The chart below shows how GTES performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, GTES sees a -2.60% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.47% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.60%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Replacement Sales Overview: Total replacement sales increased 1%, led by modest growth in automotive replacement, while sales to OEMs declined in the low double-digit range.
EBITDA Margin Improvement: We generated a 30 basis points increase in adjusted EBITDA margins, fueled by a 110 basis points increase in our gross margin.
Net Leverage Ratio Improvement: Our net leverage ratio declined to 2.4 times from 2.6 times in the year ago period, supported by a lower debt balance and improved profitability.
Shareholder Capital Return: During the quarter, we returned capital to shareholders via a $125 million share repurchase.
2024 EPS Guidance Increase: We have raised our 2024 guidance, raising our adjusted EPS midpoint to $1.35.
Negative
Core Business Decline: We experienced about a 4% decline on a core basis, primarily driven by weaker demand in the agriculture, construction and personal mobility markets.
Replacement Sales Overview: Total replacement sales increased 1%, led by modest growth in automotive replacement, while sales to OEMs declined in the low double-digit range.
Net Leverage Ratio Improvement: Our net leverage ratio declined to 2.4 times from 2.6 times in the year ago period, supported by a lower debt balance and improved profitability.
Sales Decline Analysis: In the third quarter, we produced sales of $831 million, which was a 3.8% decrease on a core basis.
Earnings Per Share Decline: Our adjusted earnings per share was $0.33, which was 8% lower versus the year prior.
Gates Industrial Corporation plc (GTES) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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