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Concentric (COIC) investor relations material
Concentric Q2 2024 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
Executive summary
Net sales declined 13–14% year-over-year to MSEK 955, with minimal FX impact; both engines and hydraulics divisions saw similar declines and reduced customer demand.
Electric product sales grew 12.7% year-over-year, now representing 23% of group sales, up from 18% last year.
Market conditions remain challenging, especially in agriculture and construction, which together account for about 50% of sales.
Strategic focus on electrification, with significant investments in India and the US, and major new business wins in Alfdex/Alstex joint venture totaling MSEK 1,300.
Strong growth in electric product prototype shipments, up 114% year-over-year.
Financial highlights
Operating income before items affecting comparability was MSEK 124 (margin 13%), but a MSEK 100 warranty provision reduced reported operating income to MSEK 24 (margin 2.5%).
Cash flow from operations reached MSEK 103, with a cash conversion ratio of 137% for the quarter.
Book-to-bill ratio at quarter-end was 89%, indicating further sales weakness expected.
Net debt at quarter-end was MSEK 777, reduced from MSEK 950 year-over-year; gearing ratio dropped to 35% from 42%.
Dividend of MSEK 158 (SEK 4.25/share or €15M) paid during the quarter; cash and equivalents at MSEK 374.
Outlook and guidance
Q3 2024 net sales expected to be slightly weaker than Q2, with continued weak demand in end markets.
Additional cost-saving measures being implemented to maintain margins.
Continued progress expected in electrification and new market opportunities, including data centers and energy storage.
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