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Burnham Holdings, Inc. Reports Full Year 2023 Financial Results, Raises Dividend and Board Actions

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Burnham Holdings, Inc. reported strong financial results for 2023, with net sales reaching $253.0 million, a 5.2% increase from 2022. The company's gross profit margin improved to 23.6%, and net income rose to $9.4 million. Despite higher SG&A expenses and an impairment loss, the company's performance was commendable, leading to a dividend increase of 4.5%.
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  • Net sales for Burnham Holdings, Inc. in 2023 were $253.0 million, up by 5.2% from 2022.
  • Gross profit margin increased to 23.6% in 2023 compared to 19.2% in 2022.
  • Net income for 2023 was $9.4 million, the highest since 2004.
  • The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share, a 4.5% increase.
  • Board actions included virtual meetings, bylaws amendments, and a virtual annual meeting on April 22, 2024.
Negative
  • SG&A expenses rose by 19.0% in 2023 compared to 2022.
  • An impairment loss of $2.3 million was recognized on the investment in EnviroPower.
  • Interest expense increased in 2023 due to higher debt levels and borrowing costs.

LANCASTER, Pa., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Burnham Holdings, Inc. (OTC-Pink: BURCA), the parent company of multiple subsidiaries that are leading domestic manufacturers of boilers, furnaces and related HVAC products and accessories for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, today reported its consolidated financial results for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023.  Audited consolidated financial statements and footnotes will be included in our Annual Report, expected to be available in mid- to late March 2024.  Prior periods presented have been restated for a voluntary change in accounting principle related to our last-in, first-out (LIFO) inventory valuation.  For 2022, the impact increased net income by $0.4 million and diluted earnings per share by $0.08.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s consolidated financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2023 included the following:

  • Net sales were $253.0 million for 2023, an increase of $12.4 million, or 5.2%, versus 2022.  The net sales figure for 2023 represents the highest net sales number in BHI history, eclipsing the previous mark of $251.7 million set in 2004.
  • Gross profit margin was 23.6% for 2023 compared to 19.2% for 2022 primarily due to continued realization of pricing actions to offset inflation.  Operating efficiency also contributed to improved margins as cost of goods sold decreased by $1.2 million versus 2022 despite higher the 5.2% growth in net sales.
  • Selling, general, and administrative expenses (SG&A) were $43.1 million in 2023 compared to $36.2 million in 2022, an increase of $6.7 million, or 19.0%. Prior year spend was lower than historical norms as we slowly returned to pre-Covid staffing, travel, and administrative spending levels. Although higher on a percentage of sales basis, SG&A spend was in line with expectations.
  • The Company recognized a $2.3 million impairment of its investment in EnviroPower.
  • Net income for 2023 was $9.4 million compared to $5.4 million in 2022 and is the highest net income since 2004.
  • Diluted earnings per share were $2.02 for 2023 versus $1.18 in 2022.

For 2023, sales of residential products were higher by 5.0% versus the same period in 2022, while sales of commercial products increased by 1.4% in 2023 versus 2022.  Our new Service and Rentals businesses contributed $2.6 million of net sales in 2023.  Overall, we are pleased with 2023's results as order velocity remains strong and our current backlogs are back in line with seasonal operating cycles.

As previously noted, pricing actions taken during 2022 and 2023 contributed to the margin expansion realized in 2023.  Further positive impacts on the results were provided by tighter inventory controls, which resulted in lower inventory across the organization, as well as a focus on overhead expenses and spending.  Reduced volatility in raw material costs also had a significant impact on 2023 results.  We will continue to closely monitor these areas as leading indicators for additional pricing actions during 2024. 

Average debt levels were higher throughout 2023 due to increased working capital needs and inflationary pressures impacting inventory valuations.  In addition, interest rate hikes throughout 2023 increased borrowing costs.  As a result of both factors, interest expense for 2023 was higher than 2022.  However, year-end total debt was $6.3 million lower than the prior year.  We continue to evaluate our working capital needs, including inventory levels, to ensure we can appropriately meet production volumes and fund future growth initiatives.  We also previously announced that we have new lending facilities in place that provide us with up to $92.0 million in capacity.  On January 30, 2024, a $10.0 million equipment financing line was entered into with our syndicated bank group that adds additional capacity and flexibility to our financing arrangements.

At its meeting on February 22, 2024, Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s Board of Directors declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.23 per share, an increase of 4.5%.  The dividend is payable on March 28, 2024 for shareholders of record as of March 21, 2024.  Additionally, the Board of Directors amended the bylaws to confirm the ability to conduct meetings virtually, revise officer and director indemnification provisions, and remove the minimum and maximum numbers of directors required on the Board.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s Annual Meeting, with a shareholder record date of March 1, 2024, will be held virtually via a secure website meeting platform on Monday, April 22, 2024, beginning at 11:30 a.m. eastern.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Income

Years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022

(In thousands, except per share amounts)








(Unaudited)


(Restated)



2023


2022

Net sales 


$          252,982


$           240,547

Cost of goods sold


193,223


194,403

  Gross profit


59,759


46,144

Selling, general and administrative expenses


43,137


36,245

Investment impairment loss


2,298


-

  Operating income


14,324


9,899

Other expense:





  Non-service related pension credit


57


130

  Interest and investment gain (loss)


872


(1,124)

  Interest expense


(2,733)


(1,690)

    Other expense


(1,804)


(2,684)

Income before income taxes


12,520


7,215

Income tax expense


3,094


1,790

  Net income


$              9,426


$               5,425






Earnings per share:





  Basic


$                2.04


$                 1.18

  Diluted


$                2.02


$                 1.18

Cash dividends per share


$                0.88


$                 0.88






 

Burnham Holdings, Inc.

Consolidated Balance Sheets

December 31, 2023 and 2022

(In thousands)












(Unaudited)


(Restated)

ASSETS



2023


2022

Current Assets






Cash and cash equivalents


$              5,880


$              6,994


Trade accounts receivable, net


31,023


29,243


Inventories, net


58,017


61,547


Costs in Excess of Billings


621


-


Prepaid expenses and other current assets


1,954


3,747



Total Current Assets


97,495


101,531

Property, plant and equipment, net


64,437


59,980

Lease assets


4,119


1,793

Other long-term assets


18,620


14,866



Total Assets


$          184,671


$          178,170








LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY





Current Liabilities






Accounts payable & accrued expenses


$            35,365


$            36,047


Billings in excess of costs


137


-


Current portion of:






    Long-term liabilities


1,171


152


    Lease liabilities


1,051


854


    Long-term debt 


184


-



Total Current Liabilities


37,908


37,053

Long-term debt


27,232


33,721

Lease liabilities


3,068


939

Other long-term liabilities


5,933


5,636

Deferred income taxes


9,095


8,261

Shareholders' Equity






Preferred Stock


530


530


Class A Common Stock 


3,633


3,626


Class B Convertible Common Stock


1,311


1,318


Additional paid-in capital


11,769


16,565


Retained earnings


121,291


115,999


Accumulated other comprehensive loss


(24,668)


(27,549)


Treasury stock, at cost 


(12,431)


(17,929)



Total Shareholders' Equity


101,435


92,560



Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity


$          184,671


$          178,170








 

Burnham Holdings, Inc.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022

(In thousands)








(Unaudited)


(Restated)



2023


2022

Cash flows from operating activities:





  Net income


$              9,426


$              5,425

  Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided





    by operating activities:





    Depreciation and amortization


4,984


4,802

    Investment impairment loss


2,298


-

    Deferred income taxes


132


2

    Provision for long-term employee benefits


(22)


(119)

    Contributions to pension trust


-


-

    Other reserves and allowances


(64)


920

    Changes in current assets and liabilities:





      Increase in accounts receivable, net


(1,804)


(4,318)

      Decrease (increase) in inventories, net


1,618


(9,037)

      (Increase) decrease in other current assets


(294)


312

      Increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses


4,207


3,213

        Net cash provided by operating activities


20,481


1,200






Cash flows from investing activities:





    Capital expenditures


(9,433)


(7,278)

    Investment in EnviroPower


(141)


(611)

    Purchase of CSI


(2,277)


-

    Other investing activities


(7)


(8)

        Net cash used by investing activities


(11,858)


(7,897)






Cash flows from financing activities:





    Net proceeds from borrowings


(6,305)


11,891

    Proceeds from share-based compensation activity


680


248

    Repurchase of common and preferred stock


22


19

    Dividends paid


(4,134)


(4,121)

        Net cash (used by) provided by financing activities


(9,737)


8,037






Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents


$             (1,114)


$              1,340






Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period


6,994


5,654

Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents


(1,114)


1,340

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period


$              5,880


$              6,994






 

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SOURCE Burnham Holdings, Inc.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s net sales for 2023 were $253.0 million, a 5.2% increase from 2022.

The gross profit margin for Burnham Holdings, Inc. was 23.6% in 2023.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s net income for 2023 was $9.4 million, the highest since 2004.

Burnham Holdings, Inc. declared a 4.5% increase in the quarterly common stock dividend, now at $0.23 per share.

Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s virtual annual meeting is set for Monday, April 22, 2024, beginning at 11:30 a.m. eastern time.
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