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VSE (NASDAQ: VSEC) reported record revenue and profitability for its Aviation segment in the first quarter of 2024. Total revenues increased by 28.1% to $241.5 million, with GAAP net income up by 49.0% to $12.1 million. Adjusted EBITDA rose by 36.7% to $32.3 million. The company completed the acquisition of Turbine Controls, Inc., expanding its capabilities in the commercial aviation market. VSE also announced strategic initiatives in its Aviation segment and corporate restructuring activities for 2024.

Positive
  • VSE achieved record revenue and profitability in its Aviation segment, with a 43% increase in revenue and record Adjusted EBITDA margins of 17% in the first quarter of 2024.

  • The company successfully completed the acquisition of Turbine Controls, Inc. for approximately $120 million, enhancing its aftermarket maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities for complex engine components.

  • VSE's Aviation segment showed strong growth with the expansion of distribution agreements, new product capabilities, and contributions from acquisitions. The company's strategic initiatives include program implementation and execution for above-market revenue growth and improved profitability.

Negative
  • VSE recognized a loss of $18.7 million related to the divestiture of its Federal and Defense segment in the first quarter of 2024, impacting its financial results.

  • The USPS transition to a new Fleet Management Information System led to a temporary decline in maintenance activity and parts usage, resulting in a 19% revenue decrease in the Fleet segment. This transition is expected to affect revenue until the third quarter of 2024.

  • VSE revised its full-year 2024 revenue guidance for the Fleet segment due to the impact of the USPS transition, lowering the revenue growth range from 13% to 17% to 0% to 5%. Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance for the Fleet segment was set at 6% to 8% for the full year.

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The figures presented by VSE Corporation are indicative of a robust fiscal performance for Q1 2024, particularly within their Aviation segment. A 28.1% year-over-year increase in total revenues and a 49% increase in GAAP Net Income signal strong operational efficiency and market demand. The Aviation sector's exceptional 43% revenue growth and significant Adjusted EBITDA margin of 17% reflect positively on the segment's pricing power and cost management. These increases, particularly in Adjusted Net Income, suggest an improved bottom line that is not only a result of revenue growth but also effective cost containment and margin enhancement.

TCI's acquisition is expected to expand VSE's MRO capabilities, aligning with the company's strategic focus on aerospace aftermarket growth. This strategic move will likely contribute to future earnings potential, albeit at the cost of a temporary increase in leverage. The pro forma net leverage post-TCI acquisition is estimated at 4.1 times EBITDA, with a targeted reduction below 4 times by year-end, suggesting a manageable debt profile in the context of the company's growth trajectory.

Investors may also note the increased full-year 2024 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance for the Aviation segment, a sign of management confidence in sustained segment performance. However, the Fleet segment's revised guidance reflects the impact of the USPS system transition, forecasting a 0% to 5% growth, which is a significant decrease from the previously expected 13% to 17%. This could be a potential area of concern, but the anticipated recovery in the fourth quarter might mitigate some investor worries about long-term prospects.

From a market perspective, VSE's performance in the Aviation aftermarket is indicative of their effective capture of market opportunities and strategic partnerships, like those with Pratt & Whitney Canada and Honeywell. While the overall outlook for the aerospace sector remains positive, given the recovery in aviation post-pandemic and increased defense spending, VSE's ability to secure long-term distribution agreements showcases a competitive edge. The 10-year agreement valued at approximately $175 million, for example, not only solidifies future revenue streams but also enhances investor confidence in the company's stability and growth potential.

The Fleet segment's temporary setback due to the USPS transitioning to a new Fleet Management Information System (FMIS) highlights the importance of customer diversification, a strategy that VSE appears to be actively pursuing. A 37% increase in commercial customer revenue is a testament to this diversification, helping to soften the negative impact from USPS' decline. Investors should keep an eye on the pace of recovery post-transition and the expansion of non-USPS revenue streams.

With regards to financial liquidity and leverage, VSE appears to maintain a strong cash position with $175 million in cash and unused commitment availability, which is important for financing ongoing operations and future growth initiatives such as the TCI acquisition. Investors should note the pro forma net leverage of approximately 3.7 times EBITDA, a key indicator of the company's debt relative to its earnings. This ratio is within industry norms, which generally consider ratios of under 4 as acceptable.

However, the increased leverage following the TCI acquisition may raise concerns about potential risks associated with higher debt levels. Nonetheless, the management's guidance indicates confidence in their ability to reduce leverage through free cash flow generation in the second half of the year. This could imply strong operational cash flow management and disciplined capital allocation

Record Revenue and Profitability for Aviation Segment

ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- VSE Corporation (NASDAQ: VSEC, "VSE", or the "Company"), a leading provider of aftermarket distribution and repair services, announced today results for the first quarter 2024.

FIRST QUARTER 2024 RESULTS(1)

(As compared to the First Quarter 2023)

  • Total Revenues of $241.5 million increased 28.1%
  • GAAP Net Income of $12.1 million increased 49.0%
  • GAAP EPS (Diluted) of $0.76 increased 20.6%
  • Adjusted EBITDA(2) of $32.3 million increased 36.7%
  • Adjusted Net Income(2) of $13.9 million increased 50.2%
  • Adjusted EPS (Diluted)(2) of $0.87 increased 22.5%
 

1 From continuing operations

2 Non-GAAP measure. See additional information at the end of this release regarding non-GAAP financial measures

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

“We completed the first quarter of 2024 with record financial results," said John Cuomo, President and CEO of VSE Corporation. "Our Aviation segment reported 43% revenue growth and record Adjusted EBITDA margins of 17% in the quarter. The Aviation segment's robust results were supported by strong execution on recently awarded distribution and MRO agreements, the introduction of new product and service capabilities, the launch of a newly acquired OEM licensed manufacturing program, and contributions from the Desser Aerospace acquisition. Our Fleet segment continued to diversify its customer base, driving strong growth in commercial and e-commerce customers, offset by a near-term decrease in maintenance activity within the United States Postal Service.”

Mr. Cuomo continued, “As previously communicated, our 2024 focus is program implementation and execution. This involves the expansion of a recently announced agreement with Pratt & Whitney Canada to support Europe, Middle East, and Africa ("EMEA"), the launch of the newly acquired OEM licensed manufacturing program, and the integration of newly acquired businesses. As we embark on this transformation and with our continued focus on aviation aftermarket expansion, I am confident in our team’s ability to execute these strategic initiatives while continuing to drive above-market revenue growth and improved profitability.”

STRATEGIC UPDATE

  • TURBINE CONTROLS ACQUISITION: On April 24, 2024, VSE completed the acquisition of Turbine Controls, Inc. ("TCI"), a leading provider of aftermarket maintenance, repair and overhaul (“MRO”) support services for complex engine components, as well as engine and airframe accessories. VSE acquired TCI for a total consideration of approximately $120 million, comprising $110 million in cash and $10 million of common shares of the Company, subject to working capital adjustments. TCI expands VSE's OEM-authorized repair capabilities and increases VSE's exposure to the commercial aviation market. In early May, the TCI team accepted a key supplier award from Collins Aerospace, exemplifying TCI's commitment to excellence and program execution.
  • AVIATION NEW PROGRAM EXECUTION AND ACQUISITION UPDATE:
    • The launch of the Pratt & Whitney Canada EMEA program, announced in the fourth quarter of 2023, remains on track with the opening of a new distribution facility in Hamburg, Germany, and the initial shipments to customers in the first quarter.
    • The Honeywell Fuel Controls program, announced in the fourth quarter of 2023, is outpacing early expectations, contributing to margin growth in the first quarter. The expansion of the Aviation segment's Kansas facility, the future center of excellence for the fuel control program, is on track to be operational by the end of this year.
    • During the first quarter, VSE Aviation expanded and renewed an OEM engine accessory part distribution agreement for 10-years, valued at approximately $175 million over the life of the program.
    • The integration of Desser Aerospace is in process and remains on track to be completed over the next twelve-months, and is expected to drive revenue growth and margin expansion.
  • FEDERAL AND DEFENSE DIVESTITURE AND CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING: In February 2024, VSE completed the sale of substantially all of its Federal and Defense segment (“FDS”) operating assets. The FDS sale was completed for a total cash consideration of $44.0 million, subject to post-closing adjustments. In the first quarter of 2024, we recognized an $18.7 million loss, net of tax, related to the FDS separation, which includes a non-cash loss on the FDS Sale, other FDS impairment, and loss from FDS operations and other one-time transaction expenses. As previously disclosed, the Company expects to recognize additional restructuring charges ranging from $15 to $18 million related to certain corporate restructuring initiatives as we complete all transition work by the end of 2024.

FIRST QUARTER SEGMENT RESULTS

Aviation segment revenue increased 43% year-over-year to a record $162.4 million in the first quarter of 2024. The year-over-year revenue improvement was attributable to strong program execution of new and existing distribution awards, increased MRO activity, and contributions from recent acquisitions. On an organic basis, revenue increased approximately 20%, as compared to the prior-year period. Aviation distribution and repair revenue increased 38% and 58%, respectively, in the first quarter of 2024, versus the prior-year period. The Aviation segment reported operating income of $22.3 million in the first quarter, compared to $15.7 million in the same period of 2023. Segment Adjusted EBITDA increased by 46% in the first quarter to $27.7 million, versus $18.9 million in the prior-year period. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 17.0%, an increase of approximately 30 basis points versus the prior-year period, driven primarily by favorable price and product mix, along with strong MRO revenue growth.

Fleet segment revenue increased 5% year-over-year to $79.2 million in the first quarter of 2024. Revenue from commercial customers increased 37% on a year-over-year basis, driven by growth in e-commerce fulfillment and commercial fleet sales. Commercial revenue represented 56% of total Fleet segment revenue in the period. Revenue from the United States Postal Service ("USPS") declined approximately 19% on a year-over-year basis. This revenue decline was primarily driven by USPS' transition to a new Fleet Management Information System, which is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2024, resulting in a temporary reduction in maintenance related activity and parts usage. The Fleet segment reported operating income of $6.6 million in the first quarter, compared to $5.9 million in the same period of 2023. Segment Adjusted EBITDA decreased 7%year-over-year to $7.5 million, and Adjusted EBITDA margin declined approximately 130 basis points to 9.5%, primarily driven by customer and product mix.

FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND LIQUIDITY

As of March 31, 2024, the Company had $175 million in cash and unused commitment availability under its $350 million revolving credit facility maturing in 2026. As of March 31, 2024, VSE had a total net debt outstanding of $471 million. Pro forma net leverage was approximately 3.7 times EBITDA as of the end of the first quarter.

Following the acquisition of TCI in April 2024, VSE's pro forma net leverage ratio is expected to be approximately 4.1 times. Pro forma net leverage is expected to be below 4 times by year-end, driven by free cash flow generation in the second-half of the year.

GUIDANCE

VSE is increasing its full-year 2024 revenue growth and Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance for its Aviation segment. The guidance is as follows:

  • Aviation segment full-year 2024 revenue guidance range is increasing from 24% to 28% to 34% to 38% growth, as compared to the prior year, to reflect both current business performance and current year contributions from the recent TCI acquisition.
  • Aviation segment full-year 2024 Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance range is increasing from 15% to 16% to 15.5% to 16.5%.

VSE is revising its full-year 2024 revenue growth and Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance for its Fleet segment. The new guidance is as follows:

  • Fleet segment full-year 2024 revenue guidance range is decreasing from 13% to 17% to a 0% to 5%, as compared to the prior year. The USPS has decided to migrate all of their vehicle maintenance facilities to a new Fleet Management Information System ("FMIS") in 2024, which is resulting in a temporary decline in the number of transactions processed at converted facilities. To date, the USPS has migrated one-third of their facilities to this new system and expects to convert the remaining facilities by the end of the third quarter of 2024. As a result, the Company expects USPS revenue to decline 30% to 35% for the full year 2024, offset by an approximate 40% increase in commercial revenue. The USPS recovery following this temporary decline is anticipated to begin in the fourth quarter of 2024.
  • Fleet segment full-year 2024 Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance is 6% to 8%, driven by lower USPS sales volume and an increased mix of commercial customers.

FIRST QUARTER RESULTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Three months ended March 31,

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Revenues

 

$

241,539

 

$

188,587

 

28.1

%

Operating income

 

$

24,174

 

$

16,778

 

44.1

%

Net income from continuing operations

 

$

12,100

 

$

8,120

 

49.0

%

EPS (Diluted)

 

$

0.76

 

$

0.63

 

20.6

%

FIRST QUARTER SEGMENT RESULTS

The following is a summary of revenues and operating income for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2023:

 

 

Three months ended March 31,

(in thousands)

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Revenues:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aviation

 

$

162,383

 

 

$

113,235

 

 

43.4

%

Fleet

 

 

79,156

 

 

 

75,352

 

 

5.0

%

Total revenues

 

$

241,539

 

 

$

188,587

 

 

28.1

%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating income (loss):

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aviation

 

$

22,310

 

 

$

15,664

 

 

42.4

%

Fleet

 

 

6,617

 

 

 

5,899

 

 

12.2

%

Corporate/unallocated expenses

 

 

(4,753

)

 

 

(4,785

)

 

(0.7

)%

Operating income

 

$

24,174

 

 

$

16,778

 

 

44.1

%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Company reported $7.7 million of total capital expenditures for three months ended March 31, 2024.

NON-GAAP MEASURES

In addition to the financial measures prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), this earnings release also contains Non-GAAP financial measures. These measures provide useful information to investors, and a reconciliation of these measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures and other information relating to these Non-GAAP measures is included in the supplemental schedules attached.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Adjusted Net Income from Continuing Operations and Adjusted EPS

 

 

Three months ended March 31,

(in thousands)

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Net income from continuing operations

 

$

12,100

 

 

$

8,120

 

 

49.0

%

Adjustments to income from continuing operations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acquisition, integration and restructuring costs

 

 

2,348

 

 

 

1,475

 

 

59.2

%

 

 

 

14,448

 

 

 

9,595

 

 

50.6

%

Tax impact of adjusted items

 

 

(586

)

 

 

(368

)

 

59.2

%

Adjusted net income from continuing operations

 

$

13,862

 

 

$

9,227

 

 

50.2

%

Weighted average dilutive shares

 

 

15,940

 

 

 

12,926

 

 

23.3

%

Adjusted EPS (Diluted)

 

$

0.87

 

 

$

0.71

 

 

22.5

%

EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

 

 

Three months ended March 31,

(in thousands)

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Net income from continuing operations

 

$

12,100

 

$

8,120

 

49.0

%

Interest expense

 

 

9,187

 

 

5,980

 

53.6

%

Income taxes

 

 

2,887

 

 

2,678

 

7.8

%

Amortization of intangible assets

 

 

3,381

 

 

3,939

 

(14.2

)%

Depreciation and other amortization

 

 

2,414

 

 

1,447

 

66.8

%

EBITDA

 

 

29,969

 

 

22,164

 

35.2

%

Acquisition, integration and restructuring costs

 

 

2,348

 

 

1,475

 

59.2

%

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$

32,317

 

$

23,639

 

36.7

%

Adjusted EBITDA Summary

 

 

 

 

 

(in thousands)

Three months ended March 31,

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Aviation

$

27,678

 

 

$

18,918

 

 

46.3

%

Fleet

 

7,536

 

 

 

8,144

 

 

(7.5

)%

Adjusted Corporate expenses (1)

 

(2,897

)

 

 

(3,423

)

 

(15.4

)%

Adjusted EBITDA

$

32,317

 

 

$

23,639

 

 

36.7

%

(1) Includes certain adjustments not directly attributable to any of our segments.

Segment EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

 

 

Three months ended March 31,

(in thousands)

 

2024

 

2023

 

% Change

Aviation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating income

 

$

22,310

 

$

15,664

 

42.4

%

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

4,933

 

 

3,254

 

51.6

%

EBITDA

 

 

27,243

 

 

18,918

 

44.0

%

Acquisition, integration and restructuring costs

 

 

435

 

 

 

%

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$

27,678

 

$

18,918

 

46.3

%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fleet

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating income

 

$

6,617

 

$

5,899

 

12.2

%

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

755

 

 

2,087

 

(63.8

)%

EBITDA

 

 

7,372

 

 

7,986

 

(7.7

)%

Acquisition, integration and restructuring costs

 

 

164

 

 

158

 

3.8

%

Adjusted EBITDA

 

$

7,536

 

$

8,144

 

(7.5

)%

Free Cash Flow

 

 

Three months ended

(in thousands)

 

March 31, 2024

 

December 31, 2023

Net cash used in operating activities

 

$

(79,060

)

 

$

27,942

 

Capital expenditures

 

 

(7,729

)

 

 

(7,871

)

Free cash flow

 

$

(86,789

)

 

$

20,071

 

Net Debt

(in thousands)

March 31, 2024

 

December 31, 2023

Principal amount of debt

$

484,946

 

 

$

433,000

 

Debt issuance costs

 

(3,324

)

 

 

(3,656

)

Cash and cash equivalents

 

(10,569

)

 

 

(7,768

)

Net Debt

$

471,053

 

 

$

421,576

 

Net Leverage Ratio

($ in thousands)

March 31, 2024

 

December 31, 2023

Net Debt

$

471,053

 

$

421,576

TTM Adjusted EBITDA (1)

$

122,515

 

$

113,833

Net Leverage Ratio

3.8 x

 

3.7 x

 

 

 

 

TTM Adjusted EBITDA Proforma (2)

$

128,481

 

$

124,304

Pro forma Net Leverage Ratio

3.7 x

 

3.4 x

(1) TTM Adjusted EBITDA is defined as Adjusted EBITDA for the most recent twelve (12) month period.

(2) TTM Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA includes pre-acquisition portion of EBITDA for the trailing twelve months that is not included in historical results.

The non-GAAP Financial Information set forth in this document is not calculated in accordance with GAAP under SEC Regulation G. We consider Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted EPS (Diluted), EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, net debt and free cash flow as non-GAAP financial measures and important indicators of performance and useful metrics for management and investors to evaluate our business' ongoing operating performance on a consistent basis across reporting periods. These non-GAAP financial measures, however, should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for performance measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted Net Income represents Net Income adjusted for acquisition-related costs, other discrete items, and related tax impact. Adjusted EPS (Diluted) is computed by dividing net income, adjusted for the discrete items as identified above and the related tax impacts, by the diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding. EBITDA represents net income before interest expense, income taxes, amortization of intangible assets and depreciation and other amortization. Adjusted EBITDA represents EBITDA (as defined above) adjusted for discrete items as identified above. Adjusted EBITDA Pro Forma represents Adjusted EBITDA plus the pre-acquisition portion of EBITDA for the trailing twelve months. Net debt is defined as principal amount of debt less debt issuance costs and less cash and cash equivalents. Free cash flow represents operating cash flow less capital expenditures. Pro Forma Net leverage ratio is calculated as net debt divided by trailing twelve month Adjusted EBITDA Pro Forma.

The Company has presented forward-looking statements regarding Adjusted EBITDA margin. This non-GAAP financial measure is derived by excluding certain amounts, expenses or income, from the corresponding financial measure determined in accordance with GAAP. The determination of the amounts that are excluded from this non-GAAP financial measure is a matter of management judgment and depends upon, among other factors, the nature of the underlying expense or income amounts recognized in a given period in reliance on the exception provided by item 10(e)(1)(i)(B) of Regulation S-K. We are unable to present a quantitative reconciliation of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA margin to its most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP financial measure because such information is not available, and management cannot reliably predict all of the necessary components of such GAAP measure without unreasonable effort or expense. In addition, we believe such reconciliation would imply a degree of precision that would be confusing or misleading to investors. The unavailable information could have a significant impact on the company's future financial results. This non-GAAP financial measure is a preliminary estimate and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including, among others, changes in connection with quarter-end and year-end adjustments. Any variation between the company's actual results and preliminary financial data set forth above may be material.

CONFERENCE CALL

A conference call will be held Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. ET to review the Company’s financial results, discuss recent events and conduct a question-and-answer session.

A webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of VSE’s website at https://ir.vsecorp.com. To listen to the live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software.

To participate in the live teleconference:

Domestic Live:

(877) 407-0789

International Live:

(201) 689-8562

Audio Webcast:

https://viavid.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1662673&tp_key=796d0d3183

To listen to a replay of the teleconference through May 23, 2024:

Domestic Replay:

(844) 512-2921

International Replay:

(412) 317-6671

Replay PIN Number:

13745309

ABOUT VSE CORPORATION

VSE is a leading provider of aftermarket distribution and repair services. Operating through its two key segments, VSE significantly enhances the productivity and longevity of its customers' high-value, business-critical assets. The Aviation segment is a leading provider of aftermarket parts distribution and maintenance, repair, and overhaul ("MRO") services for components and engine accessories to commercial, business, and general aviation operators. The Fleet segment specializes in part distribution, engineering solutions, and supply chain management services catered to the medium and heavy-duty fleet market. For more detailed information, please visit VSE's website at www.vsecorp.com.

Please refer to the Form 10-Q that will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on or about May 9, 2024 for more details on our first quarter 2024 results. Also, refer to VSE’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 for further information and analysis of VSE’s financial condition and results of operations. VSE encourages investors and others to review the detailed reporting and disclosures contained in VSE’s public filings for additional discussion about the status of customer programs and contract awards, risks, revenue sources and funding, dependence on material customers, and management’s discussion of short- and long-term business challenges and opportunities.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This document contains certain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements, which are included in accordance with the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause VSE’s actual results and performance in future periods to be materially different from any future results or performance suggested by the forward-looking statements in this document. Although we believe the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from these expectations. “Forward-looking” statements, as such term is defined by the SEC in its rules, regulations and releases, represent our expectations or beliefs, including, but not limited to, statements concerning our operations, economic performance, financial condition, growth and acquisition strategies, investments and future operational plans. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “forecast,” “seek,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “could,” “estimate,” “might,” “continue,” “seeking” or the negative or other variations thereof or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements, by their nature, involve substantial risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond our control, and actual results may differ materially depending on a variety of important factors, including, but not limited to, factors identified in our reports filed or expected to be filed with the SEC including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. All forward-looking statements made herein are qualified by these cautionary statements and risk factors and there can be no assurance that the actual results, events or developments referenced herein will occur or be realized. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward looking-statements, which reflect management's analysis only as of the date hereof. We undertake no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

VSE Corporation and Subsidiaries

Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands except share and per share amounts)

 

 

 

March 31,

 

December 31,

 

 

2024

 

2023

Assets

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

10,569

 

$

7,768

Receivables (net of allowance of $4.6 million and $3.4 million, respectively)

 

 

145,427

 

 

127,958

Contract assets

 

 

10,800

 

 

8,049

Inventories

 

 

521,247

 

 

500,864

Other current assets

 

 

55,053

 

 

36,389

Current assets held-for-sale

 

 

 

 

93,002

Total current assets

 

 

743,096

 

 

774,030

Property and equipment (net of accumulated depreciation of $46.8 million and $37.4 million, respectively)

 

 

66,559

 

 

58,076

Intangible assets (net of accumulated amortization of $69.6 million and $135.6 million, respectively)

 

 

110,749

 

 

114,130

Goodwill

 

 

351,112

 

 

351,781

Operating lease right-of-use asset

 

 

35,123

 

 

28,684

Other assets

 

 

30,285

 

 

23,637

Total assets

 

$

1,336,924

 

$

1,350,338

 

 

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders' equity

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

Current portion of long-term debt

 

$

30,000

 

$

22,500

Accounts payable

 

 

155,478

 

 

173,036

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

 

 

35,988

 

 

36,383

Dividends payable

 

 

1,584

 

 

1,576

Current liabilities held-for-sale

 

 

 

 

53,391

Total current liabilities

 

 

223,050

 

 

286,886

Long-term debt, less current portion

 

 

451,622

 

 

406,844

Deferred compensation

 

 

7,677

 

 

7,939

Long-term operating lease obligations

 

 

31,431

 

 

24,959

Deferred tax liabilities

 

 

7,406

 

 

6,985

Other long-term liabilities

 

 

3,000

 

 

Total liabilities

 

 

724,186

 

 

733,613

Commitments and contingencies

 

 

 

 

Stockholders' equity:

 

 

 

 

Common stock, par value $0.05 per share, authorized 23,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding $15,834,164 and $15,756,918, respectively

 

 

792

 

 

788

Additional paid-in capital

 

 

230,805

 

 

229,103

Retained earnings

 

 

376,505

 

 

384,702

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

 

 

4,636

 

 

2,132

Total stockholders' equity

 

 

612,738

 

 

616,725

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$

1,336,924

 

$

1,350,338

VSE Corporation and Subsidiaries

 

Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Income

(in thousands except share and per share amounts)

 

 

 

For the three months
ended March 31,

 

 

2024

 

2023

Revenues:

 

 

 

 

Products

 

$

187,179

 

 

$

154,446

Services

 

 

54,360

 

 

 

34,141

Total revenues

 

 

241,539

 

 

 

188,587

 

 

 

 

 

Costs and operating expenses:

 

 

 

 

Products

 

 

162,983

 

 

 

135,249

Services

 

 

48,002

 

 

 

30,576

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

 

2,999

 

 

 

2,045

Amortization of intangible assets

 

 

3,381

 

 

 

3,939

Total costs and operating expenses

 

 

217,365

 

 

 

171,809

Operating income

 

 

24,174

 

 

 

16,778

 

 

 

 

 

Interest expense, net

 

 

9,187

 

 

 

5,980

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

 

 

14,987

 

 

 

10,798

Provision for income taxes

 

 

2,887

 

 

 

2,678

Net income from continuing operations

 

 

12,100

 

 

 

8,120

(Loss) income from discontinued operations, net of tax

 

 

(18,711

)

 

 

997

Net (loss) income

 

$

(6,611

)

 

$

9,117

 

 

 

 

 

Earnings (loss) per share:

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

 

 

Continuing operations

 

$

0.77

 

 

$

0.63

Discontinued operations

 

 

(1.19

)

 

 

0.08

 

 

$

(0.42

)

 

$

0.71

 

 

 

 

 

Diluted

 

 

 

 

Continuing operations

 

$

0.76

 

 

$

0.63

Discontinued operations

 

 

(1.17

)

 

 

0.08

 

 

$

(0.41

)

 

$

0.71

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted average shares outstanding:

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

15,783,915

 

 

 

12,844,458

Diluted

 

 

15,939,950

 

 

 

12,926,424

 

 

 

 

 

Dividends declared per share

 

$

0.10

 

 

$

0.10

 

 

 

 

 

VSE Corporation and Subsidiaries

 

Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in thousands)

 

 

 

For the three months ended
March 31,

 

 

2024

 

2023

 

 

(a)

 

(a)

Cash flows from operating activities:

 

 

 

 

Net (loss) income

 

 

(6,611

)

 

 

9,117

 

Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash used in operating activities:

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

5,945

 

 

 

6,247

 

Amortization of debt issuance cost

 

 

332

 

 

 

213

 

Deferred taxes

 

 

(3,763

)

 

 

540

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

2,498

 

 

 

2,081

 

Impairment and loss on sale of business segment

 

 

16,867

 

 

 

 

Loss on sale of property and equipment

 

 

421

 

 

 

 

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of impact of acquisitions:

 

 

 

 

Receivables, net

 

 

(24,604

)

 

 

(9,801

)

Contract assets

 

 

7,823

 

 

 

2,423

 

Inventories, net

 

 

(19,911

)

 

 

(33,230

)

Other current assets and other assets

 

 

(17,381

)

 

 

1,409

 

Operating lease assets and liabilities, net

 

 

(166

)

 

 

68

 

Accounts payable and deferred compensation

 

 

(25,676

)

 

 

(18,257

)

Accrued expenses and other current and noncurrent liabilities

 

 

(14,834

)

 

 

(9,484

)

Net cash used in operating activities

 

 

(79,060

)

 

 

(48,674

)

Cash flows from investing activities:

 

 

 

 

Purchases of property and equipment

 

 

(7,729

)

 

 

(2,840

)

Proceeds from the sale of business segment

 

 

41,137

 

 

 

 

Cash paid for acquisitions, net of cash acquired

 

 

 

 

 

(11,754

)

Net cash provided (used) in investing activities

 

 

33,408

 

 

 

(14,594

)

Cash flows from financing activities:

 

 

 

 

Borrowings on bank credit facilities

 

 

211,082

 

 

 

176,751

 

Repayments on bank credit facilities

 

 

(159,135

)

 

 

(111,363

)

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

 

 

 

 

 

248

 

Payment of taxes for equity transactions

 

 

(2,079

)

 

 

(1,031

)

Dividends paid

 

 

(1,577

)

 

 

(1,283

)

Net cash provided by financing activities

 

 

48,291

 

 

 

63,322

 

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

 

 

2,639

 

 

 

54

 

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period

 

 

7,930

 

 

 

478

 

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period

 

$

10,569

 

 

$

532

(a)

The cash flows related to discontinued operations and held-for-sale assets and liabilities have not been segregated, and remain included in the major classes of assets and liabilities. Accordingly, the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows include the results of continuing and discontinued operations.

 

INVESTOR CONTACT

Michael Perlman

VP, Investor Relations & Treasury

T: (954) 547-0480 M: (561) 281-0247

investors@vsecorp.com

Source: VSE Corporation

FAQ

What were VSE 's total revenues in the first quarter of 2024?

VSE reported total revenues of $241.5 million in the first quarter of 2024, representing a 28.1% increase compared to the same period in the previous year.

What was the GAAP net income for VSE in the first quarter of 2024?

VSE 's GAAP net income was $12.1 million in the first quarter of 2024, a 49.0% increase from the same period in 2023.

What is VSE 's stock symbol?

VSE 's stock symbol is NASDAQ: VSEC.

What was the percentage increase in Adjusted EBITDA for VSE in the first quarter of 2024?

VSE 's Adjusted EBITDA increased by 36.7% to $32.3 million in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the prior year.

What strategic initiatives did VSE announce for 2024?

VSE announced program implementation and execution as its focus for 2024, along with expanding distribution agreements, OEM licensed manufacturing programs, and the integration of newly acquired businesses in the Aviation segment.

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