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Mar 31, 2021
VSE Q1 2021 Earnings Report
VSE Corporation's financial performance in Q1 2021 reflected a mix of revenue decline and net income increase, driven by strategic growth initiatives and market dynamics.
Key Takeaways
VSE Corporation reported a 7.0% decrease in total revenues to $165.0 million, but a 53.4% increase in GAAP net income to $5.1 million. The company's Fleet segment revenue increased, while Aviation segment revenue declined due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company focused on business transformation initiatives and secured new contract awards.
Total revenues decreased by 7.0% to $165.0 million compared to the same period last year.
GAAP Net Income increased by 53.4% to $5.1 million.
Fleet segment revenue increased by 2.9% year-over-year.
Aviation segment revenue declined by 12.0% year-over-year, excluding divested assets.
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Forward Guidance
VSE anticipates significant returns on recent business wins and working capital investments in new inventory during 2021 in 2022 and beyond. Disciplined balance sheet management remains a priority and the company anticipates ending 2021 in a similar leverage position as compared to 2020, targeting a long-term net leverage ratio of 2.5x.
Positive Outlook
- Aviation segment distribution revenue returned to pre-pandemic levels during the first quarter.
- VSE anticipates an increase in B&GA and commercial domestic travel will lead the recovery, creating new opportunities for our business as traffic levels improve into 2022.
- VSE remains well-capitalized to support the ongoing growth of the business.
- Significant returns on recent business wins will be seen in 2022 and beyond.
- Disciplined balance sheet management remains a priority.
Challenges Ahead
- New business wins will require working capital investments in new inventory during 2021.
- Revenue passenger miles remain below historical levels.
- Total revenues of $165.0 million declined 7.0%.
- Adjusted Net Income of $5.3 million declined 45.6%.
- Adjusted EBITDA of $15.6 million declined 31.5%.