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Jan 31

Ferguson Q2 2025 Earnings Report

Ferguson reported revenue growth but faced margin pressures in Q2 2025.

Key Takeaways

Ferguson reported total revenue of $6.87 billion for Q2 2025, reflecting a 3.0% increase year-over-year. Despite revenue growth, operating profit declined by 14.0% to $410 million, primarily due to lower margins impacted by persistent commodity price deflation. Adjusted EBITDA stood at $502 million, down 11.6% from the previous year. Diluted earnings per share decreased to $1.38, while adjusted diluted EPS was $1.52.

Revenue grew 3.0% to $6.87 billion, driven by organic growth and acquisitions.

Operating margin declined to 6.0% due to cost inflation and lower pricing.

Net income fell 14.3% year-over-year to $276 million.

Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 11.6% to $502 million.

Total Revenue
$6.87B
Previous year: $6.67B
+3.0%
EPS
$1.52
Previous year: $1.74
-12.6%
Sales Growth
3%
0
Organic Revenue Growth
2.1%
0
Gross Profit
$2.04B
Previous year: $2.03B
+0.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$764M
Previous year: $502M
+52.3%

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Ferguson Revenue by Segment

Ferguson Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

Ferguson expects continued revenue growth with revised operating margin guidance for fiscal 2025.

Positive Outlook

  • Net sales projected to see low single-digit growth.
  • Company market outperformance expected to continue.
  • Completed acquisitions to contribute positively to revenue.
  • Adjusted effective tax rate expected to remain at ~26%.
  • Strong balance sheet supports continued share repurchases.

Challenges Ahead

  • Operating margin guidance revised downward to 8.3% - 8.8%.
  • Persistent commodity price deflation continues to impact margins.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainty remains a challenge.
  • Interest expenses expected to remain between $180M - $200M.
  • One fewer sales day in Q3 could impact quarterly revenue.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income