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 for the 13-week period ended March 29, 2025, reached $1,535.1 million, an 11% increase compared to $1,381.6 million in the same period last year. This growth was supported by an increase in total unit sales from 3,890 to 4,362.
Operating income for the first quarter of 2025 increased by 12% to $332.8 million, compared to $298.4 million in the first quarter of 2024. The operating margin remained relatively consistent at 22% of total net sales.
Cash provided by operating activities decreased slightly to $420.8 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to $435.3 million in the first quarter of 2024. This was attributed to a strategic increase in inventory, offsetting higher net sales.