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Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2024-10-24 21:30
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Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Results
2024-10-24 20:05
Financial Performance - Revenues from continuing operations for Q3 2024 increased by 32% year-over-year to $143 million, at the high end of the guided range[1] - Net cash provided by operating activities reached $53 million, exceeding the high end of the guided range[1] - Non-GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.26, at the midpoint of the guided range[2] - The Cornell acquisition contributed to the revenue growth, alongside an organic growth of 4%[2] - Gross profit for Q3 2024 was $62.9 million, representing 44.1% of revenues, compared to 46.6% in Q3 2023[3] - Operating earnings for Q3 2024 were $18.7 million, an increase from $11.4 million in Q3 2023[12] - Revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, increased to $411.0 million, up 29.4% from $317.6 million in the same period of 2023[14] - Gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $173.9 million, representing a gross margin of 42.3%, compared to $145.2 million and 45.7% in the prior year[14][16] - Operating earnings for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, were $36.4 million, an increase of 13.4% from $32.1 million in the same period of 2023[14] - Net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $(256.3) million, compared to net earnings of $25.0 million in the same period of 2023[14] - Basic earnings per share from continuing operations decreased to $0.15 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, down from $0.43 in the prior year[14] - Net earnings from continuing operations for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, were $9.2 million, compared to $4.8 million for the same period last year, representing a 92% increase[17] - Non-GAAP net earnings for the quarter were $24.2 million, up from $18.4 million year-over-year, reflecting a 31% growth[17] - Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased to $0.10, compared to $0.05 in the prior year, marking a 100% rise[17] Expenses and Liabilities - Research and development expenses for Q3 2024 were $10.2 million, up from $8.1 million in Q3 2023[12] - Selling and administrative expenses rose to $106.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, up from $87.3 million in the prior year[14] - Interest expense, net, significantly increased to $12.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $2.2 million in the same period of 2023[14] - Research and development expenses increased to $29.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $24.0 million in the same period of 2023[14] Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Net cash provided by operating activities increased to $95.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, up from $62.3 million in the same period of 2023[20] - Adjusted free cash flow for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $63.5 million, compared to $32.7 million for the same period in 2023[22] - Non-GAAP net cash attributable to continuing operations was $72.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $40.7 million in the same period of 2023[22] - Capital expenditures for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, were $10.3 million, slightly down from $11.8 million in the same period of 2023[22] - The company made payments of $130.0 million under its revolving credit facility during the nine months ended September 30, 2024[20] - The company reported a net cash used in financing activities of $87.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $35.3 million in the same period of 2023[20] - The company experienced a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of $5.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to an increase of $26.9 million in the same period of 2023[20] Balance Sheet - Total current assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to $436.0 million, an increase from $428.8 million at December 31, 2023[19] - Cash and cash equivalents rose to $92.6 million, up from $87.3 million at the end of the previous year[19] - Total liabilities decreased to $393.9 million from $453.1 million at December 31, 2023, indicating a reduction of approximately 13%[19] - Total stockholders' equity decreased to $777.4 million from $1,034.1 million, reflecting a decline of about 25%[19] - Current liabilities increased to $185.9 million from $164.6 million, representing a 13% rise[19] - Long-term debt decreased to $175.5 million from $224.1 million, showing a reduction of approximately 22%[19] Discontinued Operations and Impairments - The company reported a loss from discontinued operations of $(269.3) million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $(14.0) million in the prior year[14] - The company recognized a goodwill impairment of $262.5 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2024[20] Future Guidance - Q4 2024 revenue guidance is projected between $141 million and $151 million, with diluted EPS expected between $0.12 and $0.16[4] - The company anticipates continued sequential revenue growth in Q4 2024 across its Medtech & Specialty Audio and Precision Devices segments[2]
Knowles Corp: Positive Long-Term Outlook
Seeking Alpha· 2024-10-04 14:17
Knowles (NYSE: KN ) continues to largely see stability in their end markets following softness over the past 12 months. Assuming most of this demand decline is indeed a reflection of market trends rather than competitive issues, the Analyst's Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of KN either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I ...
Syntiant to Acquire Knowles' Consumer MEMS Microphone Division
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2024-09-19 11:05
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., the recognized leader in low power edge AI deployments, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire certain assets of Knowles Corporation's (NYSE: KN) Consumer MEMS Microphones (CMM) business. Knowles' CMM division is an industry-leading manufacturer and supplier of high performance SiSionic™ micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) microphones that are essential for voice and audio applications in smartphones, smart speak ...
Knowles Announces MIL-PRF-55681-Qualified Capacitors for Mission-Critical Defense Applications
Prnewswire· 2024-08-14 12:00
The company's ceramic capacitors will also appear on the U.S. Department of Defense's Qualified Products List (QPL) ITASCA, Ill., Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and speakers, audio solutions, and high-performance capacitors and RF products, today announced they will manufacture and test MIL-PRF-55681 capacitors in the United States. Developed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), MIL-PRF-55681 is a cri ...
Knowles Extends Operating Life of Electronic Devices with New Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Devices
Prnewswire· 2024-08-08 12:00
The QAS Series reduces early failures in relays, switch contacts, and solid-state components ITASCA, Ill., Aug. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and speakers, audio solutions, and high-performance capacitors and RF products, today announced the QAS Series, a new line of RC-type Arc Suppressor/Snubber components that extend the operating life of electronic and electro-mechanical devices. Knowles' Cornell Dubilie ...
Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-08-01 02:23
Knowles Corporation (NYSE:KN) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call July 31, 2024 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Sarah Cook - Vice President-Investor Relations Jeffrey Niew - President and Chief Executive Officer John Anderson - Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Christopher Rolland - Susquehanna Anthony Stoss - Craig-Hallum Tyler Bomba - Baird Bob Labick - CJS Securities Operator Thank you for standing by. My name is Kaylin. I will be your conference operator today. ...
Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-07-31 21:00
Table of Contents 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 June 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 Number: 001-36102 Knowles Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 90-1002689 (State o ...
Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-07-31 20:05
Exhibit 99.1 Financial Contact: Sarah Cook Knowles Investor Relations Email: investorrelations@knowles.com Knowles Reports Q2 2024 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q3 2024 Second Quarter Revenues increased 18% on a year over year basis to $205M, in line with guidance Net Cash from Operations of $25 million; at the mid-point of the Guided Range ITASCA, Ill., July 31, 2024 - Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) ("Knowles" the "Company"), a leading global supplier of high performance electronics for demand ...
Knowles(KN) - 2024 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-05-01 23:07
Knowles Corporation (NYSE:KN) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2024 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Sarah Cook - Vice President, Investor Relations Jeffrey Niew - President & Chief Executive Officer John Anderson - Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Christopher Rolland - Susquehanna Pete Lukas - CJS Securities Anthony Stoss - Craig-Hallum Capital Group Tristan Gerra - Baird Operator Thank you for standing by, and welcome to the First Quarter 2024 Knowles Corp ...