01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K filed February 22, 2018. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
EMCOR Group, Inc. reported strong financial performance for the fiscal year 2017, with record revenues of $7.7 billiona, marking a 1.8% increase from the previous year.
This growth was driven by acquisitions and increased activity in its domestic construction segments, particularly electrical and mechanical services, which benefited from strong performance in commercial, institutional, and healthcare projects. The company also saw an increase in its United Kingdom building services segment. Despite overall revenue growth, the United States industrial services segment experienced a significant decline, primarily due to reduced large project activity, the impact of Hurricane Harvey on turnaround projects, and adverse market conditions.
This segment's weakness led to a substantial goodwill impairment charge of $57.8 millionb. However, improved operating performance across most segments, coupled with the recovery of disputed contract costs, resulted in a higher operating income and a slight increase in operating margin to 4.3%. EMCOR continues to demonstrate solid cash flow generation and maintains a healthy backlog, although it slightly decreased year-over-year.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Record revenues of $7.7 billion in 2017, a 1.8% increase year-over-year, driven by acquisitions and strength in construction segments.
- Operating income increased to $330.6 million, with an improved operating margin of 4.3% compared to 4.1% in 2016.
- Significant $57.8 million goodwill impairment charge primarily related to the United States industrial services segment due to market challenges.
- United States electrical and mechanical construction segments showed strong revenue and operating income growth.
- United States industrial services segment faced headwinds, with revenues declining due to reduced project activity and market conditions.
- Backlog stood at $3.79 billion at year-end 2017, a slight decrease from $3.90 billion in 2016.
- The company maintained its quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share and had $174.8 million remaining under its share repurchase authorization.
03—One dollar
Follow one dollar
Of each $1.00 of revenue in FY2017, EMCOR Group kept $0.03.
- Revenue$7.69B100.0%
- Cost of revenue−$6.54B85.1%
- Gross profit$1.15B14.9%
- Operating costs−$818.1M10.6%
- Operating income$328.9M4.3%
- Interest, other & tax−$101.7M1.3%
- Net income$227.2M3.0%
Where FY2017 revenue went
$7.69B- Cost of revenue: $6.54B, 85% of revenue
- Net income: $227.2M, 3.0% of revenue
- SG&A: $758.7M, 9.9% of revenue
- Other operating costs: $59.4M, 0.8% of revenue
- Interest, other & tax: $101.7M, 1.3% of revenue
Kept 3.0% as net incomeNet income $227.2M · 3.0%Other operating costs $59.4M · 0.8%Interest, other & tax $101.7M · 1.3%
Full revenue history →04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-KFY2017filed February 22, 2018Financial Statements
FY2017 against FY2016
| Line item | FY2017FY2016 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $7.69B$7.55B | +1.8% |
| Cost of Revenue | $6.54B$6.51B | +0.4% |
| Gross Profit | $1.15B$1.04B | +10.5% |
| SG&A Expenses | $758.71M$727.07M | +4.4% |
| Operating Income | $328.90M$306.93M | +7.2% |
| Interest Expense | $12.77M$12.63M | +1.1% |
| Net Income | $227.20M$181.94M | +24.9% |
| EPS (Basic) | $3.84$3.00 | +28.0% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $3.82$2.97 | +28.6% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 59.25M60.77M | −2.5% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 59.62M61.21M | −2.6% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the primary drivers of EMCOR's revenue growth in 2017?
EMCOR's revenue growth in 2017 was primarily driven by acquisitions made in 2016 and 2017, which contributed incremental revenues, and by increased activity within its United States electrical and mechanical construction and facilities services segments, benefiting from commercial, institutional, and healthcare projects.
What challenges did EMCOR face in 2017, and how did they impact financial results?
The main challenge was the United States industrial services segment, which experienced a significant decline in revenues due to reduced large project activity, the impact of Hurricane Harvey on turnaround projects, and unfavorable market conditions. This led to a substantial $57.8 million goodwill impairment charge. Additionally, the United States building services segment saw a revenue decrease due to the loss of certain contracts.
How did EMCOR's backlog change in 2017?
EMCOR's backlog decreased slightly to $3.79 billion at December 31, 2017, from $3.90 billion at December 31, 2016. This reduction was primarily attributable to a decrease in backlog from the United States mechanical construction and facilities services segment and the United States electrical construction and facilities services segment.
What is EMCOR's stance on returning capital to shareholders?
EMCOR continued to pay a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share in 2017 and expects to do so in the foreseeable future. As of December 31, 2017, the company had approximately $174.8 million remaining under its authorized share repurchase program, indicating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
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