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Littelfuse (LFUS)
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 04, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
$2.03Last Year’s EPS
$2.02Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Oct 29, 2024
|% Change Since: -9.26%
|Next Earnings Date:Feb 04, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with strong execution and cash flow generation against a backdrop of revenue decline and softened market conditions in key segments. While there is optimism in segment-specific growth and future design wins, the challenges in the electronics and industrial segments weigh on the outlook.Company Guidance
During the Littelfuse Q3 2024 earnings call, management provided guidance indicating that fourth-quarter sales are expected to range between $510 million and $540 million, reflecting a typical seasonal decline from the third quarter's $567 million. This forecast includes a 2% sales headwind from ongoing product line pruning. The company projects fourth-quarter earnings per share (EPS) to be between $1.90 and $2.10, factoring in a 14% tax rate and a $0.05 EPS headwind from current foreign exchange and commodity rates. For the full year, Littelfuse anticipates operating margins to be around 13%, with electronics segment margins in the mid-teens, industrial in the low teens, and transportation in the high single digits. The outlook reflects their emphasis on operational execution and the resilience of pricing strategies amid challenging market conditions.Sales and Earnings Exceed Guidance
Third quarter sales were at the high end of the guidance range, and earnings exceeded the guidance range, demonstrating strong execution across business segments.
Robust Free Cash Flow
Generated strong free cash flow of $65 million in Q3, with a year-to-date free cash flow of $157 million, achieving a 103% conversion rate.
Industrial Products Segment Growth
Industrial Products segment sales increased 7% both reported and organically, benefiting from strong industrial safety demand and data center momentum.
Resilient Margin Progress
Adjusted operating margins improved to 15.9%, with adjusted EBITDA margins at 21.7%, up 320 basis points sequentially.
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LFUS Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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LFUS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2024 | $258.38 | $250.53 | -3.04% |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $257.15 | $265.64 | +3.30% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $228.80 | $231.49 | +1.18% |
| Jan 30, 2024 | $239.21 | $239.33 | +0.05% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Littelfuse (LFUS) report earnings?
Littelfuse (LFUS) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 04, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Littelfuse (LFUS) earnings time?
Littelfuse (LFUS) earnings time is at Feb 04, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is LFUS EPS forecast?
LFUS EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2024 (Q4) is $2.03.
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