Daktronics Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Daktronics reported a strong third quarter with record net sales, improved gross profit margins, and operating income, driven by strategic pricing increases, supply chain improvements, and expense management.
Record third quarter net sales increased by 32.5% compared to the previous year.
Product order backlog reached $429.1 million, up from $353.3 million in the year-earlier period.
Gross profit margin improved from 16.0% to 22.6% compared to the prior year.
Operating income was $7.1 million, a significant improvement from the adjusted operating loss in the third quarter of fiscal 2022.
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Forward Guidance
Daktronics expects long-term market growth, increased production capacity, and stability of operations to efficiently convert backlog to sales. The company is monitoring production capabilities, inflation, and supply conditions to adjust resources and product pricing to expand margins and increase profitability.
Positive Outlook
- Increased production capacity
- Factory automation investments
- Expanded labor availability
- Reduced supply chain disruptions
- Initiatives to reduce inventory levels
Challenges Ahead
- Production capabilities
- Inflation's impact on material prices and labor
- Supply conditions in the ever-evolving geopolitical and global economic environment
- Ability to quickly adjust resources
- Ability to adjust product pricing
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income