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Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT)
:CMT
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 12, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.46Last Year’s EPS
0.73Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 08, 2025
|% Change Since: 1.17%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 12, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Despite strong gross margin improvements, new business wins, and solid cash flow and liquidity positions, the company faced significant challenges with revenue decline, reduced earnings, and a downward revision of sales guidance. Additionally, they lost a potential acquisition to a private equity buyer. The highlights and lowlights are fairly balanced, indicating both positive and negative aspects in the company's performance and outlook.Company Guidance
In the Core Molding Technologies Q1 2025 financial results conference call, comprehensive guidance was provided on various metrics and strategic directions. The company reported a revenue of $61.4 million, a 21.4% decrease from the previous year, primarily due to reduced demand in the medium and heavy-duty truck and power sports sectors. Despite this, Core Molding achieved a gross margin expansion of 19.2%, reflecting an increase of 220 basis points year-over-year. The adjusted EBITDA margin stood at 11.7%, with a positive free cash flow of $4.3 million after $1.8 million in capital expenditures. The company has a strong liquidity position of $94.5 million, including $44.5 million in cash. It anticipates capital expenditures between $10 million to $12 million for 2025. Core Molding continued to focus on growth through investments in sales resources and market analysis, securing $15 million in annual new business. The guidance highlighted a strategic focus on expanding capabilities in proprietary sheet molding compound (SMC) and top coat painting, positioning the company as a complete solution provider. The company also discussed ongoing M&A activities and its capital allocation strategy, emphasizing organic and inorganic growth, debt management, and share repurchases, with $1 million in stock repurchases in Q1.Gross Margin Expansion
Gross margin expanded to 19.2%, up 220 basis points year-over-year and up 340 basis points sequentially.
On-time Delivery and Quality Metrics
Achieved 99.3% on-time delivery and maintained a quality level under 100 PPM (parts per million).
New Business Secured
Secured over $15 million in annual new business, including $10 million in the building products sector and $5 million in the electric vehicle battery sector.
Strong Cash Flow
Generated $6.1 million in cash from operations, up from $5.1 million a year ago, and positive free cash flow of $4.3 million for the first quarter.
Liquidity Position
Held a strong total liquidity position of $94.5 million, including $44.5 million of cash and $50 million available under revolver and credit lines.
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CMT Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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CMT Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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May 08, 2025 | $15.42 | $14.91 | -3.31% |
Mar 11, 2025 | $13.22 | $13.17 | -0.38% |
Nov 05, 2024 | $15.73 | $15.36 | -2.35% |
Aug 06, 2024 | $17.00 | $17.42 | +2.47% |
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FAQ
When does Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT) report earnings?
Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT) earnings time?
Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT) earnings time is at Aug 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is CMT EPS forecast?
CMT EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.46.
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