Element Solutions Q3 2022 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Element Solutions reported approximately flat net sales of $619 million compared to the third quarter of last year, but organic net sales increased by 5%. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.22, up from $0.15 in the same period last year, and adjusted EPS was $0.36, compared to $0.34 in the prior year. The company reported a net income of $53 million, compared to $36 million in the same period last year. Free cash flow was $116 million, an increase of 42% from the third quarter last year.
Net sales were $619 million, approximately flat year-over-year, with a 5% increase on an organic basis.
GAAP diluted EPS was $0.22, compared to $0.15 in the same period last year; adjusted EPS was $0.36, as compared to $0.34 in the same period last year.
Net income was $53 million, as compared to $36 million in the same period last year.
Free cash flow was $116 million, an increase of 42% from the third quarter last year.
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Forward Guidance
The combination of weak electronics markets, economic stress in Europe and record U.S. dollar strength will drive a greater than typical sequential decline in the fourth quarter. The company updated its financial guidance for adjusted EBITDA in a range of $525 million to $530 million to reflect increased translational foreign exchange headwinds and lowered macro-economic growth assumptions. The Company also now expects full-year 2022 adjusted EPS of $1.40 to $1.42 and free cash flow of approximately $250 million.
Positive Outlook
- Customers remain highly engaged with our commercial and technical teams.
- We have seen an acceleration in interest in several of our newer technology offerings, including products in semiconductor assembly.
- We have seen an acceleration in interest in several of our newer technology offerings, including products in high-end circuit board.
- We have seen an acceleration in interest in several of our newer technology offerings, including products in sustainable industrial surface treatment amongst others.
- The growth opportunities in markets and applications for power electronics, 5G technologies and more sustainable chemistry should be substantial over time.
Challenges Ahead
- Weak electronics markets
- Economic stress in Europe
- Record U.S. dollar strength
- Greater than typical sequential decline in the fourth quarter.
- Increased translational foreign exchange headwinds and lowered macro-economic growth assumptions.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income