Kratos Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Kratos reported a slight increase in revenue for Q3 2024, with $275.9 million compared to $274.6 million in Q3 2023. The company's operating income was $6.5 million, and net income reached $3.2 million. The consolidated book-to-bill ratio stood at 1.0 to 1.0.
Third quarter revenues reached $275.9 million, a slight increase from $274.6 million in the same period last year.
Unmanned Systems revenues grew to $64.2 million, compared to $56.7 million in Q3 2023.
The company's consolidated book to bill ratio for Q3 2024 was 1.0 to 1.
Kratos is positioned to increase jet drone production to ~400 a year including Valkyrie.
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Forward Guidance
Kratos provided initial Q4 2024 financial guidance and affirmed full year 2024 guidance, which includes assumptions for business mix, contract execution, supply chain, and employee sourcing. The guidance also considers the Federal Fiscal Year 2025 Continuing Resolution Authorization, which is expected to limit new program awards and production contract funding.
Positive Outlook
- Revenues: $270 - $295 million
- R&D: $10 - $11 million
- Operating Income: $3 - $7 million
- Depreciation: $8 - $9 million
- Amortization: $2 - $3 million
Challenges Ahead
- Stock Based Compensation: $6 - $7 million
- Adjusted EBITDA: $21 - $26 million
- Capital Expenditures: $60 - $70 million
- Free Cash Flow Use: ($10 - $30) million
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income