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Jul 31, 2024
Thor Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Delivered solid performances navigating industry challenges, realized strong margin performance due to strategic initiatives, and improved efficiency.
Key Takeaways
Thor Industries reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results with net sales of $2.53 billion, compared to $2.74 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023. Net income attributable to Thor Industries, Inc. and diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 were $90.0 million and $1.68, respectively, compared to $90.3 million and $1.68, respectively, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.
Strong margin performance relative to current market conditions.
Gross margin percentage improved by 140 basis points over the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023.
European segment generated gross profit margin of 18.7%, down just 30 basis points from the same period last year.
Generated approximately $338.0 million of cash from operations during the quarter.
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Forward Guidance
The Company anticipates that the RV market will continue to be challenging throughout fiscal year 2025, which ends on July 31, 2025. The company is cautious on the global economic outlook and associated impacts on consumer demand.
Positive Outlook
- Expect to see a stronger retail environment in the latter half of calendar 2025 and the beginning of fiscal 2026.
- Operating companies are well positioned to leverage the capacity of THOR.
- Anticipate that in a more robust retail environment, THOR will seize market share and meaningfully grow diluted EPS as it has after previous down cycles.
Challenges Ahead
- Anticipate that the RV market will continue to be challenging throughout fiscal year 2025.
- Market headwinds will impact full-year performance in both North American Motorized and European segments.
- Expect a reduction in European segment net sales in fiscal 2025 compared to fiscal 2024.
- Expecting that dealers will hold off as long as possible on stocking for the spring selling season to keep inventory levels low over the winter months.
- Continue to manage the Company to maximize performance in the current environment.