American Vanguard reported a decrease in net sales, net income, and earnings per share for the first quarter of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. Net sales decreased by 4% due to lower international sales, while domestic sales remained flat. Despite the decline, the company exceeded breakeven expectations.
Net sales were $96.0 million, a decrease from $99.7 million in the first quarter of 2019.
Net income was $0.52 million, significantly lower than the $3.9 million reported in the same period last year.
Earnings per diluted share decreased to $0.02, compared to $0.13 in the first quarter of 2019.
The company's performance was not materially affected by the coronavirus during the first quarter.
American Vanguard is unable to determine the longer-term effects of the pandemic but will endeavor to maximize results and are poised to perform in line with its peers.
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