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- **Record Q3 Growth**: Sales $1.89B (+11%), orders $1.97B (+13%), with EBITDA margins 31.3%. EMG margins hit 25.4%, up 250 bps.
- **Strategic Investments Paying Off**: $90M in R&D/digital initiatives drive new products like AI inspection cameras and data center UPS systems.
- **M&A Pipeline Active**: $2B+ capacity to pursue deals in process, power, and automation. FARO integration on track, with $25M+ data center backlog.
- **Guidance Raised**: Full-year EPS $7.32-$7.37 (prev. $7.06-$7.20), Q4 EPS $1.90-$1.95 (+2%-4% YoY).
- **Risk Management**: Proactive trade strategies mitigate China tariff delays, with U.S./Europe sales offsetting Asia weakness.

**CEO Summary Section**
- **Record Third Quarter Performance**: AMETEK reported record sales of $1.89 billion, up 11% year-over-year, driven by 4% organic growth, 6% from acquisitions, and a 1% FX benefit. Orders reached $1.97 billion, up 13%, with a record backlog of $3.54 billion.
- **Margin Expansion**: Operating income rose 11% to $496 million, with adjusted margins at 27% (up 90 basis points). EBITDA was $592 million, up 11%, and EBITDA margins reached 31.3%.
- **Business Group Highlights**: 
  - **EIG**: Sales of $1.25 billion (+10%), operating income $360 million (+6%), and margins 30.4% (up 50 bps). New AI-powered inspection systems and defense solutions drove growth.
  - **EMG**: Sales of $646 million (+13%), operating income $164 million (+25%), with margins 25.4% (up 250 bps). Automation and aerospace demand fueled performance.
- **Strategic Initiatives**: $90 million invested in R&D, sales, and digital marketing. New products like Vertech’s AI inspection camera and NSI’s Vector Digital Receiver showcased innovation.
- **Global Trade Management**: Proactive strategies, including targeted pricing and supply chain adjustments, mitigated trade risks. U.S. manufacturing flexibility supported global customers.
- **2025 Guidance Update**: Full-year EPS raised to $7.32-$7.37 (prev. $7.06-$7.20). Q4 EPS expected $1.90-$1.95, up 2%-4% YoY.

**CFO Financial Commentary**
- **Financial Strength**: Free cash flow conversion 113%, with $420 million free cash flow. Debt-to-EBITDA ratio 0.9x, supporting $2 billion+ M&A pipeline.
- **Tax Efficiency**: Effective tax rate 17.2%, down from 18.8% YoY. Full-year rate expected 18%-18.5%.
- **Capital Deployment**: $920 million spent on FARO acquisition, $150 million share buybacks, and $71 million dividends, maintaining financial flexibility.

**Q&A Highlights**
- **Automation Recovery**: EMG orders up 13%, driven by aerospace and medical device demand. Automation business destocking completed, with Q4 orders strong.
- **M&A Pipeline**: Active in process, power, and automation markets. FARO integration progressing well, with $25 million+ backlog in data center UPS systems.
- **China Trade Dynamics**: Tariff renegotiations causing delays, but U.S. and European sales offsetting Asia weakness. Paragon Medical margins improving to 35%+.
- **A&D Growth**: High single-digit organic growth, balanced across commercial OEM, aftermarket, and defense. FARO not part of A&D, but aerospace and defense businesses winning new programs.
- **Cash Flow Utilization**: Share buybacks and dividends prioritized, with $150 million+ returned to shareholders Q3. No dividend hikes planned, focusing on M&A and growth.


AMETEK, Inc. (AME) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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