Sequential Revenue Improvements
The company experienced sequential revenue improvements across all three segments, with a significant step-up in food processing revenues compared to the first quarter.
Strong EBITDA Margins
Commercial Foodservice delivered over $580 million in revenue with a strong 27% EBITDA margin. Residential and Food Processing segments also reported EBITDA margins exceeding 10% and 21% respectively.
Successful Share Repurchases
During Q2, the company repurchased over 2.2 million shares for nearly $323 million, with further purchases in July amounting to $97 million for over 650,000 shares.
Innovation and Product Development
Middleby introduced more new products and innovations in the past 3 years than at any other time in its history, receiving 24 individual innovation awards in 18 months.
Growth in New Market Segments
The company's entry into the ice and beverage product categories is highlighted as a transformational growth opportunity with significant potential.