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Fourth Quarter Highlights
Net sales were $3.8 billion, up approximately 17% versus prior year on a reported basis.
Operating margin expansion year over year with strong performance across all segments.
GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $2.40, and adjusted EPS were $1.69, an increase of 46% versus the prior year.
Cash flow from continuing operating activities was $774 million and free cash flow was $536 million.
Completed acquisition of ERNI Group AG (ERNI), a European connector manufacturer focused on factory automation markets.
Full Year Highlights
Net sales were $14.9 billion, up 23% from fiscal year 2020.
Operating margin expansion year over year, with increases across all segments.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations were $6.77 versus a loss of $0.78 in fiscal year 2020, and adjusted EPS were $6.51, versus $4.26 in fiscal year 2020.
Cash flow from continuing operating activities was $2.7 billion and free cash flow was $2.1 billion, with approximately $1.5 billion returned to shareholders and over $400 million deployed for acquisitions.
Company set new ESG commitment to decrease greenhouse gas emissions by over 40% on an absolute basis by 2030.