Twin Disc Announces Third Quarter Results

Rhea-AI Summary

Twin Disc (NASDAQ: TWIN) reported Q3 FY2025 results with sales increasing 9.5% year-over-year to $81.2 million. The company posted a net loss of $1.5 million ($0.11 per share) compared to net income of $3.8 million in Q3 FY2024. EBITDA was $4.0 million, down 42.7% from the prior year. The results were driven by strength in marine propulsion markets and recent acquisitions of Katsa Oy and Kobelt, offset by reduced oil and gas transmission shipments to China. Gross margin decreased 150 basis points to 26.7%. The company maintains a healthy six-month backlog of $133.7 million, up from $124.0 million in Q2. Total debt increased 139.3% to $40.8 million due to acquisition financing.

Positive

• Sales increased 9.5% year-over-year to $81.2 million
• Strong marine propulsion market performance in North America and Europe
• Healthy six-month backlog of $133.7 million
• Marine and Propulsion Systems segment sales grew 10.7%
• Industrial segment sales increased 56.2%

Negative

• Net loss of $1.5 million compared to $3.8 million profit last year
• Gross margin decreased 150 basis points to 26.7%
• EBITDA declined 42.7% year-over-year
• Total debt increased 139.3% to $40.8 million
• Reduced shipments of oil and gas transmissions to China

Insights

Financial Analyst

Twin Disc swung to $1.5M loss despite 9.5% revenue growth, with margin pressure and increased debt raising concerns.

Twin Disc's Q3 FY2025 results present a concerning financial picture despite topline growth. While sales increased 9.5% to $81.2 million, the company reported a net loss of $1.5 million ($0.11 per share), a significant reversal from the $3.8 million profit ($0.27 per share) in the prior year period.

Digging deeper, the revenue increase was primarily acquisition-driven through Katsa Oy and Kobelt, with organic growth of just 1.7%. Gross margin contracted 150 basis points to 26.7% due to unfavorable product mix, particularly reduced shipments of higher-margin oil and gas transmissions to China. ME&A expenses increased 13.2% to $19.4 million, outpacing revenue growth.

The balance sheet deteriorated markedly, with cash decreasing 19.1% to $16.2 million while total debt more than doubled to $40.8 million. This has shifted Twin Disc from a net cash position last year to a $24.5 million net debt position – a substantial change in financial flexibility.

Some positive indicators exist: the company generated $3.4 million in operating cash flow and maintained a healthy six-month backlog of $133.7 million, up from $124.0 million sequentially. The Marine and Propulsion segment (10.7% growth) showed strength in North American and European markets, while the Industrial segment grew an impressive 56.2%, though largely through acquisitions.

Management highlighted sequential margin improvement and momentum exiting the quarter. While recent acquisitions may position Twin Disc for long-term growth in hybrid and electric marine solutions, the near-term financial impact has been challenging, as evidenced by the quarterly loss, margin pressure, and significantly increased debt load.

MILWAUKEE, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Twin Disc, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWIN) today reported results for the third quarter ended March 28, 2025.

Fiscal Third Quarter 2025 Highlights

• Sales increased 9.5% year-over-year to $81.2 million
• Net loss attributable to Twin Disc was ($1.5) million and EBITDA* of $4.0 million
• Operating cash flow of $3.4 million
• Healthy six-month backlog of $133.7 million supported by strong ongoing order activity

CEO Perspective

“Our third quarter results reflect another solid performance, with sequential margin improvement and strong momentum exiting the quarter. Strength across our core marine propulsion markets, particularly in North America and Europe, supported results, while order activity for Veth remained robust, continuing to be driven by demand in the luxury yacht and riverboat vessels. Though the global macro environment remains uncertain, our diversified geographic footprint and mission-critical portfolio continue to provide resiliency. Our six-month backlog grew meaningfully sequentially, supported by sustained order activity across key markets along with the addition of Kobelt,” commented John H. Batten, President and Chief Executive Officer of Twin Disc.

“We remain focused on executing our long-term strategy, including integrating recent acquisitions, driving operational efficiencies, and positioning Twin Disc as a leader in hybrid and electric marine solutions. Our ability to adapt to changing trade dynamics, supported by a flexible global supply chain and manufacturing network, enhances our confidence in delivering long-term value,” concluded Mr. Batten.

Third Quarter Results

Sales for the fiscal 2025 third quarter increased 9.5% year-over-year to $81.2 million, driven by the addition of Katsa Oy and Kobelt, along with strength in the Company’s Marine and Propulsion Systems and Industrial product segments. On an organic basis, which excludes the impacts of acquisitions and foreign currency exchange, revenue increased 1.7%, due primarily to continued strength in Veth offset by reduced shipments of oil and gas transmissions into China.

Sales by product group (certain amounts have been reclassified from Marine and Propulsion to Other):

Product Group	Q3 FY25 Sales		Q3 FY24 Sales		Change (%)
(Thousands of $):
Marine and Propulsion Systems		$49,297		$44,530	10.7	%
Land-Based Transmissions		17,776		19,090	-6.9	%
Industrial		9,734		6,232	56.2	%
Other		4,435		4,309	2.9	%
Total		$81,242		$74,161	9.5	%

Twin Disc delivered double-digit sales growth year-over-year in the European region. With the acquisition of Katsa, the distribution of sales across geographical regions shifted, with a lower proportion of sales coming from the Non-European regions.

Gross profit increased 3.8% to $21.7 million compared to $20.9 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Third quarter gross margin decreased approximately 150 basis points to 26.7% from the prior year period, reflecting the impact of an unfavorable product mix, with reduced shipments of oil and gas transmissions into China.

Marketing, engineering and administrative (ME&A) expense increased by $2.3 million, or 13.2%, to $19.4 million, compared to $17.2 million in the prior year quarter. The increased ME&A expense was primarily driven by the addition of Katsa and Kobelt and an increase to professional fees and an inflationary impact on wages and benefits.

Net loss attributable to Twin Disc for the quarter was ($1.5 million), or ($0.11) per diluted share, compared to net income attributable to Twin Disc of $3.8 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, for the third fiscal quarter of 2024. The year-over-year change was driven by reduced operating income, an increase in Other Expense ($1.6 million) related to a currency loss ($1.1 million) and an increase in the amortization of the net actuarial loss related to the Company’s domestic defined benefit pension plan ($0.5 million). Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) were $4.0 million in the third quarter, down 42.7% compared to the third quarter of fiscal 2024.

On a consolidated basis, the backlog of orders to be shipped over the next six months is approximately $133.7 million, compared to $124.0 million at the end of the second quarter. As a percentage of six-month backlog, inventory decreased from 103.4% at the end of the second quarter, to 103.2% at the end of the third quarter. Compared to the third fiscal quarter of 2024, cash decreased 19.1% to $16.2 million, total debt increased 139.3% to $40.8 million, and net debt* increased $31.3 million to $24.5 million. The increase was primarily attributable to higher long-term debt related to the Katsa and Kobelt acquisitions.

CFO Perspective

Jeffrey S. Knutson, Vice President of Finance, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Secretary, stated, “Twin Disc delivered improved margins and positive free cash flow in the third quarter, driven by stronger operational execution and disciplined cost control. Gross margins remained strong at 26.7%, reflecting improvement through the quarter, with Veth performance showing notable progress. While foreign exchange volatility impacted results, core operational trends were encouraging. As we continue to integrate Kobelt and Katsa and identify further efficiencies across the business, we remain focused on advancing our strategic priorities. Our ability to generate cash and maintain a strong balance sheet positions us well to support long-term growth and navigate ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.”

Discussion of Results

Twin Disc will host a conference call to discuss these results and to answer questions at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on May 7, 2025. The live audio webcast will be available on Twin Disc’s website at https://ir.twindisc.com. To participate in the conference call, please dial (646) 307-1963 approximately ten minutes before the call is scheduled to begin. A replay of the webcast will be available at https://ir.twindisc.com shortly after the call until May 6, 2026.

About Twin Disc

Twin Disc, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells marine and heavy-duty off-highway power transmission equipment. Products offered include marine transmissions, azimuth drives, surface drives, propellers, and boat management systems, as well as power-shift transmissions, hydraulic torque converters, power take-offs, industrial clutches, and control systems. The Company sells its products to customers primarily in the pleasure craft, commercial and military marine markets, as well as in the energy and natural resources, government, and industrial markets. The Company’s worldwide sales to both domestic and foreign customers are transacted through a direct sales force and a distributor network. For more information, please visit www.twindisc.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain statements that are forward looking as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission in its rules, regulations, and releases. The words “anticipates,” “believes,” “intends,” “estimates,” and “expects,” or similar anticipatory expressions, usually identify forward-looking statements. The Company intends that such forward-looking statements qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from current expectations. Such risks and uncertainties include the impact of general economic conditions and the cyclical nature of many of the Company’s product markets; foreign currency risks and other risks associated with the Company’s international sales and operations; the ability of the Company to successfully implement price increases to offset increasing commodity costs; the ability of the Company to generate sufficient cash to pay its indebtedness as it becomes due; and the possibility of unforeseen tax consequences and the impact of tax reform in the U.S. or other jurisdictions. These and other risks are described under the caption “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of the Company’s most recent Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as supplemented in subsequent periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly, the making of such statements should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the results expressed therein will be achieved. The Company assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events, new information, or otherwise.

*Non-GAAP Financial Information

Financial information excluding the impact of asset impairments, restructuring charges, foreign currency exchange rate changes and the impact of acquisitions, if any, in this press release are not measures that are defined in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”). These items are measures that management believes are important to adjust for in order to have a meaningful comparison to prior and future periods and to provide a basis for future projections and for estimating our earnings growth prospects. Non-GAAP measures are used by management as a performance measure to judge profitability of our business absent the impact of foreign currency exchange rate changes and acquisitions. Management analyzes the company’s business performance and trends excluding these amounts. These measures, as well as EBITDA, provide a more consistent view of performance than the closest GAAP equivalent for management and investors. Management compensates for this by using these measures in combination with the GAAP measures. The presentation of the non-GAAP measures in this press release are made alongside the most directly comparable GAAP measures.

Definitions

Organic net sales is defined respectively as net sales excluding the recent acquisitions of Katsa Oy and Kobelt while adjusting for the effects of foreign currency exchange.

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) is calculated as net earnings or loss excluding interest expense, the provision or benefit for income taxes, depreciation, and amortization expenses.

Net debt is calculated as total debt less cash.
   

Investors:
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND
COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(In thousands, except per-share data; unaudited)
		For the Quarter Ended						For the Three Quarters Ended
		March 28, 2025			March 29, 2024			March 28, 2025			March 29, 2024
Net sales	$	81,242		$	74,161		$	244,060		$	210,709
Cost of goods sold		59,536			53,221			179,773			149,377
Cost of goods sold - Other		-			-			1,579			3,099
Gross profit		21,706			20,940			62,708			58,233
Marketing, engineering, and administrative expenses		19,472			17,199			57,811			51,268
Restructuring expenses		287			139			355			207
Income from operations		1,947			3,602			4,542			6,758
Other (expense) income:
Interest expense		(660	)		(263	)		(1,791	)		(1,049	)
Other (expense) income, net		(1,567	)		959			(2,525	)		649
		(2,227	)		696			(4,316	)		(400	)
(Loss) income before income taxes and noncontrolling interest		(280	)		4,298			226			6,358
Income tax expense		1,142			398			3,320			2,606
Net (loss) income		(1,422	)		3,900			(3,094	)		3,752
Less: Net earnings attributable to noncontrolling interest, net of tax		(50	)		(78	)		(223	)		(173	)
Net (loss) income attributable to Twin Disc, Incorporated	$	(1,472	)	$	3,822		$	(3,317	)	$	3,579
Dividends per share	$	0.04		$	0.04		$	0.12		$	0.08
(Loss) income per share data:
Basic (loss) income per share attributable to Twin Disc, Incorporated common shareholders	$	(0.11	)	$	0.28		$	(0.24	)	$	0.26
Diluted (loss) income per share attributable to Twin Disc, Incorporated common shareholders	$	(0.11	)	$	0.27		$	(0.24	)	$	0.26
Weighted average shares outstanding data:
Basic shares outstanding		13,895			13,742			13,841			13,663
Diluted shares outstanding		13,895			13,904			13,841			13,852
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net (loss) income	$	(1,422	)	$	3,900		$	(3,094	)	$	3,752
Benefit plan adjustments, net of income taxes of ($5), $10, ($3) and $2, respectively		201			(191	)		(1,245	)		(470	)
Foreign currency translation adjustment		4,152			(3,084	)		74			(930	)
Unrealized (loss) gain on hedges, net of income taxes of $0, $0, $0 and $0, respectively		(653	)		196			(360	)		(73	)
Comprehensive income (loss)		2,278			821			(4,625	)		2,279
Less: Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest		(82	)		(34	)		(340	)		(224	)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Twin Disc, Incorporated	$	2,196		$	787		$	(4,965	)	$	2,055

RECONCILIATION OF CONSOLIDATED NET INCOME TO EBITDA
(In thousands; unaudited)
	For the Quarter Ended								For the Three Quarters Ended
	March 28, 2025				March 29, 2024				March 28, 2025				March 29, 2024
Net (loss) income attributable to Twin Disc	$	(1,472	)		$	3,822			$	(3,317	)		$	3,579
Interest expense		660				263				1,791				1,049
Income tax expense		1,142				398				3,320				2,606
Depreciation and amortization		3,659				2,474				10,194				7,497
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA)	$	3,989			$	6,957			$	11,988			$	14,731

RECONCILIATION OF TOTAL DEBT TO NET DEBT
(In thousands; unaudited)
	March 28, 2025				March 29, 2024
Current maturities of long-term debt	$	3,000			$	2,000
Long-term debt		37,774				15,042
Total debt		40,774				17,042
Less cash		16,245				23,843
Net debt	$	24,529			$	(6,801	)

RECONCILIATION OF REPORTED NET SALES TO ORGANIC NET SALES
(In thousands; unaudited)
	March 28, 2025				March 29, 2024
Net Sales	$	81,242			$	74,161
Less: Acquisitions/Divestitures		(8,346	)			-
Less: Foreign Currency Impact		2,534				-
Organic Net Sales	$	75,430			$	74,161

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands; except share amounts, unaudited)
		March 28, 2025			June 30, 2024
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash	$	16,245		$	20,070
Trade accounts receivable, net		57,315			52,207
Inventories,net		137,957			130,484
Other current assets		20,451			16,870
Total current assets		231,968			219,631
Property, plant and equipment, net		63,659			58,074
Right-of-use assets operating lease assets		17,016			16,622
Goodwill		2,107			-
Intangible assets, net		12,930			12,686
Deferred income taxes		2,497			2,339
Other noncurrent assets		2,705			2,706
Total assets	$	332,882		$	312,058
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt	$	3,000		$	2,000
Current maturities of right-of use operating lease obligations		3,155			2,521
Accounts payable		31,568			32,586
Accrued liabilities		72,134			62,409
Total current liabilities		109,857			99,516
Long-term debt		37,774			23,811
Right-of-use lease obligations		14,349			14,376
Accrued retirement benefits		9,610			7,854
Deferred income taxes		4,768			5,340
Other long-term liabilities		6,335			6,107
Total liabilities		182,693			157,004
Twin Disc, Incorporated shareholders' equity:
Preferred shares authorized: 200,000; issued: none; no par value		-			-
Common shares authorized: 30,000,000; issued: 14,632,802; no par value		40,927			41,798
Retained earnings		124,572			129,592
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(8,554	)		(6,905	)
		156,945			164,485
Less treasury stock, at cost (485,141 and 637,778 shares, respectively)		7,448			9,783
Total Twin Disc, Incorporated shareholders' equity		149,497			154,702
Noncontrolling interest		692			352
Total equity		150,189			155,054
Total liabilities and equity	$	332,882		$	312,058

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands; unaudited)
	For the Three Quarters Ended
		March 28, 2025				March 29, 2024
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net (loss) income	$	(3,094	)		$	3,752
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization		10,194				7,497
(Gain) loss on sale of assets		(72	)			(87	)
Loss on write-down of industrial product inventory		1,579				-
Loss on sale of boat management product line and related inventory		-				3,099
Restructuring expenses		238				128
(Benefit) provision for deferred income taxes		(790	)			239
Stock compensation expense and other non-cash changes, net		3,124				2,242
Net change in operating assets and liabilities		(3,648	)			5,403
Net cash provided by operating activities		7,531				22,273
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Acquisition of property, plant, and equipment		(7,452	)			(7,598	)
Acquisition of Kobelt, less cash acquired		(16,346	)			-
Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment		102				-
Other, net		(274	)			(167	)
Net cash used by investing activities		(23,970	)			(7,765	)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Borrowings under long-term debt agreement		6,500				-
Borrowings under revolving loan arrangements		95,727				66,661
Repayments of revolving loan arrangements		(86,434	)			(66,661	)
Repayments of other long-term debt		(1,000	)			(1,510	)
Dividends paid to shareholders		(1,702	)			(1,119	)
Payments of right-of-use finance lease obligations		(1,646	)			(663	)
Payments of withholding taxes on stock compensation		(1,256	)			(1,791	)
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities		10,189				(5,083	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash		2,425				1,155
Net change in cash		(3,825	)			10,580
Cash:
Beginning of period		20,070				13,263
End of period	$	16,245			$	23,843

FAQ

What were Twin Disc's (TWIN) Q3 2025 earnings results?

Twin Disc reported a net loss of $1.5 million ($0.11 per share) on sales of $81.2 million, compared to net income of $3.8 million in Q3 2024.

How much did Twin Disc's (TWIN) revenue grow in Q3 2025?

Twin Disc's revenue grew 9.5% year-over-year to $81.2 million, with organic growth of 1.7% excluding acquisitions and currency effects.

What is Twin Disc's (TWIN) current backlog as of Q3 2025?

Twin Disc's six-month backlog stands at $133.7 million, up from $124.0 million at the end of Q2 2025.

How much debt does Twin Disc (TWIN) have in Q3 2025?

Twin Disc's total debt is $40.8 million, a 139.3% increase from the previous year, primarily due to the Katsa and Kobelt acquisitions.

What were Twin Disc's (TWIN) best performing segments in Q3 2025?

The Industrial segment grew 56.2% and Marine and Propulsion Systems increased 10.7% year-over-year.