Waters Corporation reported Q2 2024 sales of $709 million, a 4% decrease compared to Q2 2023. GAAP EPS was $2.40, while non-GAAP EPS was $2.63. The company's performance exceeded guidance due to better-than-expected results in China and contributions from the Wyatt acquisition. Waters expects to return to growth in the second half of the year.
Sales of $709 million exceeded guidance, but declined 4% as reported and in organic constant currency.
GAAP EPS was $2.40, while non-GAAP EPS was $2.63, surpassing guidance due to strong operational performance.
The beat was driven by better-than-expected performance in China and higher-than-expected M&A contribution from Wyatt.
Full-year outlook reflects the potential for a more gradual market improvement in the second half of the year.
The Company expects third quarter 2024 constant currency sales growth to be in the range of +1.0% to +3.0%. The Company expects third quarter 2024 non-GAAP EPS to be in the range of $2.60 to $2.70.
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