10-KPeriod: FY2021

AMETEK INC/ Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2021

Filed February 22, 2022For Securities:AME

Summary

AMETEK, Inc. (AME) reported a strong financial performance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, marked by record sales, operating income, operating margins, net income, and diluted earnings per share. This growth was driven by a significant organic sales increase across both its Electronic Instruments (EIG) and Electromechanical (EMG) groups, complemented by contributions from six strategic acquisitions completed during the year. The company successfully navigated challenges such as material cost inflation and supply chain disruptions, demonstrating resilience and effective operational execution. AMETEK's strategic growth model, focused on Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global and Market Expansion, and New Product Development, continues to be a key driver of its success. The company's robust backlog at year-end indicates strong future demand. Furthermore, AMETEK's commitment to cash generation and capital deployment remains a cornerstone, with a primary focus on value-enhancing acquisitions. The company also continued its practice of returning capital to shareholders through a modest, yet consistently growing, quarterly dividend and share repurchases, signaling confidence in its financial health and future prospects.

Financial Highlights

55 data points
Beta

Revenue

$5.55B

34.5% Gross Margin

Net Income

$990.05M

17.9% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$4.25

Total Assets

$11.90B

Cash & Equivalents

$346.77M

Free Cash Flow

$1.05B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$5.55B
Cost of Revenue$3.63B
Gross Profit$1.91B
R&D Expenses$194.20M
SG&A Expenses$603.94M
Operating Expenses$4.24B
Operating Income$1.31B
Interest Expense$80.38M
Net Income$990.05M
EPS (Basic)$4.29
EPS (Diluted)$4.25
Shares Outstanding (Basic)230.96M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)232.81M

Key Highlights

  • 1Record-breaking financial performance in 2021 with new highs in sales ($5.55 billion), operating income, operating margins, net income ($990 million), diluted EPS ($4.25), orders ($6.47 billion), and backlog ($2.73 billion).
  • 2Achieved a 22.2% increase in net sales compared to 2020, driven by a 15% organic sales increase, a 7% contribution from acquisitions, and a 1% favorable foreign currency translation effect.
  • 3Completed six strategic acquisitions in 2021 for $1.96 billion, expanding its capabilities in robotics, process control, software, test and measurement, embedded computing, and sensors.
  • 4Demonstrated strong operational execution and resilience by navigating supply chain challenges, material cost inflation, and labor availability issues, while maintaining operational excellence.
  • 5Generated record EBITDA of $1.59 billion and free cash flow of $1.05 billion, underscoring the company's efficient cash generation capabilities.
  • 6Continued investment in innovation with $299.6 million spent on Research, Development, and Engineering, resulting in $1.24 billion in sales from products introduced in the past three years.
  • 7Announced an 11% increase in its quarterly cash dividend in early 2021, further demonstrating commitment to shareholder returns, followed by another increase in early 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

AMETEK's record financial performance in 2021 was primarily driven by a robust organic sales increase of 15% across both its Electronic Instruments (EIG) and Electromechanical (EMG) groups. This organic growth was significantly bolstered by the successful integration of six strategic acquisitions made during the year, which contributed approximately 7% to sales growth. Favorable foreign currency translation also provided a 1% boost. The company's focus on its 'AMETEK Growth Model,' emphasizing Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global and Market Expansion, and New Product Development, underpinned these strong results.

AMETEK successfully managed the challenging economic environment characterized by increased material cost inflation, logistics challenges, labor availability issues, and component part shortages. The company implemented steps to mitigate these impacts, leveraging its Operational Excellence initiatives and global sourcing strategies. Its diversified business model across various end markets and geographies also helped to buffer the effects of any single market downturn or supply chain disruption.

Acquisitions are a key component of AMETEK's growth strategy, aimed at enhancing its global market position and broadening its product offerings. In 2021, the company invested $1.96 billion to acquire six businesses in strategic areas like robotics, process control, software, test and measurement, embedded computing, and sensors. These acquisitions are targeted for their strategic, technical, and cultural fit and are expected to contribute to differentiated growth and profitability. The company has a proven track record of identifying, acquiring, and integrating businesses effectively.

AMETEK returns value to its shareholders through a combination of a modest, consistently increasing quarterly cash dividend and share repurchases. The company increased its quarterly dividend by 11% in early 2021 and again by 10% in early 2022. Additionally, it repurchased approximately $14.7 million worth of its common stock in 2021. This balanced approach to capital deployment prioritizes value-enhancing acquisitions while also rewarding shareholders.