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Mar 31, 2021

American Vanguard Q1 2021 Earnings Report

Reported improved first quarter results driven by higher commodity prices and international expansion.

Key Takeaways

American Vanguard reported a strong start to 2021 with significant improvements in both net sales and net income compared to the prior year. Net sales increased by 21% to $116 million, and net income rose to $3.07 million, six times higher than the previous year. The company benefited from higher commodity prices, steady demand for mosquito control products, and international expansion.

Net sales increased to $116 million, a 21% increase compared to Q1 2020.

Net income rose to $3.07 million, significantly higher than the $0.52 million reported in the same quarter last year.

Earnings per diluted share reached $0.10, compared to $0.02 in the first quarter of 2020.

The company is focusing on balance sheet integrity, controlling inventory levels, and managing operating expenses.

Total Revenue
$116M
Previous year: $96M
+21.0%
EPS
$0.1
Previous year: $0.02
+400.0%
EBITDA
$12.1M
Gross Profit
$45.1M
Previous year: $38.4M
+17.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$13.8M
Previous year: $5.54M
+148.3%
Total Assets
$710M
Previous year: $674M
+5.3%

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American Vanguard Revenue by Segment

American Vanguard Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

American Vanguard expects a low double-digit increase in net sales and stronger growth in net income over the course of 2021.

Positive Outlook

  • Expects a low double-digit increase in net sales
  • Anticipates stronger growth in net income
  • Will provide additional details on market conditions during the upcoming earnings call
  • Will provide additional details on profitability during the upcoming earnings call
  • Will provide additional details on working capital considerations during the upcoming earnings call