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Sep 30, 2022

IPG Photonics Q3 2022 Earnings Report

IPG Photonics experienced strong demand from e-mobility and medical, which was offset by currency headwinds and softer general industrial demand in China and Europe.

Key Takeaways

IPG Photonics reported a decrease in revenue by 8% year over year, totaling $349 million for the third quarter. Despite challenges like currency headwinds and softer demand in certain regions, the company saw upward momentum in emerging growth products, with particular strength in e-mobility and medical applications. Earnings per diluted share increased 5% year over year to $1.47.

Third quarter revenue decreased 8% year over year to $349 million.

Emerging growth products sales accounted for 43% of total revenue.

Earnings per diluted share (EPS) increased 5% year over year to $1.47.

Sales increased 1% in North America and decreased 13% in Europe, 14% in China and 21% in Japan on a year-over-year basis.

Total Revenue
$349M
Previous year: $379M
-8.0%
EPS
$1.47
Previous year: $1.4
+5.0%
Gross Margin
43.1%
Previous year: 49%
-12.0%
Operating Margin
26.7%
Previous year: 26.9%
-0.7%
Gross Profit
$150M
Previous year: $186M
-19.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$869M
Previous year: $795M
+9.4%
Free Cash Flow
$51.2M
Previous year: $62.5M
-18.0%
Total Assets
$2.96B
Previous year: $3.14B
-5.8%

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IPG Photonics Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

For the fourth quarter of 2022, IPG expects revenue of $300 to $330 million and anticipates delivering earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.70 to $1.00. The fourth quarter guidance range is reduced by approximately $28 million due to foreign currency headwinds that are related to the current strength of the U.S. dollar as compared to the fourth quarter of 2021.

Positive Outlook

  • Macro trends such as e-mobility should continue to drive higher demand for our lasers.
  • Investments in renewable energy should continue to drive higher demand for our lasers.
  • Automation should continue to drive higher demand for our lasers.
  • Focus on energy efficiency due to increased energy costs should continue to drive higher demand for our lasers.

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue of $300 to $330 million is expected for Q4 2022.
  • The Company expects the fourth quarter tax rate to be approximately 25%.
  • EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.70 to $1.00.
  • The fourth quarter guidance range is reduced by approximately $28 million due to foreign currency headwinds that are related to the current strength of the U.S. dollar as compared to the fourth quarter of 2021.

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