Newell Brands reported a 7.8% decrease in net sales to $2.0 billion for Q2 2024, but core sales only declined by 4.2%. The company significantly improved its gross margin to 34.4% and operating margin to 8.0%. Net income increased to $45 million, with diluted earnings per share at $0.11. The company also raised its full-year 2024 outlook.
Net sales were $2.0 billion, a 7.8% decrease compared to the prior year, with core sales declining 4.2%.
Reported gross margin increased to 34.4% compared to 28.5% in the prior year.
Reported operating margin increased to 8.0% compared to 5.4% in the prior year.
Reported net income was $45 million compared to $18 million in the prior year.
The company initiated its outlook for third quarter 2024 and raised its full year 2024 outlook.
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income