Badger Meter Q2 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Badger Meter reported record second-quarter results, with total sales of $175.9 million, a 28% increase year-over-year. Diluted earnings per share increased 33% to $0.76, and the company saw strong operating profit margin expansion and solid cash flow.
Total sales increased by 28% year-over-year to $175.9 million.
Operating profit increased by 34% year-over-year, with operating profit margins expanding 80 basis points to 16.8%.
Diluted earnings per share increased by 33% to $0.76, compared to $0.57 in the prior year quarter.
The company experienced a robust demand environment with a book-to-bill ratio greater than one.
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Forward Guidance
Badger Meter expects benefits from stabilizing supply chain and inflation dynamics for the balance of the year and is well-positioned to sustain its pattern of profitable growth enhanced by its innovative offerings, end market resiliency and proven execution.
Positive Outlook
- Innovative and tailorable smart water solutions portfolio enables customers to be more efficient, resilient and sustainable.
- Outstanding team focused on exceptional customer support continues to build momentum.
- Business model provides for durable growth despite macro-economic uncertainty given the support of backlog.
- Secular demand drivers and technologically differentiated portfolio of solutions address increasing water challenges.
- Benefits from stabilizing supply chain and inflation dynamics are expected for the balance of the year.
Challenges Ahead
- Facing tougher comparisons in the second half of 2023.
- General economic conditions.
- Variation in demand from customers.
- Competitive pricing and operating efficiencies.
- Supply chain risk, material and labor cost increases, tax reform and foreign currency risk.