Top-Line Growth
Revenue increased 4.1% year-over-year (overall sales up ~4%) with medical sales growing 5.9% (reported as 6%), driven by strength in robotic-assisted surgery, patient surfaces & support, and interventional & surgical segments.
Strong Submarket Performance
Notable segment growth: robotic surgery +7%, patient surfaces & support +11%, and interventional & surgical +15%.
Improved Gross Margin
Gross profit margin rose to 28.8% from 28.5% a year ago, despite ongoing labor inefficiencies at AJR.
Solid Adjusted Profitability Metrics
Adjusted operating margin was 16.7% of sales and adjusted diluted EPS was $2.48, up slightly year-over-year.
Operational Wins and Capacity Expansion
Three of four new program launches have already prompted customers to request at least double capacity; company is adding new buildings in Santiago (third building) and La Romana (sixth building) with possession expected in Q2, and planning additional capacity in APAC.
Rapid Growth in Low-Cost Location
Santiago, Dominican Republic revenue increased by more than 200%, enabling better absorption of fixed overhead at that site.
Balance Sheet and Cash Actions
Generated ~$3.2 million in operating cash in Q1, paid down approximately $4 million in debt since March 31, ended the quarter with leverage of ~1.14x and modest capex of $1.7 million.
M&A and Strategic Progress
Prior acquisitions (3 in 2025 and 4 in 2024) are performing well; company remains actively reviewing acquisition opportunities with a disciplined approach to valuation and strategic fit.
Leadership Transition Confidence
Planned CEO transition in June to Mitch Rock is presented as orderly and well-supported; outgoing CEO will remain as Executive Chair to support continuity.