Mar 31, 2023

inTEST Q1 2023 Earnings Report

Consistent strong execution validated by revenue growth.

Key Takeaways

inTEST Corporation reported a strong first quarter in 2023, with revenue reaching $31.9 million, a 32.5% increase year-over-year. The company achieved a gross margin of 47.2% and net income of $2.8 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin at 15.1%. Strong demand drove orders of $30.8 million, resulting in a backlog of $45.7 million.

Revenue grew by 32.5% year-over-year to $31.9 million, driven by strong performance across most markets.

Gross margin was strong at 47.2%, reflecting favorable mix and the impact of pricing actions.

Orders increased by 23.0% over the prior year, indicating robust demand for inTEST's technologies.

The company continues to expect 2023 revenue in the range of $125 million to $130 million.

Total Revenue
$31.9M
Previous year: $24.1M
+32.5%
EPS
$0.29
Previous year: $0.12
+141.7%
Gross Profit
$15.1M
Previous year: $11.1M
+35.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$15.9M
Previous year: $17.2M
-7.6%
Free Cash Flow
$2.15M
Previous year: -$3.12M
-168.9%
Total Assets
$114M
Previous year: $130M
-12.5%

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Forward Guidance

The company expects revenue for the second quarter of 2023 to be in the range of $31 million to $33 million, with a gross margin of approximately 46%. Full year revenue expectations are held, while gross margin and operating expense expectations are modestly revised.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue for the second quarter of 2023 is expected to be in the range of $31 million to $33 million.
  • Gross margin for the second quarter is expected to be approximately 46%.
  • EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.21 to $0.26
  • Adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.25 to $0.30
  • Continue to expect 2023 revenue in the range of $125 million to $130 million

Challenges Ahead

  • Second quarter 2023 operating expenses, including amortization, are expected to run at approximately $11.4 million to $11.7 million, reflecting annual merit increases.
  • Intangible asset amortization is expected to be approximately $540,000 pre-tax, or approximately $450,000 after tax.
  • Interest expense is expected to be approximately $190,000 for the quarter
  • Effective tax rate is expected to be approximately 16% to 17% for the year.
  • Approximately 45% of the backlog is expected to ship beyond the second quarter of 2023.