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Garmin Ltd. (GRMN) delivers innovative GPS technology across fitness, aviation, marine, automotive, and outdoor markets. This news hub provides investors and industry professionals with essential updates on corporate developments, product innovations, and market strategies.
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Garmin reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with record consolidated revenue of $1.54 billion, an 11% increase year-over-year. The company's operating income reached a record $333 million, up 12% from the previous year, with operating margin expanding to 21.7%.
Segment performance showed significant growth in multiple areas: Auto OEM led with 31% growth, Outdoor increased 20%, Fitness grew 12%, and Aviation rose 3%. Only the Marine segment saw a slight decline of 2%. The company maintained its full year 2025 EPS guidance of $7.80 and updated revenue expectations to $6.85 billion.
Notable achievements include recognition as one of the Top 10 Most Trustworthy Companies in America and multiple aviation and marine supplier awards. Key product launches included the vívoactive 6 smartwatch, Instinct 3, and Force Pro trolling motor. The company ended Q1 with approximately $3.9 billion in cash and marketable securities.
Garmin has launched Garmin Pilot Web, a new online flight planning platform that enhances its existing mobile app ecosystem. The web-based tool offers both free and premium features for pilots, focusing on comprehensive flight planning capabilities.
The free version includes high-resolution maps, charts, airport information, and weather overlays. Pilots can access various mapping options including topographic maps, satellite view, VFR sectionals, and IFR charts. The platform provides basic route planning with calculations for distance, fuel requirements, and estimated times.
Premium features for Garmin Pilot mobile app users in North America include:
- Advanced flight planning and filing
- Aircraft performance data integration
- Live internet traffic monitoring
- Customizable aircraft profiles
- Cross-platform synchronization
The service is currently available in North America, with plans for expansion to other regions. Users can access the platform at pilotweb.garmin.com.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has unveiled the Instinct 3 - Tactical Edition, a new line of tactical smartwatches featuring AMOLED or solar-powered displays. The watches come in 45mm and 50mm sizes and include notable improvements such as a metal-reinforced bezel, built-in LED flashlight, and a new rucking activity tracker.
Key features include extended battery life (up to 24 days for AMOLED model), military-grade durability (MIL-STD 810), water resistance up to 100 meters, and tactical capabilities like Night Vision Goggle mode, Stealth Mode, and Kill Switch. The solar models boast five times better battery efficiency in GPS mode compared to Instinct 2 Solar.
The watches will be available from April 30, with the AMOLED model priced at $599.99 and solar charging models starting at $499.99. They include comprehensive health monitoring features, multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology, and various sports apps.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has received the Best Supplier of the Year award from Embraer for the tenth consecutive year at their annual Suppliers Conference. The recognition was specifically for Garmin's G3000® Prodigy Touch flight deck systems in the Phenom 100EV and Phenom 300E aircraft, winning in the Electrical & Electronic Systems category.
The award marks Garmin's 17th top supplier honor from Embraer over the past 15 years across various categories including Technical Support, Electro-Mechanical Systems, Material Support, Services & Support, and Best of the Best. The recognition was announced during Embraer's annual Suppliers Conference held at their Eugênio de Melo facility on April 14-15, 2025.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has unveiled the Varia Vue headlight camera, combining a 600-lumen headlight with a 4K front-facing camera. The device automatically saves footage if an incident is detected and can sync with the Varia RCT715 radar taillight camera for dual-angle recording.
Key features include:
- Electronic Image Stabilization for steady footage
- Five light modes with automatic adjustment based on speed and surroundings
- Wi-Fi connectivity for automatic upload to Garmin Vault
- Up to 7 hours battery life in day flash mode with camera recording
- Smart cutoff beam design to protect oncoming traffic's vision
The Varia Vue is priced at $549.99 and includes additional features such as a concealed microphone for audio recording, compatibility with Edge cycling computers, and the ability to operate while charging. The device requires a separate memory card for recording.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has announced the launch of its proprietary Garmin Marathon Series, marking a significant shift from traditional race sponsorships to full event ownership and production. The inaugural series will debut in Fall 2025 with events in Toledo, Ohio (September 21) and Tucson, Arizona (November 15).
Each event will feature four USATF-certified race distances: a full marathon (Boston Marathon qualifier), half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The series will include a two-day expo showcasing Garmin products and technology, edition race gear, and meet-and-greets with Garmin-sponsored athletes. Post-race festivities will include a finish line festival with local food and live entertainment.
The locations were selected based on existing race schedules, running communities, cultural highlights, and weather conditions. Additional locations are planned for 2026.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has unveiled the vívoactive 6, its latest health and fitness smartwatch featuring an enhanced AMOLED display and up to 11 days of battery life. The device, priced at $299.99, will be available for order on Garmin.com starting April 4th.
The smartwatch introduces new features including smart wake alarm and customizable morning reports with HRV status monitoring. It comes equipped with over 80 preloaded sports apps and comprehensive health monitoring capabilities including Body Battery energy tracking, sleep coaching, stress monitoring, and Pulse Ox measurements.
The vívoactive 6 offers advanced fitness features such as running dynamics tracking, PacePro pacing guidance, and wheelchair mode. Smart features include text messaging, emergency safety tracking, Garmin Pay, and music streaming support. The device comes in four color variants: Black/Slate, Bone/Lunar Gold, Jasper Green, and Pink Dawn.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced that its fēnix® smartwatches are being used in the Fram2 human spaceflight mission to support scientific research on spaceflight's effects on mental and physical health. The all-civilian crew's biometrics, including heart rate, Pulse Ox, and Body Battery™, will be continuously monitored using these 'space-ready' watches.
The smartwatches were specifically tested for the harsh, low-pressure space environment and feature extended battery life allowing 24/7 monitoring without recharging. The Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) at Baylor College of Medicine will collect physiological data for their EXPAND database to address space mission challenges.
Fram2 is notable as the first human spaceflight mission launched into polar orbit to explore Earth's polar regions, marking the second private spaceflight utilizing Garmin smartwatch technology for scientific research.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has unveiled Garmin Connect+, a premium subscription service for its smartphone app offering enhanced features and personalized insights. The new service, launching March 27, 2025, introduces AI-powered Active Intelligence for personalized suggestions, an advanced performance dashboard, and expanded LiveTrack capabilities.
The premium plan, priced at $6.99/month or $69.99/year with a 30-day free trial, includes exclusive features such as expert training guidance through Garmin Run Coach and Cycling Coach, real-time workout tracking, and social features with unique profile frames and badge challenges. Notably, all existing Garmin Connect features and data will remain free for users.
The service enhances user experience with customizable performance tracking, AI-powered insights (currently in beta), and improved social connectivity features, including activity notifications for friends and family through LiveTrack profiles.
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has announced its upcoming first quarter 2025 earnings conference call, scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. EDT. The earnings release will be distributed before market open on the same day.
Shareholders, investors, and analysts can participate through a live webcast available at Garmin's investor relations website. U.S. and Canadian participants can join via phone by dialing 1.800.715.9871. The company recommends joining 10 minutes before the event start. An archive of the webcast will remain accessible until April 29, 2026.
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