Alamo Group's first quarter results showed a slight decrease in net sales but a record net income. The Agricultural Division saw significant growth, while the Industrial Division experienced a decrease in net sales. The company is optimistic about future performance, citing strong bookings and backlog.
Record net income for a first quarter of $17.5 million, up 12.5%.
Net sales for the first quarter of $311.2 million, down 1.0%.
Industrial Division net sales of $211.9 million, down 7.9%.
Agricultural Division net sales of $99.3 million, up 17.5%.
Alamo Group anticipates that supply chain challenges will persist into the second quarter of 2021 but expects improvements in the second half of the year. The company remains optimistic about full-year results, driven by the rebounding economy and contributions from recent acquisitions.