Kimball Electronics Q3 Sales Fall to $352.9M, EPS Misses by $0.06
Kimball Electronics posted Q3 revenue of $352.9 million, down from $374.6 million a year ago, and GAAP EPS of $0.23 (adjusted $0.33), missing consensus of $0.39. The company affirmed full-year revenue guidance of $1.40–1.46 billion and expects adjusted operating margin at the high end of its range.
1. Q3 Financial Results
Kimball Electronics generated $352.9 million in net sales for the quarter, with GAAP profit of $5.7 million translating into $0.23 per share. Adjusted earnings were $0.33 per share and operating income was $11.8 million, broadly in line with the prior year’s $11.7 million.
2. Comparison to Prior Year and Estimates
Sales declined 5.8% from $374.6 million a year ago, while adjusted operating income slipped from $15.7 million. Adjusted EPS of $0.33 fell short of the $0.39 consensus estimate, highlighting margin pressure.
3. Segment Performance
The medical segment delivered double-digit sequential sales growth, partially offsetting softer demand in other end markets. Overall segment trends suggest mixed momentum across the company’s electronics manufacturing services offerings.
4. Full-Year Outlook
Management reaffirmed full-year revenue guidance of $1.40–1.46 billion and reiterated expectations for adjusted operating margin at the high end of its previously outlined range, underpinning confidence in cost controls and delivery improvements.