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Sep 30, 2023

Mohawk Q3 2023 Earnings Report

Mohawk Industries reported a net loss due to non-cash impairment charges, but adjusted earnings were positive, though sales decreased compared to the prior year.

Key Takeaways

Mohawk Industries reported a net loss of $760 million for Q3 2023, impacted by $876 million in non-cash impairment charges. Adjusted net earnings were $174 million, with adjusted EPS at $2.72. Net sales were $2.8 billion, a 5.2% decrease as reported and 8.1% on a legacy and constant currency basis.

Net sales decreased by 5.2% year-over-year to $2.8 billion.

The company faced pressures across all regions due to constrained residential investments and consumer spending.

Generated strong free cash flow of $385 million in the quarter.

Anticipates fourth quarter adjusted EPS to be between $1.80 to $1.90.

Total Revenue
$2.77B
Previous year: $2.92B
-5.2%
EPS
$2.72
Previous year: $3.34
-18.6%
Operating Margin
-32.5%
Previous year: -51%
-36.3%
Gross Profit
$692M
Previous year: $714M
-3.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$518M
Previous year: $327M
+58.6%
Free Cash Flow
$385M
Previous year: $74.7M
+414.7%
Total Assets
$13.1B
Previous year: $13.8B
-4.8%

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Forward Guidance

Mohawk Industries anticipates its fourth quarter adjusted EPS to be between $1.80 to $1.90, excluding any non-recurring charges, leading to a full-year adjusted EPS exceeding $9.00.

Positive Outlook

  • The company's business fundamentals remain strong.
  • There is significant pent-up demand expected when the industry rebounds.
  • A large percentage of homeowners plan renovation projects in the near term.
  • Substantial new home building will be required for many years.
  • Commercial activity will expand as the economic outlook improves.

Challenges Ahead

  • Elevated interest rates and persistent inflation are restricting consumer discretionary spending.
  • Remodeling projects and new home purchases have been postponed.
  • Similar pressures are beginning to reduce commercial investments.
  • Competition for sales to utilize plant capacity is increasing.
  • Foreign exchange rates are expected to continue to be an earnings headwind.

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