Revenue Growth and Margin Expansion
Itron reported first quarter revenue of $607 million, a 1% increase year-over-year. The company achieved a record gross margin of 35.8%, which was 180 basis points higher than last year, driven by favorable product mix and operational efficiencies.
Strong Earnings Growth
Non-GAAP earnings per share increased to $1.52, up from $1.24 a year ago. Adjusted EBITDA was $88 million, marking a 15% increase with a company record EBITDA margin of 14.5%.
Device Solutions and Outcomes Segment Performance
Device Solutions segment achieved record gross margin of 30% and operating margin of 24.2%. Outcomes revenue grew 14% year-over-year, supported by increased recurring revenue and software licenses.
Bookings and Backlog
Bookings in the first quarter totaled $530 million, an increase of $169 million from last year. The backlog remained near record levels at $4.7 billion.