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Dec 31, 2022
MEC Q4 2022 Earnings Report
MEC's Q4 2022 earnings showcased growth in net sales and adjusted EBITDA, driven by favorable demand and strategic initiatives.
Key Takeaways
Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) reported a strong fourth quarter in 2022, with a 13.8% increase in net sales and a significant improvement in net income compared to the prior year. The company's adjusted EBITDA also increased by 26.2%, reflecting the positive impact of its business transformation initiatives and favorable demand conditions.
Net sales increased by 13.8% year-over-year, driven by increased commercial sales volumes and price discipline.
Net income increased by $15.9 million year-over-year, reaching $2.4 million.
Adjusted EBITDA increased by 26.2% year-over-year, reflecting improved operational performance.
The company is focused on margin expansion and profitable growth through its MBX Initiative.
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Forward Guidance
MEC provided financial guidance for the full year 2023, including net sales between $540 million and $580 million and adjusted EBITDA between $62 million and $71 million. The guidance reflects an estimated decrease in net sales due to lower raw material pass-through costs and a negative impact from the ramp-up of production at its Hazel Park facility.
Positive Outlook
- Net sales guidance of between $540 million and $580 million
- Adjusted EBITDA guidance of between $62 million and $71 million
- Capital expenditures guidance of between $20 million and $25 million
- MBX Initiative is expected to drive improved margin capture, free cash generation and profitability.
- Prioritizing capital allocation towards bolt-on acquisitions, productivity and automation, debt reduction, and share repurchases.
Challenges Ahead
- Estimated 4% to 5% decrease in net sales related to lower raw material pass-through costs.
- Estimated $4 million to $6 million negative impact of under-absorbed overhead costs associated with the ramp up of production at its Hazel Park, Michigan facility.
- Potential for a softening in the broader macroeconomic outlook during 2023.
- Planned expenses related to the ramp-up of Hazel Park will adversely impact margins by approximately 100 basis-points in 2023.
- Ongoing supply chain challenges, labor availability and cost pressures, and the COVID-19 pandemic may have a negative impact on business.