Donaldson Q1 fiscal 2025 sales rise 6.4% to $900.1 million; GAAP EPS $0.81
Donaldson reported first-quarter fiscal 2025 results for the quarter ended October 31, 2024, with net sales of $900.1 million, up 6.4% from a year earlier, and GAAP net earnings of $99.0 million, up from $92.1 million. The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 adjusted EPS forecast of $3.56 to $3.72, which shareholders may watch as an indicator of full-year profit expectations.
- Net sales were $900.1 million, up 6.4% from $846.3 million, mainly from volume growth in all segments.
- GAAP diluted EPS was $0.81 versus $0.75; adjusted diluted EPS was $0.83, excluding $3.3 million of pre-tax restructuring and other charges.
- Fiscal 2025 adjusted EPS guidance of $3.56 to $3.72 was reaffirmed, consistent with previous guidance.
- Free cash flow was $47.9 million versus $114.8 million a year earlier, and operating cash flow was $72.9 million versus $138.0 million.