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Mar 31

Magna Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Magna reported decreased revenue and lower adjusted EBIT, but improved net income driven by reduced other expenses and operational efficiencies.

Key Takeaways

Revenue fell 8% due to weaker vehicle production and program roll-offs, but net income improved significantly from the prior year thanks to cost control and reduced restructuring and impairment charges.

Revenue declined to $10.1B, impacted by lower production volumes and currency headwinds.

Adjusted EBIT margin dropped to 3.5% from 4.3% year-over-year.

Net income rose to $146M from $9M in Q1 2024, aided by lower other expenses.

Returned $187M to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.

Total Revenue
$10.1B
Previous year: $11B
-8.2%
EPS
$0.78
Previous year: $1.08
-27.8%
Adjusted EBIT
$354M
Previous year: $469M
-24.5%
Cash from Operations
$77M
Previous year: $261M
-70.5%
Dividends Paid
$136M
Previous year: $134M
+1.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.06B
Total Assets
$32.1B

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Forward Guidance

Magna maintained its full-year adjusted net income guidance, with updated assumptions for segment revenue and exchange rates, excluding the potential impact of tariffs.

Positive Outlook

  • Full-year adjusted net income guidance maintained at $1.3–$1.5B.
  • Raised sales guidance for Power & Vision and Complete Vehicles.
  • Favorable commercial recoveries anticipated.
  • Operational excellence and restructuring initiatives in progress.
  • Focus on long-term free cash flow and shareholder returns.

Challenges Ahead

  • Uncertainty around tariff impacts not included in guidance.
  • Macroeconomic volatility and weakening consumer sentiment.
  • Ongoing production declines in Europe and North America.
  • Elevated net warranty costs, especially in Seating Systems.
  • Reduced EBIT margin outlook due to higher cost pressures.