Carrier Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results

Core Insights - Carrier Global Corporation reported a 7% decline in net sales for Q3 2025, totaling $5.6 billion compared to $5.98 billion in Q3 2024, with organic sales down 4% [3][4] - The company experienced strong growth in Commercial HVAC, which increased by 30% in the Americas, but this was offset by a significant decline in the Residential segment [2][5] - Carrier announced a $5 billion share repurchase authorization, reflecting confidence in its strategy and commitment to shareholder value [2] Financial Performance - Total net sales for Q3 2025 were $5,579 million, down from $5,984 million in Q3 2024, marking a 7% decrease [3] - Operating profit decreased by 29% to $539 million, with an operating margin of 9.7%, down from 12.8% the previous year [3][4] - Adjusted operating profit was $823 million, a 21% decline year-over-year, with an adjusted operating margin of 14.8% [4][8] Segment Performance - Climate Solutions Americas (CSA) reported net sales of $2,711 million, an 8% decrease, with organic sales also down 8% [5][6] - Climate Solutions Europe (CSE) saw a 4% increase in net sales to $1,290 million, although organic sales declined by 3% [7][8] - Climate Solutions Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (CSAME) experienced a slight decline in net sales by 1% to $833 million, with organic sales down 2% [9][10] - Climate Solutions Transportation (CST) reported a significant 20% decline in net sales to $745 million, although organic sales increased by 6% [11][12] Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns - Net cash flows from operating activities were $341 million, with free cash flow of $224 million for the quarter [13][27] - The company returned $3 billion to shareholders year-to-date, including $2.4 billion in share repurchases [8][14] - Carrier expects full-year 2025 sales to be approximately $22 billion and adjusted EPS around $2.65 [8][14] Guidance and Future Outlook - Carrier anticipates a revenue headwind of approximately $750 million from the exit of Commercial Refrigeration [14] - The company projects organic sales to be flat for the full year, with adjusted operating margin guidance of 15.0% to 15.5% [14]