The earnings call reflected a positive overall sentiment with strong financial performance and operational improvements, despite challenges such as reduced demand in China and decreased orders in Specialty Products. The company showed significant progress in reducing leverage and had a robust order pipeline.
Company Guidance
During the Chart Industries Q3 2024 earnings call, the company reported a net cash generation of $200.7 million from operating activities, leading to a free cash flow of $174.6 million after a $26 million capital expenditure. The company achieved a net leverage ratio of 3.04 as of September 30, showing progress towards their target range of 2 to 2.5 and an end-of-year 2025 net debt goal of $3 billion. Orders rose by 5.4% compared to Q3 2023, while sales increased by 22.4% to $1.06 billion. The adjusted operating margin was reported at 22.2%, with an adjusted EBITDA of $260.7 million, constituting 24.5% of sales. Adjusted earnings per share stood at $2.18, impacted by a $0.15 EPS hit from foreign exchange and a 26.5% tax rate. Year-to-date sales grew by 19.6% with a 510 basis point operating margin increase compared to the same period in 2023. The company surpassed its original 2026 target for $250 million in annualized cost synergies, achieving it in Q3 2024.
Strong Financial Performance
Generated $200.7 million of net cash from operating activities and $174.6 million of free cash flow. Sales increased 22.4% to $1.06 billion compared to Q3 2023.
Leverage Reduction
Net leverage ratio reduced to 3.04 with plans to achieve a target of 2 to 2.5 by 2025.
Order Growth
Orders increased 5.4% compared to Q3 2023, with a strong pipeline of over $23 billion in opportunities.
Operational Improvements
Achieved a 350 basis point increase in gross margin and surpassed original year 3 target for cost synergies.
Record Segment Sales
Three out of four segments had record sales in Q3 2024.
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Chart Industries (GTLS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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GTLS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Nov 01, 2024
$120.72
$130.00
+7.69%
Aug 02, 2024
$153.85
$126.01
-18.10%
May 03, 2024
$145.00
$155.00
+6.90%
Feb 28, 2024
$131.49
$147.68
+12.31%
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FAQ
When does Chart Industries (GTLS) report earnings?
Chart Industries (GTLS) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 13, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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