NACCO INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2023 RESULTS
- NACCO Industries reported a decrease in consolidated operating profit, net income, and EBITDA for Q1 2023 compared to Q1 2022. The company had a significant decrease in income tax expense and received other income from a post-closing purchase price adjustment. The outlook for the Coal Mining segment in 2023 expects a moderate decrease in coal deliveries. The North American Mining segment expects an improvement in Segment Adjusted EBITDA. The Minerals Management segment experienced a significant decrease in revenue, operating profit, and Segment Adjusted EBITDA.
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First Quarter 2023 NACCO Consolidated Highlights:
- Consolidated operating profit decreased to
from$1.8 million in Q1 2022 mainly due to lower earnings at the Coal Mining and Minerals Management segments$14.9 million - Consolidated net income decreased to
, or$5.7 million /share, versus$0.76 , or$12.6 million /share, in Q1 2022$1.72 - EBITDA decreased to
from$10.8 million in Q1 2022$21.4 million
Three Months Ended | ||||||
($ in thousands except per share amounts) | 3/31/23 | 3/31/22 | % Change | |||
Operating Profit | (87.9) % | |||||
Other (income) expense, net | $— | n.m. | ||||
Income tax provision (benefit) | n.m. | |||||
Net Income | (54.8) % | |||||
Diluted Earnings/share | (55.8) % | |||||
EBITDA* | (49.7) % |
*Non-GAAP financial measures are defined and reconciled on pages 9 and 10. |
The substantial decreases in the Company's 2023 first-quarter consolidated operating profit, net income and EBITDA compared with the first quarter of 2022 were primarily due to a significant decrease in earnings in the Coal Mining and Minerals Management segments. These decreases were partly offset by significantly lower income tax expense,
At March 31, 2023, the Company had consolidated cash of
Detailed Discussion of Results
Coal Mining Results
Coal deliveries for the first quarter of 2023 and 2022 were as follows:
2023 | 2022 | |||
Tons of coal delivered | (in thousands) | |||
Unconsolidated operations | 6,192 | 6,317 | ||
Consolidated operations | 711 | 732 | ||
Total deliveries | 6,903 | 7,049 | ||
Key financial results for the first quarter of 2023 and 2022 were as follows:
2023 | 2022 | ||
(in thousands) | |||
Revenues | $ 20,653 | $ 20,962 | |
Gross profit (loss) | $ (5,225) | $ 2,112 | |
Earnings of unconsolidated operations | $ 12,466 | $ 13,326 | |
Operating expenses(1) | $ 6,928 | $ 8,086 | |
Operating profit | $ 313 | $ 7,352 | |
Segment Adjusted EBITDA(2) | $ 4,553 | $ 11,390 |
(1) Operating expenses consist of Selling, general and administrative expenses, Amortization of intangible assets and (Gain) loss on sale of assets. |
(2) Segment Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP. See non-GAAP explanation and the related reconciliations to GAAP on page 10. |
Coal Mining operating profit and Segment Adjusted EBITDA decreased significantly in the first quarter of 2023 compared with 2022, primarily due to a substantial decrease in Mississippi Lignite Mining Company results. In addition, lower earnings at the unconsolidated operations were partly offset by a decrease in operating expense due to lower professional services fees.
Results decreased at Mississippi Lignite Mining Company due to a significant increase in the cost per ton sold attributable to costs incurred to establish a new mine area, adverse mining conditions caused by inclement weather and operational inefficiencies related to final mining activities at the existing mine area. A
The lower earnings of unconsolidated operations was mainly due to a reduction in the per ton management fee at the Falkirk Mine effective May 2022 through May 2024 to support the transition of the Coal Creek Station Power Plant to Rainbow Energy. This decrease in earnings of unconsolidated operations was partly offset by improved results at Coteau and Sabine.
Coal Mining Outlook
In 2023, the Company expects coal deliveries to decrease moderately from 2022 levels. The owner of the power plant served by the Company's Sabine Mine in
Coal Mining operating profit and Segment Adjusted EBITDA for the 2023 full year are expected to decrease significantly year-over-year, including and excluding the
Results at the consolidated mining operations are projected to decrease significantly in 2023 versus 2022. The decrease is mainly due to an expected substantial decline in earnings at Mississippi Lignite Mining Company from increased costs associated with establishing operations in a new mine area, as well as higher depreciation expense related to recent capital expenditures to develop this new mine area. The anticipated ongoing inefficiencies of this project are expected to continue through the third quarter of 2023, and then moderate in the fourth quarter of 2023 and into 2024. Mississippi Lignite Mining Company does not anticipate opening additional mine areas through the remaining contract term. As a result, mine development capital expenditures should moderate from 2024 through 2032. While increased depreciation from capital expenditures related to the new mine area will affect future results, the Company anticipates Mississippi Lignite Mining Company should contribute favorably to Segment Adjusted EBITDA in future years. In 2023, capital expenditures are expected to be approximately
The anticipated lower earnings at the unconsolidated coal mining operations is expected to be driven primarily by temporary price concessions at Falkirk through May 2024. This will result in a reduction in the per ton management fee for 12 months in 2023 compared with eight months in 2022. The early retirement of the Pirkey power plant and commencement of final reclamation of the Sabine Mine started on April 1, 2023 will also contribute to the reduction in earnings. Sabine will receive compensation for providing final mine reclamation services, but at a lower rate than during active mining. Funding for Sabine's mine reclamation is the responsibility of the customer.
The Company's contract structure at each of its coal mining operations eliminates exposure to spot coal market price fluctuations. However, fluctuations in natural gas prices and the availability of renewable power generation, particularly wind, can contribute to changes in power plant dispatch and customer demand for coal. Changes to customer power plant dispatch would affect the Company's outlook for 2023, as well as over the longer term.
North American Mining Results
Deliveries for the first quarter of 2023 and 2022 were as follows:
2023 | 2022 | ||
(in thousands) | |||
Tons delivered | 14,829 | 13,962 |
Key financial results for the first quarter of 2023 and 2022 were as follows:
2023 | 2022 | ||
(in thousands) | |||
Revenues | $ 20,633 | $ 21,404 | |
Operating profit | $ 830 | $ 1,271 | |
Segment Adjusted EBITDA(1) | $ 2,716 | $ 2,738 |
(1) Segment Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP. See non-GAAP explanation and the related reconciliations to GAAP on page 10. |
First-quarter 2023 revenues and operating profit at North American Mining decreased compared with 2022 despite an increase in tons delivered, primarily due to a decline in final mine reclamation activities at Caddo Creek. The decrease in results at Caddo Creek was partially offset by increased customer requirements and earnings at the aggregates operations.
North American Mining Outlook
Despite an expected continuation of improved results at the aggregates operations for the remaining quarters of 2023, operating profit at North American Mining is expected to decrease moderately in full-year 2023 compared with 2022. The decrease is due to the substantial completion of income-generating mine reclamation activities at Caddo Creek in mid-2022. Segment Adjusted EBITDA is expected to improve over 2022 because of a significant increase in depreciation expense. The increased depreciation expense is driven by elevated historical capital expenditures to support North American Mining's growth initiatives.
A number of initiatives are underway or in the planning stages that are expected to support improved future financial results at North American Mining's mining operations. Until profit improves at existing operations, North American Mining has narrowed its business development efforts.
In 2023, North American Mining capital expenditures are expected to be approximately
Minerals Management Results
Key financial results for the first quarter of 2023 and 2022 were as follows:
2023 | 2022 | ||
(in thousands) | |||
Revenues | $ 8,285 | $ 12,754 | |
Operating profit | $ 6,044 | $ 11,628 | |
Segment Adjusted EBITDA(1) | $ 6,855 | $ 12,206 |
(1) Segment Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP. See non-GAAP explanation and the related reconciliations to GAAP on page 10. |
Minerals Management revenue, operating profit and Segment Adjusted EBITDA decreased significantly from the 2022 first quarter due to a decline in natural gas and oil prices from very high levels in 2022 and lower volumes as existing wells followed their natural production decline. First-quarter 2022 also included
Minerals Management Outlook
The Minerals Management segment derives income from royalty-based leases under which lessees make payments to the Company based on their sale of natural gas, oil, natural gas liquids and coal, extracted primarily by third parties. Changing prices of natural gas and oil have a significant impact on Minerals Management's operating profit.
In 2023, operating profit and Segment Adjusted EBITDA are expected to decrease significantly compared with 2022. This decrease is primarily driven by current market expectations for natural gas and oil prices, an anticipated reduction in volumes as existing wells follow their natural production decline and modest expectations for development of new wells by third-party exploration and production companies.
Based on market expectations, the Company's forecast assumes oil and gas market prices will continue to moderate in 2023 to levels in line with 2021 averages; however, commodity prices are inherently volatile. An increase in natural gas and oil prices above current expectations could result in improvements to the 2023 forecast.
As an owner of royalty and mineral interests, the Company's access to information concerning activity and operations with respect to its interests is limited. The Company's expectations are based on the best information currently available and could vary positively or negatively as a result of adjustments made by operators, additional leasing and development and/or changes to commodity prices. Development of additional wells on existing interests in excess of current expectations could be accretive to future results.
In 2023, Minerals Management expects capital expenditures of approximately
Consolidated Outlook
Management continues to view the long-term business outlook for NACCO positively, despite an expected significant decrease in 2023 consolidated net income versus 2022 in part because 2022 included
Mitigation Resources of
In 2023, the Company expects capital expenditures of approximately
Long-term Growth and Diversification Outlook
The Company is pursuing growth and diversification by strategically leveraging its core mining and natural resources management skills to build a strong portfolio of affiliated businesses. Management continues to be optimistic about the long-term outlook. In the Minerals Management segment, as well as in the Company's Mitigation Resources of
The Minerals Management segment continues to pursue acquisitions of mineral and royalty interests in
The Company remains committed to expanding the North American Mining business while improving profitability. North American Mining intends to be a substantial contributor to operating profit over time. The pace of achieving that objective will be dependent on the execution and successful implementation of profit improvement initiatives in the aggregates operations, and the mix and scale of new projects. The Sawtooth Mining lithium project is expected to contribute more significantly when production commences at Thacker Pass.
Sawtooth Mining has a mining services agreement to serve as the exclusive contract miner for the Thacker Pass lithium project in northern
Mitigation Resources continues to expand its business, which creates and sells stream and wetland mitigation credits and provides services to those engaged in permittee-responsible mitigation as well as provides other environmental restoration services. This business offers an opportunity for growth and diversification in an industry where the Company has substantial knowledge and expertise and a strong reputation. Mitigation Resources is making strong progress toward its goal of becoming a top ten provider of stream and wetland mitigation services in the southeastern
The Company also continues to pursue activities which can strengthen the resiliency of its existing coal mining operations. The Company remains focused on managing coal production costs and maximizing efficiencies and operating capacity at mine locations to help customers with management fee contracts be more competitive. These activities benefit both customers and the Company's Coal Mining segment, as fuel cost is a significant driver for power plant dispatch. Increased power plant dispatch results in increased demand for coal by the Coal Mining segment's customers. Fluctuating natural gas prices and availability of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, could affect the amount of electricity dispatched from coal-fired power plants. While the Company realizes the coal mining industry faces political and regulatory challenges and demand for coal is projected to decline over the longer-term, the Company believes coal will be an essential part of the energy mix in
The Company continues to look for ways to create additional value by utilizing its core mining competencies which include reclamation and permitting. One such way the Company may be able to utilize these skills is through development of utility-scale solar projects on reclaimed mining properties. Reclaimed mining properties offer large tracts of land that could be well-suited for solar and other energy-related projects. These projects could be developed by the Company itself or through joint ventures that include partners with expertise in energy development projects. During the first quarter of 2023, the Company acquired
The Company is committed to maintaining a conservative capital structure as it continues to grow and diversify, while avoiding unnecessary risk. Strategic diversification will generate cash that can be re-invested to strengthen and expand the businesses. The Company also continues to maintain the highest levels of customer service and operational excellence with an unwavering focus on safety and environmental stewardship.
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Conference Call
In conjunction with this news release, the management of NACCO Industries will host a conference call on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the live call, please register more than 15 minutes in advance at https://www.netroadshow.com/events/login?show=7e485d59&confId=48924 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 the NACCO Industries' website at ir.nacco.com/home. Please allow 15 minutes to register, download and install any necessary audio software required to listen to the webcast. A replay of the call will be available shortly after the call ends through May 11, 2023. An archive of the webcast will also be available on the Company's website two hours after the live call ends.
Non-GAAP and Other Measures
This release contains non-GAAP financial measures within the meaning of Regulation G promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Included in this release are reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with
Forward-looking Statements Disclaimer
The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. 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) changes to or termination of customer or other third-party contracts, or a customer or other third party default under a contract, (2) any customer's premature facility closure, (3) a significant reduction in purchases by the Company's customers, including as a result of changes in coal consumption patterns of
About NACCO Industries
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NACCO INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |||
THREE MONTHS ENDED | |||
MARCH 31 | |||
2023 | 2022 | ||
(In thousands, except per share data) | |||
Revenues | $ 50,141 | $ 55,023 | |
Cost of sales | 46,784 | 39,176 | |
Gross profit | 3,357 | 15,847 | |
Earnings of unconsolidated operations | 13,824 | 14,592 | |
Operating expenses | |||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 14,876 | 14,784 | |
Amortization of intangible assets | 727 | 847 | |
Gain on sale of assets
| (236) | (136) | |
15,367 | 15,495 | ||
Operating profit | 1,814 | 14,944 | |
Other (income) expense | |||
Interest expense | 545 | 513 | |
Interest income | (1,155) | (145) | |
Closed mine obligations | 409 | 380 | |
Gain on equity securities | (628) | (518) | |
Other, net | (1,725) | (230) | |
(2,554) | — | ||
Income before income tax provision (benefit) | 4,368 | 14,944 | |
Income tax provision (benefit) | (1,324) | 2,362 | |
Net income | $ 5,692 | $ 12,582 | |
Earnings per share: | |||
Basic earnings per share | $ 0.77 | $ 1.73 | |
Diluted earnings per share | $ 0.76 | $ 1.72 | |
Basic weighted average shares outstanding | 7,428 | 7,253 | |
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding | 7,515 | 7,321 | |
EBITDA RECONCILIATION (UNAUDITED) | |||
THREE MONTHS ENDED | |||
MARCH 31 | |||
2023 | 2022 | ||
(in thousands) | |||
Net income | $ 5,692 | $ 12,582 | |
Income tax provision (benefit) | (1,324) | 2,362 | |
Interest expense | 545 | 513 | |
Interest income | (1,155) | (145) | |
Depreciation, depletion and amortization expense | 7,019 | 6,127 | |
Consolidated EBITDA* | $ 10,777 | $ 21,439 | |
*EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP measures. NACCO defines EBITDA as net income before income taxes, net interest expense and depreciation, depletion and amortization expense. EBITDA is not a measure under |
NACCO INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||||||
FINANCIAL SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS AND SEGMENT ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATIONS (UNAUDITED) | |||||||||||
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 | |||||||||||
Coal Mining | North | Minerals | Unallocated | Eliminations | Total | ||||||
(In thousands) | |||||||||||
Revenues | $ 20,653 | $ 20,633 | $ 8,285 | $ 1,191 | $ (621) | $ 50,141 | |||||
Cost of sales | 25,878 | 19,241 | 1,052 | 1,214 | (601) | 46,784 | |||||
Gross profit (loss) | (5,225) | 1,392 | 7,233 | (23) | (20) | 3,357 | |||||
Earnings of unconsolidated operations | 12,466 | 1,358 | — | — | — | 13,824 | |||||
Operating expenses* | 6,928 | 1,920 | 1,189 | 5,330 | — | 15,367 | |||||
Operating profit (loss) | $ 313 | $ 830 | $ 6,044 | $ (5,353) | $ (20) | $ 1,814 | |||||
Segment Adjusted EBITDA** | |||||||||||
Operating profit (loss) | $ 313 | $ 830 | $ 6,044 | $ (5,353) | $ (20) | $ 1,814 | |||||
Depreciation, depletion and amortization | 4,240 | 1,886 | 811 | 82 | — | 7,019 | |||||
Segment Adjusted EBITDA** | $ 4,553 | $ 2,716 | $ 6,855 | $ (5,271) | $ (20) | $ 8,833 | |||||
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 | |||||||||||
Coal Mining | North | Minerals | Unallocated | Eliminations | Total | ||||||
(In thousands) | |||||||||||
Revenues | $ 20,962 | $ 21,404 | $ 12,754 | $ 192 | $ (289) | $ 55,023 | |||||
Cost of sales | 18,850 | 19,650 | 748 | 349 | (421) | 39,176 | |||||
Gross profit (loss) | 2,112 | 1,754 | 12,006 | (157) | 132 | 15,847 | |||||
Earnings of unconsolidated operations | 13,326 | 1,266 | — | — | — | 14,592 | |||||
Operating expenses* | 8,086 | 1,749 | 378 | 5,282 | — | 15,495 | |||||
Operating profit (loss) | $ 7,352 | $ 1,271 | $ 11,628 | $ (5,439) | $ 132 | $ 14,944 | |||||
Segment Adjusted EBITDA** | |||||||||||
Operating profit (loss) | $ 7,352 | $ 1,271 | $ 11,628 | $ (5,439) | $ 132 | $ 14,944 | |||||
Depreciation, depletion and amortization | 4,038 | 1,467 | 578 | 44 | — | 6,127 | |||||
Segment Adjusted EBITDA** | $ 11,390 | $ 2,738 | $ 12,206 | $ (5,395) | $ 132 | $ 21,071 | |||||
*Operating expenses consist of Selling, general and administrative expenses, Amortization of intangible assets and (Gain) loss on sale of assets. |
**Segment Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP measures. NACCO defines Segment Adjusted EBITDA as operating profit (loss) plus depreciation, depletion and amortization expense. Segment Adjusted EBITDA is not a measure under |
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