AAR Corp. reported robust year-over-year sales growth of 20.4% in 1Q25, driven by increased demand and volume in the commercial aerospace sector, particularly within its parts supply segment. The company is well-positioned to benefit from the recovery in air traffic and aging fleets, which are driving the demand for aftermarket services. MRO demand is expected to exceed supply by the end of the decade, providing strong growth potential for the company.
Despite underperforming the S&P 500, AAR's robust aftermarket demand and capacity expansions suggest significant upside, maintaining a buy rating with an $86 FY26 price target. Sales grew 20% in Q1 FY25, driven by commercial and defense sectors, though gross profit growth was limited by contract and customer mix. Risks include operating at capacity limits and lower USM sales due to airplane shortages, but efficiency improvements and capacity expansions offer growth potential.
AIR's fiscal first-quarter net sales of $661.7 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $646 million by 2.5% and rise 20.4% from $549.7 million recorded in the year-ago quarter.
AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call September 23, 2024 5:00 PM ET Company Participants John Holmes - Chairman, President and CEO Sean Gillen - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Scott Mikus - Melius Research Michael Ciarmoli - Truist Securities Kenneth Herbert - RBC Capital Markets Louie DiPalma - William Blair Operator Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to AAR's Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Earnings Call. We're joined today by John Holmes, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer; and Sean Gillen, Chief Financial Officer.
AAR (AIR) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.85 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.82 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.78 per share a year ago.
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AAR Corp. reports strong year-over-year top line growth in FY2024, with consolidated sales increasing to $2.318 billion. Additionally, its adjusted margins expanded as well. Contract wins with Sumitomo Precision Products and Triumph are expected to bolster AIR's Parts Supply segment. Commercial airlines are facing challenges with a shortage of aircraft to support the increasing travel demand. Therefore, many airlines are delaying their aircraft retirements as a temporary solution.