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Despite strong EPS and record sales in certain segments, the company faces significant challenges, including lower revenues, operational and regulatory risks, and uncertainties about the UK operations. The share buyback is positive, but concerns about debt levels and unclear management responses in the Q&A section further contribute to a negative sentiment. The lack of guidance on the UK plant and potential operational impacts suggest a cautious outlook, likely leading to a negative stock price reaction.
Earnings per Share (EPS) $6 for Q4 2024, compared to $0.02 for the full year, reflecting a significant year-over-year change.
Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities $7.5 million for Q4 2024 and $18 million for the full year, indicating a stable cash flow performance.
Income from Operations $12.2 million for 2024, which includes a $4.1 million non-cash asbestos-related benefit, reflecting a $3.7 million improvement from the prior year despite lower revenues.
Adjusted Income from Operations $8 million for the full year, showing a $3.7 million improvement from the prior year.
Record Sales for Air and Liquid Processing Segment Improved 11% from the prior year, indicating strong performance in this segment.
Income from Operations for Forged and Cast Engineered Products Segment $1.1 million in Q4 2024 and $10.5 million for the full year, reflecting a 38% improvement from 2023 despite lower sales.
Impact of UK Operations Addressing deficiencies in the UK operations could impact annual operating income by at least $5 million annually.
Record Sales in Air and Liquid Processing Segment: Achieved record sales for 2024, improving 11% from the prior year.
Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities: Net cash flow from operating activities was $7.5 million for the fourth quarter and $18 million for 2024.
Income from Operations: Income from operations for 2024 was $12.2 million, including a $4.1 million non-cash asbestos-related benefit.
Improvement in Forged and Cast Engineered Products Segment: Achieved income from operations of $1.1 million in Q4 2024 and $10.5 million for the full year, reflecting a 38% improvement from 2023 despite lower sales.
New Equipment Installation: 2024 reflects a partial year benefit from newly installed equipment in U.S. Forged operations.
Collective Consultation Process in the UK: Entered into a formal collective consultation process with the workforce in the UK, which has negatively impacted results for several years.
Addressing UK Operations Deficiency: Addressing deficiencies in the UK operations could impact annual operating income by at least $5 million.
Financial Performance Risks: The company reported lower revenues in 2024, which may impact future earnings and cash flow.
Operational Risks: The UK operations have been a negative factor for several years, with potential annual operating income impact of at least $5 million due to ongoing consultations with the workforce.
Regulatory Risks: The company mentioned risks related to forward-looking statements that may involve uncertainties outside the corporation’s control, including regulatory issues.
Market Competition Risks: The competitive pressures in the market could affect the company's performance, especially in segments with lower sales.
New Equipment Installation: 2024 reflects a partial year benefit from our newly installed equipment in our U.S. Forged operations.
UK Workforce Consultation: Entered into a formal collective consultation process with our workforce in the UK to address deficiencies that have negatively impacted results for several years.
Income Impact from UK Operations: Addressing deficiencies in the UK location could impact annual operating income by at least $5 million annually.
Earnings Per Share: Reported earnings per common share of $6 for the fourth quarter 2024.
Net Cash Flow: Net cash flow from operating activities was $7.5 million for the fourth quarter and $18 million for 2024.
Adjusted Income from Operations: Achieved adjusted income from operations of $8 million for the full year.
Sales Growth in Air and Liquid Processing: Achieved record sales for 2024 in the Air and Liquid Processing segment, improving 11% from the prior year.
Forged and Cast Engineered Products: Achieved income from operations of $1.1 million in Q4 2024 and $10.5 million for the full year, reflecting a 38% improvement from 2023.
Share Buyback Program: Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation announced a share buyback program of $5 million, aimed at enhancing shareholder value.
The earnings call highlighted strong financial metrics, such as a 35% increase in EBITDA and a significant rise in EPS, which are positive indicators. However, the closure of the U.K. facility and related restructuring costs introduce uncertainties. The Q&A session revealed management's evasiveness on certain financial impacts, adding to the uncertainty. Despite positive long-term projections, short-term tariff impacts and operational risks balance out the positive financial performance, leading to a neutral outlook.
The earnings call summary and Q&A reveal mixed results with a negative bias. While there is record order intake and some positive growth in specific segments, overall financial performance shows a decline in adjusted EBITDA and a net loss due to the U.K. plant closure. The Q&A highlights uncertainties in the roll market and potential revenue declines from the U.K. exit. Despite some positive aspects, such as tariff resolution and strategic focus on nuclear power, the financial health and guidance issues suggest a negative stock price reaction.
The earnings call reveals mixed signals: improved EPS and EBITDA indicate operational efficiency, yet declining net sales and no shareholder return plan dampen enthusiasm. The record order intake and backlog increase are positives, but the tariff impact and supply chain challenges pose risks. With no new guidance or shareholder return initiatives, the sentiment remains neutral, suggesting a stock price movement between -2% to 2%.
Despite strong EPS and record sales in certain segments, the company faces significant challenges, including lower revenues, operational and regulatory risks, and uncertainties about the UK operations. The share buyback is positive, but concerns about debt levels and unclear management responses in the Q&A section further contribute to a negative sentiment. The lack of guidance on the UK plant and potential operational impacts suggest a cautious outlook, likely leading to a negative stock price reaction.
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