Jan 31

Brady Q2 2025 Earnings Report

Brady reported strong revenue growth, but net income and GAAP EPS declined.

Key Takeaways

Brady Corporation reported a 10.6% increase in sales, driven by acquisitions and organic growth. However, GAAP EPS declined by 7.8% while adjusted EPS increased by 7.5%. Net income also saw a year-over-year decline. The company raised the lower end of its adjusted EPS guidance for fiscal 2025.

Sales increased by 10.6% to $356.7 million, with 2.6% organic growth.

GAAP EPS decreased 7.8% to $0.83, while adjusted EPS increased 7.5% to $1.00.

Net income declined to $40.3 million from $43.6 million last year.

Adjusted net income increased to $48.1 million from $45.4 million in the prior year.

Total Revenue
$357M
Previous year: $323M
+10.6%
EPS
$1
Previous year: $0.93
+7.5%
Organic Sales Growth
2.6%
Previous year: 1.6%
+62.5%
Foreign Currency Impact
-2.2%
Previous year: 0.8%
-375.0%
Income before income taxes
$62.4M
Gross Profit
$176M
Previous year: $162M
+8.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$138M
Previous year: $144M
-3.8%
Total Assets
$1.59B

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Forward Guidance

Brady raised the lower end of its adjusted EPS guidance for fiscal 2025, reflecting confidence in operational performance and sales growth.

Positive Outlook

  • Raised the low end of fiscal 2025 adjusted EPS guidance to $4.45 - $4.70 per share.
  • Strong organic sales growth in the Americas & Asia region.
  • Continued investment in research and development for product innovation.
  • Improved operational efficiency contributing to profitability.
  • Healthy balance sheet with increased net cash position.

Challenges Ahead

  • GAAP earnings guidance lowered due to facility closure and reorganization costs.
  • Foreign currency fluctuations impacting revenue growth.
  • Net income declined despite increased adjusted net income.
  • Operating margin slightly compressed due to cost increases.
  • Europe & Australia region reported an organic sales decline of 0.8%.