Core Insights - The article compares Bel Fuse (BELFB) and Garmin (GRMN) as potential investment opportunities, highlighting BELFB as the superior value option based on various valuation metrics [6][9]. Valuation Metrics - BELFB has a P/B ratio of 2.78, while GRMN has a P/B ratio of 5.36, indicating that BELFB is more undervalued relative to its book value [2]. - BELFB's forward P/E ratio is 19.51 compared to GRMN's 29.87, suggesting that BELFB is more attractively priced in terms of earnings [8]. - The PEG ratio for BELFB is 1.30, while GRMN's PEG ratio is 1.38, indicating that BELFB offers better value when considering expected earnings growth [8]. Earnings Outlook - Both BELFB and GRMN currently hold a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy), reflecting positive earnings estimate revisions and improving earnings outlooks [3][9]. - BELFB has earned a Value grade of B, while GRMN has a Value grade of D, further supporting the argument for BELFB as the better value investment [5]. Investment Strategy - The article emphasizes the importance of traditional valuation metrics such as P/E, P/S, and cash flow per share in identifying undervalued companies [4][7].

Group 1: Stock Recommendations - USANA has a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 14.57, significantly lower than the S&P 500's P/E of 24.88, and holds a Value Score of A [1] - Bel Fuse has a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 19.51, also lower than the S&P 500's P/E of 24.88, and possesses a Value Score of B [2] Group 2: Earnings Estimates - Bel Fuse Inc. (BELFB) has seen the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increase by 4.8% over the last 60 days [3] - USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (USNA) has experienced a 13.8% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days [4]

WEST ORANGE, N.J., Dec. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bel Fuse Inc. (Nasdaq: BELFA and BELFB), a leading global manufacturer of products that power, protect and connect electronic circuits, today announced its investor conference schedule for December 2024: Oppenheimer Midwest Virtual SummitFarouq Tuweiq, CFOLynn Hutkin, VP Financial Reporting & Investor RelationsWednesday, December 11, 2024Conducting meetings throughout the day Northland Virtual Growth Conference Farouq Tuweiq, CFOLynn Hutkin, VP Financial ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ___________ to ____________ Commission File No. 000-11676 BEL FUSE INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New Jersey 22-1463699 (I.R. ...

Core Points - Bel Fuse Inc. has declared regular quarterly cash dividends of $0.06 per share for Class A common shares and $0.07 per share for Class B common shares, payable on January 31, 2025, to shareholders of record on January 15, 2025 [1] Company Overview - Bel Fuse Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of products that power, protect, and connect electronic circuits, primarily serving industries such as networking, telecommunications, computing, military, and commercial aerospace [3] - The company has approximately 12,547,000 common shares outstanding, with 2,115,000 being Class A shares and 10,432,000 being Class B shares [2] - Bel's product groups include Magnetic Solutions, Power Solutions and Protection, and Connectivity Solutions, with applications in automotive, medical, and consumer electronics markets [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics - Q3 2024 sales were $123.6 million, a 22.1% decline from Q3 2023, driven by lower sales in Power and Magnetics segments, partially offset by growth in Connectivity sales [7] - Gross margin increased to 36.1% in Q3 2024 from 35% in Q3 2023, driven by operational efficiencies in Magnetics and Connectivity segments [7] - Power Solutions and Protection sales declined 35% YoY to $48.7 million, with rail products growing over 40% YoY to $2.6 million [8] - Connectivity Solutions Group sales grew 7.6% YoY to $55.7 million, with commercial air applications up 10.3% to $12.5 million [8] - Magnetic Solutions Group sales decreased 40% YoY to $19.2 million, in line with expectations due to lower shipments to a large networking customer [9] Business Line Performance - Power segment sales were impacted by seasonality in Europe and trade restrictions on a former supplier in China [4] - Connectivity segment saw strong growth in Aerospace, Defense, and Space applications, despite a strike at one aerospace customer [4][5] - Magnetics segment experienced incremental growth sequentially from Q2 2024, driven by facility consolidations and lower fixed overhead costs [4][9] Market Performance - Aerospace and Defense markets drove Connectivity segment growth, with military sales consistent at $11.6 million [8] - Space revenue for Q3 was $2 million, bringing year-to-date revenue to $6.3 million [37] - Rail products showed strength, growing over 40% YoY, primarily driven by European-based customers [8][44] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is transitioning from a self-help phase to a growth phase, with new leadership additions and the acquisition of Enercon Technologies [6][14] - Enercon acquisition will expand the company's presence in Aerospace and Defense markets, offering cross-selling opportunities and new product capabilities [14][39][40] - The company is focusing on operational improvements, including facility consolidations and cost-saving initiatives, expected to save $1.5 million annually [13] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects year-over-year growth across all segments in 2025, driven by AI, e-mobility, and space markets [16][17] - The company anticipates a rebound in rail sales and recovery in networking and distribution in Q4 2024, despite seasonal slowdowns [15] - Bookings in Q3 2024 showed strong growth, particularly in Power and Magnetics segments, indicating potential for higher sales in 2025 [16][27] Other Important Information - The company incurred a one-time tax provision of $1.3 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of 27.8% for Q3 2024 [11] - Cash and securities increased by $36.9 million from year-end, with $65.7 million generated from operating activities in the first nine months of 2024 [11] - Inventory levels decreased by $12.3 million from year-end, reflecting continued efforts to manage inventory on hand [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Factors driving the sequential decline in Power segment sales [20] - The decline was primarily due to seasonality in Europe and trade restrictions on a former supplier in China [21] Question: Confidence in year-over-year growth for Power segment in 2025 [22] - Management expects growth in 2025, driven by AI, e-mobility, and space markets, supported by strong bookings in Q3 2024 [22][26] Question: Impact of the strike on Q3 sales and Q4 guidance [30] - The strike had a minor impact on Q3 sales, and Q4 guidance reflects the potential for a prolonged strike [31][32] Question: Green shoots in networking and industrial markets [33] - Management sees new growth opportunities in AI, Space, and EV markets, with existing customers returning to normal ordering patterns as inventory levels normalize [34][35] Question: Enercon acquisition and cross-selling opportunities [39] - Enercon brings new capabilities in Aerospace and Defense markets, with potential for cross-selling and expanding into new markets [39][40][42] Question: Regional strength in rail business [43] - Rail business is primarily driven by European-based customers, with manufacturing in Slovakia [43][44]

Bel Fuse (BELFB) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.92 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.85 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.55 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 8.24%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maker of electronic products for circuits would post earnings of $0.92 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.50, delivering a surprise of 63.04%.Over the last ...

Exhibit 99.1 Bel Fuse Inc. 300 Executive Drive Suite 300 West Orange, NJ 07052 www.belfuse.com tel 201.432.0463 Bel Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results Sales and Gross Margin Percentage Above Mid-Point of Expected Ranges Provides Q4-24 Sales and Gross Margin Guidance WEST ORANGE, NJ, Wednesday, October 23, 2024-- Bel Fuse Inc. (Nasdaq: BELFA and BELFB) today announced preliminary financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Highlights • Net sales of $123.6 million compared to $158.7 mi ...

WEST ORANGE, N.J., Oct. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bel Fuse Inc. (Nasdaq: BELFA and BELFB), a designer, manufacturer, and provider of products that power, protect and connect electronic circuits, today announced plans to release preliminary financial results for the third quarter after market close on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. An earnings conference call has been scheduled as follows: When: Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. ET Dial in: 877.407.0784, or international: 201.689.8560 Online: https:// ...

Bel Fuse (BELFB) shares ended the last trading session 16.5% higher at $80.93. The jump came on an impressive volume with a higher-than-average number of shares changing hands in the session. This compares to the stock's 5.9% gain over the past four weeks. Belfuse is benefiting from an expanding product portfolio, increasing end-customer demand and a favorable product mix. This maker of electronic products for circuits is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.85 per share in its upcoming report, which r ...