its business to improve product and market focus, aligning with its 80/20 principles. Key areas of focus include high-performance computing, electrification, and clean indoor air quality.

Positive

• Increased fiscal 2027 adjusted EBITDA margin target to 16-18%
• Projected three-year revenue CAGR of 10-13% from fiscal 2024 through fiscal 2027
• Focus on high-growth, high-margin businesses for sustainable growth
• Alignment with strong secular mega-trends in thermal management
• Implementation of 80/20 principles for improved business mix and resource allocation

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• None.

Insights

Financial Analyst

Modine's updated strategy and financial targets present a positive outlook for the company. The projected 10-13% three-year CAGR in revenue and 16-18% adjusted EBITDA margin target for fiscal 2027 indicate strong growth potential. These targets, coupled with the focus on high-growth, high-margin businesses, suggest improved profitability and market positioning.

The company's emphasis on leveraging thermal management expertise and aligning with secular mega-trends like high-performance computing and electrification demonstrates a forward-thinking approach. The continued commitment to the 80/20 principle for resource allocation and portfolio optimization is likely to drive operational efficiency and shareholder value.

However, investors should note that these targets exclude incremental acquisitions, which may impact actual results. Overall, Modine's strategic direction appears promising, but execution will be key to achieving these ambitious goals.

Market Research Analyst

Modine's strategy aligns well with current market trends, particularly in high-performance computing, electrification and clean air solutions. These sectors are experiencing rapid growth, driven by technological advancements and increasing environmental concerns. The company's focus on these areas could position it favorably in expanding markets.

The re-segmentation of the business to improve product and market focus is a smart move, potentially leading to better market penetration and customer satisfaction. However, it's important to monitor how this restructuring impacts short-term performance and whether it yields the expected long-term benefits.

Investors should also consider the broader economic context, including potential challenges in the manufacturing sector and global supply chain issues, which could affect Modine's ability to meet its ambitious growth targets.

Tech Expert

Modine's emphasis on thermal management solutions for high-performance computing and electrification is particularly noteworthy. As data centers expand and electric vehicle adoption increases, efficient thermal management becomes critical. Modine's expertise in this area could be a significant competitive advantage.

The company's focus on clean, healthy indoor air quality also aligns with growing concerns about indoor environments, especially post-pandemic. This market is likely to see continued growth as businesses and institutions prioritize air quality.

However, the tech landscape is rapidly evolving. Modine will need to maintain a strong R&D focus to stay ahead of technological shifts and new entrants in these markets. The success of their strategy will depend on their ability to innovate and adapt to changing technological requirements in their target sectors.

Increased fiscal 2027 targets to deliver a 16-18% adjusted EBITDA margin and a 10-13% three-year compound average growth rate (CAGR) in revenue

RACINE, Wis., Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, today hosted an Investor Day at its global headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin. Members of the executive management team provided an update to the company's strategy to transform the company and drive sustainable shareholder value. Guided by the company's ongoing commitment to 80/20, management outlined its strategy to evolve its portfolio to compound shareholder value by focusing on high-growth, high-margin businesses for sustainable growth and returns. 

The company presented the following during the event:

• A compound average revenue growth target of 10 to 13 percent for the three-year period from fiscal 2024 through fiscal 2027, excluding any incremental acquisitions
  
  
• A fiscal 2027 adjusted EBITDA margin target of 16 to 18 percent 
  
  
• Plans to leverage its deep thermal management expertise and mission-critical products to drive multi-year growth powered by strong, secular mega-trends
  
  
• An outline of how it is elevating the tenets of 80/20 to continually improve its business mix, including re-segmenting the business to align the product groups to improve product and market focus 
  
  
• A strategy to evolve its portfolio of products to compound shareholder value by focusing on high-growth, high-margin businesses for sustainable growth and returns

"Today we presented an updated strategy, building on our deep legacy in thermal management to evolve our portfolio of highly engineered, mission-critical solutions for sustainable growth," said Modine President and Chief Executive Officer, Neil D. Brinker. "The deliberate actions we have taken to reposition Modine for a brighter future are working, as we significantly outperformed the financial goals we set during our initial Investor Day in June 2022. Our new financial targets are supported by our commitment to 80/20, which drives our strategic resource allocation and daily decision making. By focusing on and investing in our greatest opportunities, we will continue to evolve our portfolio mix in response to strong secular mega-trends including high-performance computing, electrification and the need for clean, healthy indoor air quality." 

Fiscal 2027 Financial Targets

• Three-year revenue CAGR of 10 percent to 13 percent
• Adjusted EBITDA margin of 16 percent to 18 percent

"I have never been more excited about Modine's future as we continue to invest in our business and execute on our strategies," added Modine Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mick Lucareli. "The actions taken over the past three years have resulted in strong margin improvements and revenue growth, while providing a solid foundation for the future. We will leverage 80/20 throughout our organization, driving improvements in our business mix through both operational and commercial excellence, while allocating capital to our highest return opportunities to compound shareholder value."

A webcast replay of the event will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.modine.com. 

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements, including information about future financial performance and market conditions, accompanied by phrases such as "believes," "estimates," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "intends," "projects," and other similar "forward-looking" statements, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Modine's actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements because of certain risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to those described under "Risk Factors" in Item 1A of Part I of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2024 and under Forward-Looking Statements in Item 7 of Part II of that same report and in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. Other risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: the impact of potential adverse developments or disruptions in the global economy and financial markets, including impacts related to inflation, energy costs, supply chain challenges or supplier constraints, logistical disruptions, tariffs, sanctions and other trade issues or cross-border trade restrictions; the impact of other economic, social and political conditions, changes and challenges in the markets where we operate and compete, including foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, increases in interest rates or tightening of the credit markets, recession or recovery therefrom, restrictions associated with importing and exporting and foreign ownership, public health crises, and the general uncertainties, including the impact on demand for our products and the markets we serve from regulatory and/or policy changes that have been or may be implemented in the U.S. or abroad, including those related to tax and trade, climate change, public health threats, and military conflicts, including the current conflicts in Ukraine and in the Middle East and heightened tensions in the Red Sea; the overall health and pricing focus of our customers; our ability to successfully realize anticipated benefits, including improved profit margins and cash flow, from our strategic initiatives and our application of 80/20 principles across our businesses; our ability to be at the forefront of technological advances and the impacts of any changes in the adoption rate of technologies that we expect to drive sales growth; our ability to accelerate growth organically and through acquisitions and successfully integrate acquired businesses; our ability to effectively and efficiently manage our operations in response to sales volume changes, including maintaining adequate production capacity to meet demand in our growing businesses while also completing restructuring activities and realizing benefits thereof; our ability to fund our global liquidity requirements efficiently and comply with the financial covenants in our credit agreements; operational inefficiencies as a result of product or program launches, unexpected volume increases or decreases, product transfers and warranty claims; the impact on Modine of any significant increases in commodity prices, particularly aluminum, copper, steel and stainless steel (nickel) and other purchased components and related costs, and our ability to adjust product pricing in response to any such increases; our ability to recruit and maintain talent in managerial, leadership, operational and administrative functions and to mitigate increased labor costs; our ability to protect our proprietary information and intellectual property from theft or attack; the impact of any substantial disruption or material breach of our information technology ("IT") systems; the impact of a material weakness identified in our internal controls related to IT system access in Europe on our financial reporting process; costs and other effects of environmental investigation, remediation or litigation and the increasing emphasis on environmental, social and corporate governance matters; our ability to realize the benefits of deferred tax assets; and other risks and uncertainties identified in our public filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements are as of the date of this release, and we do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements. 

About Modine 

At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions, and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Forward-looking Non-GAAP Financial Measure

Adjusted EBITDA margin is not a measure defined in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  This non-GAAP measure is not, and should not be viewed as, a substitute for the applicable GAAP measure, and may be different from similarly-titled measures used by other companies.  Adjusted EBITDA margin represents adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net sales.  The Company defines adjusted EBITDA as net earnings excluding interest expense, the provision or benefit for income taxes, depreciation and amortization expenses, other income and expense, restructuring expenses, impairment charges, and certain other gains or charges.  The Company believes that adjusted EBITDA margin provides a relevant measure of profitability and earnings power and views it as being useful in assessing operating performance by excluding certain items that it believes are not representative of its core business.

The Company's fiscal 2027 target for adjusted EBITDA margin excludes the impact of certain cash and non-cash expenses or gains. These expenses and gains may be significant and include items such as restructuring expenses (including severance and equipment transfer costs), acquisition and integration costs, impairment charges and certain other items.  Estimates of these expenses and gains for fiscal 2027 are not available due to the low visibility and unpredictability of these items.

Kathleen Powers
(262) 636-1687
kathleen.t.powers@modine.com

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FAQ

What are Modine's (MOD) fiscal 2027 financial targets?

Modine's fiscal 2027 financial targets include a three-year revenue CAGR of 10-13% and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16-18%.

What key areas is Modine (MOD) focusing on for future growth?

Modine is focusing on high-performance computing, electrification, and clean indoor air quality as key areas for future growth.

How is Modine (MOD) implementing its 80/20 strategy?

Modine is using 80/20 principles to drive strategic resource allocation, improve business mix, and focus on high-return opportunities to compound shareholder value.

What changes is Modine (MOD) making to its business structure?

Modine is re-segmenting its business to align product groups and improve product and market focus, in line with its 80/20 strategy.