RE:Financials out tomorrow Here are a few things I'm most interested in (no particular order):
1. Order backlog...this was 2.59 B in Sept. Down from 3.3B Dec 2017. Hopefully this number is trending upwards.
2. Space Systems EBIT margin %. The margin was 7.2% last qtr vs 20.6% Q3 2017. Hopefully they have got their costs under better control. This reminds me of the recent news release where they pulled out of a contract because they weren't making money. Low bidding or no cost control.
3. Potential sale of the satellite business. Last qtr they were in 'active discussions with potential buyers'. If it's not making money, get rid of it. At least you save on termination costs.
4. Neptec design group impact. This company was bought in July and offers end-to-end robotic systems. Hopefully this group will add some much needed + margin $$$
5. Imagery business - am hoping to see continued growth and new business bookings.
6. Write-downs/provisions....was that it last qtr or are there more to come.
GLTA and get your stop losses booked tonight.
Tierney