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Sep 30, 2023

Axalta Q3 2023 Earnings Report

Axalta's Q3 2023 financial performance was marked by increased net sales and improved profitability.

Key Takeaways

Axalta Coating Systems reported a 5.7% increase in net sales to $1.3 billion, driven by strong price-mix management. The company's income from operations rose by 32% to $163 million, and adjusted EBIT increased to $188 million. Axalta also generated $210 million in cash from operating activities and $182 million in free cash flow.

Net sales increased by 5.7% year-over-year reaching $1.3 billion.

Income from operations rose by $40 million year-over-year, totaling $163 million.

Cash provided by operating activities was $210 million, with a free cash flow of $182 million.

The company repurchased $50 million of common shares and repriced its term loan, improving pricing by 50 bps.

Total Revenue
$1.31B
Previous year: $1.24B
+5.6%
EPS
$0.45
Previous year: $0.39
+15.4%
Adjusted EBIT Margin
14.3%
Gross Profit
$424M
Previous year: $362M
+17.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$606M
Previous year: $517M
+17.1%
Free Cash Flow
$182M
Previous year: $50.5M
+260.4%
Total Assets
$7B
Previous year: $6.82B
+2.6%

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Forward Guidance

Axalta anticipates net sales to increase by low-single digits year-over-year for Q4 2023. Adjusted EBIT is projected to be approximately $180 million and Adjusted EBITDA approximately $250 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Net sales are expected to increase year-over-year by low-single digits.
  • Adjusted EBIT is projected to be approximately $180 million.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be approximately $250 million.
  • D&A (step-up D&A) is projected to be ~$280 million ($55 million).
  • Free Cash Flow is projected to be ~$400 million.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income