Luxfer Holdings PLC reported mixed financial results for the third quarter and the first nine months of 2024, with net sales showing a slight increase of 0.2% in Q3, while year-to-date sales decreased by 7.4%. The revenue growth in Q3 was attributed to strong sales in magnesium powders for military applications, medical and industrial gas cylinders, and magnesium alloys for aerospace and automotive sectors. However, the overall decline in sales for the first nine months was primarily due to reduced demand for zirconium products and lower sales of alternative fuel cylinders.
Gross profit margins improved significantly, with an increase of 7.5 percentage points in Q3 and 2.4 percentage points year-to-date, driven by contract renegotiations and manufacturing efficiencies. Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) costs rose slightly as a percentage of sales, reflecting changes in variable management compensation. Restructuring charges totaled $0.5 million in Q3 and $2.3 million for the first nine months, aimed at reducing fixed costs and realigning the business.
The company recognized a $6.1 million gain on the disposal of assets in Q3, related to the sale of land and buildings in the Elektron division. Additionally, other income for the quarter was $1.9 million, primarily from legal cost recoveries. The effective income tax rate for continuing operations was 34.2%, a significant increase from a tax credit of 39.3% in the same period last year.
In terms of segment performance, the Gas Cylinders segment experienced a 4.7% decline in Q3 sales, while the Elektron segment saw a 7.0% increase, driven by military applications. The Graphic Arts segment reported a 12.7% increase in Q3 but a 5.1% decrease year-to-date, impacted by fluctuating demand for photo-engraving plates.
The company has undertaken strategic initiatives, including the divestiture of the Graphic Arts segment and the classification of the Superform aluminum business as discontinued operations. Restructuring efforts are focused on the North American Gas Cylinders business, with total restructuring charges lower than in the previous year.
Cash generated from continuing operations for the first nine months of 2024 was $25.4 million, a significant increase from $10.2 million in the same period of 2023. The company repaid $2.9 million on its revolving credit facility, with an outstanding balance of $41.1 million as of September 29, 2024. The company continues to maintain compliance with its banking covenants and has a solid cash position with $83.9 million undrawn on its revolving credit facility.
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