Mar 30, 2024

Garmin Q1 2024 Earnings Report

Garmin reported record first quarter revenue and operating income, with significant growth in fitness and auto OEM segments.

Key Takeaways

Garmin's Q1 2024 results showed strong performance with a 20% increase in consolidated revenue to $1.38 billion and a 51% increase in operating income to $298 million. The company achieved record first quarter revenue in four segments, driven by robust demand and a strong product portfolio. GAAP EPS was reported at $1.43, and pro forma EPS at $1.42, representing a 39% growth in pro forma EPS.

Consolidated revenue increased by 20% year-over-year to $1.38 billion.

Gross and operating margins expanded to 58.1% and 21.6%, respectively.

Operating income increased by 51% year-over-year to $298 million.

GAAP EPS was $1.43, and pro forma EPS was $1.42, a 39% increase over the prior year.

Total Revenue
$1.38B
Previous year: $1.15B
+20.5%
EPS
$1.42
Previous year: $1.02
+39.2%
Gross Margin
58.1%
Previous year: 56.9%
+2.1%
Operating Margin
21.6%
Previous year: 17.2%
+25.6%
Effective Tax Rate
15.6%
Previous year: 8.8%
+77.3%
Gross Profit
$802M
Previous year: $653M
+22.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.92B
Previous year: $1.36B
+41.1%
Free Cash Flow
$402M
Previous year: $232M
+73.0%
Total Assets
$8.63B
Previous year: $7.73B
+11.8%

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Garmin Revenue by Segment

Garmin Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

The company is not updating its 2024 guidance for revenue of approximately $5.75 billion and pro forma EPS of $5.40.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income