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Dec 30, 2023

Cavco Q3 2024 Earnings Report

Cavco's financial performance declined in Q3 2024 due to lower home sales volume and prices, though orders improved and strategic investments continued.

Key Takeaways

Cavco Industries reported a decrease in net revenue and net income for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, with net revenue at $447 million, down 10.8% year-over-year, and net income per diluted share at $4.27, compared to $6.66 in the prior year. Despite the declines, orders written this quarter were the highest in the last six quarters, and the company announced a new $100 million stock repurchase program.

Net revenue decreased by 10.8% to $447 million compared to the prior year.

Net income per diluted share fell to $4.27 from $6.66 in the same quarter last year.

Backlogs totaled $160 million, with modules in backlog growing 3% from the previous quarter.

A new $100 million stock repurchase program was announced, increasing the total available for repurchase to $139 million.

Total Revenue
$447M
Previous year: $501M
-10.8%
EPS
$4.27
Previous year: $6.66
-35.9%
Factory-Built Homes Sold
4.16K
Previous year: 4.44K
-6.3%
Factory-Built Modules Sold
6.81K
Previous year: 7.54K
-9.8%
Order Backlog
$160M
Previous year: $427M
-62.5%
Gross Profit
$103M
Previous year: $132M
-21.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$353M
Previous year: $376M
-6.2%
Free Cash Flow
$41.1M
Previous year: $59.5M
-30.9%
Total Assets
$1.33B
Previous year: $1.26B
+4.9%

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Forward Guidance

Cavco's management expressed optimism about future performance, citing improved order rates and strategic investments in affordable housing solutions. However, they also acknowledged potential risks related to economic conditions and regulatory factors.

Positive Outlook

  • Orders written this quarter were the highest in the last six quarters.
  • Dealer orders continue to improve.
  • Manufacturing and retail operations have executed well through the downturn.
  • Company is focused on the underlying critical need for quality, affordable homes.
  • New Anthem series is the first nationally available HUD-approved manufactured duplex.

Challenges Ahead

  • Return of community orders still lies ahead.
  • Impact of local or national emergencies including the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Labor shortages and the pricing and availability of transportation or raw materials.
  • Cyclical and seasonal nature of our business.
  • General deterioration in economic conditions and turmoil in the financial markets.

Revenue & Expenses

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