Generac Holdings (NYSE: GNRC) reported Q3 EPS of $0.83, $0.20 worse than the analyst estimate of $1.03. Revenue for the quarter came in at $352.3 million versus the consensus estimate of $408.23 million.

2014 Outlook

The Company is revising its prior guidance for revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA margins for full year 2014 resulting from a power outage environment that remains well below normalized levels, a reduced level of capital spending with certain telecom customers and the continued overall economic softness in Latin America. For the full-year 2014, the Company now expects net sales to decline in the mid-single digit range over the prior year, and adjusted EBITDA margins are now expected to be in the low-to-mid 20% range. Free cash flow is expected to remain strong for the full year 2014 as a result of this strong margin profile, together with a low cost of debt, favorable tax attributes and capital-efficient operating model.

“Although current market conditions were below our expectations in the third quarter of 2014, we believe the numerous long-term growth opportunities that impact our business remain in place,” continued Mr. Jagdfeld. “With our strong balance sheet and free cash flow generation profile, we are confident in our ability to continue to invest in the future growth of the business, both organically and through acquisitions. In doing this, we expect to drive further penetration of standby generators as well as benefit from being a more balanced and globally-focused company, as we further implement our diversification and international expansion strategies.”

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