Key Points
- Revenue hit a record $8.8 billion, up nearly 2% from Q2 2023.
- Net income rose slightly to $726 million, or $5.26 per share.
- Cummins raised full-year revenue guidance to a range of down 3% to flat.
Cummins (CMI -0.85%), a power solutions and components company, released its earnings for Q2 2024 on July 25. The company posted record revenue of $8.8 billion, up nearly 2% from the same quarter last year. Cummins' net income for the quarter was $726 million, or $5.26 per diluted share, versus $720 million, or $5.05 per diluted share, for Q2 2023.
This quarter reflected a solid overall performance, although some challenges were noted in international sales and specific segments.
Company Overview
| Metric | Q2 2024 | Q2 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (in millions) | $8,796 | $8,638 | +1.8% |
| Net Income (in millions) | $726 | $720 | +0.8% |
| Diluted earnings per share | $5.26 | $5.05 | +4.2% |
| EBITDA (in millions) | $1,345 | $1,304 | +3.1% |
| EBITDA Margin | 15.3% | 15.1% | N/A |
| Source: Cummins |
Cummins is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions, and electrical power generation systems. The company operates through five business segments: Components, Engine, Distribution, Power Systems, and Accelera. Recently, the company has focused heavily on innovation and sustainability.
Cummins has reported strong revenue growth in Q2 2024, achieving a record $8.8 billion on the back of robust North American sales. However, it faced declines in international sales, particularly in China and Europe. Management has slightly adjusted full-year revenue guidance from a 2% to 5% decline to a range from down 3% to flat.
Quarterly Highlights and Performance
North America showed strength, with sales increasing by 4%. In contrast, international sales dipped by 2%, reflecting difficulties in overseas markets. Despite these challenges, the company managed to exceed net income at $726 million compared to $720 million in Q2 2023.
As for the specific segments:
Components: Sales decreased by 13% to $3.0 billion, while EBITDA also declined by 16.5% to $406 million. Lower demand from international markets, particularly China and Europe, and the impact of separating Atmus contributed to the decline.
Engine: Sales increased by 5% to $3.2 billion, driven by strong demand in the North American medium-duty truck market. EBITDA for this segment improved to $445 million, showing the impact of effective pricing strategies.
Distribution: This segment saw a 9% increase in sales to $2.8 billion and an EBITDA of $314 million due to successful pricing actions and increased demand for power generation products.
Power Systems: With sales climbing 9% to $1.6 billion, mainly from heightened demand in the data center market and mining sector, the segment reported a significant boost, achieving an EBITDA of $301 million.
Accelera: Although registering a 31% increase in sales to $111 million, this segment incurred a loss of $117 million in EBITDA. The losses are attributed to substantial costs linked to developing zero-emission technologies like electric powertrains and fuel cells.
Looking Ahead
Management updated its full-year revenue guidance to reflect a smaller expected decline, now ranging from down 3% to flat, indicating an improved outlook for the latter half of the year, particularly in North American markets. EBITDA guidance was also revised upwards to between 15.0% and 15.5%, highlighting confidence in their operational efficiency and market conditions.
Investors should keep an eye on Cummins' ability to navigate international sales challenges and the costs associated with the Accelera segment. Additionally, the company's focus on innovation and sustainability, including investments in zero-emission technologies and potential market shifts, could play a significant role in shaping Cummins' future performance.
