EnerSys Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results

Delivers Gross Margin of 28.9%, Up 570 Basis Points From Prior Year and EPS of $1.86, Up 72% From Prior Year


Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Highlights

(All comparisons against the third quarter of fiscal year 2023 unless otherwise noted)

  • Delivered net sales of $862M, down 6%, primarily driven by temporary spending pauses in telecom and broadband
  • Achieved GM of 28.9%, +570 bps, including $59M benefit from Inflation Reduction Act / IRC 45X tax credits
  • Achieved adjusted GM(b) of 30.7%, +760 bps; excluding $59M benefit from IRC 45X tax credits 23.9%, up 80 bps
  • Generated operating earnings of $93M, +18%, and adjusted operating earnings(2) of $130M, +53%
  • Realized diluted EPS of $1.86, +72%, and adjusted diluted EPS(1) of $2.56, +102%
  • Reduced net leverage(a) to 1.1 X EBITDA on operating cash flow of $135M
  • Published second annual Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) Report
  • Subsequent to the quarter end, issued $300M aggregate principal 6.625% senior notes due 2032

READING, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#EnerSys–EnerSys (NYSE: ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announced today results for its third quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended on December 31, 2023.

Message from the CEO

We were pleased to deliver the third quarter of fiscal 2024 with adjusted EPS above the midpoint of our guidance range. Sales were lower versus the prior year as we continue to see demand pauses in the telecom and broadband markets as well as a return to normalcy in Motive Power orders, partially offset by strength in Specialty, services, and data centers, particularly in the Americas. We continue to hold price, a testament to the customer value we deliver. Order rates improved in the quarter with book-to-bill of 1.0. Motive Power delivered strong operating earnings in the quarter supported by ongoing increases in maintenance-free system sales. We are making consistent progress towards delivering the first 15 Fast Charge & Storage (FC&S) systems for our launch customer with installations targeted to begin this summer and our sales pipeline continues to grow as this new line of business has begun to materialize. We are continuing to take decisive actions to reduce our costs in the current lower telecom and broadband demand environment and are rebalancing our production lines to increase productivity.

During the quarter, based on additional proposed regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Treasury regarding Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code, we concluded that more of our battery sales than previously anticipated qualify for the related tax credits, which supported our gross margin of 28.9%. As a result, we recorded a benefit of $59 million, including $29 million of retroactive credits. We now expect our estimated annual IRC 45X tax credits to be in the range of $120 million to $160 million.

Our balance sheet was a highlight this quarter with operating cash flow conversion of 177% and adjusted free cash flow conversion(b) 106%, which lowered leverage to 1.1X EBITDA. We reduced inventory through a targeted approach to specific raw materials and products.

We continue to methodically execute on our strategic growth plans. We remain highly confident in EnerSys’s position as a global leader in electrification and energy storage applications, with demand driven by critical global megatrends. With our industry-leading system solutions and strong customer relationships, we are well-positioned for growth in our diverse end markets.

David M. Shaffer, President and Chief Executive Officer, EnerSys

Key Financial Results and Metrics

Third quarter ended

 

Nine months ended

In millions, except per share amounts

December 31, 2023

 

January 1, 2023

 

Change

 

December 31, 2023

 

January 1, 2023

 

Change

Net Sales

$

861.5

 

$

920.2

 

 

(6.4

)%

 

$

2,671.1

 

$

2,718.6

 

 

(1.7

)%

Diluted EPS (GAAP)

$

1.86

 

$

1.08

 

$

0.78

 

 

$

5.02

 

$

2.66

 

$

2.36

 

Adjusted Diluted EPS (Non-GAAP)(1)

$

2.56

 

$

1.27

 

$

1.29

 

 

$

6.27

 

$

3.52

 

$

2.75

 

Gross Profit (GAAP)

$

248.6

 

$

213.7

 

$

34.9

 

 

$

728.5

 

$

594.1

 

$

134.4

 

Operating Earnings (GAAP)

$

92.6

 

$

78.5

 

$

14.1

 

 

$

270.6

 

$

182.9

 

$

87.7

 

Adjusted Operating Earnings (Non-GAAP)(2)

$

130.3

 

$

84.9

 

$

45.4

 

 

$

341.0

 

$

215.1

 

$

125.9

 

Net Earnings (GAAP)

$

76.2

 

$

44.4

 

$

31.8

 

 

$

208.2

 

$

109.9

 

$

98.3

 

EBITDA (Non-GAAP)(3)

$

113.5

 

$

97.9

 

$

15.6

 

 

$

333.0

 

$

248.4

 

$

84.6

 

Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP)(3)

$

144.3

 

$

98.1

 

$

46.2

 

 

$

382.3

 

$

269.3

 

$

113.0

 

Share Repurchases

$

35.0

 

$

 

$

35.0

 

 

$

82.3

 

$

22.9

 

$

59.4

 

Dividend per share

$

0.225

 

$

0.175

 

$

0.05

 

 

$

0.625

 

$

0.525

 

$

0.10

 

Total Capital Returned to Stockholders

$

44.1

 

$

7.1

 

$

37

 

 

$

107.8

 

$

44.2

 

$

63.6

 

(a) Net leverage ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure as defined pursuant to our credit agreement and discussed under Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures.

(b) Adjusted gross margin, and adjusted free cash flow conversion are non-GAAP financial measures defined and discussed under Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures.

(1) Adjusted Diluted EPS is a non-GAAP financial measure and discussed under Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures.

(2) Operating Earnings are adjusted for charges that the Company incurs as a result of restructuring and exit activities, impairment of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles and other assets, acquisition activities and those charges and credits that are not directly related to operating unit performance. A reconciliation of operating earnings to Non-GAAP Adjusted Earnings are provided in tables under the section titled Business Segment Operating Results.

(3) Net Earnings are adjusted for depreciation, amortization, interest and income taxes to arrive at Non-GAAP EBITDA. Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA is further adjusted for certain charges such as restructuring and exit activities, impairment of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles and other assets, acquisition activities and other charges and credits as discussed under Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures.

Summary of Results

Third Quarter 2024

Net sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2024 were $861.5 million, a decrease of 6.4% from the prior year third quarter net sales of $920.2 million. The decrease compared to prior year quarter was the result of a 7% decrease in organic volume, partially offset by a 1% increase in pricing.

Net earnings attributable to EnerSys stockholders (“Net earnings”) for the third quarter of fiscal 2024 was $76.2 million, or $1.86 per diluted share, which included an unfavorable highlighted net of tax impact of $28.8 million, or $0.70 per diluted share, from highlighted items described in further detail in the tables shown below, reconciling non-GAAP adjusted financial measures to reported amounts.

Net earnings for the third quarter of fiscal 2023 was $44.4 million, or $1.08 per diluted share, which included an unfavorable highlighted net of tax impact of $7.9 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, from highlighted items described in further detail in the tables shown below, reconciling non-GAAP adjusted financial measures to reported amounts.

Excluding these highlighted items, adjusted Net earnings per diluted share for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, on a non-GAAP basis, were $2.56, compared to the guidance of $2.50 to $2.60 per diluted share for the third quarter given by the Company on December 19, 2023. These earnings compare to the prior year third quarter adjusted Net earnings of $1.27 per diluted share. Please refer to the section included herein under the heading “Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a discussion of the Company’s use of non-GAAP adjusted financial information, which includes tables reconciling GAAP and non-GAAP adjusted financial measures for the quarters ended December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023.

In the first quarter of fiscal 2024, we introduced a new line of business, New Ventures, that includes energy storage and management systems for demand charge reduction, utility back-up power, and dynamic fast charging for electric vehicles. The financial results of the New Ventures segment includes start up operating expenses and is included in the Corporate and other line in our operating earnings.

Fiscal Year to Date 2024

Net sales for the nine months of fiscal 2024 were $2,671.1 million, a decrease of 1.7% from the prior year nine months net sales of $2,718.6 million. This decrease was due to an 8% decrease in organic volume, partially offset by a 5% increase in pricing and a 1% increase in foreign currency translation.

Net earnings for the nine months of fiscal 2024 was $208.2 million, or $5.02 per diluted share, which included an unfavorable highlighted net of tax impact of $51.9 million, or $1.25 per diluted share, from highlighted items described in further detail in the tables shown below, reconciling non-GAAP adjusted financial measures to reported amounts.

Net earnings for the nine months of fiscal 2023 was $109.9 million, or $2.66 per diluted share, which included an unfavorable highlighted net of tax impact of $35.5 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, from highlighted items described in further detail in the tables shown below, reconciling non-GAAP adjusted financial measures to reported amounts.

Adjusted Net earnings per diluted share for the nine months of fiscal 2024, on a non-GAAP basis, were $6.27. This compares to the prior year nine months adjusted Net earnings of $3.52 per diluted share. Please refer to the section included herein under the heading “Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a discussion of the Company’s use of non-GAAP adjusted financial information.

Fourth Quarter 2024 Outlook

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, we expect:

  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $1.98 to $2.08, inclusive of $0.80 to $0.90 from IRC 45X tax benefits under the IRA. Note that the IRS has not yet finalized guidance related to section 45X, which could materially increase or decrease the quantity of our U.S. produced batteries that qualify for this credit.
  • Gross margin in the range of 26.0% to 28.0%, including 350bps to 410bps from IRA credits.
  • For the full year of fiscal 2024, we expect capital expenditures to be in the range of $80 million to $100 million.

We remain optimistic about the trajectory of our business and are particularly pleased with our continued ability to maintain pricing. While we are seeing healthy demand trends in the majority of our end markets, we are managing our business prudently to navigate the temporary spending pauses by our telecom and broadband customers. We are well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities as we deliver innovative products that are strategically aligned with secular trends,” said Andrea Funk, EnerSys Chief Financial Officer.

Please refer to the section included herein under the heading “Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for a discussion of the Company’s use of non-GAAP adjusted financial information.

Conference Call and Webcast Details

The Company will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2024 financial results at 9:00 AM (EST) Thursday, February 8, 2024. A live broadcast as well as a replay of the call can be accessed via https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/ie42kc8w/ or the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at https://investor.enersys.com.

To join the live call, please register at https://register.vevent.com/register/BI08ed58087c944a6ebf8d5ef243abafaa. A dial-in and unique PIN will be provided upon registration.

About EnerSys

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and designs, manufactures and distributes energy systems solutions and motive power batteries, specialty batteries, battery chargers, power equipment, battery accessories and outdoor equipment enclosure solutions to customers worldwide. The company goes to market through four lines of business: Energy Systems, Motive Power, Specialty and New Ventures. Energy Systems, which combine power conversion, power distribution, energy storage, and enclosures, are used in the telecommunication, broadband, and utility industries, uninterruptible power supplies, and numerous applications requiring stored energy solutions. Motive power batteries and chargers are utilized in electric forklift trucks and other industrial electric powered vehicles. Specialty batteries are used in aerospace and defense applications, large over-the-road trucks, premium automotive, medical and security systems applications. New Ventures provides energy storage and management systems for various applications including demand charge reduction, utility back-up power, and dynamic fast charging for electric vehicles. EnerSys also provides aftermarket and customer support services to its customers in over 100 countries through its sales and manufacturing locations around the world. More information regarding EnerSys can be found at www.enersys.com.

Sustainability

Sustainability at EnerSys is about more than just the benefits and impacts of our products. Our commitment to sustainability encompasses many important environmental, social and governance issues. Sustainability is a fundamental part of how we manage our own operations. Minimizing our environmental footprint is a priority. Sustainability is our commitment to our employees, our customers and the communities we serve. Our products facilitate positive environmental, social, and economic impacts around the world. To learn more visit: https://www.enersys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release, and oral statements made regarding the subjects of this release, contains forward-looking statements, within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, or the Reform Act, which may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding EnerSys’ earnings estimates, intention to pay quarterly cash dividends, return capital to stockholders, plans, objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements identified by words such as “believe,” “plan,” “seek,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “will,” and similar expressions. All statements addressing operating performance, events, or developments that EnerSys expects or anticipates will occur in the future, including statements relating to sales growth, earnings or earnings per share growth, order intake, backlog, payment of future cash dividends, commodity prices, execution of its stock buy back program, judicial or regulatory proceedings, ability to identify and realize benefits in connection with acquisition and disposition opportunities, and market share, as well as statements expressing optimism or pessimism about future operating results or benefits from its cash dividend, its stock buy back programs, application of Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code, future responses to and effects of the pandemic, adverse developments with respect to the economic conditions in the U.S. in the markets in which we operate and other uncertainties, including the impact of supply chain disruptions, interest rate changes, inflationary pressures, geopolitical and other developments and labor shortages on the economic recovery and our business are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Reform Act. The forward-looking statements are based on management’s current views and assumptions regarding future events and operating performance, and are inherently subject to significant business, economic, and competitive uncertainties and contingencies and changes in circumstances, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, even if subsequently made available by EnerSys on its website or otherwise. EnerSys does not undertake any obligation to update or revise these statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.

Although EnerSys does not make forward-looking statements unless it believes it has a reasonable basis for doing so, EnerSys cannot guarantee their accuracy. The foregoing factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements. For a list of other factors which could affect EnerSys’ results, including earnings estimates, see EnerSys’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” and “Forward-Looking Statements,” set forth in EnerSys’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023. No undue reliance should be placed on any forward-looking statements.

EnerSys

Consolidated Condensed Statements of Income (Unaudited)

(In millions, except share and per share data)

 

 

Quarter ended

 

Nine months ended

 

December 31, 2023

 

January 1, 2023

 

December 31, 2023

 

January 1, 2023

Net sales

$

861.5

 

$

920.2

 

$

2,671.1

 

$

2,718.6

Gross profit

 

248.6

 

 

213.7

 

 

728.5

 

 

594.1

Operating expenses

 

143.9

 

 

134.4

 

 

432.3

 

 

398.8

Restructuring and other exit charges

 

6.1

 

 

0.8

 

 

19.6

 

 

12.4

Impairment of indefinite-lived intangibles

 

6.0

 

 

 

 

6.0

 

 

Operating earnings

 

92.6

 

 

78.5

 

 

270.6

 

 

182.9

Earnings before income taxes

 

78.7

 

 

57.8

 

 

225.6

 

 

134.9

Income tax expense

 

2.5

 

 

13.4

 

 

17.4

 

 

25.0

Net earnings attributable to EnerSys stockholders

$

76.2

 

$

44.4

 

$

208.2

 

$

109.9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net reported earnings per common share attributable to EnerSys stockholders:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

$

1.88

 

$

1.09

 

$

5.11

 

$

2.69

Diluted

$

1.86

 

$

1.08

 

$

5.02

 

$

2.66

Dividends per common share

$

0.225

 

$

0.175

 

$

0.625

 

$

0.525

Weighted-average number of common shares used in reported earnings per share calculations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

40,451,279

 

 

40,835,636

 

 

40,770,524

 

 

40,787,654

Diluted

 

41,047,893

 

 

41,281,693

 

 

41,476,950

 

 

41,267,320

 

EnerSys

Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

(In Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Data)

 

 

 

December 31, 2023

 

March 31, 2023

Assets

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

332,714

 

 

$

346,665

 

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts: December 31, 2023 – $10,312; March 31, 2023 – $8,775

 

 

498,499

 

 

 

637,817

 

Inventories, net

 

 

755,163

 

 

 

797,798

 

Prepaid and other current assets

 

 

185,901

 

 

 

113,601

 

Total current assets

 

 

1,772,277

 

 

 

1,895,881

 

Property, plant, and equipment, net

 

 

523,558

 

 

 

513,283

 

Goodwill

 

 

691,172

 

 

 

676,715

 

Other intangible assets, net

 

 

334,972

 

 

 

360,412

 

Deferred taxes

 

 

53,406

 

 

 

49,152

 

Other assets

 

 

127,253

 

 

 

121,231

 

Total assets

 

$

3,502,638

 

 

$

3,616,674

 

Liabilities and Equity

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

Short-term debt

 

$

30,937

 

 

$

30,642

 

Accounts payable

 

 

342,066

 

 

 

378,641

 

Accrued expenses

 

 

289,892

 

 

 

309,037

 

Total current liabilities

 

 

662,895

 

 

 

718,320

 

Long-term debt, net of unamortized debt issuance costs

 

 

880,833

 

 

 

1,041,989

 

Deferred taxes

 

 

60,065

 

 

 

61,118

 

Other liabilities

 

 

168,818

 

 

 

191,366

 

Total liabilities

 

 

1,772,611

 

 

 

2,012,793

 

Commitments and contingencies

 

 

 

 

Equity:

 

 

 

 

Preferred Stock, $0.01 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued or outstanding at December 31, 2023 and at March 31, 2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share, 135,000,000 shares authorized, 56,347,317 shares issued and 40,399,131 shares outstanding at December 31, 2023; 56,004,613 shares issued and 40,901,059 shares outstanding at March 31, 2023

 

 

563

 

 

 

560

 

Additional paid-in capital

 

 

620,408

 

 

 

596,464

 

Treasury stock at cost, 15,948,186 shares held as of December 31, 2023 and 15,103,554 shares held as of March 31, 2023

 

 

(822,658

)

 

 

(740,956

)

Retained earnings

 

 

2,112,259

 

 

 

1,930,148

 

Contra equity – indemnification receivable

 

 

(1,988

)

 

 

(2,463

)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

 

 

(182,050

)

 

 

(183,474

)

Total EnerSys stockholders’ equity

 

 

1,726,534

 

 

 

1,600,279

 

Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests

 

 

3,493

 

 

 

3,602

 

Total equity

 

 

1,730,027

 

 

 

1,603,881

 

Total liabilities and equity

 

$

3,502,638

 

 

$

3,616,674

 

 

EnerSys

Consolidated Condensed Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

(In Thousands)

 

 

 

Nine months ended

 

 

December 31, 2023

 

January 1, 2023

Cash flows from operating activities

 

 

 

 

Net earnings

 

$

208,184

 

 

$

109,860

 

Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

68,304

 

 

 

68,998

 

Write-off of assets relating to exit activities

 

 

21,506

 

 

 

8,360

 

Impairment of indefinite-lived intangibles

 

 

6,020

 

 

 

 

Derivatives not designated in hedging relationships:

 

 

 

 

Net losses (gains)

 

 

666

 

 

 

(1,383

)

Cash (settlements) proceeds

 

 

(203

)

 

 

40

 

Provision for doubtful accounts

 

 

1,912

 

 

 

(720

)

Deferred income taxes

 

 

(258

)

 

 

(716

)

Non-cash interest expense

 

 

1,229

 

 

 

1,461

 

Stock-based compensation

 

 

22,894

 

 

 

18,770

 

(Gain) loss on disposal of property, plant, and equipment

 

 

644

 

 

 

(193

)

Changes in assets and liabilities:

 

 

 

 

Accounts receivable

 

 

139,508

 

 

 

123,398

 

Inventories

 

 

27,401

 

 

 

(135,905

)

Prepaid and other current assets

 

 

(3,602

)

 

 

(8,323

)

Other assets

 

 

(1,343

)

 

 

(899

)

Accounts payable

 

 

(45,650

)

 

 

(31,614

)

Accrued expenses

 

 

(126,857

)

 

 

(17,149

)

Other liabilities

 

 

(108

)

 

 

1,858

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

 

 

320,247

 

 

 

135,843

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities

 

 

 

 

Capital expenditures

 

 

(59,005

)

 

 

(57,512

)

Purchase of business

 

 

(8,270

)

 

 

 

Proceeds from termination of net investment hedges

 

 

 

 

 

43,384

 

Proceeds from disposal of property, plant, and equipment

 

 

2,037

 

 

 

452

 

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

 

 

(65,238

)

 

 

(13,676

)

 

 

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities

 

 

 

 

Net (repayments) borrowings on short-term debt

 

 

(440

)

 

 

(20,317

)

Proceeds from Second Amended Revolver borrowings

 

 

182,500

 

 

 

291,100

 

Repayments of Second Amended Revolver borrowings

 

 

(327,500

)

 

 

(422,082

)

Repayments of Second and Third Amended Term Loans

 

 

(19,116

)

 

 

(1,625

)

Financing costs for debt modification

 

 

 

 

 

(1,096

)

Option proceeds, net

 

 

9,668

 

 

 

1,060

 

Payment of taxes related to net share settlement of equity awards

 

 

(9,492

)

 

 

(6,385

)

Purchase of treasury stock

 

 

(82,331

)

 

 

(22,907

)

Dividends paid to stockholders

 

 

(25,423

)

 

 

(21,386

)

Other

 

 

910

 

 

 

842

 

Net cash (used in) financing activities

 

 

(271,224

)

 

 

(202,796

)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

 

 

2,264

 

 

 

(23,778

)

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

 

 

(13,951

)

 

 

(104,407

)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

 

 

346,665

 

 

 

402,488

 

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 

$

332,714

 

 

$

298,081

 

Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains financial information determined by methods other than in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, (“GAAP”). EnerSys’ management uses the non-GAAP measures “adjusted Net earnings”, “adjusted Diluted EPS”, “adjusted operating earnings”, “adjusted gross margin”, “adjusted EBITDA”, “adjusted EBITDA per credit agreement”, “net debt”, “net leverage ratio”, ” adjusted free cash flow conversion”, “net sales at constant currency”, and “net sales growth rate at constant currency” as applicable, in their analysis of the Company’s performance.

Contacts

Lisa Hartman
V.P., Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

EnerSys

610-236-4040

E-mail: investorrelations@enersys.com

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