Oct 02, 2020

Novanta Q3 2020 Earnings Report

Novanta reported better-than-expected revenue and profit, delivering record cash flow performance.

Key Takeaways

Novanta Inc. reported financial results for the third quarter 2020. GAAP revenue was $142.9 million, a decrease of 7.2% year-over-year. GAAP net income was $8.3 million, and diluted EPS was $0.23. Adjusted EBITDA was $30.2 million, and operating cash flow was $42.1 million.

GAAP Revenue of $143 million

GAAP Net Income of $8 million

GAAP Diluted Earnings Per Share of $0.23

Adjusted EBITDA of $30 million

Total Revenue
$143M
Previous year: $154M
-7.2%
EPS
$0.42
Previous year: $0.53
-20.8%
Adjusted EBITDA
$30.2M
Gross Profit
$59.1M
Previous year: $64.1M
-7.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$107M
Previous year: $61.4M
+73.7%
Free Cash Flow
$39.6M
Previous year: $4.64M
+753.2%
Total Assets
$858M
Previous year: $858M
+-0.0%

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Forward Guidance

For the fourth quarter of 2020, the Company expects GAAP revenue of approximately $144 million to $149 million, and Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $30 million to $32 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Expect revenue to be up sequentially in the fourth quarter
  • Expect sequential gross margin expansion
  • Believe the fourth quarter will demonstrate strong design win momentum
  • Significant investments in innovation
  • Product launches

Challenges Ahead

  • Resurgence of the COVID-19 virus occurring globally
  • Must remain vigilant
  • Must remain conservative in planning
  • Focusing on managing the things we can control
  • No significant changes in foreign exchange rates

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income