Armstrong World Industries reported a 12% increase in net sales and a 17% increase in operating income for the first quarter of 2022. The growth was primarily driven by price over inflation gains and strong performance in the Architectural Specialties segment, which was partially offset by lower Mineral Fiber sales volumes and equity earnings.
Net sales increased by 12% compared to the prior-year quarter.
Operating income rose by 17% and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased by 21% compared to the prior-year quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA increased by 3% and adjusted diluted earnings per share grew by 7% compared to the prior-year quarter.
The company is maintaining its 2022 guidance for net sales, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted Free Cash Flow.
Armstrong World Industries is maintaining its full year guidance of net sales growth of 10% to 13% and adjusted EBITDA growth of 10% to 16% versus the prior year.
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