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Feb 01, 2020

Daktronics Q3 2020 Earnings Report

Daktronics reported a net sales increase of 10.9% compared to the same quarter last year, but experienced a decline in profitability due to project cost overruns and changes in project mix.

Key Takeaways

Daktronics reported Q3 fiscal year 2020 results with increased net sales but decreased profitability. Net sales increased by 10.9% to $127.7 million, while the company faced an operating loss of $9.2 million and a net loss of $12.7 million, or $0.28 per diluted share.

Net sales increased by 10.9% to $127.7 million compared to Q3 2019.

The company experienced an operating loss of $9.2 million and a net loss of $12.7 million, or $0.28 per diluted share.

Orders remained relatively flat at $135.0 million compared to $135.4 million in Q3 2019.

Product order backlog at the end of Q3 2020 was $187 million, up from $168 million a year earlier.

Total Revenue
$128M
Previous year: $115M
+10.9%
EPS
-$0.28
Previous year: -$0.07
+300.0%
Order Backlog
$187M
Previous year: $168M
+11.3%
Gross Margin
19.2%
Previous year: 21.6%
-11.1%
Operating Margin
-7.2%
Previous year: -6.5%
+10.8%
Gross Profit
$24.5M
Previous year: $24.9M
-1.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$40.3M
Previous year: $33.3M
+21.1%
Free Cash Flow
$12.6M
Previous year: $5.38M
+133.8%
Total Assets
$359M
Previous year: $359M
+-0.0%

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Forward Guidance

Daktronics anticipates growth opportunities but faces near-term uncertainties due to the coronavirus situation, which may impact order timing and supply chains.

Positive Outlook

  • Sales opportunities in the marketplace are growing.
  • Active project bids have increased this year compared to last year in all business units.
  • The dynamic audio-visual communication systems market is expected to grow over the long-term.
  • Growth is seen in current markets, with access to new markets through increased capabilities of NPP displays.
  • The company continues to invest in new technologies and market development.

Challenges Ahead

  • Orders and sales timing may be impacted by the coronavirus situation (COVID-19).
  • Potential customer order delays due to COVID-19.
  • Potential supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19.
  • Fixed ongoing costs need to be covered.
  • Strategic investments are required.

Revenue & Expenses

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