JLT Mobile Computers Q3 sales, orders drop sharply

By Reuters News


Overview

  • Sweden rugged computer supplier's Q3 net sales and orders fell sharply from prior year

  • Company posted operating loss as lower sales volume weighed on earnings

  • Gross margin improved, driven by more service revenue and favorable currency effects


Outlook

  • Company says market uncertainty persists and sales cycles remain long

  • JLT Mobile Computers prioritizes strengthening order intake and protecting cash flow in near term

  • Company aims to expand partner network and broaden business into new application areas


Result Drivers

  • WEAK DEMAND - Co said component shortages, higher prices, geopolitical uncertainty and elevated energy costs led to weak demand, especially in warehousing and logistics

  • PRICE INCREASES - Co said sharply higher memory prices forced price hikes, leading to more cautious investment decisions and longer sales cycles

  • SEGMENT STABILITY - Co said container ports and construction/mining segments remained stable despite market challenges


Company press release:


Key Details

Metric

Beat/Miss

Actual

Consensus Estimate

9M Sales

SEK 75.10 mln

9M Orders

SEK 64.90 mln


Analyst Coverage

  • The stock recently traded at 5 times the next 12-month earnings vs. a P/E of 6 three months ago


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  • Oct 23 - Sweden's Indutrade Q3 EBITA slightly beats estimates on strong order intake, pricing


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