Hyster-Yale reported a strong first quarter with revenue up 6% to $1.1 billion and operating profit surging by 97% to $83.8 million, driven by higher average sales prices and improved product margins. Net income also saw a substantial increase of 94% reaching $51.5 million. The company's financial leverage improved, and backlog remained healthy with increasing value per unit.
Revenue reached $1.1 billion, a 6% increase compared to prior year.
Operating profit increased by 97% to $83.8 million year-over-year.
Net income rose by 94% to $51.5 million compared to the previous year.
Debt to total capital decreased from 71% to 53% since Q4 2022.
Hyster-Yale anticipates higher consolidated operating profit and net income for the fiscal year 2024 compared to the prior year, with Q2 2024 results expected to be significantly above the prior year but modestly lower than the better-than-expected Q1 2024.
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