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Mar 31, 2024

Cummins Q1 2024 Earnings Report

Cummins reported strong first-quarter results, driven by continued demand and the separation of Atmus.

Key Takeaways

Cummins reported first-quarter revenues of $8.4 billion and GAAP Net Income of $2.0 billion, which includes a net gain of $1.3 billion from the separation of Atmus. The company is raising its full-year revenue and EBITDA guidance after adjusting for the Atmus separation.

First quarter revenues reached $8.4 billion with a GAAP Net Income of $2.0 billion.

EBITDA was 30.6% of sales, and Diluted EPS was $14.03.

First quarter results include a net gain of $1.3 billion related to the Atmus separation and $29 million of restructuring expenses.

Full-year revenue guidance is projected to decline by 2% to 5%, and EBITDA is expected to be in the range of 14.5% to 15.5%.

Total Revenue
$8.4B
Previous year: $8.45B
-0.6%
EPS
$5.1
Previous year: $5.65
-9.7%
EBITDA as % of sales
30.6%
Previous year: 16.1%
+90.1%
Gross Profit
$2.01B
Previous year: $2.03B
-1.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.54B
Previous year: $1.98B
+28.3%
Free Cash Flow
$107M
Previous year: $302M
-64.6%
Total Assets
$31.8B
Previous year: $31.4B
+1.3%

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Forward Guidance

Cummins projects full year 2024 revenues to decline 2% to 5% year-over-year and EBITDA to be in the range of 14.5% and 15.5% of sales.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue guidance is unchanged despite the separation of Atmus.
  • EBITDA guidance increased from previous expectations.
  • Company plans to generate strong operating cash flow.
  • Company committed to returning 50% of operating cash flow back to shareholders.
  • Company is in a strong position to keep investing in future growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Full year revenues are expected to decline 2% to 5%.
  • Expect slowing demand in key markets in the second half of the year.
  • Near term focus on reinvesting for profitable growth.
  • Near term focus on dividends.
  • Near term focus on reducing debt.

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