Powell Industries Inc. (POWL) reports earnings

The report was filed on February 7, 2025

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Powell Industries Inc. (POWL-5.18%) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended December 31, 2024.

The filing includes financial statements for the quarter, showing an increase in revenues to $241.4 million from $194.0 million in the same quarter the previous year. This increase is attributed to strong project backlog and bookings.

Domestic revenues increased by 24% to $197.8 million, while international revenues rose by 28% to $43.6 million, driven by increased project volume from Canadian operations.

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The company reported a gross profit of $59.5 million for the quarter, with gross profit as a percentage of revenues remaining flat at 25%.

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Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased to $21.5 million, primarily due to increased compensation expenses.

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Net income for the quarter was $34.8 million, up from $24.1 million in the previous year. Earnings per diluted share increased to $2.86 from $1.98.

Cash provided by operating activities was $37.1 million, while cash used in investing and financing activities was $9.5 million and $15.2 million, respectively.

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Powell had a working capital ratio of 1.9 as of December 31, 2024. The company maintains a credit agreement with Bank of America and Texas Capital Bank with an aggregate commitment of $150.0 million.

The filing also details various financial agreements, including letters of credit and surety bonds totaling $56.1 million and $432.1 million, respectively.

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Powell expects to complete a facility expansion project in Houston by mid-Fiscal 2025, with planned capital spending of approximately $11 million.

The company continues to focus on its core markets and strategic expansion into electric utility and commercial sectors, with a backlog of $1.3 billion as of December 31, 2024.

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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Powell Industries Inc. quarterly 10-Q report dated February 7, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.