IPG Photonics reported a 6% decrease in first-quarter revenue to $347 million, with earnings per diluted share decreasing by 4% to $1.26. The company's welding revenue grew, driven by record sales in EV battery applications and LightWELD, while diversification efforts helped offset softer demand in cutting and marking applications. Sales decreased in North America, Europe, and China, but increased in Japan.
First quarter revenue decreased 6% year over year to $347 million.
Earnings per diluted share decreased 4% year over year to $1.26.
Welding revenue grew, driven by record sales into EV battery applications and all-time high sales for LightWELD.
Sales decreased 1% in North America, 7% in Europe, and 22% in China, but were up 68% in Japan year-over-year.
For the second quarter of 2023, IPG expects revenue of $325 million to $355 million and earnings per diluted share in the range of $1.05 to $1.35. The Company expects the second quarter tax rate to be approximately 26%.
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