Dec 31, 2021

Badger Meter Q4 2021 Earnings Report

Badger Meter achieved record sales and earnings, surpassing $500 million in annual revenues.

Key Takeaways

Badger Meter reported record fourth-quarter sales of $135.7 million, a 21% increase compared to the prior year. Diluted EPS increased by 31% to $0.59. Strong order momentum continued, and the company exited the quarter with a record backlog.

Record total sales of $135.7 million, a 21% increase year-over-year.

Operating profit margins increased by 170 basis points.

Diluted earnings per share (EPS) were $0.59, a 31% increase year-over-year.

Cash provided by operations was $27.1 million.

Total Revenue
$136M
Previous year: $112M
+20.8%
EPS
$0.59
Previous year: $0.45
+31.1%
Operating Margin
16.8%
Previous year: 15.1%
+11.3%
Gross Profit
$54.8M
Previous year: $44.1M
+24.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$87.2M
Previous year: $72.3M
+20.6%
Free Cash Flow
$26.2M
Previous year: $12.7M
+106.2%
Total Assets
$531M
Previous year: $468M
+13.3%

Badger Meter

Badger Meter

Forward Guidance

Sporadic supply chain disruptions and inflation headwinds are expected to continue in the near term, but the company expects to continue to deliver strong financial results through execution momentum.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for smart water solutions.
  • Well positioned to capitalize on opportunities.
  • Record backlog and order momentum.
  • Positive industry fundamentals.
  • Excellent balance sheet.

Challenges Ahead

  • Sporadic supply chain disruptions expected to continue.
  • Inflation headwinds expected to continue.
  • Continued challenges from the pandemic.
  • Supply chain complexities.
  • Material and labor cost increases.