The chart below shows how GFF performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, GFF sees a -1.89% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +4.29% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.14%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Free Cash Flow: Robust free cash flow of $143 million was generated in Q1, indicating strong financial health and operational efficiency.
EBITDA Growth Analysis: Home and Building Products (HBP) EBITDA increased by 2% year-over-year, supported by reduced material costs despite increased labor and distribution expenses.
CPP Adjusted EBITDA Increase: Consumer and Professional Products (CPP) adjusted EBITDA rose by $13 million to $18 million, reflecting successful global sourcing initiatives and increased volume in Australia.
Stock Repurchase Strategy: A total of $42 million in stock was repurchased during the quarter, reducing outstanding shares by 16.7% since April 2023, demonstrating strong capital allocation strategy.
Consistent Dividend Growth: The quarterly dividend of $0.18 per share marks the 54th consecutive dividend payment, with an annualized growth rate of over 18% since 2012, showcasing commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Negative
Revenue Decline Analysis: First quarter revenue of $632,000,000 decreased 2% compared to the prior year quarter, indicating a decline in overall sales performance.
Revenue Decline in Products: Consumer and professional products revenue decreased 4% from the prior year quarter to $237,000,000 due to decreased volume driven by reduced consumer demand in North America and the United Kingdom.
SG&A Expense Analysis: First quarter GAAP selling, general and administrative expenses were $152,000,000, consistent with the prior year, but SG&A as a percentage of revenue increased to 23.8% from 22.9%, indicating rising operational costs relative to sales.
Net Debt and Leverage Ratio: Net debt stood at $1,300,000,000 with a net debt to EBITDA leverage of 2.4 times, reflecting a high level of indebtedness despite a slight improvement from 2.5 times in the prior year quarter.
North America Sales Weakness: The company anticipates continued weakness in North America for the first half of 2025, which is expected to negatively impact sales in the consumer and professional products segment.
Earnings call transcript: Griffon Q1 2025 beats EPS estimates, stock rises
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