NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Aug. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com), a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Lucian Boldea the company's president and CEO and member of the Board, effective Sept. 1, 2025. Boldea will succeed Richard G. Kyle, who has been in an interim role since March after having previously served as president and CEO from 2014 to 2024. Lucian Boldea Boldea joins Tim ...

Core Points - The Timken Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of 35 cents per share, payable on August 29, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 19, 2025 [1] - Timken has maintained a dividend payment every quarter since its listing on the NYSE in 1922, marking 413 consecutive quarters, which is one of the longest dividend streaks among NYSE-listed companies [2] - The Timken Company reported $4.6 billion in sales for 2024 and employs approximately 19,000 people globally, operating in 45 countries [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total sales for Q2 2025 were $1.17 billion, down less than 1% from the previous year, with organic sales declining by 2.5% due to lower demand in both segments, partially offset by higher pricing [5][13] - Adjusted EBITDA margins were 17.7%, and adjusted EPS was $1.42, both below prior year levels due to lower volumes, higher tariff costs, and unfavorable currency impacts [6][21] - Free cash flow generated in the quarter was $78 million, with a quarterly dividend increase of 3% and the repurchase of 340,000 shares [6][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Engineered Bearings sales were $777 million, down 0.8% year-over-year, with lower demand in Europe and The Americas, offset by higher revenue in Asia [22] - Industrial Motion sales were $396 million, down 0.7% from last year, with a 5.9% organic decline due to lower demand in several platforms, although linear motion showed growth [23][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Asia Pacific region, sales were up 2%, driven by growth in China, particularly in wind energy shipments [15] - The Americas saw a 3% decline, while EMEA experienced a 5% drop, although the rate of decline improved compared to previous quarters [15][16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on managing costs in response to current market demand and is implementing structural cost actions to improve margins over time [7][8] - Timken is investing in high-growth applications within the automation sector, including industrial robotics and factory automation, to capitalize on market trends [11][12] - The company is also on track to complete three plant closures in the second half of the year to mitigate planned volume declines and positively impact margins in 2026 [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed a cautious outlook for the second half of 2025 due to ongoing trade uncertainties impacting costs and demand [7][30] - Despite current challenges, management remains optimistic about 2026, anticipating industrial market expansion as trade stabilizes and end-user confidence improves [9][10] Other Important Information - The company is actively managing the impact of tariffs, with an estimated full-year net negative impact of approximately $10 million, an improvement from previous estimates [32] - The CEO search is ongoing, with strong interest in the role, and the management team is confident in executing the company's strategic path during this transition [11][12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you unpack the trend to the organic volume guide? - Management indicated a cautious approach for the second half of the year, not seeing acceleration or deceleration in market demand, primarily due to trade uncertainties [39] Question: What are Timken's applications for humanoid robots? - The company is working on applications for humanoid robots, expecting modest revenue growth in the coming years, while focusing on existing automation markets [42] Question: How do July orders compare to Q2? - July sales rates are in line with or slightly ahead of the midpoint of the guidance, with improving order intake rates throughout the year [48] Question: Can you provide an update on discussions with auto OEMs? - Discussions are ongoing, with expectations for some positive uplift in margins by the second half of next year, though it is too early to quantify the impact [53] Question: What is the outlook for the wind energy market? - The company has seen a step-up in demand in wind energy, particularly driven by regulatory changes in China, although growth may be muted in the second half [68]

2Q 2025 Earnings Investor Presentation July 30, 2025 The Timken Company Agenda | Introduction | Neil Frohnapple Vice President of Investor Relations | | --- | --- | | Overview and | Rich Kyle | | Business Update | President and Chief Executive Officer | | Financial Review | Phil Fracassa | | | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | | Q&A | Question and Answer Session | 2 Forward-Looking Statements Safe Harbor and Non-GAAP Financial Information Certain statements in this presentation (includi ...

Core Insights - The Timken Company reported second-quarter 2025 net sales of $1.17 billion, a decrease of 0.8% compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to lower end-market demand, although partially offset by revenue from the CGI acquisition and favorable pricing [1][12] - The company's net income for the quarter was $78.5 million, or $1.12 per diluted share, down from $96.2 million, or $1.36 per diluted share, in the same quarter last year [2][12] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $208.2 million, representing 17.7% of sales, compared to $230.2 million, or 19.5% of sales, in the prior year [3][12] Financial Performance - Net income margin decreased to 6.7% from 8.1% year-over-year, while adjusted EPS fell to $1.42 from $1.63, reflecting a 12.9% decline [2][3] - The company generated $111.3 million in net cash from operations and reported free cash flow of $78.2 million [4][12] - Timken returned $47.0 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the quarter, with a 3% increase in quarterly dividends [4][12] Segment Performance - Engineered Bearings segment sales were $777.4 million, down 0.8% year-over-year, with higher renewable energy demand offset by lower demand in other sectors [5][12] - Industrial Motion segment sales decreased by 0.7% to $396.0 million, with lower demand across most platforms despite contributions from the CGI acquisition [7][12] - Adjusted EBITDA margins for Engineered Bearings and Industrial Motion were 19.7% and 18.3%, respectively, both showing declines from the previous year [6][8] Outlook - The company has revised its full-year 2025 earnings per diluted share forecast to a range of $3.90 to $4.20, with adjusted earnings per diluted share expected to be between $5.10 and $5.40 [9][12] - Timken anticipates a challenging operating environment in the second half of 2025, driven by trade situations and macroeconomic factors [10][12] - Despite current challenges, the company expresses optimism for 2026, planning to position itself for potential industrial market expansion [10][12]

Company Overview - The Timken Company is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, with a focus on designing next-generation products for diverse industries [3] - The company has been operational for over 125 years, leveraging specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that enhance reliability and efficiency [3] - In 2024, Timken reported sales of $4.6 billion and employs approximately 19,000 people across 45 countries [3] Upcoming Financial Results - Timken will release its 2025 second-quarter financial results on July 30, 2025, prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange [1] - A conference call will be held on the same day at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the financial performance with investors and securities analysts [2] - Conference call materials and financial results will be accessible online at the company's investor relations website [1][2]

Company Overview and Performance - The Timken Company was founded in 1899 and has been NYSE listed since 1922[9] - In 2024, the company reported revenue of $4.6 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $845 million, and adjusted EPS of $5.79[9] - The adjusted EBITDA margin for 2024 was 18.5%, and free cash flow was $306 million[9] - The company's dividend yield as of December 31, 2024, was 1.9%[9] - In Q1 2025, net sales were $1.14 billion, a decrease of 4.2% compared to Q1 2024[64, 65] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $208 million, with a margin of 18.2%, down 250 bps from Q1 2024[64, 66] - Adjusted EPS for Q1 2025 was $1.40 per diluted share[64, 67] Business Segments and Strategy - The company operates through two segments: Engineered Bearings (66% of sales) and Industrial Motion (34% of sales)[15] - 56% of sales are from the Americas, 24% from Europe, Mid-East, Africa (EMEA), and 20% from Asia-Pacific in 2024[11] - The company targets organic growth of 4-5% CAGR and inorganic growth of 2-3% CAGR, aiming for a total growth CAGR of 6-8%[102] - The company aims for adjusted EPS CAGR of >10% and adjusted EBITDA margins of +200 bps versus the 2017-2021 period[102] Capital Allocation - The company targets capital expenditures of 3.5-4.0% of sales over the cycle[80] - The company has repurchased approximately 31 million shares for $1.55 billion since 2013, reducing basic shares outstanding by approximately 25%[101] - The company's long-term leverage target is 1.5-2.5x net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA[74, 102]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter revenue of $1.14 billion, down 4.2% from the previous year, with adjusted EBITDA margins at 18.2% and adjusted earnings per share at $1.4, both lower than the prior year due to lower volumes and higher manufacturing costs [5][14][20] - Free cash flow increased compared to the prior year, ending the quarter with a solid balance sheet [6][7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Engineered Bearings sales were $761 million, down 5.2% year-over-year, with organic sales down 2.8% due to lower demand in Europe and The Americas, partially offset by growth in Asia [22] - Industrial Motion sales were $380 million, down around 2% from last year, with organic sales declining 3.8% as lower demand was partially offset by higher pricing [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Asia Pacific, sales increased by 10%, driven by growth in renewable energy demand, while The Americas saw a decline of about 4% and EMEA experienced an 11% drop due to industrial softness in Western Europe [16][17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on maintaining margins and generating strong cash flow during a soft industrial market, with a commitment to deliver $75 million in cost savings in 2025 [10][30] - A strategic review of the automotive OE business is underway, targeting more than half of this segment to improve margins by 2026 and 2027 [13][55] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that industrial market conditions are expected to remain challenging throughout the year, with a cautious view on market demand due to trade-related economic uncertainty [7][29] - The company is confident in its ability to mitigate the impact of tariffs and expects to fully offset the cost impact on a run rate basis by the end of the year [9][33] Other Important Information - The company is actively passing tariff costs into the market through repricing and expects a net direct impact from tariffs of around $25 million this year [9][32] - The CEO transition is ongoing, with a focus on maintaining strategic priorities and financial aspirations during this period [10][81] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance update on pricing and volume assumptions - Management indicated that pricing is expected to improve slightly due to tariffs, with a cautious outlook on volume changes, particularly in Industrial Motion [38] Question: Renewable energy trends, particularly in China - Management expressed positive surprise regarding renewable energy demand in Q1, expecting mid-single-digit growth for the full year [40][41] Question: Customer demand pull forward due to tariffs - Management stated there was no significant evidence of customers pulling forward demand in anticipation of tariffs [47][48] Question: Actions in the automotive OE business - The focus is on light vehicles and OEM, with plans to exit a significant portion of the automotive OE business to improve margins [50][55] Question: Pricing relative to competitors and supply chain positioning - Management noted that competitors are also raising prices, and the company's U.S. footprint is seen as advantageous in the current tariff environment [60][61] Question: Impact of tariffs on future earnings - Management confirmed that by the end of the year, the net impact of tariffs should be zero for 2026, with a year-over-year benefit expected [76] Question: Manufacturing footprint and facility status - The Fort Scott facility is not fully closed, and improvements in margins are expected as the company continues to manage its manufacturing footprint [87]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter sales of over $1,100,000,000, with organic revenue down approximately 3% year-over-year [6][17] - Adjusted EBITDA margins were 18.2%, and adjusted earnings per share were $1.4, both lower than the previous year due to reduced volumes and higher manufacturing costs [7][17] - Free cash flow increased compared to the prior year, contributing to a solid balance sheet [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Engineered Bearings sales were $761,000,000, down 5.2% from last year, with organic sales down 2.8% due to lower demand in Europe and The Americas [25][26] - Industrial Motion sales were $380,000,000, down around 2%, with organic sales declining 3.8% as lower demand was partially offset by higher pricing [28][29] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Asia Pacific, sales increased by 10%, driven by growth in renewable energy demand, particularly in China [19] - The Americas saw a decline of about 4%, with significant drops in the auto truck and off-highway sectors [19] - EMEA experienced an 11% decrease due to ongoing industrial softness in Western Europe [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on maintaining profitable growth and operational excellence while navigating a challenging industrial market [12][14] - A comprehensive review of the automotive OE business is underway, targeting a significant portion of this segment to enhance margins by 2026 and 2027 [15][61] - The company aims to deliver $75,000,000 in cost savings for 2025 to offset inflation in labor and other input costs [34] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that industrial market conditions are expected to remain challenging throughout the year, with no significant changes in demand observed [9][10] - The company is actively monitoring the tariff situation and plans to pass costs into the market through repricing [10][11] - There is confidence in the ability to mitigate the impact of tariffs and recover margins over time [11][38] Other Important Information - The company is committed to generating strong cash flow and enhancing profitability through disciplined capital allocation [14][15] - The transition in leadership is not expected to alter the strategic direction, with continuity in the management team [86][88] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance update regarding pricing and volume assumptions - Management indicated that pricing is expected to improve slightly due to tariffs, while volume is anticipated to decline, particularly in Industrial Motion [44][45] Question: Trends in renewable energy demand, especially in China - Management expressed positive surprise regarding renewable energy demand in Q1, expecting mid-single-digit growth for the full year [47][48] Question: Impact of tariffs on customer demand - Management stated there was no significant evidence of customers pulling forward demand due to tariffs [54][55] Question: Actions in the automotive OE business - The focus is on light vehicles and OEMs, with plans to exit a significant portion of the automotive OE business to improve margins [57][61] Question: Pricing strategies relative to competitors - Management noted that competitors are also raising prices, and the company is positioned to pass through costs effectively [66][68] Question: Future pricing expectations for raw materials - Management indicated that higher pricing for raw materials is likely to persist into 2026 due to limited capacity in the U.S. market [96][98]

Group 1 - Timken reported revenue of $1.14 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, a decrease of 4.2% year-over-year, with EPS at $1.40 compared to $1.77 in the same quarter last year [1] - The revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.12 billion by 1.61%, while the EPS fell short of the consensus estimate of $1.43 by 2.10% [1] - Timken's stock has returned -5.1% over the past month, underperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.2% change, and currently holds a Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) [3] Group 2 - Net Sales for Industrial Motion were reported at $379.60 million, slightly above the average estimate of $370.77 million, representing a year-over-year decline of 2.1% [4] - Net Sales for Engineered Bearings reached $760.70 million, exceeding the estimated $749.02 million, but reflecting a 5.2% decrease compared to the previous year [4] - Adjusted EBITDA for Industrial Motion was $67.10 million, below the average estimate of $71.37 million, while Engineered Bearings reported an Adjusted EBITDA of $159.20 million, surpassing the estimate of $155.62 million [4]