Operating cash flow of $3.2 billion; continue to expect positive free cash flow for 2022; Resumed 787 deliveries and delivered 9 airplanes.
The Boeing Company reported third-quarter revenue of $16.0 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($5.49) and core loss per share (non-GAAP)* of ($6.18). Third-quarter results reflect higher commercial volume and losses on fixed-price defense development programs (Table 1). Boeing generated operating cash flow of $3.2 billion.
“We continue to make important strides in our turnaround and remain focused on our performance,” said Dave Calhoun, Boeing President and Chief Executive Officer. “We generated strong cash in the quarter and are on a solid path to achieving positive free cash flow for 2022. At the same time, revenue and earnings were significantly impacted by losses on our fixed-price defense development programs. We’re squarely focused on maturing these programs, mitigating risks and delivering for our customers and their important missions. We remain in a challenging environment and have more work ahead to drive stability, improve our performance and ensure we’re consistently delivering on our commitments. Despite the challenges, I’m proud of our team and the progress we’ve made to strengthen our company.”
Operating cash flow improved to $3.2 billion in the quarter, reflecting higher commercial deliveries, favorable receipt timing, and a tax refund.
Cash and investments in marketable securities increased to $14.3 billion, compared to $11.4 billion at the beginning of the quarter, primarily driven by cash from operations (Table 3). The company has access to credit facilities of $12.0 billion, which remain undrawn.
Total company backlog at quarter-end was $381 billion.
Commercial Airplanes
Commercial Airplanes third-quarter revenue increased to $6.3 billion, driven by the resumption of 787 deliveries and higher 737 deliveries (Table 4). Operating margin of (10.3) percent also reflects lower abnormal costs as compared to the third quarter of 2021, partially offset by higher period expenses, including R&D expense.
The company also resumed 787 deliveries in late August, following comprehensive reviews to ensure each airplane meets the company’s highest standards. The program is producing at a low rate with an expected gradual return to five per month over time.
Since late 2020, the 737 MAX fleet has completed nearly 1 million revenue flights. During the quarter, the company secured net orders for 227 aircraft, including 167 737 airplanes, 27 767 airplanes, 18 777 airplanes, and 15 787 airplanes. Commercial Airplanes delivered 112 airplanes during the quarter and backlog included over 4,300 airplanes valued at $307 billion.
At quarter-end, Boeing Capital’s net portfolio balance was $1.6 billion. The change in other income was driven by the absence of a pension settlement charge recorded in the third quarter of 2021. Interest and debt expense decreased due to lower debt balance. The third quarter effective tax rate primarily reflects tax expense due to an increase in the valuation allowance.
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