Otis delivered mixed Q1 results, with GAAP EPS down due to restructuring and separation costs, but adjusted EPS and Service operations showed strength. Modernization orders and backlog growth point to a solid outlook.
GAAP EPS dropped 29% to $0.61 due to one-time charges; adjusted EPS rose 5% to $0.92.
Service segment saw 4% organic growth with margin expansion of 40 bps.
Modernization orders up 12% and backlog grew 14% at constant currency.
Adjusted free cash flow increased to $186M, driven by working capital benefits.
Otis forecasts modest top-line growth with strong expectations for Service, despite challenges in New Equipment sales and FX headwinds.
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income