Apr 30, 2024

Comtech Q3 2024 Earnings Report

Comtech's Q3 2024 performance was marked by a decrease in consolidated net sales, improved operating loss, and strategic wins in key segments.

Key Takeaways

Comtech reported a decrease in consolidated net sales but an improved operating loss. The company secured a new credit facility and highlighted key contract wins, particularly in the Terrestrial & Wireless Networks segment. Management is focused on improving cash conversion and expects positive impacts from the recent refinancing.

Consolidated net sales decreased by 6% year-over-year to $128.1 million.

Operating loss improved to ($3.5) million compared to ($5.3) million in Q3 2023.

The company secured a new credit facility comprising a $60 million revolver and a $162 million term loan.

Massachusetts awarded Comtech a five-year contract for NG911 public safety system operations and maintenance, valued in excess of $140 million.

Total Revenue
$128M
Previous year: $136M
-6.0%
EPS
$0.2
Previous year: $0.11
+81.8%
Gross Profit
$33.7M
Previous year: $43.1M
-22.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$27.2M
Previous year: $21.4M
+27.0%
Free Cash Flow
-$6.29M
Previous year: $11.7M
-154.0%
Total Assets
$991M
Previous year: $990M
+0.1%

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Forward Guidance

Comtech expects net sales and Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 fiscal 2024 to be similar to Q3 of fiscal 2024, driven by leadership additions, operational transformation, best-in-class technology, and growing end markets.

Positive Outlook

  • Excellent additions to the leadership team.
  • Financial performance will benefit from our operational transformation.
  • People, technology, and equipment are best in class, evidenced by continuing success in winning new business.
  • Existing end markets are growing.
  • New markets are coming into view.

Challenges Ahead

  • Elevated interest rates.
  • Inflation.
  • Continuing resolutions associated with the U.S. Federal budget may cause order and production delays.
  • Disruptions in component availability.
  • Increased pricing both for labor and parts, and higher logistics and operational costs.