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Jun 30, 2023
Griffon Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Griffon's Q3 2023 results exceeded expectations due to the outstanding performance of the Home and Building Products segment, while the Consumer and Professional Products segment faced challenging market conditions.
Key Takeaways
Griffon Corporation reported Q3 2023 revenue of $683.4 million, a decrease of 11% compared to the prior year quarter. Income from continuing operations was $49.2 million, or $0.90 per share, compared to $52.8 million, or $0.98 per share, in the prior year quarter. Adjusted income from continuing operations was $70.3 million, or $1.29 per share, compared to $66.5 million, or $1.23 per share, in the prior year quarter. The company raised its full-year EBITDA guidance to $550 million.
Home and Building Products (HBP) segment performed outstandingly due to increased commercial volume, favorable pricing, and mix across all products and channels.
Consumer and Professional Products (CPP) segment faced challenging market conditions with reduced consumer demand and elevated customer inventory levels.
Griffon is expanding its global sourcing strategy for the CPP segment to address market challenges.
The company repurchased over 2.5 million Griffon shares, or 4.4% of total outstanding shares, at an average price of $33.58 per share during the quarter.
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Forward Guidance
Griffon expects 2023 revenue of $2.7 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $550 million.
Positive Outlook
- Strong HBP results are expected to continue.
- Depreciation is expected to be $45 million.
- Capital expenditures are expected to be $40 million.
- Free cash flow is expected to exceed net income.
- Amortization is expected to be $22 million.
Challenges Ahead
- Reduced CPP volume is expected to impact manufacturing and overhead absorption.
- Unallocated costs of $56 million are expected.
- Charges related to the strategic review process of $22 million are expected.
- Interest expense is expected to be $103 million.
- A normalized tax rate of 29% is expected.