AB Dynamics has reported FY 2018 revenue and Adjusted PBT in line with our estimates, which were revised in October when the Group announced that it would significantly exceed market expectations. Both numbers are at record levels. The Group has delivered strong performances across a number of global geographies in the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) targets and steering robot businesses, and won its first simulator order (for delivery in FY19). As ADAS complexity is increasing, further customer demand is anticipated. The announcement also notes the tailwind of a ‘healthy’ order book at the start of FY2019. Given this strong outlook, and the prospect of another year of ‘solid progress’, AB Dynamics is to make further investment in supporting the significant growth opportunity, constraining near-term operating margin. We have upgraded our FY19 and FY20 estimates materially, while assuming an increased level of investment and upgrading EBITDA at a lower rate.
14 Nov 2018
Strong FY 2018 performance
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Strong FY 2018 performance
AB Dynamics plc (ABDP:LON) | 1,900 95 0.3% | Mkt Cap: 436.1m
- Published:
14 Nov 2018 -
Author:
Gareth Evans -
Pages:
6
AB Dynamics has reported FY 2018 revenue and Adjusted PBT in line with our estimates, which were revised in October when the Group announced that it would significantly exceed market expectations. Both numbers are at record levels. The Group has delivered strong performances across a number of global geographies in the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) targets and steering robot businesses, and won its first simulator order (for delivery in FY19). As ADAS complexity is increasing, further customer demand is anticipated. The announcement also notes the tailwind of a ‘healthy’ order book at the start of FY2019. Given this strong outlook, and the prospect of another year of ‘solid progress’, AB Dynamics is to make further investment in supporting the significant growth opportunity, constraining near-term operating margin. We have upgraded our FY19 and FY20 estimates materially, while assuming an increased level of investment and upgrading EBITDA at a lower rate.