Trimas Corporation - TRS STOCK NEWS

TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) announced its first quarter 2023 financial results, reporting net sales of $215.5 million, down 3.9% from $224.3 million in Q1 2022. Despite this decline, the Specialty Products segment saw a sales increase of 19%, supported by strong market demand. The company achieved an adjusted operating profit of $15.5 million, down from $26.2 million year-over-year. Net income fell to $4.9 million ($0.12 per diluted share) from $14.2 million ($0.33 per diluted share) in Q1 2022. The company also closed acquisitions of Aarts Packaging and Weldmac Manufacturing, and repurchased over 350,000 shares. TriMas reaffirmed its 2023 outlook, predicting adjusted diluted EPS between $2.00 and $2.20, with consolidated sales growth of 10% to 15%. The management remains optimistic about demand recovery in the Packaging segment and improved performance in the second half of 2023.

TriMas has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.04 per share for its shareholders. This dividend will be payable on May 11, 2023, to those on record by the close of business on May 4, 2023. TriMas operates in various sectors including consumer products, aerospace, and industrial markets, employing approximately 3,500 individuals across 13 countries. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions through its well-established business divisions, TriMas Packaging, TriMas Aerospace, and Specialty Products. The ongoing economic factors and business strategies remain crucial for its future performance, as highlighted in the forward-looking statements about potential risks related to market demand, supply chain pressures, and international operations.

TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) will conduct its first quarter 2023 earnings conference call on April 27, 2023, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, following the earnings release at 8 a.m. that same day. Participants can join via phone or through a live webcast on the company's website. A replay will be available from April 27 at 3 p.m. until May 11 at 3 p.m. Participants can dial specific numbers to access the call or the replay. TriMas designs and manufactures products for consumer, aerospace, and industrial markets, with a workforce of approximately 3,500 employees across 13 countries.

TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) has appointed Jeffrey Fielkow as a new director, effective March 8, 2023. With over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Fielkow will also serve on the Governance and Nominating Committee. His background includes leadership roles at ID Images, LLC and Tetra Pak, where he emphasized sustainability and operational growth. Fielkow's expertise in innovation and M&A is expected to complement TriMas' existing board as the company focuses on future growth. The board now consists of nine members, with eight being independent.

TriMas (NASDAQ: TRS) reported a 3.1% increase in 2022 net sales, reaching $883.8 million, despite a 2.7% decline in Q4 sales to $203.3 million. Operating profit for 2022 rose to $99.1 million, a 4.2% increase from 2021.

Adjusted earnings per share for Q4 were $0.62, a 10.7% increase from the previous year. The company anticipates a 10% to 15% sales increase for 2023, with adjusted EPS projected between $2.00 and $2.20. TriMas aims to achieve over 100% of net income in Free Cash Flow for 2023, expecting recovery in demand for its Packaging segment throughout the year.