Adjusted EBITDA and EPS Guidance Increase
Gates raised its adjusted EBITDA midpoint to $780 million and adjusted EPS midpoint to $1.48, indicating confidence in future performance despite macroeconomic uncertainties.
Strong Performance in Personal Mobility
The Personal Mobility segment grew 18% in the quarter, showing significant recovery and growth potential following a two-year destocking phase.
Improved Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
Net leverage declined to 2.2x, with a target of below 2x by year-end 2025. Free cash flow grew 11% year-over-year, and the company plans to pay down an additional $100 million of gross debt.
Data Center Market Opportunities
The company is gaining traction in the data center market with a pipeline approaching $150 million, highlighting successful product development and customer acquisition.
Gross Margin Expansion
Gross margin expanded by 40 basis points, maintaining above 40% for five consecutive quarters, indicating strong operational efficiency.