Jun 30, 2021

Rush Enterprises Q2 2021 Earnings Report

Achieved strong financial results driven by economic recovery and effective expense management, but faced supply chain challenges.

Key Takeaways

Rush Enterprises reported revenues of $1.316 billion and net income of $58.0 million, or $1.00 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2021, compared to revenues of $1.003 billion and net income of $16.8 million, or $0.30 per diluted share, in the quarter ended June 30, 2020. The company's Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.19 per share of Class A and Class B Common Stock.

Revenues reached $1.316 billion with net income at $58.0 million.

Earnings per diluted share were reported at $1.00.

The company's absorption ratio was 129.1%.

A cash dividend of $0.19 per share was declared, marking a 5.6% increase over the prior quarterly dividend.

Total Revenue
$1.32B
Previous year: $1B
+31.2%
EPS
$0.67
Previous year: $0.21
+219.0%
Dealership Absorption
129.1%
Previous year: 110.2%
+17.2%
Gross Profit
$271M
Previous year: $192M
+40.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$316M
Previous year: $216M
+46.6%
Free Cash Flow
$146M
Previous year: $247M
-40.7%
Total Assets
$2.91B
Previous year: $3.06B
-5.0%

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Forward Guidance

Rush Enterprises anticipates strong financial results for the remainder of 2021, navigating supply constraints and strong customer demand while managing expenses and adding personnel.

Positive Outlook

  • The company believes its financial results will be strong for the remainder of 2021.
  • The company will continue to manage expenses company-wide.
  • The company will continue adding personnel to meet market demand.
  • The economy is expected to remain strong.
  • Aftermarket revenues are expected to continue to increase for the remainder of 2021.

Challenges Ahead

  • Component supply chain issues are the biggest concern in the industry.
  • The timing of some new truck deliveries is stretching well into 2022.
  • Industry-wide aftermarket sales have also been impacted by supply constraints.
  • Class 4-7 truck production capabilities will not improve as quickly as Class 8 truck manufacturing, which will negatively impact Class 4-7 truck sales in the third quarter.
  • Used truck values remain historically high as well, though some softening may occur later this year if new truck production increases.