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Strattec posts Q3 net loss of $2.3M; sales up 10% to $127.2M but margin slumps
STRATTEC SECURITY CORP
2023-Q3 EPS reported
-$1.01
revenue$360,727,000
- Net loss $2.3M ($0.57 diluted loss per share) vs net income $3.1M ($0.80 EPS) a year ago.
- Sales rose to $127.2M from $115.9M driven by improved chip availability at GM, Ford, Hyundai/Kia.
- Gross margin fell to 7.9% from 12.6% on inflation, Mexico wage hike, FX, and $1.3M warranty provision.
- Stellantis sales declined to $21.6M from $23.0M due to plant shutdowns; aftermarket sales also down.
- CEO cited ongoing cost pressures but expects benefit from new business launches and efficiency efforts.