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JASPER, Ind. - Kimball Electronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:KE) saw its shares surge 13.8% after reporting fourth quarter fiscal 2025 results that significantly exceeded analyst expectations, driven by better-than-anticipated sales and improved profitability.
The electronics manufacturing services provider reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.34 for the quarter, handily beating the analyst estimate of $0.20. Revenue came in at $380.5 million, surpassing the consensus estimate of $345.01 million, though still representing a 12% decrease from the same period last year.
"I’m encouraged by the results for the fourth quarter and solid finish to the fiscal year," said Richard D. Phillips, Chief Executive Officer. "Q4 came in better than expected, as sales increased sequentially, margins improved, and working capital management drove our sixth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow which was used to pay down debt."
The company reported operating income of $16.5 million, or 4.3% of net sales, while adjusted operating income reached $19.6 million, or 5.2% of net sales. Kimball also highlighted its strong cash generation, with $78.1 million from operating activities in the quarter.
For fiscal year 2026, Kimball Electronics provided guidance for revenue between $1.35 billion and $1.45 billion, slightly below the consensus estimate of $1.439 billion. The company expects adjusted operating income to be between 4.0% and 4.25% of net sales, compared to 4.1% in fiscal 2025.
The company’s balance sheet strengthened significantly, with debt reduced by $147.3 million, or 50% YoY, reaching its lowest level in three years. Inventory was reduced by $23.1 million in the quarter, contributing to cash conversion days of 85, the lowest in three years.
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