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Franklin Electric
🇺🇸 NASDAQ:FELE
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Dec 31, 2024

Franklin Electric Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Franklin Electric reported increased sales and a decline in operating income in Q4 2024.

Key Takeaways

Franklin Electric reported Q4 2024 net sales of $485.7 million, a 3% increase year-over-year. However, operating income declined to $43.0 million from $50.8 million in Q4 2023. GAAP EPS was $0.72, down from $0.82 in the prior year. The Energy Systems segment showed the highest growth, while Water Systems remained flat.

Q4 2024 net sales increased by 3% to $485.7 million.

Operating income declined to $43.0 million from $50.8 million in Q4 2023.

EPS was $0.72, down from $0.82 in the prior year.

Energy Systems segment posted a record operating income of $24.7 million.

Total Revenue
$486M
Previous year: $473M
+2.7%
EPS
$0.72
Previous year: $0.82
-12.2%
Operating Margin
8.9%
Free Cash Flow
$261M
Gross Profit
$164M
Previous year: $160M
+2.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$221M
Previous year: $85M
+159.6%
Total Assets
$1.82B
Previous year: $1.73B
+5.4%

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Forward Guidance

Franklin Electric expects full-year 2025 revenue between $2.09 billion and $2.15 billion, with EPS ranging from $4.05 to $4.25.

Positive Outlook

  • Anticipated revenue growth driven by recent acquisitions.
  • Focus on margin expansion through productivity initiatives.
  • Healthy balance sheet provides flexibility for strategic investments.
  • Order trends improving as backlog normalizes.
  • Continued growth expected in Energy Systems segment.

Challenges Ahead

  • Macroeconomic pressures remain a headwind.
  • Potential cost increases from supply chain disruptions.
  • Lower profitability in Water Systems due to weaker dewatering pump sales.
  • Distribution segment faces margin pressure despite revenue growth.
  • Fluctuating foreign currency impact on international operations.

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Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income