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M-tron Industries, Inc. (MPTI) Upgraded to Strong Buy: Here's Why
zacks.com· 2024-05-22 17:01
Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate Revisions As empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, tracking such revisions for making an investment decision could be truly rewarding. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates ...
M-tron Industries, Inc. (MPTI) Crossed Above the 200-Day Moving Average: What That Means for Investors
zacks.com· 2024-05-17 14:31
MPTI could be on the verge of another rally after moving 26.1% higher over the last four weeks. Plus, the company is currently a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stock. Once investors consider MPTI's positive earnings estimate revisions, the bullish case only solidifies. No estimate has gone lower in the past two months for the current fiscal year, compared to 1 higher, and the consensus estimate has increased as well. Investors may want to watch MPTI for more gains in the near future given the company's key tech ...
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2024-05-14 20:28
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 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. 001-41391 Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 M-TRON INDUSTRIES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (State or Oth ...
Best Growth Stocks to Buy for May 13th
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-05-13 12:30
Here are three stocks with buy ranks and strong growth characteristics for investors to consider today May 13th: M-tron Industries, Inc. (MPTI) : This company which designs, manufactures and markets highly-engineered, high reliability frequency and spectrum control products and solutions, carries a Zacks Rank #1(Strong Buy), and has witnessed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increasing 4.1% over the last 60 days. M-tron Industries has a PEG ratio of 0.61 compared with 1.48 for the ...
M-tron Industries, Inc. (MPTI) Tops Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Zacks Investment Research· 2024-05-08 00:20
M-tron Industries, Inc. (MPTI) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.53 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.49 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.20 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 8.16%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.48 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.03, delivering a surprise of -93.75%.Over the last four quarters, the ...
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2024-05-07 20:31
M-tron Industries, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2024 Results and Reminds Stakeholders of Investor Day ORLANDO, Florida (May 7, 2024) — M-tron Industries, Inc. (NYSE American: MPTI) (the "Company" or "MtronPTI") announced its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Michael Ferrantino, MtronPTI's Chief Executive Officer, stated, "MtronPTI's team executed exceptionally well on all fronts, delivering the highest quarterly revenues in 15+ years. We continue to execute on our operational goals ...
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2023 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-03-26 18:50
M-tron Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MPTI) Q4 2023 Earnings Conference Call March 26, 2024 10:30 AM ET Company Participants Michael Ferrantino - CEO James Tivy - CFO Conference Call Participants Anja Soderstrom - Sidoti & Company, LLC Jordan Kimmel - Magnet Investing Insights Operator Good morning. My name is Dennis, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the M-tron Industries, Inc. Investor Call for Fiscal 2023 Results. [Operator Instructions] I would now l ...
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2023 Q4 - Annual Results
2024-03-25 21:07
Exhibit 99.1 M-tron Industries, Inc. Reports Fiscal Year 2023 Results and Announces Investor Call ORLANDO, Florida (March 25, 2024)—M-tron Industries, Inc. (NYSE American: MPTI) ("Company" or "MtronPTI") announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. Management will host an earnings call on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:30am EST. Michael Ferrantino, MtronPTI's Chief Executive Officer, stated, "MtronPTI had a great first year as a public company. We focused on improving our topl ...
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2023 Q4 - Annual Report
2024-03-25 20:39
PART I [Business](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) MtronPTI designs and markets high-reliability frequency and spectrum control products for aerospace, defense, and avionics, with significant customer concentration and growing backlog - MtronPTI specializes in highly engineered frequency and spectrum control products for demanding markets like aerospace, defense, space, and avionics[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The company became an independent, publicly traded entity on **October 7, 2022**, after separating from The LGL Group, Inc[18](index=18&type=chunk) Revenues by End-Market (as a % of consolidated revenues) | End-Market | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Aerospace and Defense | 55.5% | 48.4% | | Avionics | 24.9% | 22.6% | | Industrial | 14.3% | 21.7% | | Space | 5.3% | 7.3% | | **Total** | **100.0%** | **100.0%** | - The company has significant customer concentration: in **2023**, the largest customer accounted for **31.4%** of total revenues, and the second-largest for **19.0%**[28](index=28&type=chunk) Key Operational Data | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Research and Development Expense | $2,216,000 | $2,006,000 | | Order Backlog (Year-End) | $47,831,000 | $46,180,000 | [Risk Factors](index=9&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces macroeconomic, operational, and financial risks, including customer concentration, supply chain issues, regulatory compliance, and challenges as a newly independent public entity - The business is exposed to macroeconomic risks such as inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical tensions which could impact operations and financial performance[49](index=49&type=chunk)[50](index=50&type=chunk) - A significant portion of revenue and accounts receivable is concentrated among a few customers, making the company vulnerable to the loss or reduced demand from any of them[56](index=56&type=chunk) - As a supplier to U.S. Government defense contractors, the company must comply with significant and costly procurement regulations like ITAR and the upcoming CMMC, with non-compliance posing a risk to business[68](index=68&type=chunk) - Cybersecurity threats to IT systems pose a significant risk, potentially causing operational disruptions, data corruption, and financial loss[80](index=80&type=chunk)[81](index=81&type=chunk) - Risks related to the recent separation from LGL Group include a limited history of operating independently, potential conflicts of interest for certain directors and officers, and significant costs associated with being a public company[91](index=91&type=chunk)[94](index=94&type=chunk)[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Unresolved Staff Comments](index=18&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved staff comments - None[101](index=101&type=chunk) [Cybersecurity](index=18&type=section&id=Item%201C.%20Cybersecurity) The company's cybersecurity program, based on the NIST framework and overseen by the Audit Committee, reported no material threats in 2023 - The company uses the National Institute of Standards (NIST) framework for its cybersecurity program, with oversight provided by the Board's Audit Committee[102](index=102&type=chunk)[103](index=103&type=chunk) - Cybersecurity efforts include partnerships with a strategic customer for network monitoring, a commercial threat feed, DNS security services, and an email threat detection service[105](index=105&type=chunk) - In **2023**, the company did not identify any cybersecurity threats that had a material effect on its business strategy, results of operations, or financial condition[105](index=105&type=chunk) [Properties](index=19&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) MtronPTI owns primary facilities in Florida and South Dakota, and leases additional office and manufacturing space in India and Hong Kong - The company owns its primary operating facilities in Orlando, Florida (**71,000 sq. ft.**) and Yankton, South Dakota (**32,000 sq. ft.**)[107](index=107&type=chunk) - Leased properties include office and manufacturing space in Noida, India (**13,000 sq. ft.**) and a sales office in Hong Kong (**700 sq. ft.**)[107](index=107&type=chunk) [Legal Proceedings](index=19&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not involved in any legal proceedings expected to have a material adverse effect on its business or financial condition - Information regarding legal proceedings is incorporated by reference from Note I – Contingencies in the financial statements[108](index=108&type=chunk) - The company is not involved in any legal proceedings, other than routine litigation, expected to have a material adverse effect[252](index=252&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=19&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - Not applicable[109](index=109&type=chunk) PART II [Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=20&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) The company's common stock trades on NYSE American, with no immediate plans for cash dividends due to growth focus and credit facility covenants - The company's common stock is traded on the NYSE American under the symbol **"MPTI"**[112](index=112&type=chunk) - The company does not expect to pay cash dividends for the foreseeable future, focusing instead on long-term growth and capital appreciation[113](index=113&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=21&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) MtronPTI achieved significant revenue and net income growth in 2023, driven by aerospace and defense, improving margins and strengthening liquidity [Results of Operations](index=21&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) In 2023, revenues grew **29.3%** to **$41.2 million**, with gross margin improving to **40.7%** and net income nearly doubling to **$3.5 million** Financial Performance Summary (2023 vs. 2022) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Revenues | $41,168,000 | $31,845,000 | $9,323,000 | 29.3% | | Gross Margin | 40.7% | 35.6% | +5.1 p.p. | N/A | | Operating Income | $4,299,000 | $2,875,000 | $1,424,000 | 49.5% | | Net Income | $3,489,000 | $1,798,000 | $1,691,000 | 94.0% | | Basic EPS | $1.29 | $0.67 | $0.62 | 92.5% | | Order Backlog (Year-End) | $47,831,000 | $46,180,000 | $1,651,000 | 3.6% | - Engineering, selling, and administrative expenses rose by **$4.000 million** in **2023**, largely due to a one-time stock option grant of **$2.000 million** to employees and increased legal and SEC costs of **$800,000** associated with being a public company[124](index=124&type=chunk)[126](index=126&type=chunk) Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | Period | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Adjusted EBITDA | $7,692,000 | $4,008,000 | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=25&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity significantly improved in 2023, with cash increasing to **$3.9 million** and working capital to **$13.8 million**, supported by strong operating cash flow Key Liquidity Metrics (as of Dec 31) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | $3,913,000 | $926,000 | | Working Capital | $13,803,000 | $9,458,000 | | Current Ratio | 4.15 to 1.00 | 2.95 to 1.00 | - Cash provided by operating activities was **$4.400 million** in **2023**, a significant increase from **$2.000 million** in **2022**, mainly due to improved financial results[139](index=139&type=chunk) - The company has a **$5.000 million** revolving line of credit maturing in **June 2025**, with no outstanding balance as of **December 31, 2023**[144](index=144&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Estimates](index=25&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Estimates) Critical accounting estimates include income taxes, requiring judgment on deferred tax asset realizability, and inventory valuation, based on historical demand and usage - The most critical accounting estimates involve income taxes and inventory valuation[146](index=146&type=chunk) - Income tax estimates involve judgments on tax credits, benefits, deductions, and the realizability of deferred tax assets, which may require a valuation allowance[147](index=147&type=chunk)[148](index=148&type=chunk) - Inventory reserves for obsolescence and excess stock are determined by analyzing historical demand and usage, and actual experience may differ from these estimates[152](index=152&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=26&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) This item is not applicable as the company is a smaller reporting company - Not applicable as the Company is a smaller reporting company[153](index=153&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=27&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section presents the company's audited consolidated and combined financial statements for 2023 and 2022, including key statements and accompanying notes [Consolidated and Combined Statements of Operations](index=29&type=section&id=Consolidated%20and%20Combined%20Statements%20of%20Operations) In 2023, the company reported revenues of **$41.2 million** and net income of **$3.5 million**, significantly up from 2022 Consolidated and Combined Statements of Operations (Years Ended December 31) | (In Thousands, Except Per Share) | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **REVENUES** | **$41,168** | **$31,845** | | Manufacturing cost of sales | 24,402 | 20,499 | | Engineering, selling and administrative | 12,467 | 8,471 | | **OPERATING INCOME** | **4,299** | **2,875** | | Total other income (expense), net | 101 | (280) | | **INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES** | **4,400** | **2,595** | | Income tax provision | 911 | 797 | | **NET INCOME** | **$3,489** | **$1,798** | | Net Income per Basic Share | $1.29 | $0.67 | | Net income per Dilutive Share | $1.28 | $0.67 | [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=30&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) As of December 31, 2023, total assets increased to **$24.3 million**, liabilities decreased, and stockholders' equity grew to **$19.9 million** Consolidated Balance Sheets (As of December 31) | (In Thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | **$18,187** | **$14,314** | | Net property, plant and equipment | 4,131 | 3,647 | | **Total Assets** | **$24,305** | **$19,273** | | **Total Current Liabilities** | **$4,384** | **$4,856** | | **Total Liabilities** | **$4,410** | **$4,932** | | **Total Equity** | **$19,895** | **$14,341** | | **Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity** | **$24,305** | **$19,273** | [Consolidated and Combined Statements of Cash Flows](index=32&type=section&id=Consolidated%20and%20Combined%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) In 2023, operating activities provided **$4.4 million** in cash, leading to a year-end cash balance of **$3.9 million** Consolidated and Combined Statements of Cash Flows (Years Ended December 31) | (In Thousands) | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $4,405 | $2,042 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(1,281) | $(936) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(137) | $(2,815) | | **Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents** | **$2,987** | **$(1,709)** | | Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year | 926 | 2,635 | | **Cash and cash equivalents at end of year** | **$3,913** | **$926** | [Notes to Consolidated and Combined Financial Statements](index=33&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20and%20Combined%20Financial%20Statements) Notes detail accounting policies, post-separation presentation, related party transactions, income taxes, and stock-based compensation, highlighting customer concentration and an undrawn credit facility - Financial statements for periods through the separation on **October 7, 2022**, are prepared on a "carve-out" basis from LGL Group's records and may not be indicative of future performance as a standalone company[177](index=177&type=chunk)[178](index=178&type=chunk) - The company has significant customer concentration, with its top customer accounting for **31.4%** of **2023** revenues and its second-largest for **19.0%**[214](index=214&type=chunk) - The company has a **$5.000 million** revolving line of credit agreement with Fifth Third Bank, maturing in **June 2025**, with no outstanding borrowings as of **December 31, 2023**[236](index=236&type=chunk) - Total stock-based compensation expense was **$2.400 million** in **2023**, a significant increase from **$500,000** in **2022**, largely due to a one-time grant to employees[244](index=244&type=chunk) [Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure](index=47&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20with%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosure) The company reports no changes or disagreements with its accountants regarding accounting or financial disclosure matters - None[257](index=257&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=47&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting were effective as of December 31, 2023, with no material changes - Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of **December 31, 2023**[259](index=259&type=chunk) - Management concluded that the company's internal control over financial reporting was effective as of **December 31, 2023**, based on the COSO framework[261](index=261&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the company's internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended **December 31, 2023**[264](index=264&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=48&type=section&id=Item%209B.%20Other%20Information) No directors or officers adopted or terminated Rule 10b5-1 or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangements in Q4 2023 - No directors or officers adopted or terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement or non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement during the three months ended **December 31, 2023**[265](index=265&type=chunk) [Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections](index=48&type=section&id=Item%209C.%20Disclosure%20Regarding%20Foreign%20Jurisdictions%20that%20Prevent%20Inspections) This item is not applicable to the company - Not applicable[266](index=266&type=chunk) PART III [Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=49&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2024 definitive proxy statement - Information is incorporated by reference from the definitive proxy statement for the **2024** annual meeting of stockholders[269](index=269&type=chunk) [Executive Compensation](index=49&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2024 definitive proxy statement - Information is incorporated by reference from the definitive proxy statement for the **2024** annual meeting of stockholders[270](index=270&type=chunk) [Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=49&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) As of December 31, 2023, the company had **193,010** outstanding options and **380,074** securities available for future issuance under equity plans Equity Compensation Plan Information (as of December 31, 2023) | Plan Category | Number of securities to be issued upon exercise | Weighted-average exercise price | Number of securities remaining available for future issuance | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Equity compensation plans approved by security holders | 193,010 | $34.90 | 380,074 | | Equity compensation plans not approved by security holders | — | — | — | | **Total** | **193,010** | **$34.90** | **380,074** | [Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=49&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2024 definitive proxy statement - Information is incorporated by reference from the definitive proxy statement for the **2024** annual meeting of stockholders[272](index=272&type=chunk) [Principal Accountant Fees and Services](index=49&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accountant%20Fees%20and%20Services) Information for this item is incorporated by reference from the 2024 definitive proxy statement - Information is incorporated by reference from the definitive proxy statement for the **2024** annual meeting of stockholders[273](index=273&type=chunk) PART IV [Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules](index=50&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%20and%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists financial statements filed under Item 8 and provides a detailed list of exhibits, with no financial statement schedules filed - This section lists the consolidated and combined financial statements filed under Item 8[274](index=274&type=chunk) - A detailed list of exhibits, including governance documents, material contracts, and certifications, is provided[275](index=275&type=chunk)[276](index=276&type=chunk) - No financial statement schedules were filed with this report[279](index=279&type=chunk) [Form 10-K Summary](index=51&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) The company did not provide a Form 10-K summary - None[280](index=280&type=chunk)
M-tron Industries(MPTI) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-09 21:14
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, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 For the transition period from ____________ to ____________ Commission File No. 001-41391 M-TRON INDUSTRIES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter ...