Eltek Ltd. Reports Full year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results

PETACH TIKVA, Israel, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eltek Ltd. (NASDAQ: ELTK), a global manufacturer and supplier of technologically advanced solutions in the field of printed circuit boards (PCBs), today announced its financial results for the full year and fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023.

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Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Highlights

    --  Revenues: Full-year revenue soared to a record $46.7 million in 2023,
        representing 18% year-over-year growth. This remarkable growth is
        attributed to our increased production capacity and to our continued
        commitment to delivering high-quality PCB solutions to our valued
        customers.
    --  Profitability: Net income reached $6.4 million in 2023, reflecting
        almost two times 2022 net income. EBITDA reached $8.6 million, a 91%
        increase compared to $4.5 million in 2022. This substantial growth
        underscores the efficiency of our operations, strategic initiatives, and
        the unwavering trust our customers place in Eltek.
    --  Earnings per Share (EPS): Diluted EPS jumped to $1.07 in 2023, an
        increase of 93% compared to 2022. This accomplishment reflects the
        dedication of our team and the effectiveness of our business strategies.
    --  Q4 Highlights: Revenue climbed to $12.3 million in Q4, marking an 18%
        increase from the same period last year. Net income for the quarter
        reached $1.3 million and EBITDA for the quarter reached $2.4 million.

Driving Growth and Innovation:

Eltek's success stems from a multi-pronged approach:

    --  Innovation: Our relentless pursuit of innovation has allowed us to stay
        at the forefront of technological advancements, meeting the evolving
        needs of the defense, aerospace, and medical industries.
    --  Customer Focus: Building strong, long-lasting relationships with our
        customers has been a cornerstone of our success. We understand the
        unique challenges faced by the defense, aerospace and medical sectors,
        and our tailored solutions have contributed to our customers' success.
    --  Operational Efficiency: Eltek continues to invest in state-of-the-art
        manufacturing processes and quality control measures, ensuring the
        production of reliable and high-performance PCBs.

Market Trends and Outlook:

The PCB industry is experiencing dynamic shifts, driven by advancements in technology and evolving market demands. As Eltek primarily operates in the defense, aerospace and medical sectors, we are well-positioned to capitalize on the following market trends:

    --  Increasing Demand for Advanced Electronics: The defense and aerospace
        industries are witnessing a growing need for sophisticated electronic
        components, driving the demand for high-performance PCBs. Eltek's focus
        on innovation aligns perfectly with this trend.
    --  Emphasis on Reliability and Quality: With critical applications in
        defense, aerospace and medical devices, reliability and quality are
        non-negotiable. Eltek has consistently delivered PCB solutions that meet
        the stringent standards of these industries, reinforcing our position as
        a trusted partner.
    --  Global Supply Chain Challenges: The industry has faced challenges
        related to the global supply chain. Eltek has proactively managed these
        challenges through strategic partnerships and diversified sourcing,
        ensuring minimal impact on our operations.

Management Statement:

Eli Yaffe, CEO of Eltek, stated, "We are thrilled to report a very strong fourth quarter and year, surpassing all financial targets and solidifying our position as a leader in the PCB market. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team, the trust of our valued partners and the unwavering support of our shareholders. Looking ahead, we are confident in our ability to navigate the evolving industry landscape and continue delivering exceptional value to all shareholders. The defense, aerospace and medical industries present significant opportunities and Eltek is well-positioned to capitalize on them.

Our decision at the start of 2022 to allocate $15 million in an investment plan for expanding and enhancing our manufacturing capabilities aligns seamlessly with the existing robust demand for our products. Presently, a material portion of the investment plan has either been implemented or is currently in the installation phase. These investments will facilitate the augmentation of our production capacity, improve our operational efficiency and enhance our technological capabilities."

Ron Freund, CFO of Eltek added: "During February 2024, we raised $10 million in equity before expenses. We are grateful for the trust given by the investors who participated in the offering. We are committed to the continued growth of the Company, and we intend to use the funds raised for the expansion of our production capabilities as well as for working capital needs."

2023 Full Year GAAP Financial Results

Revenues for 2023 were $46.7 million compared to $39.7 million in 2022.

Gross profit for 2023 was $13.1 million (28% of revenues) compared to $8.3 million (21% of revenues) in 2022.

Operating profit for 2023 was $7.3 million compared to operating profit of $3.0 million in 2022.

Financial income for 2023 was $0.4 million compared to financial income of $0.9 million in 2022.

Net profit for 2023 was $6.4 million or $1.07 per fully diluted share compared to net profit of $3.2 million or $0.55 per fully diluted share in 2022.

2023 Full Year Non-GAAP Financial Results

EBITDA for 2023 was a $8.6 million (18% of revenues) compared to EBITDA of $4.5 million (11% of revenues) in 2022.

Fourth Quarter 2023 GAAP Financial Results

Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $12.3 million compared to $10.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Gross profit for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $3.5 million (28% of revenues) compared to $2.2 million (21% of revenues) in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Operating profit for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $2.0 million compared to operating profit of $0.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Financial expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $0.3 million compared to financial income of $0.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2022. The financial expenses in the fourth quarter of 2023, derive primarily from the erosion of the US Dollar against the NIS during the quarter.

Net profit for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $1.3 million or $0.22 per fully diluted share compared to net profit of $0.8 million or $0.14 per fully diluted share in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Fourth Quarter 2023 Non-GAAP Financial Results

EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2023 was a $2.4 million (19% of revenues) compared to EBITDA of $1.2 million (12% of revenues) in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Conference Call

Today, Monday, March 11, 2024, at 10:00am Eastern Time (16:00pm Israel Time, 7:00am Pacific Time), Eltek will conduct a conference call to discuss the results. The call will feature remarks by Eli Yaffe, Chief Executive Officer and Ron Freund, Chief Financial Officer.

To participate, please call the following teleconference numbers. Please allow for additional time to connect prior to the call:



     United States: 1-866-860-9642



     Israel:        03-918-0691



     International: +972-3-918-0691

To Access a Replay of the Call

A replay of the call will be available for 30 days on the Investor Info section on Eltek's corporate website at http://www.nisteceltek.com approximately 24 hours after the conference call is completed.

About Eltek

Eltek - "Innovation Across the Board", is a global manufacturer and supplier of technologically advanced solutions in the field of printed circuit boards (PCBs), and is an Israeli leading company in this industry. PCBs are the core circuitry of most electronic devices. Eltek specializes in the manufacture and supply of complex and high quality PCBs, HDI, multilayered and flex-rigid boards for the high-end market. Eltek is ITAR compliant and has AS-9100 and NADCAP Electronics certifications. Its customers include leading companies in the defense, aerospace and medical industries in Israel, the United States, Europe and Asia.

Eltek was founded in 1970. The Company's headquarters, R&D, production and marketing center are located in Israel. Eltek also operates through its subsidiary in North America and by agents and distributors in Europe, India, South Africa and South America.

For more information, visit Eltek's web site at www.nisteceltek.com

Forward Looking Statements

Some of the statements included in this press release may be forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to expected results in future quarters, the impact of the Coronavirus on the economy and our operations, risks in product and technology development and rapid technological change, product demand, the impact of competitive products and pricing, market acceptance, the sales cycle, changing economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 20-F and other filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking statements set forth in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. The information found on our website is not incorporated by reference into this press release and is included for reference purposes only.

About our Non-GAAP Financial Information

The Company reports financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP and herein provides some non-GAAP measures, including EBITDA. These non-GAAP measures are not in accordance with, nor are they a substitute for, GAAP measures. These non-GAAP measures are intended to supplement the Company's presentation of its financial results that are prepared in accordance with GAAP. The Company uses the non-GAAP measures presented to evaluate and manage the Company's operations internally. The Company is also providing this information to assist investors in performing additional financial analysis. Reconciliation between the Company's results on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis is provided in a table below.

Investor Contact

Ron Freund
Chief Financial Officer
Investor-Contact@nisteceltek.com
+972-3-939-5023

(Tables follow)


                                                                  
       
                Eltek Ltd.


                                                         
            
         Consolidated Statements of Income


                                                     
              
       (In thousands US$, except per share data)








                                                                                                                      Three months            Twelve months
                                                                                                                       ended               ended


                                                                                                                      December  31,            December  31,


                                                                                                                 2023         2022      2023            2022







     
                Revenues                                                                                    12,321       10,479    46,695          39,650



     Costs of revenues                                                                                       (8,865)      (8,267)  (33,593)        (31,380)





     
                Gross profit                                                                                 3,456        2,212    13,102           8,270





     Selling, general and administrative expenses                                                            (1,405)      (1,348)   (5,722)        (5,207)



     Research and development expenses, net                                                                     (49)        (15)     (85)           (92)





     
                Operating profit                                                                             2,002          849     7,295           2,971





     Financial income (expenses), net                                                                          (334)         100       422             887





     
                Profit before income tax                                                                     1,668          949     7,717           3,858





     Tax expenses                                                                                                337          144     1,364             664





     
                Net Profit                                                                                   1,331          805     6,353           3,194







     
                Earnings per share:



     Basic net profit per ordinary share                                                                        0.22         0.14      1.08            0.55





     Diluted net profit per ordinary share                                                                      0.22         0.14      1.07            0.55





     Weighted average number of ordinary shares used to compute



     basic net profit per ordinary share (in thousands)                                                        5,977        5,850     5,902           5,848





     Weighted average number of ordinary shares used to compute



     diluted net profit per ordinary share (in thousands)                                                      6,074        5,850     5,956           5,848


                                                                                        
         
              Eltek Ltd.


                                                                                 
            
         Consolidated Balance Sheets


                                                                                      
         
            (In thousands US$)






                                                                                                                            December
                                                                                                                               31,   December  31,


                                                                                                                                2023          2022





              
                Assets





              
                Current assets:



              Cash and cash equivalents                                                                                       9,278         7,366



              Short-term bank deposits                                                                                        2,862



              Receivables:   Trade, net of provision for doubtful accounts                                                   10,898        10,116



                                     Other                                                                                      689           282



              Inventories                                                                                                     6,135         5,130



              Prepaid expenses                                                                                                  245           504





              Total current assets                                                                                           30,107        23,398





              
                Long term assets:



              Restricted deposits                                                                                                            202



              Severance pay fund                                                                                                 57            59



              Deferred tax assets and long term tax receivables, net                                                          1,098         2,496



              Operating lease right of use assets                                                                             6,555         7,156



              Total long term assets                                                                                          7,710         9,913





              
                Fixed assets, less accumulated depreciation                                                        9,354         7,674





              
                Total Assets                                                                                      47,171        40,985





              
                Liabilities and Shareholder's equity





              
                Current liabilities:



              Short-term credit and current maturities of long-term debts                                                                    702



              Accounts payable: Trade                                                                                         7,503         4,793



                                            Other                                                                             5,689         4,133



              Short-term operating lease liabilities                                                                            789           846





              Total current liabilities                                                                                      13,981        10,474





              
                Long-term liabilities:



              Long term debt, excluding current maturities                                                                                 2,768



              Employee severance benefits                                                                                       447           280



              Long-term operating lease liabilities                                                                           5,871         6,443





              Total long-term liabilities                                                                                     6,318         9,491





              
                Shareholders' equity:



              Ordinary shares, NIS 3.0 par value authorized 10,000,000 shares, issued                                         5,443         5,305
    and outstanding 6,020,693 at December 31, 2023 and 5,849,678 at
    December 31, 2022



              Additional paid-in capital                                                                                     23,587        22,862



              Cumulative foreign currency translation adjustments                                                               783         1,189



              Capital reserve                                                                                                 1,900         1,537



              Accumulated deficit                                                                                           (4,841)      (9,873)



              Total shareholders' equity                                                                                     26,872        21,020



              
                Total liabilities and shareholders' equity                                                        47,171        40,985


                                         
              
                Eltek Ltd.


                          
              
                Unaudited Non-GAAP EBITDA Reconciliation


                                     
              
                (In thousands US$)








                                                                                   Three months          Twelve months
                                                                                    ended             ended


                                                                                   December  31,          December  31,


                                                                           2023            2022    2023             2022







       
                GAAP Net Income                                      1,331             805   6,353            3,194



       
                
                  Add back items:

    ---




       Financial expenses (income), net                                    334           (100)  (422)           (887)



       Income tax expenses                                                 337             144   1,364              664



       Depreciation and amortization                                       388             357   1,317            1,541



       
                Non-GAAP EBITDA                                      2,390           1,206   8,612            4,512




                                                                      
        
                Eltek Ltd.


                                                        
              
          Consolidated Statements of  Cash Flows


                                                                  
         
               (In thousands US$)






                                                                                                                         Three months             Twelve months
                                                                                                                          ended                ended


                                                                                                                         December  31,             December  31,


                                                                                                                    2023         2022       2023             2022





     
                Cash flows from operating activities:





     Net Income                                                                                                   1,331          805      6,353            3,194



     Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows



     provided by operating activities:



     Depreciation and amortization                                                                                  388          357      1,317            1,541



     Stock-based compensation                                                                                       147           62        363              250



     Decrease in deferred tax assets and long term tax receivable                                                   304          151      1,302              653


                                                                                                                     839          570      2,982            2,444





     Decrease (increase) in operating lease right-of-use assets                                                     (1)           3       (23)              11



     Decrease (increase) in trade receivables                                                                     (211)       (446)   (1,010)         (3,941)



     Decrease (increase) in other receivables and prepaid expenses                                                   55           42      (169)             437



     Decrease (increase) in inventories                                                                           (283)       (463)   (1,139)           (806)



     Increase (decrease) in trade payables                                                                          958          380        989            1,543



     Increase (decrease) in other liabilities and accrued expenses                                                (507)         402        707              972



     Increase (decrease) in employee severance benefits, net                                                        139         (36)       172             (25)


                                                                                                                     150        (118)     (473)         (1,809)





     
                Net cash provided by operating activities                                                       2,320        1,257      8,862            3,829







     
                Cash flows from investing activities:



     Purchase of fixed assets                                                                                   (1,246)        (571)   (2,432)         (3,027)



     Repayment from insurance                                                                                                           2,000



     Investment in short-term bank deposits                                                                     (2,719)                (2,719)



     Restricted deposits                                                                                                                  192              (2)



     
                Net cash used in investing activities                                                         (3,965)        (571)   (2,959)         (3,029)







     
                Cash flows from financing activities:



     Exercise of options                                                                                            535                    863               25



     Dividend distribution                                                                                      (1,321)        (994)   (1,321)           (994)



     Repayment of long-term loans from bank                                                                                   (227)   (3,348)           (669)



     
                Net cash used in financing activities                                                           (786)     (1,221)    (3,806)         (1,638)





     Effect of translation adjustments                                                                              404           54      (185)         (1,079)





     Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents                                                       (2,027)        (481)     1,912          (1,917)





     Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period                                                    11,305        7,847      7,366            9,283





     
                Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period                                              9,278        7,366      9,278            7,366

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