Sector: Technology|Industry: Scientific & Technical Instruments|Market Cap: $39.60B|Employees: 19.9K
Garmin Ltd. is a global provider of GPS-enabled products and applications designed for active lifestyles. The company operates in five primary markets: fitness, outdoor, aviation, marine, and auto OEM, offering a diverse range of navigation, communication, and sensor-based products. Garmin's competitive advantage lies in its vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and strong brand recognition.
Net sales reached $1.586 billion, up 24% compared to $1.278 billion in the same quarter last year, driven by growth across all segments. This indicates strong market demand for Garmin's products.
Gross profit margin increased to 60% from 57% year-over-year, primarily due to lower costs of goods and favorable product mix within certain segments. This shows improved profitability at the product level.
Operating income increased to $437.5 million, a 62% increase compared to $270.4 million in the same quarter last year, driven by higher sales and improved gross margin. This indicates strong operational efficiency.