Summary
AMETEK, Inc. (AME) reported a strong third quarter and first nine months of 2021, demonstrating robust performance driven by both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Net sales for the third quarter increased by 27.8% year-over-year to a record $1.44 billion, with diluted earnings per share rising 25.0% to $1.10. For the first nine months, net sales grew 21.0% to $4.04 billion, and diluted EPS increased 7.8% to $3.04. The company successfully integrated five significant acquisitions in early 2021, which contributed substantially to the sales growth, particularly in the Electronic Instruments Group (EIG). AMETEK also reported a record backlog of $2.62 billion as of September 30, 2021, indicating strong demand for its products and services.
Financial Highlights
53 data points| Revenue | $1.44B |
| Cost of Revenue | $949.40M |
| Gross Profit | $491.28M |
| SG&A Expenses | $153.72M |
| Operating Expenses | $1.10B |
| Operating Income | $337.56M |
| Interest Expense | $20.48M |
| Net Income | $257.46M |
| EPS (Basic) | $1.11 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $1.10 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 231.17M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 233.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Record quarterly and year-to-date net sales, operating income, and backlog demonstrate strong business momentum.
- 2Significant year-over-year revenue growth of 27.8% in Q3 and 21.0% in the first nine months, driven by both organic sales and five key acquisitions completed in early 2021.
- 3Diluted EPS increased by 25.0% in Q3 to $1.10 and by 7.8% in the first nine months to $3.04, reflecting improved profitability.
- 4The Electronic Instruments Group (EIG) and Electromechanical Group (EMG) both reported substantial sales and operating income growth, with EIG experiencing significant uplift from recent acquisitions.
- 5Backlog reached a record $2.62 billion, up 45.6% from December 31, 2020, signaling continued demand.
- 6Despite supply chain challenges (material cost inflation, logistics, labor, component shortages), the company is managing effectively and expects continued positive impacts from acquisitions and operational improvements.
- 7The company maintained a strong liquidity position, with $358.7 million in cash and cash equivalents and substantial available borrowing capacity under its credit facilities.