Solid Third Quarter Financial Performance
Reported revenues of $1.9 billion and net income of $79.1 million, equating to $0.97 per diluted share. Excluding a one-time pretax charge due to hurricane-related damages, EPS would have been $1 per share. Declared a cash dividend of $0.18 per share for both Class A and Class B common stock.
Aftermarket Revenue and Strategy Success
Parts, service, and body shop revenues reached $633 million. Despite a 1.6% decrease from the previous year, the sequential growth indicates a positive trend, driven by strategy execution.
Medium-Duty and Vocational Truck Market Performance
Class 4 through 7 truck sales accounted for 5% of the U.S. market and 2.9% in Canada, with ACT Research projecting a slight 2.5% increase in sales for 2024. Vocational and public sector markets remain strong.
Used Truck Sales Improvement
Sold 1,829 used trucks, up 1.8% year-over-year. Depreciation rates for used trucks have stabilized, leading to positive results.
Effective Expense Management
Operating expenses reduced effectively, contributing to maintaining a solid financial position despite revenue challenges.