Total Revenue

+3.5% (Q1 2025: $554.3M vs. Q1 2024: $535.4M)

Revenue increased by 3.5% driven by improved performance across segments—especially a strong 21% growth in Industrial—and partially offset by a decline in Transportation. This rebound contrasts with last period’s modest performance and suggests a gradual recovery and positive market adjustments. " "

Electronics Segment

+5.5% (Q1 2025: $307.2M vs. Q1 2024: $291.1M)

The Electronics segment grew by 5.5% as improved demand and a favorable product mix boosted sales. This contrasts with previous periods where growth was more modest, marking a recovery following earlier soft demand in semiconductor-related products. " "

Transportation Segment

–5.0% (Q1 2025: $161.9M vs. Q1 2024: $170.4M)

A 5% decline in Transportation reflects continued softness and market headwinds (such as global automotive cycles and inventory adjustments) that persisted from Q1 2024, even though there may have been isolated improvements in other segments in prior periods. " "

Industrial Segment

+21.0% (Q1 2025: $85.2M vs. Q1 2024: $73.9M)

Industrial grew strongly by 21%, likely due to a robust recovery in industrial demand and expanded product offerings—a stark improvement compared to Q1 2024—indicating that recovery efforts and market growth initiatives are taking hold. " "

Operating Income

+27.6% (Q1 2025: $70,150K vs. Q1 2024: $54,952K)

The operating income improvement of 27.6% is driven by better margin management and cost control initiatives, notably in high-margin segments like Industrial, which outperformed prior periods despite challenges in other segments. " "

Net Income

–10.0% (Q1 2025: $43,571K vs. Q1 2024: $48,452K)

Despite stronger operating performance, net income fell by 10% likely because of higher non-operating expenses such as increased financing costs or tax impacts, which offset the operating gains observed previously. " "

Earnings per Share (Basic)

–9.7% (Q1 2025: $1.76 vs. Q1 2024: $1.95)

The decline in EPS by 9.7% mirrors the drop in net income. It reflects lower profitability per share despite the operating income boost, indicating that non-operational factors (e.g., interest, taxes, and financing charges) have negatively impacted the bottom line compared to the previous period. " "

Operating Cash Flow

+14.5% (Q1 2025: $65,758K vs. Q1 2024: $57,150K)

Operating cash flow increased by 14.5% due to improved working capital management and higher adjustments to reconcile net income to cash flow. This improvement builds on operational efficiencies achieved in Q1 2024. " "

Capital Activity (Investing Outflows)

Increased from –$8,483K in Q1 2024 to –$80,508K in Q1 2025

The substantial increase in investing outflows indicates much higher capital investments or potential acquisitions compared to the minimal outflows in Q1 2024, reflecting a strategic shift toward long-term growth initiatives. " "

Capital Activity (Financing Outflows)

Increased from –$33,520K in Q1 2024 to –$97,034K in Q1 2025

Financing outflows grew significantly due to increased shareholder returns (share repurchases, dividends) and/or higher debt repayments. This contrasts with the previous period’s lower financing activity and suggests a more aggressive capital allocation strategy. " "

Liquidity (Cash and Cash Equivalents)

+10% (Q1 2025: $618,687K vs. Q1 2024: $562,153K)

Liquidity improved by approximately 10% as a result of higher operating cash inflows and efficient working capital management, which helped offset the increased outflows from investing and financing activities seen in prior periods. " "

Sales

Q2 2025

$520 million to $550 million "

$565 million to $595 million "

raised

EPS

Q2 2025

$1.70 to $1.90 "

$2.10 to $2.40 "

raised

FX and Commodity Impact

Q2 2025

$0.11 benefit to EPS "

$0.15 benefit to EPS "

raised

Tax Rate

Q2 2025

no prior guidance

23% to 25% "

no prior guidance

Stock Compensation Expense

Q2 2025

no prior guidance

unfavorable $0.10 EPS impact and -50 bps effect "

no prior guidance

Sales Growth

FY 2025

Approximately 2% total sales growth "

2% total sales growth "

no change

EPS Impact from Capacity Sharing Arrangement

FY 2025

neutral EPS impact "

neutral impact "

no change

FX and Commodities Impact

FY 2025

1% headwind to sales and $0.22 benefit to EPS "

1% tailwind to sales and $0.40 benefit to EPS "

raised

Amortization Expense

FY 2025

$59 million "

$58 million "

lowered

Interest Expense

FY 2025

$35 million "

$35 million "

no change

Tax Rate

FY 2025

23% to 25% "

23% to 25% "

no change

Capital Expenditures

FY 2025

$90 million to $95 million "

$90 million to $95 million "

no change

Order Backlog & Book-to-Bill Momentum

Q2-Q4 discussions noted cautious order patterns and moderated book-to-bill ratios with segments like power semiconductors lagging, while passive and protection products mostly stayed above 1 " " " "

Q1 2025 featured strong momentum across all segments with a robust order backlog and book-to-bill ratios above 1, instilling confidence in future guidance " " "

Improved momentum and stronger order indicators – the current period shows a shift to robust order activity compared to cautious patterns earlier.

Tariffs, Global Trade Uncertainty & Geopolitical Risks

In Q4 2024, the focus was on mitigating tariff impacts through manufacturing footprint alignment, while Q3 mentioned geopolitical dynamics in Europe and Q2 had minimal detail " " "

Q1 2025 deepened the discussion with active mitigation strategies, customer collaboration, and diversified sourcing to address tariffs and global trade uncertainties, along with customer anxiety in sensitive submarkets " " " "

Increased emphasis and proactive management – the topic remains critical with more detailed operational responses and continued focus on uncertainty management.

Strong Balance Sheet & Strategic Capital Allocation

Q2-Q4 earnings consistently highlighted strong cash positions, low net debt-to-EBITDA ratios, free cash flow conversion, and a balanced approach between capital returns and acquisitions " " " "

Q1 2025 reaffirmed financial strength with robust cash on hand, disciplined capital allocation, and an emphasis on strategic M&A to spur future growth " " "

Consistent robust financial health – the company continues to leverage its strong balance sheet to support growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions.

Margin Trends

Q2-Q4 discussions detailed margin improvements—especially in operating and EBITDA margins—in various segments despite pressures from inventory, FX, and commodity volatility " " " "

Q1 2025 reported continued margin expansion in electronics, industrial, and transportation segments, though acknowledging pressures from commodity costs and stock compensation " " "

Ongoing margin expansion with minor headwinds – strong operational performance persists despite some pressures, reflecting overall positive sentiment.

Demand Trends in Key Segments

Q2-Q4 calls revealed mixed demand trends: steady passive electronics and industrial safety growth, softness in industrial equipment and automotive segments, with regional variances (Europe weakness, North America stability) " " " " "

Q1 2025 showed solid sequential growth in passive electronics and industrial segments with strong demand in data centers, while maintaining caution in automotive and personal electronics " " " " "

Recovery in key segments amid continued caution in certain markets – demand is rebounding in industrial and electronics but sentiment remains guarded for automotive and personal electronics.

Automotive & Vehicle Electrification Trends

Q2-Q4 discussions focused on evolving high-voltage systems, design wins in low-voltage fuse applications, and challenges in traditional passenger car sales, with significant EV growth in China " " " "

Q1 2025 emphasized leveraging high-voltage architectures from automotive in data center applications and highlighted EV content growth despite a 6% decline in passenger car sales, indicating both challenges and new opportunities " " "

Balanced outlook with innovation and enduring challenges – the company is capitalizing on electrification trends while managing declining traditional vehicle sales.

Industrial & Semiconductor Market Dynamics

Q2-Q4 calls described soft demand in industrial equipment and power semiconductors, with some stabilization in protection products and mixed performance across geographies, including an impairment in Q4 " " " "

Q1 2025 reported 16% organic growth in industrial products and a modest 5% decline in semiconductor sales, reflecting strong industrial performance contrasted with continuing softness in power semiconductor areas " " "

Divergence within segments – industrial markets show robust growth, while semiconductor (especially power) challenges persist; the overall picture remains mixed.

Supply Chain Resilience & Inventory Normalization

Q2-Q4 discussions highlighted normalization of passive electronics inventory (with weeks of inventory back to pre-COVID levels), replenishment in certain regions, and a well-managed supply chain strategy enhancing resilience " " " "

Q1 2025 did not explicitly reference destocking but emphasized strong book-to-bill ratios across segments, implying effective inventory management and resilience in the supply chain " " "

Transition from destocking to growth – having normalized inventories earlier, current focus is on robust order intake and maintaining supply chain flexibility.

M&A and Strategic Acquisitions

Q2-Q4 earnings consistently noted a robust pipeline of acquisitions, disciplined selection criteria, and significant deals like the Dortmund fab acquisition in Q4 " " " " "

Q1 2025 reaffirmed the strategic importance of M&A, with leadership emphasizing the sharpening of the M&A funnel to drive organic and inorganic growth aligned with evolving technology trends " " "

Continued strategic focus and refinement – the company remains committed to M&A as a key growth lever, with ongoing emphasis on targeted acquisitions.

Pricing Power & Stability

In Q2-Q4 earnings, Littelfuse highlighted resilient pricing from previous increases, tailored pricing actions in transportation, and overall stability despite competitive challenges " " " "

Q1 2025 continued the narrative of strong pricing power with adaptive strategies (including tariff-related pricing actions) supporting margin expansion across segments " " " "

Steady and adaptable pricing strategy – pricing remains a stable attribute, effectively countering cost pressures and supporting profitability.

Rising Commodity Costs & FX Headwinds

Q2-Q4 calls detailed rising input costs for metals and associated FX impacts, quantifying headwinds (often in basis points) while noting contract clauses to pass through cost increases " " " "

Q1 2025 reiterated the challenge with spiking commodity costs balanced by a significant FX tailwind, indicating a nuanced impact on margins and earnings " " "

Persistent cost challenges offset by favorable FX – the dynamics remain similar, with commodity headwinds being carefully managed alongside beneficial FX movements.

Asset Impairments & EV Charging Infrastructure

Q4 2024 reported a $93 million impairment related to weak EV charging infrastructure trends; Q3 and Q2 mentioned softness in demand for EV charging without major impairments " " " "

Q1 2025 did not mention asset impairments or EV charging infrastructure, suggesting a deprioritization or an absence of recent developments in this area [document not available in Q1]

Diminished focus in current period – after significant discussion in Q4, the absence in Q1 may indicate a lower priority or resolution of previous concerns.

Passive Electronics Inventory Destocking

Q2-Q4 earnings discussed extensive destocking, normalization of channel inventory back to pre-COVID levels, and strong book-to-bill ratios in passive products, with recovery signs in various regions " " " "

Q1 2025 did not explicitly mention destocking, though strong order growth in passive electronics implies that normalization has been achieved and focus has shifted to capturing demand " "

Transition from destocking to demand focus – the issue appears resolved with normalized inventories, shifting the conversation toward growth and demand recovery.