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Mar 27, 2021
Valmont Q1 2021 Earnings Report
Reported solid sales and earnings growth, driven by pricing actions and strong demand in Irrigation and Utility Support Structures.
Key Takeaways
Valmont Industries reported a strong first quarter in 2021, with net sales increasing by 14.9% to $774.9 million and diluted earnings per share improving by 29.1% to $2.57. The company's performance was driven by higher sales in Irrigation and Utility Support Structures, and proactive pricing actions helped offset inflationary pressures.
Net Sales increased 14.9% to $774.9 million, led by Irrigation and Utility Support Structures.
Operating Income increased 15.4% to $77.2 million, representing 10.0% of sales.
Diluted Earnings per Share (EPS) improved 29.1% to $2.57.
Record global backlog of more than $1.3 billion, reflecting strong market demand.
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Forward Guidance
The company estimates 2Q net sales to be $805.0 - $830.0 million, an increase of 17.0% - 20.0% vs. prior year, and reaffirms full year 2021 financial outlook and key assumptions.
Positive Outlook
- 2Q Net Sales estimated to be $805.0 - $830.0 million, an increase of 17.0% - 20.0% vs. prior year
- Reaffirming Net Sales estimated to increase 9.0% - 14.0% vs. prior year
- Favorable foreign currency translation impact of approximately 2.0% of Net Sales
- Irrigation segment sales estimated to significantly increase 27.0% - 30.0% vs. prior year
- Diluted Earnings per Share estimated to be $9.00 - $9.70
Challenges Ahead
- 2Q Operating Profit Margin estimated to be 9.5% - 10.5%
- Tax rate between 23.0% - 24.0%
- In Utility Support Structures, significant raw material cost inflation negatively impacting gross profit margins in the first half of 2021
- Second half 2021 tax rate between 24.0% - 25.0%; no tax law changes
- Capital expenditures to be in the range of $110 - $120 million to support strategic growth initiatives and Industry 4.0 advanced manufacturing initiatives