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Mar 31
Mettler-Toledo Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Mettler-Toledo reported a decline in sales and earnings for Q1 2025.
Key Takeaways
The company faced a 5% decline in reported sales and lower EPS, impacted by prior-year shipment timing and macroeconomic headwinds. However, margin expansion initiatives supported stronger-than-expected profitability.
Reported revenue was $883.7 million, down 5% year-over-year.
GAAP EPS was $7.81; adjusted EPS declined to $8.19.
Net income came in at $163.6 million.
Gross margin improved slightly to 59.5% despite revenue pressure.
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Mettler-Toledo Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
Management expects flat to modest growth in local currency sales for Q2 and full year 2025, with adjusted EPS impacted by tariffs and prior shipment timing.
Positive Outlook
- Q2 2025 adjusted EPS expected to be $9.45 to $9.70.
- Full-year 2025 adjusted EPS forecasted at $41.25 to $42.00.
- Anticipated local currency sales growth of 1% to 2% for FY2025.
- Mitigation strategies underway to offset $115M annualized tariff cost.
- Strong operational execution expected to continue supporting margins.
Challenges Ahead
- 3% headwind to Q2 EPS growth from tariffs.
- 4% full-year EPS headwind due to prior shipping delays.
- Reduced FY2025 EPS guidance from previous range ($42.35–$43.00).
- Macroeconomic and trade uncertainties remain high.
- Lower growth visibility due to global demand variability.
Revenue & Expenses
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