The following is a summary of the Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
Curtiss-Wright reported a 10% increase in sales, reaching $800 million driven by performance in Defense Electronics and Naval & Power segments.
Operating income rose 11% year-over-year, with operating margin expansion of 20 basis points to 18.7%.
Diluted earnings per share increased 17% year-over-year, driven by higher A&D sales.Free cash flow was up 19% year-over-year to $163 million, reflecting improved operational performance and lower working capital requirements.
Business Progress:
Strengthened backlog with year-to-date increase of 16%, reaching a record $3.3 billion, supporting long-term growth.
New high-record orders in Defense Electronics for ground and aero defense markets, focusing on products like tactical communications and flight test equipment.
Continued investments in R&D and operational efficiencies across the company.
Announced the acquisition of Ultra Energy, expected to close in Q4 2024, enhancing capabilities in commercial nuclear and naval defense markets.
Opportunities:
Strong growth opportunities in commercial nuclear markets, increased interest from major tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon in nuclear power for data centers promises future expansions.
Record orders in Defense Electronics provide an optimistic outlook for growth in the sector with high customer demand reflecting a healthy market outlook.
Risks:
The realignment of revenue schedules impacts quarterly earnings, particularly noted in the Defense Electronics segment.
Market and operational risks associated with global economic conditions, including supply chain disruptions and labor availability, could affect operational execution.
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