Nordson Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Nordson Corporation reported a 7% year-over-year increase in sales, reaching $599 million with 10% organic growth. Operating profit was $151 million, representing 25% of sales, and earnings per diluted share increased by 18% to $1.88.
Sales were $599 million, a 7% year-over-year increase, 10% organic.
Operating profit was $151 million, or 25% of sales.
Earnings were $1.88 per diluted share, an 18% increase from prior year adjusted earnings per share.
Growth was strong in all product lines, particularly electronics and industrial end markets.
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Forward Guidance
Fiscal 2022 sales growth of 6% to 10% and earnings growth of 8% to 18% over the record fiscal 2021 results. First quarter 2022 sales growth of 14% to 16% over prior year first quarter; earnings per diluted share in the range of $1.80 to $1.95.
Positive Outlook
- Fiscal 2022 sales growth of 6% to 10%
- Fiscal 2022 earnings growth of 8% to 18%
- First quarter 2022 sales growth of 14% to 16%
- First quarter 2022 earnings per diluted share in the range of $1.80 to $1.95
- Backlog entering the first quarter of fiscal year 2022 is approximately $800 million, a 90% increase above the prior year.
Challenges Ahead
- Spike in logistics costs
- Non-recurring cost increases associated with divisional alignment efforts around best growth opportunities.
- Teams are adapting to a very dynamic macro environment
- Teams are taking actions to offset cost and supply chain headwinds.
- The current macroeconomic environment continues to drive increased order volume and extended shipment request dates.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income