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Kimball Electronics Reports Q4 Results With Solid Finish to the Fiscal Year; Company Provides Guidance for Fiscal 2026

MWN-AI** Summary

Kimball Electronics, Inc. recently announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, showcasing a solid finish despite some challenges. The company reported net sales of $380.5 million for Q4, a slight sequential increase of 2% compared to the previous quarter, although down 12% year-over-year. Operating income was recorded at $16.5 million, or 4.3% of net sales, with adjusted operating income of $19.6 million (5.2% of net sales).

Notably, Kimball Electronics demonstrated strong cash flow results, generating $78.1 million from operations, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow, which facilitated a reduction in debt by $31.3 million. The company ended the quarter with an inventory decrease of $23.1 million, bringing total inventory to $273.5 million.

Looking ahead, Kimball Electronics provided guidance for fiscal 2026, forecasting net sales between $1.35 billion to $1.45 billion, which indicates a potential decline of 2% to 9% compared to the previous fiscal year. The company anticipates adjusted operating income to remain consistent at approximately 4.0%-4.25% of net sales. CEO Richard D. Phillips emphasized the firm’s focus on strategic positioning for future growth in medical and industrial sectors, although he acknowledged anticipated challenges in the automotive sector following specific program losses.

Overall, Kimball Electronics’ Q4 results underscore a prudent approach to financial management, marked by cash flow optimization and a focus on cost structure adjustments, setting a forward-looking tone as they navigate expected transitions in the upcoming fiscal year.

MWN-AI** Analysis

Kimball Electronics (NASDAQ: KE) recently reported its Q4 fiscal 2025 results, demonstrating resilience with a solid finish to the year. Net sales reached $380.5 million, reflecting a 2% sequential increase, while operating income margins remained stable despite overall revenue being down 12% year-over-year. The company effectively reduced its inventory by $23.1 million, resulting in improved working capital management.

The most notable feat was the continuation of positive cash flow for six straight quarters, generating $78.1 million from operations. This, alongside a significant $147.3 million debt reduction year-over-year, showcases prudent financial management, positioning the balance sheet for forthcoming investments and growth opportunities.

Looking ahead, Kimball projects net sales for fiscal 2026 to decline to between $1.35 billion and $1.45 billion, a decrease of 2% to 9% from fiscal 2025. The anticipated dip is primarily due to challenges in the automotive segment after losing a key program. However, management remains optimistic about modest growth in medical and industrial verticals.

Investors should focus on the company’s strategic pivot towards becoming a more robust player in the medical Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) space, which could yield future growth despite current headwinds. The emphasis on cost management, alongside the ongoing focus on automation and expansions—a $50 to $60 million capital expenditure plan primarily for a new facility in Indianapolis—signals a proactive approach to navigating market dynamics.

In conclusion, while short-term revenue pressures exist, Kimball Electronics’ overall financial health, strengthened balance sheet, and strategic adjustments present a cautiously optimistic investment case. The stock could be positioned favorably for rebound potential as market conditions improve. Investors should watch the unfolding transition into fiscal 2026 closely.

**MWN-AI Summary and Analysis is based on asking OpenAI to summarize and analyze this news release.

Source: Business Wire

Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights

  • Net sales totaled $380.5 million, a 2% sequential increase compared to Q3
  • Operating income of $16.5 million, or 4.3% of net sales
  • Adjusted operating income of $19.6 million, or 5.2% of net sales
  • Inventory of $273.5 million, a reduction of $23.1 million in the quarter
  • Cash generated from operating activities of $78.1 million, the sixth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow
  • Borrowings on credit facilities of $147.5 million, a $31.3 million decrease from Q3
  • Cash Conversion Days of 85, the lowest result in three years

Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250813325066/en/

Three Months Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

June 30,

June 30,

(Amounts in Thousands, except EPS)

2025

2024

2025

2024

Net Sales

$

380,472

$

430,158

$

1,486,727

$

1,714,510

Operating Income

$

16,474

$

19,608

$

45,535

$

49,277

Adjusted Operating Income (non-GAAP) (1)

$

19,638

$

22,694

$

61,267

$

81,496

Operating Income %

4.3

%

4.6

%

3.1

%

2.9

%

Adjusted Operating Income (non-GAAP) %

5.2

%

5.3

%

4.1

%

4.8

%

Net Income

$

6,581

$

7,543

$

16,984

$

20,511

Adjusted Net Income (non-GAAP) (1)

$

8,438

$

9,688

$

28,156

$

41,295

Diluted EPS

$

0.26

$

0.30

$

0.68

$

0.81

Adjusted Diluted EPS (non-GAAP) (1)

$

0.34

$

0.38

$

1.12

$

1.64

(1)

Beginning in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, adjusted results exclude stock compensation expense. Prior reported periods have been revised accordingly. A reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures is included below.

Commenting on today’s announcement, Richard D. Phillips, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “I’m encouraged by the results for the fourth quarter and solid finish to the fiscal year. Q4 came in better than expected, as sales increased sequentially, margins improved, and working capital management drove our sixth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow which was used to pay down debt. Our balance sheet is now in a position of competitive strength with ample liquidity to weather an unpredictable environment, while providing dry powder for opportunistic investments.”

Mr. Phillips continued, “In total, fiscal 2025 was a year of ‘controlling what we could control’. I’m proud of our team as we made significant progress positioning the Company for a return to profitable growth with a record number of wins for future business, adjusting the cost structure and aligning the portfolio to demand trends, and intensifying our focus as a medical CMO. We expect fiscal 2026 to be another step forward in the journey which will unfold over time.”

The Company ended the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 with cash and cash equivalents of $88.8 million and borrowing capacity of $291.7 million. The Company invested $3.0 million to repurchase 162,000 shares of common stock.

Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights

  • Net sales totaled $1,486.7 million, the third highest annual revenue total for the Company
  • Operating income of $45.5 million, or 3.1% of net sales; adjusted operating income of $61.3 million, or 4.1% of net sales
  • Inventory reduced $64.6 million, or 19%, in the fiscal year
  • Debt paid down by $147.3 million, or 50%, year-over-year; the lowest level of debt in 3 years
  • Cash generated from operating activities of $183.9 million, a record result for annual cash flow
  • Invested $12.0 million to repurchase 653,000 shares of common stock

Net Sales by Vertical Market for Q4 and Full Year Fiscal 2025:

Three Months Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

June 30,

June 30,

(Amounts in Millions)

2025

*

2024

*

Percent
Change

2025

*

2024

*

Percent
Change

Automotive

$

183.7

48

%

$

211.7

49

%

(13

)%

$

737.9

49

%

$

826.4

48

%

(11

)%

Medical

107.2

28

%

102.2

24

%

5

%

396.2

27

%

425.7

25

%

(7

)%

Industrial excluding AT&M (1)

89.6

24

%

101.5

24

%

(12

)%

350.5

24

%

416.7

24

%

(16

)%

Net Sales excluding AT&M (1)

$

380.5

100

%

$

415.4

97

%

(8

)%

$

1,484.6

100

%

$

1,668.8

97

%

(11

)%

AT&M (1)

%

14.8

3

%

(100

)%

2.1

%

45.7

3

%

(95

)%

Total Net Sales

$

380.5

100

%

$

430.2

100

%

(12

)%

$

1,486.7

100

%

$

1,714.5

100

%

(13

)%

*

As a percent of Total Net Sales

(1)

Sales from our Automation, Test, and Measurement business (AT&M), which was divested effective July 31, 2024, were previously included in the Industrial vertical

?

Automotive includes electronic power steering, body controls, automated driver assist systems, and electronic braking systems

?

Medical includes sleep therapy and respiratory care, image guided therapy, in vitro diagnostics, drug delivery, AED, and patient monitoring

?

Industrial includes climate controls, automation controls, and public safety

“Fiscal 2026 will be a year of transition. We expect modest top line growth in our medical and industrial businesses, but it will be offset by a decline in automotive, with a full year impact from the loss of the braking program in Reynosa. Margins are estimated to be in line with FY25, but it’s important to note that when top line growth returns, enhancements to our cost structure should support margin improvement. Capital expenditures will be heavily weighted toward our new facility in Indianapolis, with the balance supporting growth, automation, and maintenance.”

Jana T. Croom
Chief Financial Officer

Fiscal Year 2026 Guidance

  • Net sales of $1,350 - $1,450 million, a 2% to 9% decrease compared to fiscal 2025
  • Adjusted operating income of 4.0% - 4.25% of net sales, compared to 4.1% of net sales in fiscal 2025
  • Capital expenditures of $50 - $60 million

Conference Call / Webcast

Date:

August 14, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM Eastern Time

Live Webcast:

investors.kimballelectronics.com/events-and-presentations/events

Dial-In #:

877-407-8293 (or 201-689-8349)

For those unable to participate in the live webcast, the call will be archived at investors.kimballelectronics.com

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained within this release are considered forward-looking, including our guidance, under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The statements may be identified by the use of words such as “expect,” “should,” “goal,” “predict,” “will,” “future,” “optimistic,” “confident,” and “believe.” Undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations of future events and thus are inherently subject to uncertainty. If underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from our expectations and projections. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, global economic conditions, geopolitical environment and conflicts such as the war in Ukraine, global health emergencies, availability or cost of raw materials and components, tariffs and other trade barriers, foreign exchange rate fluctuations, and our ability to convert new business opportunities into customers and revenue. Additional cautionary statements regarding other risk factors that could have an effect on the future performance of the company are contained in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2024.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains non-GAAP financial measures. The non-GAAP financial measures contained herein include constant currency growth, net sales excluding Automation, Test & Measurement, adjusted selling and administrative expenses, adjusted operating income, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS, and ROIC. Reconciliations of the reported GAAP numbers to these non-GAAP financial measures are included in the Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures section below. Management believes these measures are useful and allow investors to meaningfully trend, analyze, and benchmark the performance of the company’s core operations. The company’s non-GAAP financial measures are not necessarily comparable to non-GAAP information used by other companies.

About Kimball Electronics, Inc.

Kimball Electronics is a global, multifaceted manufacturer offering Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) solutions to customers around the world. From our operations in the United States, China, Mexico, Poland, Romania, and Thailand, our teams are proud to provide manufacturing services for a variety of industries. Recognized for a reputation of excellence, we are committed to a high-performance culture that values quality, reliability, value, speed, and ethical behavior. Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.

To learn more about Kimball Electronics, visit www.kimballelectronics.com .

Lasting relationships. Global success.

Financial highlights for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 are as follows:

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

(Amounts in Thousands, except Per Share Data)

June 30, 2025

June 30, 2024

Net Sales

$

380,472

100.0

%

$

430,158

100.0

%

Cost of Sales

349,991

92.0

%

393,420

91.5

%

Gross Profit

30,481

8.0

%

36,738

8.5

%

Selling and Administrative Expenses

13,163

3.5

%

15,890

3.6

%

Restructuring Expense

1,971

0.5

%

764

0.2

%

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal)

(1,127

)

(0.3

)%

476

0.1

%

Operating Income

16,474

4.3

%

19,608

4.6

%

Interest Income

196

0.1

%

155

%

Interest Expense

(2,776

)

(0.7

)%

(5,380

)

(1.3

)%

Non-Operating Income (Expense), net

(1,177

)

(0.4

)%

(918

)

(0.2

)%

Other Income (Expense), net

(3,757

)

(1.0

)%

(6,143

)

(1.5

)%

Income Before Taxes on Income

12,717

3.3

%

13,465

3.1

%

Provision for Income Taxes

6,136

1.6

%

5,922

1.3

%

Net Income

$

6,581

1.7

%

$

7,543

1.8

%

Earnings Per Share of Common Stock:

Basic

$

0.27

$

0.30

Diluted

$

0.26

$

0.30

Average Number of Shares Outstanding:

Basic

24,552

25,064

Diluted

24,840

25,246

(Unaudited)

Fiscal Year Ended

(Amounts in Thousands, except Per Share Data)

June 30, 2025

June 30, 2024

Net Sales

$

1,486,727

100.0

%

$

1,714,510

100.0

%

Cost of Sales

1,382,323

93.0

%

1,574,253

91.8

%

Gross Profit

104,404

7.0

%

140,257

8.2

%

Selling and Administrative Expenses

50,270

3.4

%

66,626

4.0

%

Other General Expense (Income)

%

(892

)

(0.1

)%

Restructuring Expense

10,990

0.7

%

2,386

0.1

%

Goodwill Impairment

%

5,820

0.3

%

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal)

(2,391

)

(0.2

)%

17,040

1.0

%

Operating Income

45,535

3.1

%

49,277

2.9

%

Interest Income

771

0.1

%

638

%

Interest Expense

(14,745

)

(1.0

)%

(22,839

)

(1.3

)%

Non-Operating Income (Expense), net

(5,332

)

(0.4

)%

(1,877

)

%

Other Income (Expense), net

(19,306

)

(1.3

)%

(24,078

)

(1.4

)%

Income Before Taxes on Income

26,229

1.8

%

25,199

1.5

%

Provision for Income Taxes

9,245

0.7

%

4,688

0.3

%

Net Income

$

16,984

1.1

%

$

20,511

1.2

%

Earnings Per Share of Common Stock:

Basic

$

0.68

$

0.82

Diluted

$

0.68

$

0.81

Average Number of Shares Outstanding:

Basic

24,782

25,079

Diluted

25,017

25,278

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Fiscal Year Ended

(Unaudited)

June 30,

(Amounts in Thousands)

2025

2024

Net Cash Flow provided by Operating Activities

$

183,937

$

73,217

Net Cash Flow used for Investing Activities

(14,700

)

(46,521

)

Net Cash Flow (used for) provided by Financing Activities

(160,874

)

8,974

Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash

2,325

(755

)

Net Increase in Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash

10,688

34,915

Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period

78,779

43,864

Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash at End of Period

$

89,467

$

78,779

(Unaudited)

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

June 30,
2025

June 30,
2024

(Amounts in Thousands)

ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalents

$

88,781

$

77,965

Receivables, net

222,623

282,336

Contract assets

71,812

76,320

Inventories

273,500

338,116

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

36,027

44,682

Assets held for sale

6,861

27,587

Property and Equipment, net

264,804

269,659

Goodwill

6,191

6,191

Other Intangible Assets, net

2,427

2,994

Other Assets, net

104,286

82,069

Total Assets

$

1,077,312

$

1,207,919

LIABILITIES AND SHARE OWNERS EQUITY

Current portion of long-term debt

$

17,400

$

59,837

Accounts payable

218,805

213,551

Advances from customers

35,867

30,151

Accrued expenses

46,489

63,189

Liabilities held for sale

8,594

Long-term debt, less current portion

129,650

235,000

Long-term income taxes payable

3,255

Other long-term liabilities

59,217

53,881

Share Owners’ Equity

569,884

540,461

Total Liabilities and Share Owners’ Equity

$

1,077,312

$

1,207,919

Other Financial Metrics

(Unaudited)

(Amounts in Millions, except CCD)

At or For the

Three Months Ended

June 30,

March 31,

June 30,

2025

2025

2024

Depreciation and Amortization

$

9.6

$

9.2

$

9.5

Cash Conversion Days (CCD) (1)

85

99

100

Open Orders (2)

$

702

$

642

$

714

(1)

Cash Conversion Days (“CCD”) are calculated as the sum of Days Sales Outstanding plus Contract Asset Days plus Production Days Supply on Hand less Accounts Payable Days and less Advances from Customers Days. CCD, or a similar metric, is used in our industry and by our management to measure the efficiency of managing working capital.

(2)

Open Orders are the aggregate sales price of production pursuant to unfulfilled customer orders.

Select Financial Results of Automation, Test and Measurement

(Unaudited)

(Amounts in Millions)

Three Months Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

June 30,

June 30,

2025

2024

2025

2024

Net Sales

$

$

14.8

$

2.1

$

45.7

Operating Income (Loss) (1)

$

1.1

$

2.0

$

2.0

$

(22.2

)

(1)

Includes gain on sale of $1.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025 and $2.4 million for fiscal year 2025 following the close of the sale on July 31, 2024. Includes goodwill impairment of $5.8 million and asset impairment of $17.0 million for the year ended June 30, 2024. Each period also includes allocated corporate overhead expenses.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

(Unaudited, Amounts in Thousands, except Per Share Data)

Three Months Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

June 30,

June 30,

2025

2024

2025

2024

Net Sales Growth (vs. same period in prior year)

(12

)%

(13

)%

(13

)%

(6

)%

Foreign Currency Exchange Impact

1

%

%

1

%

%

Constant Currency Growth

(13

)%

(13

)%

(14

)%

(6

)%

Selling and Administrative Expenses, as reported

$

13,163

$

15,890

$

50,270

$

66,626

Stock Compensation Expense

(1,991

)

(1,750

)

(6,519

)

(7,185

)

SERP

(329

)

(96

)

(614

)

(680

)

Adjusted Selling and Administrative Expenses

$

10,843

$

14,044

$

43,137

$

58,761

Operating Income, as reported

$

16,474

$

19,608

$

45,535

$

49,277

Stock Compensation Expense

1,991

1,750

6,519

7,185

SERP

329

96

614

680

Legal Settlements (Recovery)

(892

)

Restructuring Expense

1,971

764

10,990

2,386

Goodwill Impairment

5,820

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal)

(1,127

)

476

(2,391

)

17,040

Adjusted Operating Income

$

19,638

$

22,694

$

61,267

$

81,496

Net Income, as reported

$

6,581

$

7,543

$

16,984

$

20,511

Stock Compensation Expense, After-Tax

1,510

1,327

4,944

5,449

Legal Settlements (Recovery), After-Tax

(676

)

Restructuring Expense, After-Tax

1,474

580

8,314

1,810

Goodwill Impairment, After-Tax

4,414

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal), After-Tax

(1,127

)

238

(2,086

)

9,787

Adjusted Net Income

$

8,438

$

9,688

$

28,156

$

41,295

Diluted Earnings per Share, as reported

$

0.26

$

0.30

$

0.68

$

0.81

Stock Compensation Expense

0.06

0.05

0.19

0.22

Legal Settlements (Recovery)

(0.03

)

Restructuring Expense

0.06

0.02

0.33

0.07

Goodwill Impairment

0.18

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal)

(0.04

)

0.01

(0.08

)

0.39

Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share

$

0.34

$

0.38

$

1.12

$

1.64

Fiscal Year Ended

June 30,

2025

2024

Operating Income

$

45,535

$

49,277

Goodwill Impairment

5,820

SERP

614

680

Restructuring Expense

10,990

2,386

Asset Impairment (Gain on Disposal)

(2,391

)

17,040

Legal Settlements (Recovery)

(892

)

Stock Compensation Expense

6,519

7,185

Adjusted Operating Income (non-GAAP)

$

61,267

$

81,496

Tax Effect

24,508

17,297

After-tax Adjusted Operating Income

$

36,759

$

64,199

Average Invested Capital (1)

$

693,144

$

782,093

ROIC

5.3

%

8.2

%

(1)

Average invested capital is computed using Share Owners’ equity plus current and non-current debt less cash and cash equivalents averaged for the last five quarters.

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Andrew D. Regrut
Treasurer and Investor Relations Officer
812.827.4151
Investor.Relations@kimballelectronics.com

FAQ**

What are the key factors contributing to the 2% sequential increase in net sales for Kimball Electronics Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) in the fourth quarter of 2025, and how do these factors compare to the sales trends in previous quarters?

The 2% sequential increase in net sales for Kimball Electronics Inc. in Q4 2025 is primarily driven by stronger demand in the automotive and medical sectors, as well as improved supply chain efficiency, contrasting with the flat sales trends in prior quarters.

With a reported operating income of $16.5 million but a decline in annual revenue, what strategies is Kimball Electronics Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) implementing to enhance profitability moving into fiscal 2026?

Kimball Electronics Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) is focusing on operational efficiency, product innovation, and strategic partnerships to enhance profitability despite the decline in annual revenue as it moves into fiscal 2026.

How does Kimball Electronics Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) plan to address the anticipated decline in automotive revenues in fiscal 2026, especially after losing a significant braking program?

Kimball Electronics Inc. plans to diversify its revenue streams by enhancing its capabilities in other sectors and pursuing new business opportunities to mitigate the anticipated decline in automotive revenues for fiscal 2026 following the loss of the braking program.

Given the significant debt reduction of $147.3 million, what are Kimball Electronics Inc. (Nasdaq: KE)'s plans for future capital investments and shareholder returns amidst the projected modest growth in some business segments?

Kimball Electronics Inc. plans to strategically allocate its resources towards targeted capital investments to enhance operational efficiency while prioritizing shareholder returns through potential dividends and share repurchases, despite modest growth projections in certain business segments.

**MWN-AI FAQ is based on asking OpenAI questions about Kimball Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ: KE).

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