Dec 31, 2022

Lincoln Electric Q4 2022 Earnings Report

Lincoln Electric reported record Q4 2022 results driven by organic sales growth and strategic acquisitions.

Key Takeaways

Lincoln Electric reported a strong fourth quarter and full year 2022, with net sales increasing by 10% to a record $930.9 million. The company's EPS increased by 50% to a record $1.87, and adjusted EPS increased by 21% to a record $1.94. The company is focused on achieving its Higher Standard 2025 Strategy targets through growth initiatives, operational excellence programs, and continued investment in its people.

Net sales increased 10% to a record $930.9 million, driven by a 14% increase in organic sales.

Operating income margin was 15.2%, with an adjusted operating income margin of 15.8%.

EPS increased 50% to a record $1.87, and adjusted EPS increased 21% to a record $1.94.

The company completed the acquisition of Fori Automation, LLC on December 1, 2022.

Total Revenue
$931M
Previous year: $844M
+10.3%
EPS
$1.94
Previous year: $1.61
+20.5%
Operating Margin
15.2%
Previous year: 14.3%
+6.3%
Adjusted Operating Margin
15.8%
Previous year: 14.5%
+9.0%
Gross Profit
$308M
Previous year: $273M
+13.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$197M
Previous year: $193K
+102072.5%
Total Assets
$3.18B
Previous year: $2.59M
+122591.7%

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Lincoln Electric Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

The company expects organic sales growth and the Fori acquisition will continue to generate superior value for its stakeholders.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income