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Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: LECO) is a manufacturing company that focuses on welding and soldering equipment and related technologies. In its news releases, the company describes itself as the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, and plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, with a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln Electric is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, and reports operating 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 20 countries, supported by a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
The LECO news feed on Stock Titan highlights the types of announcements the company regularly makes. These include quarterly and annual earnings results, where Lincoln Electric reports net sales, operating income, net income, and diluted earnings per share, along with non-GAAP measures such as adjusted operating income, adjusted net income, adjusted EBIT, adjusted effective tax rate, and adjusted diluted EPS. Earnings releases often discuss organic sales growth, acquisition contributions, cash flows from operations, and amounts returned to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
Investors can also follow capital allocation and dividend news, such as Board decisions on quarterly cash dividends and information on dividend increases. For example, the company has announced a 5.3% increase in its quarterly cash dividend and noted that this represented its 30th consecutive annual dividend increase. In addition, the news flow covers acquisition activity, such as Lincoln Electric’s acquisition of the remaining interest in Alloy Steel Australia (Int) Pty Ltd., a manufacturer of maintenance and repair solutions serving the mining sector.
Other recurring items in Lincoln Electric’s news include webcast and conference call announcements for quarterly results, scheduling of the annual meeting of shareholders, and participation in events with the financial community. These updates give investors and analysts insight into how management communicates financial performance, strategic priorities, and corporate governance matters. Bookmarking the LECO news page on Stock Titan allows users to monitor these developments and review the company’s own descriptions of its operations and strategy over time.
Lincoln Electric will host the WorldSkills International Competition 2022 Special Edition for Welding and Construction Metal Work at its Welding Technology & Training Center in Cleveland, Ohio from October 17 to 21. The event will attract over 135 competitors and delegates from more than 30 countries, emphasizing skills in trades. As the official Global Industry Partner since 2011, Lincoln Electric aims to address the skilled welder shortage and promote workforce development. An education summit will also take place on October 19.
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LECO) will announce its third quarter 2022 financial results on October 27, 2022, prior to market open. The company will hold an investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET the same day. Investors can join the call via webcast or telephone, with a replay available on the company's website following the event. Lincoln Electric is recognized as a leader in arc welding solutions and operates 56 manufacturing locations across 19 countries, serving customers globally.
Cleveland-based Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LECO) announced its participation in key financial community events this September. The Morningstar Management Behind The Moat Conference will feature CFO Gabriel Bruno on September 7, 2022. Following this, on September 15, 2022, Bruno will present at the Morgan Stanley 10th Annual Laguna Conference, with a live webcast scheduled for 7:35 am Pacific Time. Investors can access the live presentation and replay through the company's Investor Relations website. Lincoln Electric is a leading global provider of welding solutions, with 56 manufacturing facilities worldwide.
Lincoln Electric Holdings announces its plan to design and manufacture DC fast chargers for the U.S. EV market, featuring a 50kW architecture scalable to over 300kW. Production is set for 2023 at its Cleveland, Ohio facility. The initiative aims to address 'range anxiety' by enhancing EV charging infrastructure, facilitating quicker charging times (15-45 minutes). It emphasizes domestic manufacturing to meet the Infrastructure Investment Act's requirements. CEO Christopher L. Mapes believes this venture will drive long-term growth and innovation as part of the Higher Standard 2025 strategy.
Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) will participate in three financial events in August 2022. Gabriel Bruno, CFO, will represent the company at the Northcoast Research 2022 Virtual Industrial and Business Services Conference on August 8, and the Jefferies Industrials Conference on August 10, with the latter being webcast. Additionally, Lincoln Electric will feature at the Seaport Global Annual Virtual Summer Investor Conference on August 24. As a leader in advanced welding solutions, the company operates 56 manufacturing locations globally, serving customers in over 160 countries.
Lincoln Electric Holdings has announced that Peter M. Pletcher will oversee all operations in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific regions in addition to his current responsibilities in Europe, Turkey, and the CIS. This change follows the promotion of Steve Hedlund to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Pletcher aims to implement the Higher Standard 2025 Strategy to enhance growth and profitability. Pletcher has held various leadership roles since joining Lincoln Electric in 1995, emphasizing his extensive experience in the industry.
Lincoln Electric reported a 17.3% increase in net sales for Q2 2022, reaching $969.6 million, driven by a 20.5% rise in organic sales despite a 6.1% negative impact from foreign exchange. Operating income improved to $167.5 million, representing 17.3% of sales. EPS jumped 36.3% to $2.18. The company returned $57.7 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. For the first half of 2022, net income rose to $253.9 million, with sales reaching $1.9 billion.
Lincoln Electric Holdings (Nasdaq: LECO) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.56 per common share, payable on October 14, 2022, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2022. The company is a global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions and cutting equipment, with 56 manufacturing locations across 19 countries. Lincoln Electric is recognized for its expertise in materials science and automation engineering, supporting customers in over 160 countries.
Lincoln Electric Holdings (Nasdaq: LECO) will announce its second quarter 2022 results on July 28, 2022, before the market opens. An investor conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. ET on the same day. Participants can join the call via a webcast or telephone registration, which provides a dial-in number and unique PIN. The earnings call replay will be accessible on the Company's website. Lincoln Electric is a leader in advanced welding solutions and has 56 manufacturing locations across 19 countries.
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LECO) announced its participation in key financial events taking place in June 2022. The company will present at the KeyBanc Industrials & Basic Materials Conference on June 2, 2022, and at the Stifel 2022 Cross Sector Insight Conference on June 8, 2022, featuring executives including CEO Christopher L. Mapes and CFO Gabriel Bruno. These events aim to enhance investor relations and provide insights into Lincoln Electric's operations and financial performance. More details can be found on their Investor Relations website.