EnerSys Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
EnerSys reported net sales of $852.9 million, a 6% decrease year-over-year, but delivered diluted EPS of $1.71, a 7% increase, and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.98, a 5% increase. The company saw encouraging demand signals in Energy Systems and closed on the acquisition of Bren-Tronics.
Net sales were $853M, down 6%, with Motive Power on plan, continued pressure in Communications, and a spending pause in Class 8 truck OEMs.
Gross margin reached 28.0%, up 160 bps, including increased benefits from Inflation Reduction Act / IRC 45X tax credits.
Diluted EPS was $1.71, up 7%, and adjusted diluted EPS was $1.98, up 5%.
The company closed on the acquisition of Bren-Tronics, a leading U.S. manufacturer of portable lithium power solutions.
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Forward Guidance
For the second quarter of fiscal 2025, EnerSys expects net sales in the range of $880M to $920M and adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $2.05 to $2.15. For the full year fiscal 2025, EnerSys expects net sales in the range of $3,735M to $3,885M and adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $8.80 to $9.20.
Positive Outlook
- Net sales in the range of $880M to $920M for Q2 2025.
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $2.05 to $2.15 for Q2 2025.
- Net sales in the range of $3,735M to $3,885M for full year fiscal 2025, up from prior guidance.
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $8.80 to $9.20 for full year fiscal 2025, up from prior guidance.
- Capital expenditures in the range of $100M to $120M for full year fiscal 2025.
Challenges Ahead
- Spending pauses in the Class 8 truck OEM and Communications markets are being navigated prudently.
- Inventory de-stocking is complete, but deferred spending is occurring.
- The IRS has not yet finalized guidance related to section 45X, which could materially increase or decrease the quantity of U.S. produced batteries that qualify for this credit.
- Some of the headwinds experienced in the first quarter are expected to persist in the second quarter.
- Unspecified global concern over energy scarcity.
Revenue & Expenses
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